Military Bands in Performance

Vibrant scenes of military bands performing at events and concerts, showcasing musicians in uniforms playing various instruments at public gatherings.

U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Forces Pacific Band perform for attendees during a live concert for the local community at Plaza de Espana, Hagatna, Guam, Jan. 23, 2023. The MARFORPAC Band participated in multiple community engagements during their visit to Guam as part of the Naval Support Activity, Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz Reactivation and Naming Ceremony. In order to encourage music education and showcase the vibrant history and tradition of military music, the band is active in providing clinics and concerts for the communities they serve. The MARFORPAC Band performs throughout the Indo-Pacific at more than 400 commitments each year from ceremonies to parades. The primary mission of the band is to provide musical support for military and civic ceremonies.

220818-N-SJ665-1029 QUANTICO, Va. (August 18, 2022) Members of the U.S. Navy Band play for the concert. The band performs public concerts throughout the year.

SAN FRANCISCO (Oct. 9, 2022) - Sailors assigned to Navy Band Southwest and Marines assigned to the 1st Marine Division Band march together in a performance during the Italian-American Heritage Parade as a part of San Francisco Fleet Week 2022, Oct. 9, 2022. SFFW is an opportunity for the American public to meet their Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard teams and experience Americas sea services. During fleet week, service members participate in various community service events, showcase capabilities and equipment to the community, and enjoy the hospitality of the city and its surrounding areas.

U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Forces Pacific Band perform for attendees during a live concert for the local community at Plaza de Espana, Hagatna, Guam, Jan. 23, 2023. The MARFORPAC Band participated in multiple community engagements during their visit to Guam as part of the Naval Support Activity, Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz Reactivation and Naming Ceremony. In order to encourage music education and showcase the vibrant history and tradition of military music, the band is active in providing clinics and concerts for the communities they serve. The MARFORPAC Band performs throughout the Indo-Pacific at more than 400 commitments each year from ceremonies to parades. The primary mission of the band is to provide musical support for military and civic ceremonies.

With Sgt. Joe Scheck on the trombone and Sgt. Stephen Berg on the saxophone, the Illinois National Guard's 144th Army Bands performs in the Crystal Lake (Illinois) Independence Day Parade on July 3.

Los Angeles (May 27, 2022) The 1st Marine Division Ceremonial Band performs at the Griffith Observatory as part of Los Angeles Fleet Week (LAFW) in Los Angeles, May 27, 2022. LAFW is an opportunity for the American public to meet their Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard teams and experience America's sea services. During fleet week, service members participate in various community service events, showcase capabilities and equipment to the community, and enjoy the hospitality of Los Angeles and its surrounding areas.

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Camren Britt, a saxophonist with the 2nd Marine Division band, performs in the annual Krewe of Morpheus Parade in New Orleans, Feb. 9, 2024. Marine Corps bands aim to entertain, educate, and inspire patriotism in audiences through music while embodying the discipline and professionalism of the Marine Corps. Marine Corps

Soldiers with the 63rd Army Band take part in the 2022 New Jersey National Guard Military Review at the National Guard Training Center in Sea Girt, New Jersey, Oct. 16, 2022. The Military Review is a 130-year-old tradition that allows the governor as commander-in-chief to review the Soldiers and Airmen of the New Jersey National Guard.

US Air Force AIRMAN First Class Brian Fox member of the 436th AW/Honor Guard, plays taps after a 21 gun salute performed by Dover AFB Honor guard honoring the men and women who fought and died at Pearl Harbor. US Air Force Airman First Class Brian Fox member of the 436th AW/Honor Guard, plays taps after a 21 gun salute performed by Dover AFB Honor guard honoring the men and women who fought and died at Pearl Harbor.

More than 500 Airmen assigned to the 323rd Training Squadron graduated from Basic Military Training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, Sept 14-15, 2022. Col. Lauren A. Courchaine, Commander, 37th Training Wing, reviewed the ceremony

Washington Army National Guard Soldiers with the 133rd Army Band, 96th Troop Command, perform at Huntamer Park in Lacey, Wash., July 6, 2022. The concert was part of the Lacey In Tune summer concert series.

The 204th Army Band performed two sets for the local community May 30, 2022, at a Memorial Day celebration held on the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. They performed one set as a full band, and played both contemporary pieces and traditional military marches and songs, and one set was comprised of ensemble performances spanning a variety of styles and time periods.

221908-N-PN850-1020 WASHINGTON (Aug. 19, 2022) The U.S. Navy Band Saxophone Quartet performs at Alethia Tanner Park

Veterans' Employment and Training Service - Veterans Day Salute Awards

221103-N-MM501-1541 YOKOSUKA, Japan (Nov. 2, 2022) A member of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Forces (JMSDF) Band of Yokosuka plays the saxophone during the JMSDFs International Fleet Review 2022 Parade in Yokosuka, Japan Nov. 2. Under Commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet, 7th Fleet is the U.S. Navys largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with 35 maritime nations in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

Members of the U.S. Air Force Band support an Air Force Full Honors Wreath-Laying Ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Va., June 27, 2023. The wreath was laid by Chief of the Romanian Air Force Staff Lt. Gen. Viorel Pana.

U.S. Marines with the Quantico Marine Corps Band perform a Memorial Day Concert at the National Museum of the Marine Corps, Triangle, Virginia, May 30, 2022. Part of the Quantico Marine Corps Band mission, is to provide musical support for civilian community relations.

220805-N-HS181-1039 SAN DIEGO (Aug. 5, 2022) Musician 3rd Class Matt Fitzsimmons, a native of Gaithersburg, Md., performs during a change of command ceremony aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS OKane (DDG 77), Aug. 5. OKane is currently pierside in its homeport of San Diego.

U.S. Army Soldiers of the 63rd Army Band, New Jersey Army National Guard, perform ruffles and flourishes as Brig. Gen. Lisa J. Hou, D.O., The Adjutant General of New Jersey, and New Jersey Gov. Philip D. Murphy enter the drill floor during Hous promotion ceremony to the rank of major general at the National Guard Armory in Lawrenceville, New Jersey, Feb. 3, 2024. Hou commands more than 8,400 Soldiers and Airmen of the New Jersey National Guard. As Commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, Hou leads, directs, and manages the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs in the execution of federal and state missions. In addition, she manages all state veterans programs, commissions, and facilities in New Jersey. (New Jersey National Guard

The 3rd Infantry Division Band marches during the Savannah Veterans Day Parade, November 12, 2022, in downtown Savannah, Georgia. The Soldiers marched in the parade in support of all veterans, past and present.

DF-ST-89-04741. Base: Hurlburt Field State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

020911-F-2155T-042. Base: Scott Air Force Base State: Illinois (IL) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: AMC

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III hosts Romanian Defense Minister Angel Tîlvăr during a bilateral exchange at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., March 30, 2023.

U.S. Marines with the 1st Marine Division Band play a marching tune during a change of command ceremony for 2d Battalion, 11th Marine Regiment (2/11), 1st Marine Division, at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, June 17, 2022. During the ceremony, Lt. Col. David Tumanjan relinquished his post as the commanding officer of 2/11 Marines to Lt. Col. Jeremy Colwell.

Information Systems Technician 2nd Class Barbara Haley, from Fayetteville, Tennessee, assigned to the first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) combat systems department, plays Taps during a burial at sea on the ships aircraft elevator 2, Sept. 17, 2022. During the ceremony, the cremated remains of 30 souls were committed to the sea in the Atlantic Ocean. Ford is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier qualiﬁcations and workups for a scheduled deployment this fall.

U.S. Army Soldiers from the 38th Infantry Division Band perform during a going away ceremony for fellow Soldiers at the RCA Dome in Indianapolis, Ind. The Indiana National Guard is preparing to deploy its largest amount of Soldiers since World War II with more than 3,400 Soldiers scheduled to depart for Iraq to serve during their 12-month rotation.

U.S. Marines with the 2d Marine Division Band perform during the Belgian Defence International Tattoo in Mons, Belgium, May 31, 2022. This five-day festival is the first Belgian International Tattoo, which was originally planned to commemorate the 75th Anniversary of the Liberation of Belgium in 2020, but was postponed due to COVID-19. Participating military bands include the Belgian, French, Polish and American bands.

SAN FRANCISCO (Oct. 8, 2022) - Marines assigned to the 1st Marine Division Band perform at Duboce Park as a part of San Francisco Fleet Week 2022, Oct. 8, 2022. SFFW is an opportunity for the American public to meet their Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard teams and experience Americas sea services. During fleet week, service members participate in various community service events, showcase capabilities and equipment to the community, and enjoy the hospitality of the city and its surrounding areas.

NEWPORT, R.I. (June 30, 2022) Navy Band Northeast musicians perform before the Naval Chaplaincy School (NCS) assumption of command ceremony at Naval Station Newport, June 30, 2022. NCS trains Navy chaplains and religious program specialists to fulfill a critical role in helping the Department of the Navy achieve and maintain a ready force by preparing religious ministry team members to minister across the sea services to build personal, unit, and family readiness and strengthen spirit, moral character, and toughness.

U.S. Marines with the 2d Marine Division (MARDIV) Band sing I Hope by Youngblood Brass Band to the crowd during the Krewe of Bacchus Parade in New Orleans, Louisiana, Feb. 11, 2024. The 2d MARDIV Band performed during Mardi Gras to support the local community through a joint effort with Marine Corps Forces Reserve Band to help bridge the gap between the Marine Corps and the people who support them. Marine Corps

Soldiers with the 63rd Army Band take part in the 2022 New Jersey National Guard Military Review at the National Guard Training Center in Sea Girt, New Jersey, Oct. 16, 2022. The Military Review is a 130-year-old tradition that allows the governor as commander-in-chief to review the Soldiers and Airmen of the New Jersey National Guard.

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Pedro A. PerezaSoto, trumpet instrumentalist, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific Band, plays Taps” during the 34th Annual Memorial Day Observance at the Waikiki Natatorium War Memorial, Honolulu, Hawaii, May 29, 2022. The ceremony is held annually to honor Hawaii’s fallen service members and pay special tribute to the 10,000 Hawaiians who volunteered for service in World War I, more than 100 of which made the ultimate sacrifice. This year’s commemoration was held a day prior to the official observance of Memorial Day.

031108-M-3544G-067. Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Members of the U.S. Army Mississippi National Guard band perform at the 81st TRW Holiday Open House at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, Dec. 11, 2022. Both the 81st TRW and Second Air Force hosted a Holiday Open House to celebrate training developments and the bases partnership with the local community.

Brig. Gen. Walker Field, commanding general of Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island and the Eastern Recruiting Region, along with his wife, Mrs. Field, read a christmas story to children of the local community, in Beaufort, S.C., Dec. 10, 2022.Along with the reading, the Parris Island Marine Band performed a Christmas concert for the community.

220524-N-YV347-2141 LOS ANGELES (May 24, 2022) Lance Cpl. Ana Rincones Urbina with the U.S. Marine Corp band plays a solo at Roxbury Memorial Park, May 24, 2022. LAFW is an opportunity for the American public to meet their Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard teams and experience America's sea services. During fleet week, service members participate in various community service events, showcase capabilities and equipment to the community, and enjoy the hospitality of Los Angeles and its surrounding areas.

221007-M-BQ292-1012 (October 7, 2022) U.S. Navy Musician 1st Class Brian Parmann and Musician 1st Class Patrick Pedlar play the trumpet during the performance by the U.S. Navy Band Southwest at the Golden Gate Park Bandshell as part of San Francisco Fleet Week (SFFW) at San Francisco, California. SFFW is an opportunity for the American public to meet their Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard teams and experience Americas sea services. During fleet week, service members participate in various community service effects, showcase capabilities and equipment to the community, and enjoy the hospitality of the city and its surrounding areas.

Col. David Lopez, Commander of Air Combat Command's Executive, promotes to Brigadier General at Langley Air Force Base, May 22, 2022. The Heritage of America Band played the Air Force song at the close of Lopez's ceremony.

The USAF Pacific Armed Forces Band marches and plays during the Pacific Air Force Change of Command ceremony. GEN. Robert L. Rutherford relinquishes the Pacific Command to General John G. Lorber. Base: Hickam Air Force Base State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Miriam Cornett, 1st Infantry Division Band, 1st Infantry Division, plays the French horn during Oktoberfest, Junction City, Kansas, October 1, 2022. The fest brought the Fort Riley and Junction City communities together to celebrate with music, games and traditional German fare.

The U.S. Air Force Band of Flight plays God Bless America before the start of the 2022 Air Force Marathon Sept. 17, 2022, at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. More than 8,500 runners and 1,500 volunteers from all 50 states and 18 different countries came out to run in the races 26th year.

Marines with The Commandants Own, U.S. Marine Drum and Bugle Corps, march down the parade deck during a Friday Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., Aug 19, 2022. The guest of honor was The Honorable Carlos F. Matus, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary and Director of Diplomatic Security Service. The hosting official was Lt. Gen. Gregg Olson, Director of The Marine Corps Staff.

070227-M-1726S-017. Complete Scene Caption: U.S. Marine Corps Drum and Bugle Corps, based out of Marine Barracks 8th and I, perform during the Marine Corps Battle Color Ceremony, on Tuesday Feb. 27, 2007, aboard the Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona. The Marine Corps Battle Color Ceremony performed at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, begins the performing 2007 season for the Battle Color Detachment, which consists of over 400 performances in the U.S. and abroad. Known as "The Commandant's Own", the Marine Corps Drum and Bugle Corps is the only drum and bugle corps in U.S. Armed Forces and are celebrated for their extraordinary musical talents and impeccable marching skill. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by CPL. Annette Spurgeon) (Released) Base: Marine Corps Air Station, Yuma State: Arizona (AZ) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: 8TH

SAN FRANCISCO (Oct. 8, 2022) - Marines assigned to the Old Breed Brass Band, 1st Marine Division Band, perform at Westwood Bar and Grill as a part of San Francisco Fleet Week 2022, Oct. 8, 2022. SFFW is an opportunity for the American public to meet their Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard teams and experience Americas sea services. During fleet week, service members participate in various community service events, showcase capabilities and equipment to the community, and enjoy the hospitality of the city and its surrounding areas.

U.S. Army Soldiers of the 63rd Army Band, New Jersey Army National Guard, perform ruffles and flourishes as Brig. Gen. Lisa J. Hou, D.O., The Adjutant General of New Jersey, and New Jersey Gov. Philip D. Murphy enter the drill floor during Hous promotion ceremony to the rank of major general at the National Guard Armory in Lawrenceville, New Jersey, Feb. 3, 2024. Hou commands more than 8,400 Soldiers and Airmen of the New Jersey National Guard. As Commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, Hou leads, directs, and manages the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs in the execution of federal and state missions. In addition, she manages all state veterans programs, commissions, and facilities in New Jersey. (New Jersey National Guard

OSLO (Sept. 16, 2022) Members of the United States Navy Band perform during a parade in downtown 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.

Europe, Spain (in Spanish northern Africa), Ceuta, Legionnaire drum and bugle corps

220528-N-JL161-1013 NATIONAL HARBOR, Md. (May 28, 2022) Chief Musician Jonathan Barnes, center left, plays a trumpet solo during a concert with the United States Navy Band Commodores jazz ensemble. The Commodores performed at National Harbor in celebration of Memorial Day.

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Kevin Alvarez, a trombone player assigned to the 1st Marine Division Band, performs for an audience at Pershing Square in Los Angeles, during Los Angeles Fleet Week, May 25, 2022. The purpose of Fleet Week is to showcase the capabilities of the Navy-Marine Corps team and give back to the community with events, static displays, and personal interactions between service members and the public.

Army soldiers of the Staff Music Corps recorded during a state visit by Ferdinand Marcos Jr. (not pictured), President of the Republic of the Philippines to Olaf Scholz (not pictured), Federal Chancellor, recorded in Berlin, 12 March 2024

A Sailor plays taps during an interment ceremony held at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, Honolulu, Sept. 21, 2022. The Defense POW/MiA Accounting Agency (DPAA) and attending family members paid their respects and honored the life of Petty Officer 1st Class Beoin Corzatt, who was assigned to the USS Oklahoma when the ship was attacked by Japanese aircraft during World War II. Corzatt was accounted for on Dec. 17, 2020, nearly 80 years after the attacks on Pearl Harbor.

The United States Air Forces in Europe Band plays music for the attendees of the Air Force Gala at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Oct. 14, 2022. The Gala is a longstanding tradition commemorating the anniversary of the Air Force.

SURABAYA, Indonesia (Dec. 12, 2022) - Members of the U.S. 7th Fleet Broadside Brass Band perform a concert at a local high school in Surabaya, Indonesia, Dec. 12. CARAT/MAREX Indonesia is a bilateral exercise between Indonesia and the United States designed to promote regional security cooperation, maintain and strengthen maritime partnerships, and enhance maritime interoperability. In its 28th year, the CARAT series is comprised of multinational exercises, designed to enhance U.S. and partner navies abilities to operate together in response to traditional and non-traditional maritime security challenges in the Indo-Pacific region. Under Commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet, 7th Fleet is the U.S. Navys largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with 35 maritime nations in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

A Polish Soldier with the Central Band of the Polish Armed Forces plays the trumpet during the Belgian Defence International Tattoo in Sint-Truiden, Belgium, June 2, 2022. This five-day festival is the first Belgian International Tattoo, which was originally planned to commemorate the 75th Anniversary of the Liberation of Belgium in 2020, but was postponed due to COVID-19. Participating military bands include the Belgian, French, Polish and American bands.

221007-M-BQ292-1005 (Oct. 7, 2022) U.S. Navy Band Southwest performs for a crowd at the Golden Gate Park Bandshell as part of San Francisco Fleet Week (SFFW) at San Francisco, California. SFFW is an opportunity for the American public to meet their Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard teams and experience Americas sea services. During fleet week, service members participate in various community service effects, showcase capabilities and equipment to the community, and enjoy the hospitality of the city and its surrounding areas.

PEARL HARBOR, (Dec. 5, 2022) Sailors assigned to the U.S. Pacific Fleet Band perform for World War II veterans during an 81st Anniversary Pearl Harbor Remembrance concert at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center. Dec. 7, 2022, marks the 81st year since the attacks on Pearl Harbor and Oahu. The U.S. military, State of Hawaii and National Park Service are hosting a series of remembrance events throughout the week to honor the courage and sacrifices of those who served throughout the Pacific Theater. Today, the U.S.-Japan Alliance is a cornerstone of peace and security in a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

110810-N-CI293-267FARGO, N.D. (Aug. 10, 2011) Sailors assigned to Navy Band Great Lakes, Horizon, perform for visitors at the Red River Zoo during Fargo Navy Week, one of 21 Navy Weeks taking place across America in 2011. Navy Weeks are intended to showcase the investment Americans have made in their Navy and increase awareness in cities that do not have a significant Navy presence.

From left to right, U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Anna Gilpatrick, Airman 1st Class Natalie Angst, and Staff Sgt. Alena Zidlicky, USAF Band of the Golden West vocalists, perform 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.

Armed Forces Inaugural Committee behind the scenes. The U. S. Army Herald Trumpets warm up in one of the warming tents prior to playing at one of many presidential events during the inauguration period. Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Visit of Secretary Dirk Kempthorne to the Marine Barracks, Washington, D.C., to view Marine Corps Evening Parade, deliver remarks, and attend reception at the site, a National Historic Landmark

The Information Warfare Training Command (IWTC) Corry Station Performing Arts Company Band Component participated in the Pensacola Martin Luther King Jr. Parade under band director, Cryptologic Technician Collection 1st Class Luis A. Croumer, one of the instructors at IWTC Corry Station.

A Polish Soldier with the Central Band of the Polish Armed Forces, plays the trombone during the Belgian Defence International Tattoo in Sint-Truiden, Belgium, June 2, 2022. This five-day festival is the first Belgian International Tattoo, which was originally planned to commemorate the 75th Anniversary of the Liberation of Belgium in 2020, but was postponed due to COVID-19. Participating military bands include the Belgian, French, Polish and American bands.

050811-A-7734M-002. Base: Camp Grayling State: Michigan (MI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

U.S. Marines with 2nd Marine Division perform Anchors Aweigh during Master Gunnery Sgt. Carroll R. Williams retirement ceremony at the Marston Pavilion, Camp Lejeune, N.C., Oct. 21, 2022. Master Gunnery Sgt. Williams retired after 27 years of honorable service.

Idaho Governor Brad Little, military members, veterans and residents of the Treasure Valley community gather at Idaho State Veterans Cemetery for a Memorial Day ceremony, May 30, 2022, Boise, Idaho. The ceremony included guest speakers, a 21-gun salute and firing of American Civil War cannons.

DF-ST-85-12556. Base: Yokota Air Base Country: Japan (JPN)

U.S. Marines play the Marine Corps Hymn during the change of command ceremony for U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Brian Carthon, incoming commanding officer of II Marine Expeditionary Force Support Battalion, and Lt. Col. Robert Fairley, outgoing commanding officer of II Marine Expeditionary Force Support Battalion on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, June 8, 2022. During the ceremony, Fairley relinquished command of II MSB to Carthon.

U.S. Army Soldiers of the 63rd Army Band, New Jersey Army National Guard, perform ruffles and flourishes as Brig. Gen. Lisa J. Hou, D.O., The Adjutant General of New Jersey, and New Jersey Gov. Philip D. Murphy enter the drill floor during Hous promotion ceremony to the rank of major general at the National Guard Armory in Lawrenceville, New Jersey, Feb. 3, 2024. Hou commands more than 8,400 Soldiers and Airmen of the New Jersey National Guard. As Commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, Hou leads, directs, and manages the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs in the execution of federal and state missions. In addition, she manages all state veterans programs, commissions, and facilities in New Jersey. (New Jersey National Guard

U.S. Marines with the Silent Drill Platoon perform during the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway in Concord, North Carolina, May 28, 2022. The Marines participation at the Coca-Cola 600 provided an opportunity to demonstrate the unique capabilities of the Marines Corps to the public amid joint service support to the event.

120909-N-FE728-004 DETROIT (Sept. 9, 2012) The Brass Ambassadors from the U.S. Navy Band Great Lakes play a variety of music for visitors during the Navy's commemoration of the bicentennial of the War of 1812. This celebration coincides with Detroit Navy Week, one of 15 signature events planned across America in 2012. The weeklong event commemorates the bicentennial of the War of 1812, hosting service members from the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard and Royal Canadian Navy.

Marines with Marines with The Commandants Own, U.S. Marine Drum and Bugle Corps, prepare to perform before a performance at the Drum Corps International in Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Aug13, 2022. The DCI is the Marching Musics Major League, displaying some of the top musical talents from around the world.

U.S. Marines with the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing Band perform at the Northwell Health Hospital Side by Side Military Appreciation event during Fleet Week New York 2022 in New York, May 28, 2022. Fleet Week New York has been held nearly every year since 1984 to celebrate the nations maritime services and highlight their innovative capabilities, while providing an opportunity for the citizens of New York City and the surrounding tristate area to meet Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen.

DN-ST-86-00388. Base: Naval Air Station, Fallon State: Nevada (NV) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A Marine Corps bugler sounds Taps at the conclusion of memorial ceremonies atop Mount Suribachi commemorating the 50th anniversary of the battle for Iwo Jima. Base: Iwo Jima Country: Japan (JPN)

U.S. Soldiers assigned to the 1st Infantry Division Band (1 ID), perform a variety of Christmas music for troops during the 1 ID Band holiday tour at Bemowo Piskie, Poland, Dec. 2, 2022. The 1 ID is proudly working alongside NATO allies and regional security partners to provide combat-credible forces to V Corps, America's forward deployed corps in Europe.

Soldiers from the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) support an Army Full Honors Wreath-Laying at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in recognition of the U.S. Armys Birthday, Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Va., June 14, 2022. The U.S. Armys legacy has been built over 247 years on the dedication, courage, and heroism of every American soldier. We honor all who have answered the call since the Armys founding in 1775.

U.S. Sailors assigned to Navy Band Northwest band march in the Rose Festival Parade during Portland Fleet Week 2022, June 11. Portland Fleet Week is a time-honored celebration of the sea services and provides an opportunity for the citizens of Oregon to meet Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen, as well as witness firsthand the latest capabilities of today's maritime services.

International Military Music Festival Spasskaya Tower”, Presidential Orchestra of Moscow Kremlin, Moscow, Russia, Europe

011027-F-1166S-008. Complete Scene Caption: The Palisades Park Fire Department Band and Pipers performs at Liberty State Park, New Jersey during the "Support Our Troops" rally for national "Make a Difference Day." Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Ladies Auxiliary, in cooperation with the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs sponsored the rally. The event hosted numerous entertainment acts for the 15,000 attending the three-hour rally. "Americas armed forces are gearing up for a long and arduous war on an invisible, but terrifying enemy," said VFW Commander-in-CHIEF Jim N. Goldsmith. "We are asking a lot from our men and women in the military, which is why it is imperative that we show them our support. The rally also will demonstrate to the world that the actions of September 11 and the recent anthrax exposures have not diminished our resolve, but have actually served to strengthened our unity as a nation." Base: Liberty State Park State: New Jersey (NJ) Countr

ANNAPOLIS, Md. (Oct. 12, 2022) U.S. Naval Academy Superintendent Vice Adm. Sean Buck delivers remarks during a combined celebration of the Naval Academy's Founders Day and the U.S. Navy's 247th birthday in downtown Annapolis. The City of Annapolis hosted the event, which also included remarks by Annapolis Mayor Gavin Buckley. Established in 1845, the Naval Academy prepares young men and women to become professional officers of competence, character, and compassion in the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps.

Musician CHIEF (MUC) Dennis Pflug from the USCG band checks his French horn before forming up for the Inaugural parade. Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Visit of Secretary Dirk Kempthorne to the Marine Barracks, Washington, D.C., to view Marine Corps Evening Parade, deliver remarks, and attend reception at the site, a National Historic Landmark

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jason Galbraith, U.S. Air Force Band of the West, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, plays the alto sax during the U.S. Air Force 75th Ball at the Henry B. Gonzales Convention Center, San Antonio, Texas, Sept. 17, 2022. The theme of this year's Air Force Ball was "Proud Past, Promising Future," and allowed participants to connect, engage and boost morale among the active duty, reservists, civilians, and private sector partners to foster an ongoing kinship within the Military City, USA, community.

U.S. Marines with the 1st Marine Division Band perform the National Anthem during a relief ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Aug. 24, 2022. During the ceremony, Sgt. Maj. Roland McGinnis ended his tour as the battalion sergeant.

The Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Fuji School Band perform for attendees during the Fuji Friendship Festival at Combined Arms Training Center Camp Fuji, Shizuoka, Japan, Oct. 29, 2022. Festival attendees were able to view static displays, listen to live entertainment, and interact with U.S. military and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force personnel. The Fuji Friendship Festival is one of many events Marine Corps Installations Pacific organizes across the Pacific to strengthen the Japan-U.S. alliance and showcase Marine Corps capabilities to host nation residents.

Gunnery Sgt. David Cox, assistant drum major, The Commandants Own, U.S. Marine Drum and Bugle Corps, conducts during a performance at Linganore High School Marching Band Competition at Frederick, Maryland., Oct. 22, 2022. The Commandants Own, showcased their skillset in front of thousands of enthusiastic supporters, demonstrating esprit de corps and inspiring future generations to come.

3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) Soldiers perform Twilight Tattoo for service member's friends and family, on Summerall Field, Joint Base Myer Henderson-Hall, Va., April 27, 2022. This performance is the final rehearsal of the hour-long pageant to showcase the rich history of the U.S. Army.

A U.S. Navy Sailor with the Navy Band Northeast performs for attendees during Fleet Week New York 2022 at Times Square, New York, May 27, 2022. Fleet Week New York has been held nearly every year since 1984 to celebrate the nations maritime services and highlight their innovative capabilities, while providing an opportunity for the citizens of New York City and the surrounding tristate area to meet Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen.

Marines with The Commandant's Own, U.S. Marine Drum & Bugle Corps, perform during a Battle Color Detachment Dress Rehearsal at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., Feb. 24, 2024. This rehearsal was the culmination of multiple weeks of long hours and rigorous training. Marine Corps

060824-N-3153C-381. Base: Kupang State: East Nusa Tenggara Province Country: Indonesia (IDN)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Jownel Rivera, a musician with III Marine Expeditionary Force Band, performs for attendees during the Fuji Friendship Festival at Combined Arms Training Center Camp Fuji, Shizuoka, Japan, Oct. 29, 2022. Festival attendees were able to view static displays, listen to live entertainment, and interact with U.S. military and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force personnel. The Fuji Friendship Festival is one of many events Marine Corps Installations Pacific organizes across the Pacific to strengthen the Japan-U.S. alliance and showcase Marine Corps capabilities to host nation residents.

PEARL HARBOR (July 3, 2022) The Royal Australian Navy Band performs during the Australian national reception held aboard Royal Australian Navy landing helicopter dock HMAS Canberra (L02) during Rim of Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, four submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the world's oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 28th exercise in the series that began in 1971. (Photo by Royal Australian Navy Leading Seaman Matthew Lyall)

U.S. Navy Sailors, assigned to Navy Band Northwest, march together in the Rose Festival Parade during Portland Fleet Week in Oregon, June 11, 2022. Portland Fleet Week is a time-honored celebration of the sea services and provides an opportunity for the citizens of Oregon to meet Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen, as well as witness firsthand the latest capabilities of today's maritime services.

221005-N-IW069-1146 San Francisco (Oct. 5, 2022) 1st Marine Division Band plays at the dock landing ship USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49) during a Navy reception during San Francisco Fleet Week. SFFW is an opportunity for the American public to meet their Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard teams and experience Americas Sea services. During Fleet Week, service members participate in various community service events, showcase capabilities and equipment to the community, and enjoy the hospitality of the city and its surrounding areas. (Navy Photography by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Isaiah M. Williams.)

060814-N-1577S-071. Base: Tarakan Country: Indonesia (IDN)

220628-N-PN850-1256 WASHINGTON (Jun. 28, 2022) The piccolo section of the U.S. Navy Band performs the famous "Stars and Stripes Forever." The Navy Band performs for a Concert on the Avenue at the U.S. Navy Memorial.

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