This section outlines each service's specific ensembles, their mission statements, and links to websites for more information. 

U.S. Army Bands

THe U.S. Army Band "Pershing's Own"

The United States Army Band “Pershing’s Own” provides musical support in Washington D.C. for all branches of government, and to a wide spectrum of national and international events in support of Soldiers and their Families, public diplomacy, community and international relations, recruiting initiatives, and music education programs.

 U.S. Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps

The musicians of this unit recall the days of the American Revolution as they perform in uniforms patterned after those worn by the musicians of General George Washington's Continental Army. The 69-member Corps uses 10-hole fifes, handmade rope-tensioned drums and single-valve bugles, that bring to life the exciting sounds of the continental army. While traveling, the marching strength of the unit is normally 22 musicians and support personnel.

The U.S. Army Field Band

To serve and inspire the American people by telling the Army story and honoring our soldiers and veterans at home and abroad as The Musical Ambassadors of the Army. The Concert Band has participated in numerous presidential inaugural parades and supported many diplomatic missions overseas. This elite 65-member instrumental ensemble, founded in 1946, has performed in all 50 states and 25 foreign countries for audiences totaling more than 100 million.

The U.S. Military Academy at West Point

The West Point Band is the Army’s oldest musical organization and continues to provide world-class music to educate, train, and inspire the Corps of Cadets and to serve as ambassadors. 

U.S. Army Regional Bands

Army Bands provide music throughout the spectrum of military operations to instill in our soldiers the will to fight and win, foster the support of our citizens, and promote our national interests at home and abroad.

U.S. Navy Bands

U.S. NAVY BAND

Through ceremonies, national and regional tours, public concerts, and recordings, the U.S. Navy Band inspires patriotism, elevates esprit de corps, enhances Navy awareness and public relations, supports recruiting and retention efforts, preserves the Nation’s musical heritage, and projects a positive image at home and abroad. 

U.S. NAVAL ACADEMY BAND

The primary mission of the Naval Academy Band is to provide musical support for the Brigade of Midshipmen, and for official functions of the United States Naval Academy. Additionally, the band represents the Department of the Navy in a musical capacity, promoting community relations and enhancing the Navy's image.

U.S. Navy Fleet Bands

There are 11 official U.S. Navy bands to include nine active-duty fleet bands and two preferentially staffed bands, all featuring professional musicians from around the nation. Each band operates within its own geographic area of responsibility, representing America’s Navy around the world.

U.S. Air Force Bands

U.S. Air Force Band

Through world-class musical presentations and ceremonies, The U.S. Air Force Band helps create bonds between the United States and the worldwide community. Using music to bridge language, cultural, societal and socio-economic differences, the Band's performances advance international relationships and inspire positive and long-lasting impressions of the U.S. Air Force and the United States of America.

U.S. Air Force Band Regional Bands

Air Force bands sustain morale, render ceremonial honors, and build relationships with domestic and international communities, all through the power of music.

U.S. Marine Corps Bands

"President's Own" U.S. Marine Band

“The President’s Own” United States Marine Band’s mission is to perform for the President of the United States and the Commandant of the Marine Corps. Founded in 1798 by an Act of Congress, the Marine Band is America’s oldest continuously active professional musical organization. Today, “The President’s Own” is celebrated for its role at the White House and its dynamic public performances, which total more than 500 annually.

"The Commandant's Own"

 Marine Drum & Bugle Corps

Mission: To provide music and ceremony for the Commandant of the Marine Corps and the Commanding Officer, Marine Barracks Washington, DC. Although this group is in “premier” status in that it is a permanent duty station, new members are not given the automatic rank of E-6 and Marine Corps Basic Combat Training is required (unlike “The President’s Own”)

U.S. Marine Regional Bands

The Musician Enlistment Option Program offers musicians the opportunity to bring their talents to bear in service of their country, to travel while performing domestically and internationally, to earn a free college education, and most importantly to earn the title United States Marine.

U.S. Coast Guard Band

U.S. Coast Guard Band

The United States Coast Guard Band is the premier band representing the United States Coast Guard and the Department of Homeland Security. Based at the US Coast Guard Academy in New London, Connecticut, the Coast Guard Band 

The Coast Guard Band preserves and honors the heritage, traditions and history of our nation and the Coast Guard. They perform for official functions, enhance pride within our service, and support Coast Guard recruiting activities.