The U.S. Army Band “Pershing’s Own"
The United States Army Band "Pershing's Own" provides musical support for the leadership of the United States, to include all branches of government, and to a wide spectrum of national and international events in order to connect the Army to the American people.
Serving the White House through Music
Historically used as strategic diplomatic tools, the Army Band’s small ensembles have been called upon by high-ranking military and political leaders to help them strengthen relationships with foreign interests at home and abroad. Ensembles can vary in size depending on available performance space. Groups have entertained guests and foreign counterparts and add dynamic flair to special events at the White House, gatherings Naval Observatory, and intimate settings at Camp David.
Combinations of instrumentalists and vocalists can be creatively combined to perform favorite music from various genres—from classical to country, baroque to Broadway, pop/rock to patriotic, big band and jazz. Musicians carefully curate programs that compliment a specific event and tailor them to honor special guests and foreign counterparts. A special feature that can be added to any ensemble's program, vocalists from the Army Chorus can sing in the native language of any visiting delegation.
The U.S. Army Chorus
Vocal music
The U.S. Army Chorus
Vocal music
In 1956, The U.S. Army Chorus was established as the vocal counterpart of The United States Army Band “Pershing’s Own.” Consistently throughout its history The U.S. Army Chorus has maintained a reputation of musical excellence in support of senior government and military leadership as well as inspirational engagement with the American people.
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The U.S. Army Strings
Exclusive Musical Arrangements
The U.S. Army Strings
Exclusive Musical Arrangements
The U.S. Army Strings provides a musical backdrop for many of the country’s most notable events. Their mission is to serve as musical ambassadors for high-level military and government events at home and abroad, as well as in concert for public audiences. Since its inception during the Eisenhower administration, the ensemble has provided musical entertainment at the White House for every president. It offers audiences the unique perspective of being within the ensemble as Soldiers elegantly move about the venue playing their instruments.
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The U.S. Army Blues
Big Band, Jazz, Swing
The U.S. Army Blues
Big Band, Jazz, Swing
The U.S. Army Blues, part of the United States Army Band “Pershing’s Own,” is the premier jazz ensemble of the US Army. After informal beginnings in 1970, this 18-piece ensemble became an official element of the Army Band in 1972. The Army Blues strive to fulfill their mission through public concerts, educational outreach, and the preservation of the tradition of America’s unique art form: jazz.
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Downrange
Popular, Rock, Country
Downrange
Popular, Rock, Country
Downrange supports the men and women of the Armed Services through popular music while reaching all audiences, young and old, with their continuously up-to-date repertoire of rock, pop, country, R&B, and inspirational signature patriotic arrangements that are popular with all listeners.
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Country Roads
Bluegrass, Country, Folk
Country Roads
Bluegrass, Country, Folk
Country Roads is a small, stand-out ensemble comprised of instrumentalists and vocalists from across the Army Band. Together they connect audiences of all ages and walks of life to the heartland of America with traditional bluegrass, folk, and Irish music.
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Brass Quintet
Classical, Patriotic
Brass Quintet
Classical, Patriotic
Since its inception in 1972, The U.S. Army Brass Quintet has gained a reputation as one of the most highly respected and sought-after groups of its kind. The ensemble has performed for audiences and dignitaries all over the world—inside the Capitol Rotunda for presidents laying in state, the opening of the Cuban embassy, and special monumental unveilings and dedications.
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Woodwind Quintet
Classical, Patriotic
Woodwind Quintet
Classical, Patriotic
Founded in 1996, The U.S. Army Band Woodwind Quintet is one of the Army’s premier chamber ensembles. An element of The United States Army Band “Pershing’s Own,” the quintet is frequently called upon in support of high-level military and civilian events at the White House, the U.S. Capitol, the Pentagon, and other locations around Washington, DC.
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The Herald Trumpets
Ceremonial Fanfares
The Herald Trumpets
Ceremonial Fanfares
Often seen positioned on the Truman Balcony of the White House, The U.S. Army Herald Trumpets serves as the Official Fanfare Ensemble to the President of the United States. Officially founded in 1959, the group was formed to add splendor to official military ceremonies and were patterned after traditional British fanfare trumpet ensembles.
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The U.S. Army Concert Band
Classical, Broadway, Patriotic
The U.S. Army Concert Band
Classical, Broadway, Patriotic
The U.S. Army Concert Band has performed in concert venues such as Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, and Hollywood Bowl. The ensemble participates in ongoing educational outreach, and often appears at national and international music events.
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Protocol Music
Background Music
Protocol Music
Background Music
Any combination of musicians can be assembled to enhance social gatherings to include, but not limited to:
· Jazz Combo (piano, drums, double bass)
· Harp (can be combined with other instruments)
· Guitar
· Piano
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Summary of Capabilities
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