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Operating as usual

12/20/2022
Christmas Fanfare

Happy Holidays from the U.S. Army School of Music and the Joint-Service Trombone Ensemble!

“Christmas Fanfare” by Musician 1st Class Brian Sadler, featuring:

MU 1 Brian Sadler, Naval School of Music Arranging Instructor
Sgt. 1st Class Tony Tellez, USASOM Officer Course NCOIC
Staff Sgt. Nick Tolman, USASOM Supply NCOIC
Staff Sgt. Erich Woolley, Marine Detachment, Naval School of Music
Staff Sgt. Brianna Williams, USASOM Euphonium Instructor
Spc. Alberto Marquez-Sensebe, USASOM Advanced Individual Training Student, MCoE Band
Master Sgt. Steve Coonley, USASOM Training Department NCOIC
Staff Sgt. Jacob Carlisle, USASOM Trombone Instructor

Video by Staff Sgt. Nick Tolman
Audio by Sgt. Alan Scmiedl

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The Naval School of Music recently hosted a workshop with renowned conductor and George Mason University faculty, Profes...
12/15/2022

The Naval School of Music recently hosted a workshop with renowned conductor and George Mason University faculty, Professor Anthony Maiello.

Prof. Maiello spent two days sharing his extensive knowledge with Marine, Navy, and Army conductors who honed their skills in front of a rare ensemble - a joint forces concert band.

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A beautiful sunrise on Joint Expeditionary Base–Little Creek certainly helps with .
12/12/2022

A beautiful sunrise on Joint Expeditionary Base–Little Creek certainly helps with .

Army Bands Conductor Vacancies: From the steps of the White House to the parade fields of Fort Bragg and beyond the roll...
12/07/2022

Army Bands Conductor Vacancies:

From the steps of the White House to the parade fields of Fort Bragg and beyond the rolling green lands of Germany, Army band officers lead, inspire, and serve as musical ambassadors for the Army. As a band officer you will serve in a variety of positions, allowing you to develop your skills as a leader, musician, and military officer.

For additional information visit: The U.S. Army Band "Pershing's Own" | Conducting

https://www.usarmyband.com/conducting

There was no shortage of expression in last week’s Noncomissioned Officer Academy (NCOA) Music Performance Team (MPT) mi...
12/04/2022

There was no shortage of expression in last week’s Noncomissioned Officer Academy (NCOA) Music Performance Team (MPT) mission scenarios.

At the NCOA, students prepare performances for scenarios like educational conferences, recruiting events, or community outreach.

(U.S. Army photos by Staff Sgt. Brianna Williams)


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11/30/2022

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11/30/2022

We recognize and honor the contributions and service of Native Americans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States.


Congratulations to Chief Warrant Officer 2 Michael J. Becker, Commander of the 4th Infantry Division Band, on his gradua...
11/28/2022

Congratulations to Chief Warrant Officer 2 Michael J. Becker, Commander of the 4th Infantry Division Band, on his graduation from the Warrant Officer Advanced Course.

Happy Thanksgiving from our Army family to yours!
11/24/2022

Happy Thanksgiving from our Army family to yours!

Happy Thanksgiving! Today and everyday we are thankful for our Army family.

However you celebrate, do it with a grateful heart 🧡


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Introducing the newest  Soldiers, the graduates of Advanced Individual Training Class 22-004!
11/18/2022

Introducing the newest Soldiers, the graduates of Advanced Individual Training Class 22-004!

Two members of the  team successfully completed the Master Leader Course today. Congratulations to Flute Instructor Sgt....
11/16/2022

Two members of the team successfully completed the Master Leader Course today.

Congratulations to Flute Instructor Sgt. 1st Class Craig Leake and NCOA Small Group Leader Sgt. 1st Class Kristin Chandler!

11/11/2022

Today we honor all who have served.

11/08/2022

The Army Quality Assurance Program (AQAP) conducts Army accreditations to ensure Army Enterprise Accreditation Standards are met at all Army learning institutions.

Congratulations to Chief of Faculty and Staff Development, Master Sgt. Adam Muller, on achieving the level of Senior Quality Assurance Evaluator!

Last week, the Soldiers of AIT Class 22-004 performed for their peers during the Music Performance Team (MPT) assessment...
11/07/2022

Last week, the Soldiers of AIT Class 22-004 performed for their peers during the Music Performance Team (MPT) assessment.

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Happy Birthday to the march king, John Philip Sousa!
11/06/2022

Happy Birthday to the march king, John Philip Sousa!

Happy Birthday to Lt. Cmdr. John Philip Sousa! Many associate Sousa with the "The President's Own" United States Marine Band, however, he later served in America's Navy Reserve and reached his highest rank, lieutenant commander, as a naval officer.

Our faculty and staff seek out opportunities to perform and showcase their talents as subject matter experts. Before a f...
11/02/2022

Our faculty and staff seek out opportunities to perform and showcase their talents as subject matter experts.

Before a formation yesterday, the Jazz Combo surprised the rest of the staff with an impromptu performance.

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One year ago, Advanced Individual Training (AIT) Class 21-004 spent a week at U.S. Army Fort Lee for the Culminating Tra...
10/28/2022



One year ago, Advanced Individual Training (AIT) Class 21-004 spent a week at U.S. Army Fort Lee for the Culminating Training Event (CTE).

AIT Class 21-004, where are you now?

 are strengthening ties with the community, both at home and abroad. 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) Band
10/23/2022

are strengthening ties with the community, both at home and abroad.

101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) Band

They’re back! The Advanced Individual Training Soldiers are back at Joint Expeditionary Base–Little Creek after spending...
10/20/2022

They’re back!

The Advanced Individual Training Soldiers are back at Joint Expeditionary Base–Little Creek after spending the beginning of the week in the field at U.S. Army Fort Lee.

Stay tuned for more photos from their field training exercise!

(U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Devin Thomas)

The  Soldier of the Year award is designed to select a representative Soldier, Junior NCO, and Senior NCO from each of t...
10/16/2022

The Soldier of the Year award is designed to select a representative Soldier, Junior NCO, and Senior NCO from each of the National Guard, U.S. Army Reserve, and Active Duty Army Bands.

Each representative is rated competitively against their peers on the basis of physical fitness, weapons qualifications, and music proficiency.

The winners for 2022 -

RESERVE COMPONENT

Junior NCO of the Year
Staff Sgt. Nicholas Boland, The 191st Army Band, "Band of the Wild West"
Runner-Up
Sgt. Andrew Tucker, 100th Army Band

Soldier of the Year
Spc. Mawupedzro Tepka, 191st Army Band
Runner-Up
Spc. William Esterling, 287th Delaware's Own Army Band

ACTIVE COMPONENT

Senior NCO of the Year
Sgt. 1st Class Danielle Lomonof, U.S. Army Europe and Africa Band & Chorus
Runner-Up
Sgt. 1st Class William Flitter, TRADOC Band

Junior NCO of the Year
Staff Sgt. Charles Moncayo, U.S. Army School of Music
Runner-Up
Staff Sgt. Mark Hsieh, 4th Infantry Division Band

Soldier of the Year
Spc. Bridget Olenik, 399th Army Band
Runner-Up
Spc. Aaron Erlandson, 4th Infantry Division Band

Congratulations!

It’s  and the  staff are jumping with joy before taking their very first record Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT). The ACF...
10/14/2022

It’s and the staff are jumping with joy before taking their very first record Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT).

The ACFT was first introduced in 2020 to replace the Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT).

As of October 1st, the new ACFT is officially the test of record for Active Duty .

Distinguished guests often visit , including senior leaders from U.S. Army Combined Arms Support Command, U.S. Army Sold...
10/12/2022

Distinguished guests often visit , including senior leaders from U.S. Army Combined Arms Support Command, U.S. Army Soldier Support Institute, and U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command.

Last week, an extraordinary guest stopped by for a visit.

Sgt. 1st Class (Ret.) James A. Goode, a veteran tuba and saxophone player, took a spontaneous trip to Joint Expeditionary Base–Little Creek.

SFC Goode was treated to a personal tour of the school by Command Sgt. Major Terrina Anderson and had the chance to share wisdom and stories with Advanced Individual Training and Advanced Leader Course students.

Thank you for your service, SFC Goode!

Not one, not two, but three promotions to celebrate this week at ! Congratulations to the following Soldiers:Sgt. Janae ...
10/08/2022

Not one, not two, but three promotions to celebrate this week at !

Congratulations to the following Soldiers:

Sgt. Janae Montes
Staff Sgt. John Skillman
Sgt. 1st Class Peter Allison

Well done!

(U.S. Army photos by Sgt. Greg Hardy)

Please help us congratulate the newest graduates of the  NCO Academy - Advanced Leader Course Class 22-004/5!Class 22-00...
10/05/2022

Please help us congratulate the newest graduates of the NCO Academy - Advanced Leader Course Class 22-004/5!

Class 22-004:
Distinguished Honor Graduate: Sgt. Mikayla Bertelsen, 395th Army Band, Mustang, OK

Commandant’s List: Sgt. Terry Sleister, 129th Army Band, Nashville, TN

Distinguished Leadership Award: Sgt. Tyler G. Huntington, 106th Army Band, North Little Rock, AR

Class 22-005:
Distinguished Leadership Award: Staff Sgt. Rayanna L. Boewe, 39th Army Band, Manchester, NH

Peer Mentor Award: Sgt. David J. Herzog, 111th Army Band, Pearl City, HI


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More than 5,000 National Guardsmen, including  Soldiers, are helping communities devastated by Hurricane Ian.
10/02/2022

More than 5,000 National Guardsmen, including Soldiers, are helping communities devastated by Hurricane Ian.

09/30/2022

After their first Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) at , these Soldiers are running straight to the weekend!



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At  Advanced Individual Training (AIT), Soldiers must successfully pass the Army Musician Proficiency Assessment (AMPA) ...
09/26/2022

At Advanced Individual Training (AIT), Soldiers must successfully pass the Army Musician Proficiency Assessment (AMPA) in order to graduate from the course.

Congratulations to the following Soldiers from AIT Class 22-004 for earning the highest scores in each branch on their incoming AMPA:

Brass
Spc. Jack Lorens, Euphonium, 82nd Airborne Division Band

Woodwind (tied)
Spc. Nathaniel Penven, Saxophone, 249th Army Band
Spc. Jonathan Steltzer, Saxophone, 3rd Infantry Division Band

Rhythm
Spc. Wataru Niimori, Piano, 300th Army Band


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Music Performance Teams (MPTs) demand the highest level of leadership and technical ability to accomplish the mission of...
09/22/2022

Music Performance Teams (MPTs) demand the highest level of leadership and technical ability to accomplish the mission of - connecting Soldiers with their audience.

The Soldiers of Advanced Leader Course Class 22-004 did an excellent job of connecting with their audience during their final MPT performances at !

(U.S. Army photos by Staff Sgt. Brianna Williams)

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What a beautiful tribute to our beloved friend and colleague, Master Sergeant Charles Gunter.
09/19/2022

What a beautiful tribute to our beloved friend and colleague, Master Sergeant Charles Gunter.

This week,  Operations NCOIC Sgt. 1st Class Jeffery Taylor had the chance to rock out with the Army Musical Outreach ban...
09/16/2022

This week, Operations NCOIC Sgt. 1st Class Jeffery Taylor had the chance to rock out with the Army Musical Outreach band, As You Were.

As You Were supports the U.S. Army and US Army Recruiting Command (USAREC) by touring the country more than 150 days a year, building awareness of career opportunities in the Army - including careers in the !

(U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Huffman)

With a patent submitted on September 12, 1835, the bass voice of  is 187 years old today. Happy birthday, tuba! (U.S. Ar...
09/13/2022

With a patent submitted on September 12, 1835, the bass voice of is 187 years old today.

Happy birthday, tuba!

(U.S. Army photos by Staff Sgt. Brianna Williams)

Advanced Individual Training (AIT) Class 22-004,  is waiting for you! Get ready for 10 weeks of:- Ceremonial Band- Conce...
09/10/2022

Advanced Individual Training (AIT) Class 22-004, is waiting for you!

Get ready for 10 weeks of:

- Ceremonial Band
- Concert Band
- Music Performance Teams
- Ear Training
- Improvisation
- Music Theory
- Masterclasses
- Performances
- Private Lessons

But wait, there’s more!

- Physical Training (PT)
- Ruck Marches
- Warrior Tasks and Battle Drills
- Field Training Exercises (FTX)
- Army Combat Fitness Tests (ACFT)

Are YOU ready?!


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Attention families of AIT Class 22-004: Please follow the reporting instructions listed on your Soldier’s orders. Soldie...
09/09/2022

Attention families of AIT Class 22-004:

Please follow the reporting instructions listed on your Soldier’s orders.

Soldiers will have on-post privileges Saturday and Sunday morning, but Soldiers arriving via POV must report by the time listed on their orders.

Congratulations to 1st Lt. Bonnie Alger and 1st Lt. Curran Schenck on their graduation from the  Captains Career Course ...
09/08/2022

Congratulations to 1st Lt. Bonnie Alger and 1st Lt. Curran Schenck on their graduation from the Captains Career Course last week!

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09/05/2022

Happy ! Today we celebrate America's hardworking service members and civilians working together to grow our Nation. 🇺🇸


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Spc. Jeremiah Parker was a leader of his  Advanced Individual Training class in 2020. Now, he’s leading his classmates a...
09/04/2022

Spc. Jeremiah Parker was a leader of his Advanced Individual Training class in 2020.

Now, he’s leading his classmates at The University of Southern Mississippi as the Drum Major of The Pride of Mississippi Marching Band and performing with the 41st Army Band!




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