ALL KINDS OF MUSIC
ALL OVER THE WORLD

The premier bands have unique missions and highly specialized performing ensembles. They regularly provide musical support for high profile national events, perform for visiting dignitaries and heads of state, and tour nationally to support the nation's interests.
 
Auditions are highly competitive and held only for specific vacancies as they occur. Current Army Musicians are welcome and encouraged to audition for premier band vacancies. Many premier band members began their Army careers in Regional, Army Reserve, or National Guard Bands. Visit their websites for current vacancies and upcoming performances.

The Army has 20 Regional Bands stationed around the country and the world. The mission of each band varies, but they often tour regionally and nationally to perform for the public during parades, concerts and other events. Regional bands also perform military ceremonies and concerts for Soldiers on post and provide educational outreach for their communities.
 
While these bands can perform as a full concert band or as a marching band, they emphasize highly-capable small ensembles to support a wide range of audiences and venues. Ensembles include rock band, brass and woodwind quintets, salsa band, jazz combo, brass band and more. Our international locations provide a unique opportunity for band members to visit other countries, learn new cultures and serve as musical ambassadors.

These bands provide musical support to their local regions, while maintaining a part time schedule. They also provide a musical outlet and great benefits for college students, educators, and other working professionials.
 
Like active duty bands, Army Reserve bands have many ensembles that perform a wide range of styles, including concert band, rock band, brass and woodwind quintets, jazz combo, and more.
 
Typical schedules include one weekend per month for rehearsals and performance, as well as other occasional performance opportunities between scheduled meetings. Two weeks out of every year, you will perform in a concert tour or provide musical support for a military base. You may also have unique opportunities for overseas travel.

With locations in 48 states and 3 U.S. territories, you're likely to find an Army National Guard band nearby. These bands provide musical support to their states, while maintaining a part time schedule. They also provide a musical outlet and great benefits for college students, educators, and other working professionals. Like active duty bands, Army National Guard bands have many ensembles that perform a wide range of styles, including concert band, rock band, brass and woodwind quintets, jazz combo, and more.

Typical schedules include one weekend per month for rehearsals and performance, as well as other occasional performance opportunities between scheduled meetings. Two weeks out of every year, you will perform in a concert tour or provide musical support for a military base. You may also have unique opportunities for overseas travel.