The Bands of The Villages (BOTV) is an umbrella organization which includes a variety of concert bands, musical groups, and instrumental ensembles

All of the directors and participating musicians are volunteers and reside in the Villages

The musicians, both amateur and professional, enjoy playing music together, rehearsing routinely, and performing throughout the year in a variety of locations

Potential members are welcomed to contact the directors of the different bands, groups, or ensembles for possible placement

The major purpose listed in the BOTV bylaws is to provide cultural benefits and musical entertainment for the community through concerts, festivals, parades, and other events

The business of the organization is managed by a Board comprising the music directors and representatives from each of the approved concert bands, groups, or ensembles

The BOTV is a 501(C)(3) nonprofit corporation with a significant portion of performance proceeds given to charitable programs including those involved with music education, senior health, and military families