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From The Commander Drinking From the Proverbial "Fire Hose" Lately, I have likened the pace of duty as commander of this remarkable squadron to "drinking from a fire hose." Truly, the pace of musical preparation and production execution is a "fire hose" all its own, while administrative duties seem the equivalent of the falls at Niagara. I'm discovering the art of surging up for air at just the right time so as to not miss the brilliance of the incredible professionals by whom I am surrounded ... and supported. I offer special thanks to Chief Master Sergeant Joe Tersero, my command band manager, who has strengthened and encouraged me without fail! Overseeing 407 performance missions--in the first 100 days of command--before more than 1.7 million U.S. citizens and global audience members taught me fresh respect and admiration for our squadron of 191 dedicated experts. Read more... |
| Concert Band and Singing Sergeants Hit the Road In the month of October, the Concert Band and Singing Sergeants will embark on an 18-day tour through New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware and Maryland. All of the concerts will be free. Tickets are needed. Details about obtaining tickets are posted on our website calendar. The tour, which takes place October 6-23, will present a great variety of patriotic favorites, outstanding soloists, toe-tapping medleys and marvelous transcriptions. The programs will also feature a tribute to our heroic veterans from all of the service branches. We'll see you on the road! Read more... |
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...Of Max Impact By Tech. Sgt. Jonathan McPherson Keyboardist, Max Impact One of the great privileges of performing in Max Impact is that we often have the opportunity to personally meet our audience members before and after a show. Many times I'm asked the question, "What is it like to be in Max Impact?" Trying my best to summarize the answer, I often relate my job to the exciting theme park "hypercoaster," Superman Ride of Steel! So, allow me to buckle you into Max Impact for a minute and take you for a ride, as I highlight some of the things that make up a typical day for us. Read more... |
 Jazz Heritage Series Concert Oct 1 - Washington, D.C. Concert Band and Singing Sergeants On Tour Oct 6 - 23 - New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Pennsylvania and Maryland Chamber Players Series Oct 15, 29 - Alexandria, Virginia |
The USAF Band's Airmen of Note celebrated 60 years with members past and present for a weekend of amazing artistry! The alumni weekend also kicked off the 2010 Jazz Heritage Series which continues on October 1 and November 5. All concerts in the Jazz Heritage Series start at 8 p.m., and are free and open to the public. No tickets are needed. Lisner Auditorium is located at 730 21st Street Northwest, on the campus of George Washington University.
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Holiday Concert Tickets - Get 'em While They Last!
The United States Air Force Band's holiday concert is always one of the hottest tickets in town. The theme of this year's show is "The Best Gift of All." It will feature three groups from the Band - the Concert Band, Singing Sergeants and Ceremonial Brass - as well as several guest performers including ballet dancers, Santa and Mrs. Claus, and the Grinch! The program will highlight a variety of selections that are sure to get you in the holiday spirit!
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USAF Band Welcomes Japanese Wind Orchestra
The United States Air Force Band hosted high school band members from Aichi, Japan, during a Summer Concert Series performance at the Air Force Memorial on Friday, August 27. The Anjo Gakuen High School Wind Orchestra joined the Concert Band, Singing Sergeants and Ceremonial Brass in the special joint concert. The audience included many dignitaries, including Ambassador Ichiro Fujisaki, the Japanese Ambassador to the United States.
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The United States Air Force Band wishes to say thank you and farewell to the
following member:
Senior Master Sgt. Gil Corella, Special Events Manager - Retirement |
The United States Air Force Band is continually working to expand our archives and capture details of the historic music made throughout the years. "Recollections" was designed to enlist your help in this process. If you have any behind-the-scenes stories from these events or memories to share from the featured photographs, please email Band Historian Technical Sgt. Tracey MacDonald at USAFBandHistorian@afncr.af.mil. Thank you and we look forward to hearing from you!
Please click the image below to see it on our website. When there, select "Download Full Image" to view a larger, more detailed picture.
To read newly-discovered background information pertaining to the photos we included in last month's Cadenza, please click here.
