FORT WORTH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA 2014/2015 JUNIOR BOARD Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra Junior Board members have the unique opportunity to learn about arts management, to develop leadership skills through volunteerism that supports the mission of the FWSO, and to attend FWSO concerts and rehearsals.
ELIGIBILITY The Junior Board is open to high school students who will be entering grades 9 through 12 in the fall of 2014. Students should have a demonstrated interest in orchestral music and community service, and have the time to commit to the program.
APPLICATION Applicants should submit all materials by postal mail to:
COMMITMENT Junior Board members will meet once a month throughout the 2014/2015 season. Each meeting will focus on a different department of the orchestra’s management team. There will be a mandatory orientation meeting in September 2014, in which members will receive an overview of the upcoming season and set dates for future meetings.
Or by email to: LBRANCH@FWSYMPHONY.ORG
Junior Board members understand the nature and time commitment of the program and that its success depends on full participation by each member.
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LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION Applicants must have a letter of recommendation from a teacher or academic advisor. Letters must be sent directly to the FWSO.
FOR QUESTIONS OR FURTHER INFORMATION, CONTACT LINDSEY BRANCH, DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION & COMMUNITY PROGRAMS, AT LBRANCH@FWSYMPHONY.ORG
Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra Junior Board 330 East 4th Street, Suite 200 Fort Worth, Texas 76102
All materials must be received by June 13, 2014. Applicants must submit all of the following: 1 2
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Completed application. Personal biography. Please include your interest and involvement in music, past community service, and why you are interested in being part of the FWSO Junior Board. One letter of recommendation from a teacher or academic advisor (sent directly to the FWSO). Check or money order for non-refundable FWSO Junior Board dues of $25.00 (must be mailed). Please make checks payable to: Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra.
FORT WORTH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA 2014/2015 J U N I O R B O A R D
Deadline for Applications: June 13, 2014 Please read and follow all instructions. Late and/or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
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Student:
Grade entering in Fall 2014:
Name of School: Orchestra/Band Director:
Parent or Guardian: Street Address: City, Zip: Parent Email: Student Email: Home Phone:
Student Signature:
Parent or Guardian Signature:
Alternate Phone: