ABOUT ARMY BANDS
A CAREER THAT BRINGS OUT THE BEST IN YOUR MUSIC
Whether you're performing to boost Soldiers' morale, entertain people, or assist with military ceremonies, you'll be part of a group of talented musicians who support the Army's mission around the world.
And as a member of the Army band program, you'll be given the creative freedom to perform a wide variety of music styles alongside fellow musicians who have the same passion for music that you do. What's more, you'll play professional quality instruments, enjoy paid vacations, receive medical and dental benefits for you and your family, and take advantage of educational benefits like money for college. In short, the Army band program is a guaranteed career in music.
As a musician in the Army you'll receive benefits that'll allow you the freedom to concentrate on your music without worrying about where the next paycheck is coming from.
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The Army band program is open to talented musicians, male or female, who are otherwise qualified to enlist in the Army and can pass a prearranged audition.
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The first step to joining the Army band program is the audition. When and where this takes place will be worked out with your recruiter, the auditioner and you.
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The Army band program also offers a limited number of openings for conductors. As a conductor, you will enter the Army band as an officer.
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Musicians have been an integral part of the military even before the U.S. Army was created in 1775.
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U.S. Army bands are performing all over the world at events that are open to the public. Check out this performance schedule to see if one of the bands will be in your area.
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