Welcome to Rainbow City! We're pleased you want to join our organization. There are a few steps to get you set up as a new member and ready to play. Please read the instructions carefully and complete the steps in order.
1. SHARE YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION
This information is for our internal records and includes your emergency contact information. All information shared with Rainbow City is kept private within the organization.
2. JOIN OUR MESSAGE BOARD AND CALENDAR - BAND.us
Our internal communication platform is hosted on band.us. Most of our member communication for each ensemble happens here. You can find our calendar, talk to other members, and receive important updates about rehearsals and performances. Make sure to add this to your mobile device to get critical timely information you will need.
Complete all three steps:
1. Sign up for an account and download the app on your device(s).
When creating an account, please set your BAND profile display name using the following format:
- First-name Last-name (pronouns) ➡️ example: Marsha Johnson (she/her)
- Include your instrument(s) and any organizational role(s) in the bio section
2. Join our main Rainbow City Performing Arts group for all members.
3. Click on the ensemble(s) that you are interested in joining to request an invite.
Here you can get to see some of our level of activity and main announcements. There is also a calendar. To attend a rehearsal, talk to the manager of the ensemble to schedule a visit and you are welcome to sit in. We also welcome you to join us for socials and more. Feel free to reach out to leadership to find out when you can next join the ensemble.
3. JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD
Rainbow City Performing Arts is now on Discord — a fun, inclusive space where our members can connect, collaborate, and celebrate music together! Whether you’re coordinating social events, sharing resources, or just hanging out with fellow musicians, our Discord server makes it easier than ever to stay in tune.
Just click the button to the right to join!
❓ New to Discord? See our guide that our moderators created to get an overview of how to join and some ways to interact with it.
We've also got a walk through video of the RCPA Discord created by moderator Akhila:
4. REGISTRATION AND DUES
Members are expected to register and pay dues quarterly for participation. You can join a couple of rehearsals before deciding to stay and contribute. See our Member Dues page for more information.
We also have an Angel Fund available to cover some or all of the cost of dues to ensure that does not become an impediment to your joining us. See the Angel Fund information page to learn more.