LYNCHBURG POPS COMMUNITY BAND
Music Is Better Together
Experience the joy of live music with the Lynchburg Pops Community Band. Made up of musicians from throughout the Lynchburg area, Lynchburg Pops brings people together through entertaining concerts, familiar favorites, timeless classics, and the shared experience of making music.
Music, Friendship, and Community
About Lynchburg Pops
Lynchburg Pops Community Band brings musicians from throughout the Lynchburg area together to learn, perform, and share the joy of live music.
We are an all-volunteer, multigenerational group made up of people from a variety of professions, backgrounds, and levels of musical experience. Although our individual stories are different, we are united by a love of making music together.
Find Your Place in the Music
Join the Pops
Want to join?
Do you know how to play a band instrument or sing in an ensemble?
Do you wish you had a reason to make music again?
Would you enjoy learning, laughing, and performing with other music lovers?
Lynchburg Pops Community Band may be the place for you.
Who Can Join?
Lynchburg Pops is an all-volunteer community for adult musicians. Our members include former high-school and college musicians, current music students, experienced performers, music educators, and people who simply enjoy playing or singing recreationally.
High-school students may also be considered with a recommendation from their band director.
You do not need to be a professional musician. We welcome people from a variety of musical backgrounds and experience levels.
Join the Community Band
Instrumental musicians rehearse throughout the year on Thursday evenings from 7:00–9:00 p.m. at Heritage High School in Lynchburg.
There is no fee to participate, and we do not hold traditional auditions or tryouts. Members should be able to play a band instrument and be willing to consistently attend rehearsals, practice at home, and participate in concerts.
Music is shared digitally, and members are generally responsible for printing and bringing their own parts.
Join the Community Band
Instrumental musicians rehearse throughout the year on Thursday evenings from 7:00–9:00 p.m. at Heritage High School in Lynchburg.
There is no fee to participate, and we do not hold traditional auditions or tryouts. Members should be able to play a band instrument and be willing to consistently attend rehearsals, practice at home, and participate in concerts.
Music is shared digitally, and members are generally responsible for printing and bringing their own parts.
What You Can Expect
Weekly Thursday rehearsals
Several concerts and community performances each year
Challenging and entertaining music
Musicians from different backgrounds and experience levels
A friendly and encouraging rehearsal environment
Opportunities to improve your skills and meet other music lovers
Join the Lynchburg Pops Singers
Vocalists are musicians, too!
The Lynchburg Pops Singers join the band for selected concerts throughout the year. Instead of meeting every Thursday year-round, singers generally begin rehearsing several weeks before a performance that includes choral music.
Rehearsals are held on Thursday evenings in the chorus room at Heritage High School.
Singers receive sheet music and, when available, practice recordings or videos to help them prepare. Members are encouraged to attend as many scheduled rehearsals as possible.
You are welcome to come experience the music and community without feeling pressured to make a long-term commitment immediately.
What We Ask of Our Members
Lynchburg Pops is designed to be welcoming, but preparing meaningful performances requires commitment from everyone involved.
Members are expected to:
Attend rehearsals consistently
Arrive prepared and ready to begin on time
Practice their music at home when needed
Participate in scheduled concert performances
Communicate in advance when they must miss a rehearsal
Treat conductors, volunteers, and fellow musicians with patience and respect
Help create a positive environment for people of all ability levels
Our members have different musical strengths and levels of experience. Some have played continuously for many years, while others returned to their instruments after decades away.
Perfection is not required. A willingness to learn, contribute, and support one another is what matters most.
Rehearsal Information:
Band rehearsals: Thursdays, 7:00–9:00 p.m.
Location: Heritage High School, Lynchburg, Virginia
Cost: Free
Auditions: No traditional auditions or tryouts
Performances: Several major concerts and smaller community performances each year
Detailed arrival instructions and new-member resources will be provided after you contact us.
For more information, check out the Band Members Survival Guide!
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to audition?
No. Lynchburg Pops does not hold traditional auditions or tryouts. You should be able to play a band instrument or sing in an ensemble and be willing to prepare for rehearsals and performances.
Is there a membership fee?
No. There is currently no charge to participate in Lynchburg Pops.
Do I need to be a professional musician?
No. Members have a wide range of musical backgrounds and experience levels.
Can I join if I have not played in years?
Yes. Many members join because they want a reason to begin playing again. Some practice at home before attending their first rehearsal so they feel more comfortable returning.
Are high-school students allowed to participate?
Lynchburg Pops primarily serves adults, but high-school students may be considered with a recommendation from their band director.
Do the singers rehearse every Thursday?
No. The Pops Singers generally begin rehearsing several weeks before concerts that include vocal selections.
What should I bring?
Instrumentalists should bring their instrument, printed music, a pencil, and any supplies their instrument requires. Additional instructions will be provided once you have connected with the band.
What instruments are currently needed?
Our needs can change by concert and section. Complete the form below and tell us what you play so our team can provide current information.
Do I have to audition?
No. Lynchburg Pops does not hold traditional auditions or tryouts. You should be able to play a band instrument or sing in an ensemble and be willing to prepare for rehearsals and performances.
Is there a membership fee?
No. There is currently no charge to participate in Lynchburg Pops.
Do I need to be a professional musician?
No. Members have a wide range of musical backgrounds and experience levels.
Can I join if I have not played in years?
Yes. Many members join because they want a reason to begin playing again. Some practice at home before attending their first rehearsal so they feel more comfortable returning.
Are high-school students allowed to participate?
Lynchburg Pops primarily serves adults, but high-school students may be considered with a recommendation from their band director.
Do the singers rehearse every Thursday?
No. The Pops Singers generally begin rehearsing several weeks before concerts that include vocal selections.
What should I bring?
Instrumentalists should bring their instrument, printed music, a pencil, and any supplies their instrument requires. Additional instructions will be provided once you have connected with the band.
What instruments are currently needed?
Our needs can change by concert and section. Complete the form below and tell us what you play so our team can provide current information.
Interested in Joining?
Complete the form below and tell us a little about your musical background. A member of the Lynchburg Pops team will contact you with information about attending a rehearsal.
Complete the form below and tell us a little about your musical background. A member of the Lynchburg Pops team will contact you with information about attending a rehearsal.
For more information, check out the Band Members Survival Guide!
Lynchburg Pops
Music is better together.
