Music for All is excited to return to its live music performance events with the 2021 Bands of America Championship season, starting September 18. Music for All has announced it will require all salaried employees and contracted personnel to be vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to attendance at the 2021 Bands of America Championships.

“The safety and well-being of thoseattending Bands of America Championships continues to be a top priority for Music for All,” the organization says. “Getting vaccinated is one of the most important ways to keep ourselves and our communities healthy. To ensure we get back to making music and enjoying performances together safely, and based on the latest recommendations of scientists, health officials, and authorities that the COVID-19 vaccine provides the best protection against severe infection, Music for All is requiring that our employees and contractors at BOA events be fully vaccinated.”

Music for all will follow local requirements for safety and policies for event spectators. Policies and guidelines will be posted on marching.musicforall.org prior to each event.