Navy Band Performances

Images of Navy band members performing with various instruments during live concerts, showcasing military musical talent.

U.S. Marine Corps Chief Warrant Officer 2 Jarrid Riggs, officer in charge of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) Band, conducts music during a Christmas concert at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Dec. 9, 2022. The event was open to the public and was 2nd MAW Bands first Christmas concert since 2019 due to COVID-19 restrictions. 2nd MAW is the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force.

221027-N-PG545-1094, Denton, Texas (Nov.1, 2022) The United States Commodores jazz ensemble performs a concert at The Syndicate at University of North Texas. The Commodores performed seventeen concerts across five states during their 22-day tour connecting communities across the nation to their Navy.

221027-N-PG545-1001, West Memphis, Ark. (Oct. 27, 2022) Chief Musician Jonathan Barnes, trumpet, and Musician 1st Class Franklin Silva, saxophone, perform solos with the U.S. Navy Band Commodores during a concert in West Memphis, Ark.

221027-N-PG545-1133, Tyler, Texas (Oct. 29, 2022) Senior Chief Musician William Mulligan performs a clarinet solo with the U.S. Navy Band Commodores. The Commodores performed seventeen concerts across five states during their 22-day tour connecting communities across the nation to their Navy.

240113-N-NO246-9284 FAIRFAX, Va. (January 13, 2024) The U.S. Navy Band Commodores perform at George Mason University in Fairfax, Va.. The Navy Band presented this concert at its annual Saxophone Symposium.

240217-N-PN185-1012 - Kingsport, Tennessee (Feb. 17, 2024) - Chief Musician William Edwards, from Bowie, Maryland, and Senior Chief Musician Casey Campbell, from Borger, Texas, perform at the Toy F. Reid Eastman Employee Center as part of the United States Navy Band 2024 national tour. The Navy Band will travel 2500 ground miles over 18 days to 7 states, giving 12 public concerts as well as 5 concerts for students in schools. Navy

National Presidential Orchestra of Ukraine Lt. Col. Maksym Husak, Deputy Head and Conductor, speaks during a performance with the U.S. Air Forces in Europe Ambassadors Rock Band at the Przemyskie Centrum Kultury i Nauki Zamek in Przemyśl, Poland, Oct. 20, 2022. Through music, the USAFE Band serves as a bridge to increase our cultural ties and enrich the partnerships between the U.S. and Poland.

230327-N-PG545-1134, Sun City, Arizona (March 27, 2023) Senior Chief Musician Caroline Evans, from Flagstaff, Arizona, performs with the U.S. Navy Band Sea Chanters at Sun Dial Auditorium in Sun City. The Sea Chanters performed 19 concerts over 22 days, covering 2800 ground miles throughout Washington, Oregon, California and Arizona during their 2023 national tour. National tours allow the band to connect with communities in areas of the country that do not have opportunities to see the Navys premier musical ensembles on a regular basis, and to honor those who have served and continue to serve in the military.

240210-N-PN185-1009 - Pearl, Mississippi (Feb. 10, 2024) - Senior Chief Musician Casey Campbell, a native of Borger, Texas, performs at the United States Navy Band 2024 national tour concert at Peal High School. The Navy Band will travel 2500 ground miles over 18 days to 7 states, giving 12 public concerts as well as 5 concerts for students in schools. Navy

U.S. Marine Corps Chief Warrant Officer 2 Jarrid Riggs, officer in charge of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) Band, conducts music during a Christmas concert at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Dec. 9, 2022. The event was open to the public and was 2nd MAW Bands first Christmas concert since 2019 due to COVID-19 restrictions. 2nd MAW is the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force.

240204-N-PN185-1003 - Cedar Park, Texas (Feb. 4, 2024) - Clarinet instrumentalists (L-R) Musician 1st Class Chanse Morris, from Houston, Texas, and Chief Musician Daniel Frazelle, from Alexandria, Virginia, performs at Cedar Park High School Performing Arts Center as part of the United States Navy Bands 2024 national tour. The Navy Band will travel 2500 ground miles over 18 days to 7 states, giving 12 public concerts as well as 5 performances for students in schools. Navy

U.S. Marine Corps Chief Warrant Officer 2 Jarrid Riggs (left), officer in charge of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) Band, conducts music while Lance Cpl. Elizabeth Marino (right), a vocalist with 2nd MAW Band, sings during a Christmas concert at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Dec. 9, 2022. The event was open to the public and was 2nd MAW Bands first Christmas concert since 2019 due to COVID-19 restrictions. 2nd MAW is the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force.

221027-N-PG545-1037, Dripping Springs, Texas (Nov.3, 2022) Musician 1st Class Kristine Hsia, from Long Island, New York, performs with the U.S. Navy Band Commodores at Dripping Springs High School Auditorium in Texas. The Commodores performed seventeen concerts across five states during their 22-day tour connecting communities across the nation to their Navy.

The U.S. Air Forces in Europe Ambassadors Rock Band performs at Dolnobrzeg Cultural Center in Brzeg Dolny, Poland, Oct. 11, 2022. The USAFE Band partnered with the U.S. Consulate-Krakow to travel across southern Poland from Oct 11-20, 2022, conducting performances that celebrated the shared spirit of freedom and enduring friendship between the U.S. and Poland. The band brings Americas musical heritage and Air Force excellence to audiences across Europe and Africa.

240112-N-PG545-1046, Fairfax, Va. (January 12, 2024) Chief Musician Jonathan Yanik, from Simsbury, Conn., performs as a soloist during Navy Band's 44th International Saxophone Symposium at George Mason University Center for the Arts. Navy Bands annual International Saxophone Symposium features a mix of performances, masterclasses and lectures designed for musicians of all ages and welcomes guest soloists and participants from across the world.

ASHTABULA, Ohio (May 4, 2022) United States Navy Band Commanding Officer Capt. Kenneth Collins, from Reno, Nev., conducts the Navy Band at Lakeside High School in Ashtabula, Ohio. The U.S. Navy Band performed in five states as part of a national tour, connecting communities with their Navy.

220804-N-DD694-1018 WASHINGTON (Apr. 8, 2022) Capt. Kenneth C. Collins and Matthew Duvall, of 8th Blackbird, exchange words of praise in a concert at the Rachel M. Schlessinger Concert Hall, in Alexandria, Va. 8th Blackbird is a four time Grammy award winner.

221027-N-PG545-1001, West Memphis, Ark. (Oct. 27, 2022) Musician 1st Class Kristine Hsia performs with the U.S. Navy Band Commodores. The Commodores performed seventeen concerts across five states during their 22-day tour connecting communities across the nation to their Navy.

240214-N-PN185-1007 - Soddy-Daisy, Tennessee (Feb. 14, 2024) - Senior Chief Musician Casey Campbell, a native of Borger, Texas, performs at the United States Navy Band performance in the Soddy-Daisy High School Gymnasium as part of the units 2024 national tour. The Navy Band will travel 2500 ground miles over 18 days to 7 states, giving 12 public concerts as well as 5 concerts for students in schools. Navy

The Air Force Band of Flight entertains at Fraze Pavilion July 27, 2022, in Kettering, Ohio. The band, stationed at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, gave the free show as a tribute to the 75th anniversary of the U.S. Air Force.

240216-N-PN185-1010 - Hendersonville, North Carolina (Feb. 16, 2024) - Musician 1st Class Michael Brown, from New Orleans, Louisiana, performs as part of the United States Navy Band 2024 national tour concert in the Hendersonville High School gymnasium. The Navy Band will travel 2500 ground miles over 18 days to 7 states, giving 12 public concerts as well as 5 concerts for students in schools. Navy

230329-N-PG545-1312, Prescott, Arizona (March 29, 2023) Members of the U.S. Navy Band Sea Chanters perform during a concert at Yavapai College Performing Arts Center. The Sea Chanters performed 19 concerts over 22 days, covering 2800 ground miles throughout Washington, Oregon, California and Arizona during their 2023 national tour. National tours allow the band to connect with communities in areas of the country that do not have opportunities to see the Navys premier musical ensembles on a regular basis, and to honor those who have served and continue to serve in the military.

SANDEFJORD, Norway (Sept. 13, 2022) Musician 1st Class Elena Yakovleva, from Kaliningrad, Russia, performs with the United States Navy Band during a concert at the Hjertnes kulturhus in Sandefjord, Norway. The Navy Band participated in the 2022 Norway Military Tattoo, performing alongside units from Norway, Germany, Belgium, Sweden, Poland, Estonia, France and the United Kingdom.

The U.S. Air Forces in Europe Ambassadors Rock Band performs at the Przemyskie Centrum Kultury i Nauki Zamek in Przemyśl, Poland, Oct. 20, 2022. The USAFE Band partnered with the U.S. Consulate-Krakow to travel across southern Poland from Oct 11-20, 2022, conducting performances that celebrated the shared spirit of freedom and enduring friendship between the U.S. and Poland. By transcending language and cultural barriers through the universal power of music, military bands promote peace, build relationships, and strengthen unity among people.

221113-N-PG545-1081, New Orleans, Louisiana (Nov. 13, 2022) Senior Chief Musician Jennifer Krupa, from Hemet, California, performs a solo with the U.S. Navy Band Commodores during a concert at Loyola University in New Orleans. The Commodores performed seventeen concerts across five states during their 22-day tour connecting communities across the nation to their Navy.

ASHTABULA, Ohio (May 4, 2022) Chief Musician Thomas Wheeler, from Millersburg, Ohio, performs with the United States Navy Band at Lakeside High School in Ashtabula, Ohio. The U.S. Navy Band performed in five states as part of a national tour, connecting communities with their Navy.

240214-N-PN185-1010 - Soddy-Daisy, Tennessee (Feb. 14, 2024) - Chief Musician William Edwards, a native of Bowie, Maryland, performs at the United States Navy Band performance in the Soddy-Daisy High School Gymnasium as part of the units 2024 national tour. The Navy Band will travel 2500 ground miles over 18 days to 7 states, giving 12 public concerts as well as 5 concerts for students in schools. Navy

DAYTON, Ohio (April 25, 2022) Chief Musician David Sigmon, right, from Odessa, Texas, sings with the United States Navy Band Sea Chanters chorus during a concert at the Dayton Masonic Center. The Sea Chanters performed in seven states during its 13-city, 2,000-mile tour, connecting communities across the nation to their Navy.

The U.S. Air Forces in Europe Ambassadors Rock Band performs at the Przemyskie Centrum Kultury i Nauki Zamek in Przemyśl, Poland, Oct. 20, 2022. The USAFE Band partnered with the U.S. Consulate-Krakow to travel across southern Poland from Oct 11-20, 2022, conducting performances that celebrated the shared spirit of freedom and enduring friendship between the U.S. and Poland. By transcending language and cultural barriers through the universal power of music, military bands promote peace, build relationships, and strengthen unity among people.

SANDEFJORD, Norway (Sept. 13, 2022) Chief Musician William Edwards, from Bowie, Md., performs with the United States Navy Band during a concert at the Hjertnes kulturhus in Sandefjord, Norway. The Navy Band participated in the 2022 Norway Military Tattoo, performing alongside units from Norway, Germany, Belgium, Sweden, Poland, Estonia, France and the United Kingdom.

The U.S. Air Forces in Europe Ambassadors Rock Band performs at Bielskie Centrum Kultury in Bielsko-Biała, Poland, Oct. 17, 2022. The USAFE Band partnered with the U.S. Consulate-Krakow to travel across southern Poland from Oct 11-20, 2022, conducting performances that celebrated the shared spirit of freedom and enduring friendship between the U.S. and Poland. By transcending language and cultural barriers through the universal power of music, military bands promote peace, build relationships, and strengthen unity among people.

The U.S. Air Forces in Europe Ambassadors Rock Band performs at Bielskie Centrum Kultury in Bielsko-Biała, Poland, Oct. 17, 2022. The USAFE Band partnered with the U.S. Consulate-Krakow to travel across southern Poland from Oct 11-20, 2022, conducting performances that celebrated the shared spirit of freedom and enduring friendship between the U.S. and Poland. By transcending language and cultural barriers through the universal power of music, military bands promote peace, build relationships, and strengthen unity among people.

The Delaware Army National Guard's 287th Army Band performed their 2022 Holiday Concert at Cape Henlopen High School, Dec. 4, 2022. Band students from every high school in the state were invited to rehearse and perform three songs with the band.

SArrual Jazz Mort, concierto aniversario 25 años, Teatre del Mar, palma, Mallorca, balearic islands, Spain.

Spirited performance by the Black Sea Navy Ensemble in Sevastopol, Ukraine exclusively staged for Seabourn visiting guests.

240204-N-PN185-1012 - Cedar Park, Texas (Feb. 4, 2024) - Senior Chief Musician Randy Johnson, a native of Wayzata, Minnesota, performs at Cedar Park High School Performing Arts Center as part of the United States Navy Bands 2024 national tour. The Navy Band will travel 2500 ground miles over 18 days to 7 states, giving 12 public concerts as well as 5 performances for students in schools. Navy

Honored Demonstration Band of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Senior Solider Anna Khabarova, soloist, sings with the U.S. Air Forces in Europe Ambassadors Rock Band at the Przemyskie Centrum Kultury i Nauki Zamek in Przemyśl, Poland, Oct. 20, 2022. Through music, the USAFE Band serves as a bridge to increase our cultural ties and enrich the partnerships between the U.S. and Poland.

SArrual Jazz Mort, concierto aniversario 25 años, Teatre del Mar, palma, Mallorca, balearic islands, Spain.

The U.S. Air Forces in Europe Ambassadors Rock Band performs at the Przemyskie Centrum Kultury i Nauki Zamek in Przemyśl, Poland, Oct. 20, 2022. The USAFE Band partnered with the U.S. Consulate-Krakow to travel across southern Poland from Oct 11-20, 2022, conducting performances that celebrated the shared spirit of freedom and enduring friendship between the U.S. and Poland. By transcending language and cultural barriers through the universal power of music, military bands promote peace, build relationships, and strengthen unity among people.

In celebration of German-American camaraderie, more than 450 people gathered at Kaiserslautern's historical Fruchthalle Monday night for the 8th annualGerman-American Friendship Concert hosted by U.S. Army GarrisonRheinland-Pfalz and performed by the U.S. Army Europe and Africa Band andChorus. After the band played an opening number, Garrison Commander Col. Reid Furman formally welcomed the concert-goers. "Tonight we celebrate the relationships we have developed throughout theyears, and cherish this opportunity to interact as friends and neighbors,"said Reid. "It is with our sincere gratitude that we take this opportunityto say thank you to this great city and its people, who provide ahome-away-from-home for our military members, civilians and families."In 2014, the United States Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz, in cooperationwith the United States Army Europe and Africa Band and Chorus, created thefriendship concert to celebrate the long-standing German-Americanpartnership within the

INDIANAPOLIS (April 29, 2022) Senior Chief Musician Michael Belinkie, from Richmond, Virginia, sings with members of the United States Navy Band Sea Chanters chorus during a concert at the University of Indianapolis Christel DeHaan Fine Arts Center. The Sea Chanters performed in seven states during its 13-city, 2,000-mile tour, connecting communities across the nation to their Navy.

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Rachael Colman, vocalist, and U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Melissa Lackore, vocalist, sing during the "Live at 75!" concert at Fort Monroe, Continental Park, Va., June 3, 2022. The U.S. Air Force Heritage of America Band and Fort Monroe Authority hosted the concert to commermorate the 75th anniversary of the U.S. Air Force.

221027-N-PG545-1080, Dripping Springs, Texas (Nov.3, 2022) Musician 1st Class Benjamin Ford, from Coatesville, Pennsylvania, performs a trombone solo with the U.S. Navy Band Commodores in Dripping Springs, Texas. The Commodores performed seventeen concerts across five states during their 22-day tour connecting communities across the nation to their Navy.

WASHINGTON (Jan. 13, 2023) Steffan Bello, winner of the 2023 International Saxophone Symposium Jazz Saxophone Competition, rehearses with the U.S. Navy Band Commodores jazz ensemble at the Washington Navy Yard in Washinton. The Navy Band was rehearsing for its annual International Saxophone Symposium, the command's largest educational outreach event that attracts hundreds of music students and professionals from around the world.

During an Astronauts Memorial Foundation tribute honoring U.S. Air Foce Maj. Robert Lawrence, The Winston Scott Cosmic Jazz Ensemble” performed. Participants are, from the left, former NASA astronaut Winston Scott playing trumpet, Al Dodds on bass, Stan Soloko playing drums, vocalist Shyrl Lady Tandy” Johnson, and Ron Teixeira playing piano. Selected in 1967 for the Manned Orbiting Laboratory Program, Lawrence was the first African-American astronaut. He lost his life in a training accident 50 years ago. The ceremony took place in the Center for Space Education at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex.

221108-N-PG545-1171, San Marcos, Texas (Nov. 8, 2022) Musician 1st Class William Ledbetter, from Hampton, Virginia, performs with the U.S. Navy Band Commodores at San Marcos High School Performing Arts Center.

U.S. Army Spc. Josiah Jackson, a pianist assigned to the 3rd Infantry Division band, plays the keyboard for a holiday concert during Christmas on the River in Savannah, Georgia, Dec. 9, 2022. To celebrate the holidays, Savannahs Waterfront featured live performances to enhance holiday cheer.

The U.S. Air Forces in Europe Ambassadors Rock Band performs at the Slovak International Air Fest at Malacky Air Base, Slovakia, Aug. 27, 2022. The bands performances at this event demonstrate the U.S.s commitment and support to a key NATO Ally. The U.S. Air Forces in Europe Band brings Americas musical heritage and Air Force excellence to audiences across Europe and Africa.

230327-N-PG545-1243, Sun City, Arizona (March 27, 2023) Members of the U.S Navy Band Sea Chanters perform at Sun Dial Auditorium in Sun City. The Sea Chanters performed 19 concerts over 22 days, covering 2800 ground miles throughout Washington, Oregon, California and Arizona during their 2023 national tour. National tours allow the band to connect with communities in areas of the country that do not have opportunities to see the Navys premier musical ensembles on a regular basis, and to honor those who have served and continue to serve in the military

Stanley Basgall on saxophone, Mark Mazur on keyboard and John Westmacott on drums play at Fort Leavenworth's Oktoberfest celebration.

The III Marine Expeditionary Force Band and the Southwestern Air Defense Force Band perform during a joint big band concert at the Naha Cultural Arts Theater, Naha, Okinawa, Japan, July 10, 2022. The purpose of the concert was to show Tomo Ni, a Japanese phrase for togetherness, describing the relationship with allies, standing together in defense of shared values, peace, and a free and open Indo-Pacific.

240216-N-PN185-1007 - Hendersonville, North Carolina (Feb. 16, 2024) - Chief Musician Kyle Augustine, from Woodbridge, Virginia, performs as part of the United States Navy Band 2024 national tour concert in the Hendersonville High School gymnasium. The Navy Band will travel 2500 ground miles over 18 days to 7 states, giving 12 public concerts as well as 5 concerts for students in schools. Navy

U.S. Navy Band Country Current closes their 2022 national tour with a performance at the Dailey and Vincent American Made Music Festival in Hiawassee, Ga.

U.S. Marines with the III Marine Expeditionary Force Band present the closing performance during a holiday concert at Camp Foster Theater, Okinawa, Japan, Dec. 10, 2022. The III MEF Band hosted a concert to celebrate the holidays with the Okinawan-based service members, community members and families in attendance.

220807-N-JL161-1009 ANNANDALE, Va. (Aug. 8, 2022) Chief Musician Cory Parker, Musician 1st class David Smith, and Musician 1st Class Manuel Pelayo perform for the local public. The Cruisers performed as part of an outdoor concert series in the National Capitol area.

Bureau of Land Management (BLM) audit event, with remarks by Secretary Dirk Kempthorne, BLM Deputy Director Henri Bisson, and other officials, and entertainment provided by the BLM Band

221007-N-DD694-1057 WASHINGTON (Oct. 7, 2022) Chief Musician Ben Bransford, left, Chief Musician Mike Webb, center, and Chief Musician Adam Whitman perform with the United States Navy Band during a concert in celebration of the Navy's 247th Birthday. The concert highlighted the Navy's unique heritage, diversity, and impact around the world.

Federal Police Orchestra, concert, stage, concert shell, Duenenstrasse, concert venue, Ahlbeck, Usedom, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany, Europe

U.S. Marines and Sailors with the U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa Band perform during a concert at Kauniala Veterans Hospital, in Kauniainen, Finland, Jan. 28, 2024. In addition to the Help Center concert, the five-day visit will include concerts at Kauniala Veterans Hospital, Vaskivuori High School, Marjatta Schools, and U.S. Embassy to Finland, as well as workshops with the Turku Rock Academy and students from Vaskivuori High School.

Seattle Men's Chorus, Full Dress Rehearsal, Mc Caw Hall, Seattle Center, Seattle, Washington State, USA

240205-N-PN185-1005 - Austin, Texas (Feb. 5, 2024) - Local high school band students perform alongside the United States Navy Band at Westlake Community Performing Arts Center as part of the Navy Bands 2024 national tour. The Navy Band will travel 2500 ground miles over 18 days to 7 states, giving 12 public concerts as well as 5 concerts for students in schools. Navy

220807-N-FD081 WASHINGTON (August 8,2022) The Navy Band Sea Chanters perform an evening concert at Belmont Bay in Woodbridge, VA. The Sea Chanters regularly perform for the public in the Washington, D.C., area and throughout the United States while on national tours.

U.S. Army Reserve Sgt. Andrew Duong and Spc. Isabel Jamie, 78th Army Band musicians, perform during the battle of the bands at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey, April 9, 2022. Musical performance teams assigned to the 99th Readiness Division showcase capabilities in varying genres of music, including jazz, show tunes, patriotic music, and salsa, to enhance and fortify unit cohesion, readiness, and morale.

Bureau of Land Management (BLM) audit event, with remarks by Secretary Dirk Kempthorne, BLM Deputy Director Henri Bisson, and other officials, and entertainment provided by the BLM Band

MU1 Manuel A. Pelayo de Gongora plays a solo during a Navy Band Cruisers performance at the National Museum of the Marine Corps. The Navy Band Cruisers perform concerts throughout the Washington DC area.

NASA Ames Research Center 70 Year Anniversary Gala Dinner held at Santa Clara University, Santa Clara, California with special guest speaker Nichelle Nichols of Star Trek fame.

221026-N-PG545-1001 , Southaven, Miss. (Oct. 26, 2022) The United States Navy Band Commodores jazz ensemble performs at DeSoto Central High School in Mississippi. The Commodores performed seventeen concerts across five states during their 22-day tour connecting communities across the nation to their Navy.

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Gabriel Feng, a musician with 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) Band, plays music during a Christmas concert at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Dec. 9, 2022. The event was open to the public and was 2nd MAW Bands first Christmas concert since 2019 due to COVID-19 restrictions. 2nd MAW is the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force.

The United States Air Force Bands Airmen of Note performs during Freedom Fest on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., July 4, 2022. JBAB celebrated Independence Day by holding this event, open to all Department of Defense cardholders and their guests.

U.S. Air Force Maj. Rafael Francisco Toro-Quiñones, United States Air Forces in Europe Band commander, conducts the USAFE Band during the annual Sound of Christmas holiday concert in Kaiserslautern, Germany, Dec. 2, 2022. The USAFE Band serves as a cultural ambassador for over 100 countries throughout Europe and Africa.

The U.S. Air Force Band of the Golden West from Travis Air Force Base, California, performs at the Presidio Tunnel Tops, San Francisco, California, Oct. 6, 2022. The performance was part of the U.S. Navys Fleet Week air show activities and was the first time the BOTGW played at the Presidio Tunnel Tops.

The U.S. Air Forces in Europe Ambassadors Rock Band performs at the Przemyskie Centrum Kultury i Nauki Zamek in Przemyśl, Poland, Oct. 20, 2022. The USAFE Band partnered with the U.S. Consulate-Krakow to travel across southern Poland from Oct 11-20, 2022, conducting performances that celebrated the shared spirit of freedom and enduring friendship between the U.S. and Poland. By transcending language and cultural barriers through the universal power of music, military bands promote peace, build relationships, and strengthen unity among people.

Office of the Secretary - African American Event with Secretary Carlos Gutierrez and Stedman Graham

221110-N-FD081 WASHINGTON (November 10, 2022) The Navy Band Country Current performs a concert at the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C.. Navy Band performs regularly for the pulic in the Washington D.C area, and throughout the United States on national tours.

230327-N-PG545-1128, Sun City, Arizona (March 27, 2023) U.S. Navy Band Sea Chanters perform at Sun Dial Auditorium in Sun City as part of their 2023 national tour. The Sea Chanters performed 19 concerts over 22 days, covering 2800 ground miles throughout Washington, Oregon, California and Arizona. National tours allow the band to connect with communities in areas of the country that do not have opportunities to see the Navys premier musical ensembles on a regular basis, and to honor those who have served and continue to serve in the military.

Musicians 1st Class Patrick McAvinue, Sally Sandker and Caleb Cox give a masterclass at Eastern Tennessee State University on the bands 2022 national tour. Four members of Country Current are graduates of ETSU's bluegrass, old-time and roots music study program.

NEWARK, Ohio (April 22, 2022) The United States Sea Chanters chorus performs during a concert at the Midland Theatre. The chorus performed in seven states during its 13-city, 2,000-mile tour, connecting communities across the nation to their Navy.

The Navy Band Commodores jazz ensemble performs at the Young Composers Showcase, part of the 2024 Jazz Education Network conference. The showcase features the winning compositions of international student composers between the age of 14-30 whose works are performed by the conference premier ensemble. Each year, thousands of educators, students and professional jazz musicians gather for the four day conference to network, seek professional development opportunities, and hear the nations top performing jazz musicians.

U.S. Air Force Band Strolling Strings perform in Mapleton, Utah, May 21, 2022, at a brunch celebrating the life of Col. Gail Halverson, best known as the Berlin Candy Bomber or Uncle Wiggly Wings. The brunch was part of a two-day celebration and an U.S. Air Force 75th Anniversary event.

OSLO (Sept. 15, 2022) Senior Chief Musician Casey Campbell, assigned to the United States Navy Band, from Lubbock, Texas, performs during a rehearsal for the Norway Military Tattoo at the Oslo Spektrum in Oslo, Norway. The Navy Band participated in the 2022 Norway Military Tattoo, performing alongside units from Norway, Germany, Belgium, Sweden, Poland, Estonia, France and the United Kingdom.

U.S. Navy Band Country Current closes their 2022 national tour with a performance at the Dailey and Vincent American Made Music Festival in Hiawassee, Ga.

The U.S. Air Force Band gives an evening concert at the Lincoln Memorial. Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

U.S. Navy Band Country Current country/bluegrass ensemble performs at the historic Lincoln Theater in Marion, Va., while on their 2022 national tour.

U.S. Navy Band Country Current country/bluegrass ensemble performs at the historic Lincoln Theater in Marion, Va., while on their 2022 national tour.

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U.S. Marines with the U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific Band and members of the Royal Australian Navy Band perform a rendition of Blinding Lights by The Weeknd during a concert at the Ala Moana Center in Honolulu, Hawaii, July 6, 2022. The jointly-sponsored concert helped to strengthen bonds and connections with allies and neighbors from the community through music.

The Air Force Band performs a holiday concert at the Daughters of the American Revolution Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C., Dec. 10, 2022.

MASON, Ohio (April 27, 2022) Musician 1st Class Maia Rodriguez, from Cleveland, Ohio, sings with the United States Navy Band Sea Chanters chorus during a concert at Mason Middle School. The Sea Chanters performed in seven states during its 13-city, 2,000-mile tour, connecting communities across the nation to their Navy.

221026-N-PG545-1001 , Southaven, Miss. (Oct. 26, 2022) Senior Chief Musician Jennifer Krupa, trombonist with the U.S. Navy Band Commodores jazz ensemble, performs a solo at DeSoto Central High School.

221111-N-PG545-1078, Lafayette, Louisiana (Nov. 11, 2022) Musician 1st Class Alexandra Albrecht, from St. Louis, Missouri, performs a solo with the U.S. Navy Band Commodores at Ovey Comeaux High School. In addition to performing public concerts, the Commodores participated in a number of educational outreach events during their national tour.

Students from the Higher Institute of Music - Sousse perform with Wings of Swing ahead of the Tunisia International Aerospace and Defense Exhibition 2022 in Sousse, Tunisia, Oct. 11, 2022. Fostering regional relationships among African partners allows for the opening of dialogue and helps build regional solutions that we can help our African partners implement to address regional issues.

WISCONSIN RAPIDS, Wisc. (May 3, 2022) Musician 1st Class Maia Rodriguez, from Cleveland, Ohio, sings a solo during a United States Navy Band Sea Chanters chorus concert at the Wisconsin Rapids Performing Arts Center. The Sea Chanters performed in seven states during its 13-city, 2,000-mile tour, connecting communities across the nation to their Navy.

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Joseph Robert Jr., a pianist with the 2d Marine Division Band, performs at Cité de la Musique et de la Danse de Soissons, France, May 27, 2022. This is an annual formal concert that serves to commemorate American participation in World War I.

Office of the Secretary - Secretary Elaine Chao and President George W Bush at the Women's Conference on Small Business

221107-N-PG545-1127, San Antonio, Texas (Nov. 7, 2022) Musician 1st Class Kevin McDonald, from Greensboro, North Carolina, performs with the U.S. Navy Band Commodores jazz combo at Morningside at The Meadows senior living community. The Commodores performed seventeen concerts across five states during their 22-day tour connecting communities across the nation to their Navy.

240210-N-PN185-1004 - Pearl, Mississippi (Feb. 10, 2024) - Musician 1st Class Sean White, from Fort Walton Beach, Florida, performs alongside local band students at the United States Navy Band 2024 national tour concert at Peal High School. The Navy Band will travel 2500 ground miles over 18 days to 7 states, giving 12 public concerts as well as 5 concerts for students in schools. Navy

Luciano Pavarotti, Pavarotti Et Friends, 1994.

Lieutenant General Leon J. Laporte, Commander III Corps and Fort Hood, presents Conductor Dr. Guy Wilson a plaque and red roses following the 20th annual performance of Handel's Messiah Concert at Palmer Theater, Fort Hood Texas on 17 December 2000. Base: Fort Hood State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: MACOMS

Musician 1st Class Amanda Ballatine, from Indianapolis, Ind., meets an audience member following the Navy Band Commodores performance at the Young Composers Showcase, part of the 2024 Jazz Education Network conference. The showcase features the winning compositions of international student composers between the age of 14-30 whose works are performed by the conference premier ensemble. Each year, thousands of educators, students and professional jazz musicians gather for the four day conference to network, seek professional development opportunities, and hear the nations top performing jazz musicians.

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