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Marine Corps Base Quantico

"Crossroads of the Marine Corps"
Quantico Band
Marine Corps Bands are a component element of the command to which attached. Bands provide musical support for ceremonies, functions, and other occasions aboard military installations and throughout the civilian community as may be directed by proper authority in order to improve morale, inspire, motivate, and instill in the audiences, a sense of pride and patriotism, and to re-affirm our core values, customs, and traditions, and best represent the United States Marine Corps. Bands accomplish their mission in support of military ceremonies and other official activities as may be directed by appropriate authority, community relations events that support the community relations program and are of common public interest and benefit to a local, state, regional, national, or broadly representational community, and personnel recruiting and retention programs.

Command Element
Chief Warrant Officer 4 Robert A. Szabo

 

Director, Officer in Charge

Master Gunnery Sergeant Jeffery L. Fangman

 

Bandmaster, Senior Enlisted Marine

 Gunnery Sergeant Timothy W. Otis

Enlisted Conductor

 Gunnery Sergeant Kevin E. Glave

 Small Ensemble Leader 

 

Kevin Glave, a native of Winter Haven, FL entered Marine Corps Recruit Training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, SC in July 1993. Upon completion of recruit training and Marine Combat Training, he attended the Basic Music Course at the Armed Forces School of Music in NAB Little Creek, Virginia. Lance Corporal Glave was then assigned to the 2nd Marine Division Band at Camp Lejeune, NC as a euphonium instrumentalist.

 

GySgt Glave was promoted to the rank of corporal in July 1995. During his tour with the 2nd Marine Division Band, Cpl Glave served as a fire team leader and section leader. In July 1996, Cpl Glave was assigned to the III MEF Band at Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan as an instrumentalist, section leader, fire team leader and squad leader. He was a featured soloist with the band on several occasions and was promoted to the rank of Sergeant in December 1996. In July 1997, Sgt Glave was assigned to Marine Band Albany, GA as an instrumentalist. Sgt Glave would also serve as a Section Leader, Squad Leader, Platoon Guide, Platoon Sergeant and the band’s first webmaster.

 

In October 1999, Sgt Glave was a student at Marine Corps Recruiters School in San Diego, CA and was then transferred to Recruiting Sub-Station Tallahassee, FL as a canvassing recruiter. During his tour of duty, he recruited over 80 individuals into the Marine Corps. He was promoted to the rank of Staff Sergeant in March 2000.

 

In September 2003, SSgt Glave was assigned to the Navy School of Music to received advanced instruction at the Ceremonial Conductor / Drum Major Course. Upon completion of this six month training, he would remain and attend the Arrangers Course. Upon completion of this, SSgt Glave was transferred to Marine Forces Reserve Band in New Orleans, LA as an instrumentalist and platoon sergeant. He also served as the Acting Enlisted Conductor before being selected as a Small Ensemble Leader in February 2006. He was promoted to the rank of Gunnery Sergeant in July 2007.

 

In August 2007, GySgt Glave transferred to the Navy School of Music in Norfolk, VA where he was branch head of Basic Academics, supervising all daily MOS academic instruction and training to entry level students as well as provide guidance, training and guidance to all MOS academic instructors. He was also responsible for reviewing and evaluating all basic academic core curriculums as required. Gunnery Sergeant Glave reported to his present duty station as the Small Ensemble Leader of the Quantico Marine Band in October 2010.

 

Gunnery Sergeant Glave’s awards include the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (2th award), Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, Presidential Unit Citation, Navy Unit Commendation, Joint Meritorious Unit commendation, Good Conduct Medal (5th Award), National Defense Service Medal (2nd Award), Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Humanitarian Service Medal, Sea Service Deployment, and Marine Corps Recruiting Ribbon.

Staff Sergeant Mark G. Bender

 Drum Major

 Gunnery Sergeant Joshua V. Mitchell

 Instrument Repair Technician

    Joshua Mitchell grew up in St. Louis, Missouri and graduated from Hazelwood East High School in 1993. Upon graduation, he enlisted in the Marine Corps and left for MCRD San Diego in June 1993. After boot camp, he proceeded to the Armed Forces School of Music in Norfolk, VA.

 

LCpl Mitchell was then assigned to the 1st Marine Division Band in Camp Pendleton, CA where he served as a french horn instrumentalist from 1994 through 1997, and was promoted to the rank of Corporal. Cpl Mitchell was then transferred to MCLB Albany, GA, where he served for 6 years. During his time there he served in a variety of billets throughout the band, and earned the ranks of Sergeant and Staff Sergeant.

 

In October 2003, SSgt Mitchell reported to the Marine Forces Pacific Band in Kaneohe Bay, HI. During this time he served as operations chief and assistant instrument repair technician. In 2004, SSgt Mitchell was selected for Instrument Repair Technician and left for school in Red Wing, MN in August 2005.

 

Upon graduation from Minnesota State College Southeast Technical in May 2006, SSgt Mitchell was again assigned to Marine Corps Base Hawaii where he served as the Instrument Repair Technician for the Marine Forces Pacific Band.

 

In July 2009 SSgt Mitchell transferred to Quantico, Virginia to serve in his current billet as Instrument Repair Technician for the Quantico Marine Corps Band. He was promoted to his current rank of Gunnery Sergeant in July of 2010.

 

Highlights of his career include performances in Puerto Rico; Ottawa and Quebec Canada; Jakarta, Indonesia; Singapore; Pago Pago, American Samoa; Canberra, Darwin, and Melbourne Australia; Tonga; and Edinburgh, Scotland. His awards include Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (3rd Award), Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal (5th Award), the Humanitarian Service Medal, the Meritorious Unit Commendation, and the National Defense Service Medal.

 

Staff Sergeant Eric K. Kyne

Platoon Sergeant

History of the Band
QUANTICO MARINE CORPS BAND
Established in 1918, the Quantico Marine Corps Band is one of the oldest professional musical ensembles in the Marine Corps. Under the operational control of the Base Commander, Marine Corps Base, Quantico, VA, the unit is comprised of combat-trained active duty Marines who, upon completion of demanding military and musical training, are selected to perform as musical ambassadors of America’s premier military force.

The Band is comprised of a ceremonial band and concert band equipped to provide musical support as directed by the Commandant of the Marine Corps and the Commander of Marine Corps Base, Quantico. In addition, the band maintains a number of small ensembles, including a brass quintet, woodwind quintet, rock/show band, party band, and jazz combo. With an authorized strength of one officer and 50 enlisted Marines, the band has performed at many recognized civilian events; including the Super Bowl XLI Pregame Show, the 9/11 Memorials at Carnegie Hall and the Town Arts Theatre, Times Square, the Macy’s Thanksgiving and Columbus Day Parades in New York City, numerous consecutive appearances at The Virginia International Tattoo, and the Opening Ceremony for the National Museum of the Marine Corps. The band has also performed at the Winter Garden of the World Financial Center overlooking Ground Zero. The Band’s mission is to provide musical support that will encourage community relations, enhance troop morale, and promote the Marine Corps recruiting program through its demanding performance schedule. As well as musical support, the members of the band also fulfill their duties as Marine Riflemen. In support of the War in Iraq, 17 members of the band were attached to Task Force National Capitol Region and deployed conducting combat operations. These Marines returned to the band in June 2008.

The Quantico Marine Corps Band has received numerous military and civilian citations, letters of commendation and letters of appreciation. The group entertains audiences performing classic to contemporary pieces at more than 350 performances annually across the Eastern Seaboard, covering more than 50,000 miles.

 
Request the Band

The Band can be contacted in a number of ways to help support your request. The first person to contact for any type of request is the Band Master. The Band's Bandmaster, QuanticoBand@usmc.mil can be reached in 3 ways:

1. By Phone - Commercial: 703-784-2939 or DSN 278-2939

2. By Fax: Commercial Only 703-784-2942

3. By Email : Bandmaster, QuanticoBand@usmc.mil

Request Forms

Military Request - This form is a Microsoft Word file.

Civilian Request- This form is an Adobe Acrobat file.

Download a free Adobe Reader @ Adobe Reader - Download

Instructions to send by email.

  • Download the appropriate form to your desktop.

  • Fill out the appropriate form and save it to your hard drive.

  • Next email a message to Bandmaster, QuanticoBand@usmc.mil with the appropriate message attached.

Instructions to send by fax.

  • Open the appropriate form and either fill out by hand or type in information

  • Next fax the form to 703-784-2942 with attention to Bandmaster, Band Request.

     

Some Guidance on Requests.

1. Requests should be submitted to the appropriate unit not less than 30 or more than 90 days in advance of a scheduled program.

2. All Armed Forces units have specific military missions and training requirements which may take priority over your event.

3. Participation in public programs will only be authorized when such support is in the best interests of the Department of Defense and the Military Services and does not interfere with mission or training programs.

4. In all cases, operational commitments must take priority and can cause previously scheduled appearances to be canceled.

5. Department of Defense policies require that Armed Forces participation in public events will be provided at no additional cost to the Government. The sponsor is required to pay, when necessary, the standard Military Services allowance for quarters and meals for all Armed Forces participants and for other services which have been determined in advance by the Military Services and agreed to by the sponsor.

6. All costs are binding after a unit, personnel, or exhibit has arrived at an event site, even though weather conditions or other unforeseen circumstances force the
event to be canceled.

Sponsor Requirements
Transportation

 

Air and bus transportation are to be provided by the sponsor unless the Marine Corps can provide military air and bus. On the occasions when transportation can not be scheduled by the government, the sponsor will then be required to finance the transportation of our Marines to support your event.

Local ground transportation in your area is the responsibility of the sponsor. As the Band travels from the hotel to the performance site(s), restaurant(s), and other necessary locations, your drivers will need to coordinate with our schedule. Our Marines will execute the loading and unloading of all equipment. The Band will require:

(1) 47 passenger bus

(2) 12 passenger van

(3) 5 ton truck with lift, covered and securable

On the occasion when the Government can provide ground transportation requirements, the Bandmaster will inform the sponsor.

 

 

 
Meals and Lodging

The sponsor pays for all meals and lodging for Marines while in your area. Meals will consist of breakfast, lunch, and dinner, of which, two must be hot. Meal times must remain flexible due to the Band‘s transportation, rehearsal, and performance schedule. Equally important are the hotel/motel accommodations for our personnel, approximately 51 Marines (41 males and 10 females). Please contact the Band for exact numbers. These rooms should be set up in advance to eliminate delays during check-in. We should require no more than 11 singles and 20 doubles. To maintain and control accountability, we are unable to accept housing in private homes.

Please refer to the “Suggested Contacts” page in this booklet for ideas on involving community support and defraying the cost of sponsoring a Marine Corps Band.

 

 

 
Tickets

Quantico Marine Corps Band performances are presented as a public service to the community; therefore, must be free of charge and open to the general public. We recommend printing free admission tickets for indoor performances requiring crowd control. Concert tickets should not be numbered. A request by mail system is effective; individuals who take the time to complete a written request for tickets are most likely to attend the performance. Limiting distribution of ticket per address may be necessary. Each publicity flyer and newspaper ad should include the address to mail the ticket requests.

 

 

 
Programs

When applicable, a scheduled program for your event will be included in the Program Information section of this Press Package for duplication and distribution. Should a clean copy be needed for reproduction, please contact the Band’s Public Affairs Office.

Prospective program ushers may be found within local ROTC units, high school band members, or scout troops.

 

 

 
Performance Sites

The following outline will provide the necessary requirements of the sponsor:

1. General Requirements

  • Securable changing areas with chairs, tables, and racks or hooks for clothing bags/uniforms

    • Large changing room for 40 male Marines.

    • Changing room for 10 female Marines.

  • Warm-up room or area (if changing area is not large enough) for 51 Marines to stand in a formation. This room should be close to the performance area.

2. Concert Requirements

  • Electrical outlets for sound equipment and electrical instruments.

  • Music stands and chairs with no arms for 45 musicians.

  • Stage area or open area of at least 40 feet across by 30 feet depth with appropriate backdrop or scenic view.

  • Inclement weather plan meeting above requirements.

3. Additional Requirements:

  • Additional expenses such as auditorium rental, lighting, heating, publicity costs, custodial fees, and security are the responsibility of the local authorities or sponsor(s).

 

 

 
Promotion

Media promotion/publicity will always maximize the event and audience attendance. The promotional materials contained in this press package include Band biographies, ensemble descriptions, a personnel roster, and press release information suitable for radio and/or television public service announcements. You are welcome to use all promotional materials contained in this press package for publicity purposes. If we can provide additional support materials for your organization, please do not hesitate to call.

 

When a member of the Band is identified as a resident from your area, the Band Public Affairs Office will provide the Marine’s biography and photograph for publication. During past concerts, special authorization was granted by our command to include a promotion ceremony on one of our Marines. This highlight was witnessed by concert attendees from the communities. Additionally, when scheduling permits, a public affairs photographer from our Command will accompany the Band, further publicizing your event through various Marine Corps publications.

 

The following outline is provided for your promotional campaign:

 

 

2 weeks prior to event

Full page ad containing Band biography, picture, time, location, free admission information, and coupon for ticket requests (if necessary).

 

1 week prior to event

PSA, entertainment ad, post flyers within community, provide coupon for ticket requests.

 

4 days prior to event

PSA, newspaper story and photo of local Marine Band member (if applicable), provide coupon for ticket requests (mention last day for mail-ins, and location of ticket pick-up).

 

2-3 days prior to event

PSA

 

1 day prior to event

PSA, newspaper story and photo of the Band’s Director, Officer in Charge, Chief Warrant Officer 3 Robert A. Szabo.

 

 
Suggested Contacts

In an effort to promote community awareness and possible support of your event, a list of the following organizations is provided which have proven to be an asset to past Band sponsors.

Local Marine Corps Recruiter

It is highly recommended for all sponsors to contact the local recruiter for possible support, advertisement to area Marines (past and present), and prospective recruiting purposes.

 

 

Marine Corps Musician Technical Assistant (MTA)

The regional MTA is a trained musician who assists the local recruiter with all aspects of Marine Corps Bands and instrumental auditions. The MTA will use this time to become familiar with community events, high schools, and colleges for future Marine Corps Band requirements and auditions.

 

 

Area VFW, American Legion, Marine Corps League

During past performances, these organizations have been extremely supportive to the sponsor by providing advertisement within their establishments, meals, social gatherings, and transportation.

 

 

High School and College Band Directors

Music educators can promote awareness and attendance to the concert and encourage participation of your civic event, as well as other supportive roles mentioned above.

 

 

Community Music and Instrument Stores

Local vendors are enthusiastic toward the promotion of fine arts. A coordinated effort between the sponsor and the business is not only beneficial for them, but especially a valuable promotion tool for the event due to the many contacts with community leaders, educators, professional musicians, and students.

 

 

Hotels and Restaurants

Many hotels and restaurants will cooperate by offering the sponsor a discount or possible full support of funding to a Marine Corps Band with regard to lodging and meals.

 
Musical Technical Assistants

 

1st Marine Corps District

ATTN: MTA

605 STEWART AVENUE

GARDEN CITY, NY 11530-4761

PHONE: 516-228-5614

FAX:506-228-5994

BUSINESS CELL: 516-972-8702

8th Marine Corps District

ATTN: MTA

BLDG 10

NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY

NEW ORLEANS, LA 70142-5100

PHONE: 504-678-2364

FAX: 504-678-2733

BUSINESS CELL: 504-296 5067

 

 
4th Marine Corps District

ATTN: MTA

BLDG 54, SUITE 3

P O BOX 806

NEW CUMBERLAND, PA

17070-0806

PHONE: 717-770-4659

FAX: 717-770-4536

BUSINESS CELL:717-440-2943

 

 

 9th Marine Corps District

ATTN: MTA

3805 EAST 155TH ST BLDG 710

KANSAS CITY, MO 64147-1309

PHONE: 816-843-3920

FAX: 816-843-3968

BUSINESS CELL: 816-916-2671

 

 
6th Marine Corps District

ATTN: MTA

HEADQUARTERS, 6TH MCB

BLDG903 BOX 19201 MCRD

PARRIS ISLAND, SC 29905

PHONE: 843-338-3913

FAX: 843-228-2820

BUSINESS CELL: 843-298-1944

 

12th Marine Corps District

ATTN: MTA

12TH MARINE CORPS DISTRICT

3704 HOCMUTH AVE, BLDG 8

SAN DIEGO, CA 92140-5191

PHONE: 619-542-5581

FAX: 619-542-5511

BUSINESS CELL: 916-733-0232

 
Media Material

 

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

QUANTICO MARINE CORPS BAND

QUANTICO, VIRGINIA

15-Second Spot (Air Time)

The Quantico Marine Corps Band, on tour from Quantico, Virginia, will be in the (city/town) area on (day/date) at (location). This patriotic program, sponsored by (sponsor), is free and open to the public and will begin at (time).

Comm. No. (703)784-2939

Comm. Fax (703)784 2942

DSN 278-2939

 Quantico Marine Corps Band

Attn: Public Affairs

2006 Hawkins Ave

Quantico VA, 22134

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

QUANTICO MARINE CORPS BAND

QUANTICO, VIRGINIA

30-Second Spot (Air Time)

From Quantico, Virginia, the Quantico Marine Corps Band will present a very special (afternoon/evening) of musical entertainment in the (city/town) area on (date). With an authorized strength of one officer and 50 enlisted Marines, the ensemble promised an exciting, versatile concert that the entire family will enjoy. The program will be selected from the Band’s extensive repertoire, to include familiar marches, traditional classics, patriotic favorites, jazz, country, and popular contemporary music. This concert is free and open to the pulic. The performance will take place at (location) on (day/date) and is set to begin at (time). For more information, contact (sponsor).

Comm. No. (703)784-2939

Comm. Fax (703)784 2942

DSN 278-2939

 Quantico Marine Corps Band

Attn: Public Affairs

2006 Hawkins Ave

Quantico VA, 22134

 

 

 

 

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

QUANTICO MARINE CORPS BAND

QUANTICO, VIRGINIA

45-Second Spot (Air Time)

The Quantico Marine Corps Band, currently on tour from Quantico, Virginia, will present a memorable (afternoon/evening) of musical entertainment in the (city/town) area on (date).

Spanning the continental United States, the musicians of this Marine Corps Band entertain audiences at more than 225 performances each year. With an authorized strength of one officer and 50 enlisted marines, the band travels in excess of 50,000 miles annually carrying on a long-standing tradition of excellence and service to both Corps and Country.

The Band promises an exciting program that the entire family is sure to enjoy. Performance numbers may be selected from familiar marches, traditional classics, patriotic favorites, big band sounds, jazz, country, and Top 40 hits.

This concert, sponsored by (sponsor), is free and open to the public. The performance will take place on (day/date) at (location) and is set to begin at (time).

Comm. No. (703)784-2939

Comm. Fax (703)784 2942

DSN 278-2939

 Quantico Marine Corps Band

Attn: Public Affairs

2006 Hawkins Ave

Quantico VA, 22134

 
Contact Information

PUBLIC AFFAIRS

For public affairs information concerning the Band, contact:

Comm. No. (703)784-2939

Comm. Fax (703)784 2942

DSN 278-2939

 Quantico Marine Corps Band

Attn: Public Affairs

2006 Hawkins Ave

Quantico VA, 22134

**Sponsors who desire to send correspondence concerning the Band’s performance may address:

Colonel Daniel J. Choike

Base Commander

Marine Corps Base Quantico

Quantico, VA 22134
Lewis Summer Music Concert Series
The Quantico Marine Corps Concert Band will be perorming in the Lewis Summer Music Concert Series in Lewis, DE.  The concert starts at 7 pm and will run approximatley 90 minutes.


Contact Us
3090 Roan Street
Quantico ,VA 22134
Duty Non-Commissioned Officer:
703-784-2939
Director, Officer in Charge:
703-784-2939
Fax:
703-784-2942

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