Volunteer FAQs

 What is the difference between BMCA and BMC?

  • The Brevard Music Center Association (BMCA) is the volunteer organization that supports Brevard Music Center (BMC). It comprises more than 200 volunteers, some of whom work year-round.
  • The mission of BMCA is to promote and support the vision, mission, and strategic plans of BMC through volunteerism and community outreach.

What is the time commitment for BMCA volunteers?

  • Volunteering with the Brevard Music Center is a serious commitment that requires training time beyond time spent simply volunteering. This is especially true for those who have chosen to join a Concert Committee. We would love to have you as a BMCA volunteer, but please consider the time required before you sign up.
  • Each season, volunteers may sign up for a maximum of two Concert Committees  which include Concessions, Harmony Gifts, Maestro Society Lounge, Ushers, and Welcome Raffle. Volunteers may also join Non-concert Committees which include Deliveries/Special Projects, Landscape, Photography & Communications, Special Events, Volunteer Office, Volunteer Support and Volunteer Technology. Committee descriptions are available on the BMC Volunteer page.
  • Some Committees are active only during the performance season of May through August. Other Committees may have year-round opportunities to volunteer. Seasonal commitments are included in the Committee descriptions available on the BMC Volunteer page.
  • For Concert Committee volunteers, the Chair of that committee will inform you of the number of  concerts you can expect to work during the regular performance season. There is also information in the Committee descriptions available on the BMC Volunteer page.
  • During April, all concert volunteers are required to attend a VicNet training session. Vicnet is the online concert scheduling system used by the BMCA. BMCA system administrators provide in-person, Zoom, and online training sessions for VicNet during April. All Concert Committee volunteers, both new and returning, must be comfortable using VicNet to schedule themselves for performances.
  • Individual committee orientation sessions will take place in April and May, either before or at the Welcome Luncheon and Orientation in late May.

Are volunteers offered training?

  • Both new and returning volunteers are offered training by the BMCA Board and also by their respective Committee Chairs.
  • Typically, a day in late May is designated as the Welcome Luncheon and Orientation for all BMCA volunteers. On this day, all Concert Committees hold training sessions to familiarize volunteers with their duties and to allow for any questions to be answered.
  • New volunteers may be assigned to work with experienced volunteers as mentors.

Will I be assigned to specific dates/performances?

  • Volunteers sign up for concert dates using the online scheduling system, VicNet; these dates are based on availability. Self-scheduling is conducted during a 2-to-3-week period in April and May. Volunteers must have attended one of the VicNet training sessions offered in April prior to self-scheduling.

Where are the volunteer venues?

  • There are three performance venues affiliated with the Brevard Music Center: the Whittington-Pfohl Auditorium (WPA) and Parker Concert Hall on the BMC campus and the Porter Center at Brevard College.
  • Typically, there are 60+ summer performances across all venues.

What do volunteers wear at concerts?

  • Volunteers on most Concert Committees must wear a blue BMCA Volunteer polo or long-sleeve shirt and khaki pants or skirts when working at Brevard Music Center Summer Institute & Camp concerts. No shorts are allowed.
  • The blue BMCA Volunteer shirts must be purchased when registering as a volunteer. The cost is typically $25.00 and is required if you are a new volunteer and do not have one. These shirts, as well as your official name tags, will be available for pick up at the Welcome Luncheon and Orientation
  • Maestro Society Lounge and Special Events volunteers wear solid white shirts and black pants or skirts when volunteering and do not require purchase of the blue BMCA Volunteer shirt.

Is there parking available for volunteers?

  • Volunteers should park in the regular parking areas for BMC patrons. There are no designated parking facilities for volunteers.

Will I be able to see performances?

  • When working at a performance, each Concert Committee volunteer receives one free concert ticket (subject to availability) for a BMC-designated seat. If a concert is sold out, the volunteer may receive a ticket for lawn seating at WPA, or obstructed view seats or standing room only at Parker Concert Hall or Porter Center.
  • Volunteers typically are able to see the entire performance. Concert volunteers are required to work before the concert and during intermission. They may be permitted to watch the performance during the first half but are still considered to be on duty. After intermission, they may be free to stay for the second half or leave. The exceptions are the Usher Committee volunteers who are required to stay and work the entire performance.

What are the perks of volunteering?

  • Concert Committee volunteers will receive a ticket to watch an event when volunteering at a concert as described in Will I be able to see performances section above (subject to availability).
  • Active Non-Concert Committee volunteers receive two vouchers that can be exchanged for concert tickets during the summer season. Some exclusions may apply. 
  • All volunteers are offered two complimentary tickets to the concert that is in conjunction with the Volunteer Appreciation Celebration. All volunteers are invited to a post-concert reception sponsored by the Brevard Music Center. This reception is a celebration of all volunteers with great food, beverages, and camaraderie. Outstanding volunteers are also recognized at this time.

How can I learn more about BMCA and volunteering?

How do I register to become a volunteer?

  • Online registration is open for four weeks from mid-February to mid-March every year. In February, volunteers from the previous season receive an email announcement with a registration link.
  • Inquiries from new volunteers are tracked year-round. If you are interested in becoming a BMCA volunteer, send an email to volunteer@brevardmusic.org and request a registration form be sent to you in February.
  • All volunteers must register each year by submitting the online registration form.

Important Dates

  • Annual Registration: February - March
  • Required Annual VicNet Training: April
  • Self-scheduling Period: Beginning of May
  • Summer Festival Season: June - August