United States Navy Band
Official musical organization of the US Navy / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The United States Navy Band, based at the Washington Navy Yard in Washington, D.C., has served as the official musical organization of the U.S. Navy since 1925. The U.S. Navy Band serves the ceremonial needs at the seat of U.S. government, performing at presidential inaugurations, state arrival ceremonies, state funerals, state dinners, and other significant events.
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Founded | 1925; 99 years ago (1925) |
Country | United States |
Branch | United States Navy |
Garrison/HQ | Washington Navy Yard |
Nickname(s) | "The World's Finest" |
March | "Anchors Aweigh" |
Anniversaries | 4 March 1925 |
Decorations | 6 Meritorious Unit Commendations |
Website | navyband.navy.mil |
Commanders | |
Commanding Officer/Leader | Cmdr. Robert Coats |
Executive Officer | Lt. Cmdr. Kelly Cartwright |
Senior Enlisted Advisor | MUCM James Armstrong III |
Concert/Ceremonial Department Head | Lt. J.G. David Drescher |
Specialty Groups Department Head | Lt. J.G. Antonio Garcia |
Staff Department Head | Ensign Kyle Beltram |
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The band performs a broad range of music, including ceremonial ruffles and flourishes, classical, rock, jazz, and country.