NATIONAL STARS AND STRIPES DAY | "The Stars and Stripes Forever" Day is observed on the anniversary of the first public performance of "The Stars and Stripes Forever," and is thus dedicated to the march. The march was first performed on May 14, 1897, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on the occasion of the unveiling of a statue of George Washington. The Stars and Stripes Forever is a song by American composer John Philip Sousa and is considered a quintessential example of the composer's music. Sous

The United States Air Force Band's Ceremonial Brass Quintet is headed out for a tour across Michigan and Ohio! These concerts are FREE and open to the public, with NO TICKET required! The Ceremonial Brass is a distinguished ensemble within The United States Air Force Band whose mission is to honor those who have served, inspire Americans to a heightened sense of patriotism, and foster global and community engagement on behalf of the Air Force and the United States of America. Again, these perfor

MOVING TRIBUTE: Technical Sgt. Jason Covey with The United States Air Force Band honored fallen service members this Memorial Day by playing Taps in Culpeper National Cemetery. "To those who have given the last full measure of devotion, we honor your service, pay tribute to your lives, and thank you for your selfless sacrifice." 🇺🇸 STORY: https://bit.ly/2A4jejK | FOX 13 News - Tampa Bay

HOLIDAY CONCERT | Join The United States Air Force Band's Concert Band and Singing Sergeants this holiday season at DAR Constitution Hall on December 14-15 for our annual "Season of Hope" Holiday Concert! This festive evening will feature timeless holiday classics, stunning performances, and heartwarming moments to remember. Bring your family and friends and join us in celebrating the joy and hope of the season! Grab your tickets today for our "Season of Hope" Holiday Concert HERE: https://usafb

ON THIS DAY | In early spring of 2022, the GRAMMY award-winning composer Eric Whitacre joined the The United States Air Force Band and the Air Force Strings at the Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center as a part of our Guest Artist Series. The piece was originally composed for the 60th birthday concert of cellist Julian Lloyd Webber, who premiered it on April 14th, 2011 at the Royal Festival Hall in London. According to Whitacre, his inspiration for the piece came from his daily str

GOOSEBUMPS: The United States Air Force Band has released a recording of TAPS in honor of the brave men and women who gave it all for this country. We honor them this Memorial Day and thank them and their families for the ultimate sacrifice. | LOCAL 12, WKRC-TV

A MERRY LITTLE CHRISTMAS | The United States Air Force Band invites you to "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" at DAR Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C.! Join us THIS Friday December 12th at 7:30 P.M. to ring in the holidays with your favorite hits and beloved classics. The more, the merrier! Tell your family and friends that admission is free and tickets are going fast - click here to get yours! 👉 https://bit.ly/3Q3HUNe #USAFBand #HonorInspireConnect #SeasonofHope #LiveMusic #MerryChri