Rehearsal Procedures

The following procedures help us achieve the discipline and professionalism for which the Buffalo Niagara Youth Chorus is known. They are enforced for the singer's safety to ensure orderly rehearsals, and out of respect and courtesy for each other.

1. Arrive at least five (5) minutes early before the designated rehearsal time; go directly to the Attendance Coordinator or assistant at the attendance table to check-in. Late-arrivals must always check-in immediately upon arrival. A written note is necessary for late admittance to or early dismissal from a rehearsal. Singers do not leave the room after signing in unless there is an emergency or special permission has been granted. Please use the restroom and get drinks of water before you sign in.

2.
Give attendance notes, payments, permission slips, etc. to the Attendance Coordinator or assistant at the attendance table.

3.
Show respect for each other, parent volunteers, directors, staff and the facilities At all times, act in a manner which exemplifies the standards of mature behavior, professionalism, leadership and excellence expected of a member of the Buffalo Niagara Youth Chorus.

4.
Do not roam about the building at any time! Students should only be in the specified rehearsal area. Running, yelling and rowdy behavior are not permitted at any time. Any singer caught with drugs, drug paraphernalia, or any type of weapon (including pocketknives) will be immediately suspended from the program.

5.
Always bring your BNYC choral folder including your music, work sheets, two sharpened pencils, and a water bottle to rehearsal.

6.
Name Tags must be worn at all times.

7.
Members are responsible for taking home any and all handouts that are distributed at rehearsals. These notices are important sources of information and should be requested by parents each afternoon/evening as they pick up their child from rehearsal.

8.
Parents and interested members of the community are always welcome and are encouraged to observe weekly rehearsals as space allows.

9.
Food or drinks (such as pop and juice) are not allowed in the rehearsal area. All singers are encouraged to bring their own water bottles.