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.