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U.S. Marines with the 2d Marine Division Band perform during the 2d MARDIV Seven Ton Caroling on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Dec. 17, 2024. The 2d MARDIV Band performed throughout Tarawa Terrace Neighborhood Base Housing for Marines and families to celebrate the holiday season. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alexandria Serrano)

U.S. Marines with the 2d Marine Division Band perform during the 2d MARDIV Seven Ton Caroling on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Dec. 17, 2024. The 2d MARDIV Band performed throughout Tarawa Terrace Neighborhood Base Housing for Marines and families to celebrate the holiday season. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alexandria Serrano)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Alexandria Serrano

U.S. Marines with the 2nd Marine Division Brass Band perform during a community relations event at Liberty State Park in Jersey City, New Jersey for Fleet Week New York, May 25, 2025. This year, America’s warfighting Navy and Marine Corps celebrate 250 years of protecting American prosperity and freedom. Fleet Week New York 2025 honors the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard’s enduring role on, under, and above the seas. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Public Affairs Specialist 2nd Class Tyler Robertson)

U.S. Marines with the 2nd Marine Division Brass Band perform during a community relations event at Liberty State Park in Jersey City, New Jersey for Fleet Week New York, May 25, 2025. This year, America’s warfighting Navy and Marine Corps celebrate 250 years of protecting American prosperity and freedom. Fleet Week New York 2025 honors the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard’s enduring role on, under, and above the seas. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Public Affairs Specialist 2nd Class Tyler Robertson)

Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Tyler Ro

U.S. Marines with the 2nd Marine Division Band perform prior to a Memorial Day ceremony at the Soldiers and Sailors Monument during Fleet Week New York, May 26, 2025. America’s warfighting Navy and Marine Corps celebrate 250 years of protecting American prosperity and freedom. Fleet Week New York 2025 honors the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard’s enduring role on, under, and above the seas. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Gavin Umboh)

U.S. Marines with the 2nd Marine Division Band perform prior to a Memorial Day ceremony at the Soldiers and Sailors Monument during Fleet Week New York, May 26, 2025. America’s warfighting Navy and Marine Corps celebrate 250 years of protecting American prosperity and freedom. Fleet Week New York 2025 honors the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard’s enduring role on, under, and above the seas. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Gavin Umboh)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Gavin Umboh

U.S. Marines with the 1st Marine Division Band march during a ceremony at the Aisne-Marne American Cemetery, France, May 25, 2025. The Aisne-Marne American memorial ceremony was held in commemoration of the 107th anniversary of the battle of Belleau Wood, conducted to honor the legacy of service members who gave their lives in defense of the United States and European allies.

U.S. Marines with the 1st Marine Division Band march during a ceremony at the Aisne-Marne American Cemetery, France, May 25, 2025. The Aisne-Marne American memorial ceremony was held in commemoration of the 107th anniversary of the battle of Belleau Wood, conducted to honor the legacy of service members who gave their lives in defense of the United States and European allies.

Photo by 1st Marine Division Band

U.S. Marines with Marine Band San Diego, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Western Recruiting Region perform during a change of command ceremony at MCRD San Diego, California, May 15, 2025. During the ceremony, Brig. Gen. James A. Ryans II relinquished command of MCRD San Diego and the Western Recruiting Region to Brig. Gen. David C. Hyman, the oncoming commanding general, symbolizing the transfer of authority, responsibility and accountability of the Marines and Sailors under his charge. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Sarah M. Grawcock)

U.S. Marines with Marine Band San Diego, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Western Recruiting Region perform during a change of command ceremony at MCRD San Diego, California, May 15, 2025. During the ceremony, Brig. Gen. James A. Ryans II relinquished command of MCRD San Diego and the Western Recruiting Region to Brig. Gen. David C. Hyman, the oncoming commanding general, symbolizing the transfer of authority, responsibility and accountability of the Marines and Sailors under his charge. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Sarah M. Grawcock)

Photo by Cpl. Sarah Grawcock

U.S. Marines with Marine Band San Diego, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Western Recruiting Region perform prior to the San Diego Legion rugby team’s military appreciation game at Torero Stadium in San Diego, California, May 4, 2025. U.S. Marines from MCRD San Diego were invited to the San Diego Legion rugby team’s military appreciation game to honor and show appreciation for the nation’s active-duty service members and veterans. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez)

U.S. Marines with Marine Band San Diego, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Western Recruiting Region perform prior to the San Diego Legion rugby team’s military appreciation game at Torero Stadium in San Diego, California, May 4, 2025. U.S. Marines from MCRD San Diego were invited to the San Diego Legion rugby team’s military appreciation game to honor and show appreciation for the nation’s active-duty service members and veterans. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Janell B. Alvarez)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Janell Alvarez

U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Wesley O. Hayes, the drum major of Marine Band San Diego, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Western Recruiting Region salutes during a change of command ceremony at MCRD San Diego, California, May 15, 2025. During the ceremony, Brig. Gen. James A. Ryans II relinquished command of MCRD San Diego and the Western Recruiting Region to Brig. Gen. David C. Hyman, the oncoming commanding general, symbolizing the transfer of authority, responsibility and accountability of the Marines and Sailors under his charge. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Sarah M. Grawcock)

U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Wesley O. Hayes, the drum major of Marine Band San Diego, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Western Recruiting Region salutes during a change of command ceremony at MCRD San Diego, California, May 15, 2025. During the ceremony, Brig. Gen. James A. Ryans II relinquished command of MCRD San Diego and the Western Recruiting Region to Brig. Gen. David C. Hyman, the oncoming commanding general, symbolizing the transfer of authority, responsibility and accountability of the Marines and Sailors under his charge. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Sarah M. Grawcock)

Photo by Cpl. Sarah Grawcock

U.S. Marines with 2d Marine Division Band perform for students at Tarawa Terrace Elementary School, during a Month of the Military Child celebration on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 4, 2025. The Month of the Military Child is celebrated annually in April, recognizing military children for the daily sacrifices and challenges they overcome. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Daysia McCree)

U.S. Marines with 2d Marine Division Band perform for students at Tarawa Terrace Elementary School, during a Month of the Military Child celebration on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 4, 2025. The Month of the Military Child is celebrated annually in April, recognizing military children for the daily sacrifices and challenges they overcome. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Daysia McCree)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Daysia McCree

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Darren Vicente, a tuba instrumentalist with the 2d Marine Division Band, performs during the 2d MARDIV Commanding General's Holiday Concert on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Dec. 7, 2024. The 2d MARDIV Band performed a selection of holiday songs to give back to Marines, Sailors and their families. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Hunter J. Kuester)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Darren Vicente, a tuba instrumentalist with the 2d Marine Division Band, performs during the 2d MARDIV Commanding General's Holiday Concert on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Dec. 7, 2024. The 2d MARDIV Band performed a selection of holiday songs to give back to Marines, Sailors and their families. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Hunter J. Kuester)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Hunter Kuester

U.S. Marines with the 2d Marine Division Band and Norwegian service members with the Norwegian Army’s Band His Majesty the King’s Guard perform the song “The Stars and Stripes Forever” by John Philip Sousa during a concert on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 30, 2025. His Majesty the King’s Guard 3 Company serves as Norway’s official military band and drill team, combining precision, tradition, and musical excellence in support of both national defense and international military diplomacy. The purpose of the visit is to develop a stronger relationship between II Marine Expeditionary Force and the Norwegian Army as part of ongoing partnership efforts between the Norwegian Army and II MEF. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Judith Ann Lazaro)

U.S. Marines with the 2d Marine Division Band and Norwegian service members with the Norwegian Army’s Band His Majesty the King’s Guard perform the song “The Stars and Stripes Forever” by John Philip Sousa during a concert on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 30, 2025. His Majesty the King’s Guard 3 Company serves as Norway’s official military band and drill team, combining precision, tradition, and musical excellence in support of both national defense and international military diplomacy. The purpose of the visit is to develop a stronger relationship between II Marine Expeditionary Force and the Norwegian Army as part of ongoing partnership efforts between the Norwegian Army and II MEF. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Judith Ann Lazaro)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Judith Ann Lazaro

(Photo Illustration, cropped to site header size) U.S. Marines with the Quantico Marine Band perform at the Scope Arena, Norfolk,Virginia, April 24, 2025. The Virginia Arts Festival hosts the 28th Virginia International Tattoo Festival. The theme of this year’s tattoo is a celebration of the 250th anniversary years of the Army, Navy, and Marine Corps. The event assembled international military bands, drill teams, and cultural groups from diverse parts of the world to honor unity, service, and traditional values. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Harleigh Faulk)

(Photo Illustration, cropped to site header size) U.S. Marines with the Quantico Marine Band perform at the Scope Arena, Norfolk,Virginia, April 24, 2025. The Virginia Arts Festival hosts the 28th Virginia International Tattoo Festival. The theme of this year’s tattoo is a celebration of the 250th anniversary years of the Army, Navy, and Marine Corps. The event assembled international military bands, drill teams, and cultural groups from diverse parts of the world to honor unity, service, and traditional values. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Harleigh Faulk)

Photo by GySgt Brandon Johnson

U.S. Marines with the Quantico Marine Band perform at the Scope Arena, Norfolk,Virginia, April 24, 2025. The Virginia Arts Festival hosts the 28th Virginia International Tattoo Festival. The theme of this year’s tattoo is a celebration of the 250th anniversary years of the Army, Navy, and Marine Corps. The event assembled international military bands, drill teams, and cultural groups from diverse parts of the world to honor unity, service, and traditional values. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Harleigh Faulk)

U.S. Marines with the Quantico Marine Band perform at the Scope Arena, Norfolk,Virginia, April 24, 2025. The Virginia Arts Festival hosts the 28th Virginia International Tattoo Festival. The theme of this year’s tattoo is a celebration of the 250th anniversary years of the Army, Navy, and Marine Corps. The event assembled international military bands, drill teams, and cultural groups from diverse parts of the world to honor unity, service, and traditional values. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Harleigh Faulk)

Photo by LCpl Harleigh Faulk

U.S. Marines with the Quantico Marine Band perform at the Scope Arena, Norfolk,Virginia, April 24, 2025. The Virginia Arts Festival hosts the 28th Virginia International Tattoo Festival. The theme of this year’s tattoo is a celebration of the 250th anniversary years of the Army, Navy, and Marine Corps. The event assembled international military bands, drill teams, and cultural groups from diverse parts of the world to honor unity, service, and traditional values. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Harleigh Faulk)

U.S. Marines with the Quantico Marine Band perform at the Scope Arena, Norfolk,Virginia, April 24, 2025. The Virginia Arts Festival hosts the 28th Virginia International Tattoo Festival. The theme of this year’s tattoo is a celebration of the 250th anniversary years of the Army, Navy, and Marine Corps. The event assembled international military bands, drill teams, and cultural groups from diverse parts of the world to honor unity, service, and traditional values. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Harleigh Faulk)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Harleigh Faulk

U.S. Marine musicians assigned to the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) Band perform at St. Georges d'Espéranche, France, from Nov. 22-24, 2024. The 2nd MAW Band traveled from Cherry Point, North Carolina, to St. Georges d'Espéranche to perform two concerts for local school children, two large concerts for the public and to participate in a ceremony commemorating the 80th anniversary of the liberation of France during WWII. The concerts and ceremony showcased the long-standing relationship between the people of the United States and France and reinforced that music is a universal language understood by all. Together, the United States and our indispensable allies continue to demonstrate the strength of alliance and dedicated resolve borne out of World War II and forged over eight decades of combat-credible deterrence and defense. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Donato Maffin)

U.S. Marine musicians assigned to the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) Band perform at St. Georges d'Espéranche, France, from Nov. 22-24, 2024. The 2nd MAW Band traveled from Cherry Point, North Carolina, to St. Georges d'Espéranche to perform two concerts for local school children, two large concerts for the public and to participate in a ceremony commemorating the 80th anniversary of the liberation of France during WWII. The concerts and ceremony showcased the long-standing relationship between the people of the United States and France and reinforced that music is a universal language understood by all. Together, the United States and our indispensable allies continue to demonstrate the strength of alliance and dedicated resolve borne out of World War II and forged over eight decades of combat-credible deterrence and defense. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Donato Maffin)

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Donato Maffin

U.S. Marine musicians assigned to the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) Band perform in St. Georges d'Espéranche, France, from Nov. 24, 2024. The 2nd MAW Band traveled from Cherry Point, North Carolina, to St. Georges d'Espéranche to perform two concerts for local school children, two large concerts for the public and to participate in a ceremony commemorating the 80th anniversary of the liberation of France during WWII. The concerts and ceremony showcased the long-standing relationship between the people of the United States and France and reinforced that music is a universal language understood by all. Together, the United States and our indispensable allies continue to demonstrate the strength of alliance and dedicated resolve borne out of World War II and forged over eight decades of combat-credible deterrence and defense. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Donato Maffin)

U.S. Marine musicians assigned to the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) Band perform in St. Georges d'Espéranche, France, from Nov. 24, 2024. The 2nd MAW Band traveled from Cherry Point, North Carolina, to St. Georges d'Espéranche to perform two concerts for local school children, two large concerts for the public and to participate in a ceremony commemorating the 80th anniversary of the liberation of France during WWII. The concerts and ceremony showcased the long-standing relationship between the people of the United States and France and reinforced that music is a universal language understood by all. Together, the United States and our indispensable allies continue to demonstrate the strength of alliance and dedicated resolve borne out of World War II and forged over eight decades of combat-credible deterrence and defense. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Donato Maffin)

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Donato Maffin

U.S. Marine musicians assigned to the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) Band perform in St. Georges d'Espéranche, France, from Nov. 24, 2024. The 2nd MAW Band traveled from Cherry Point, North Carolina, to St. Georges d'Espéranche to perform two concerts for local school children, two large concerts for the public and to participate in a ceremony commemorating the 80th anniversary of the liberation of France during WWII. The concerts and ceremony showcased the long-standing relationship between the people of the United States and France and reinforced that music is a universal language understood by all. Together, the United States and our indispensable allies continue to demonstrate the strength of alliance and dedicated resolve borne out of World War II and forged over eight decades of combat-credible deterrence and defense. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Donato Maffin)

U.S. Marine musicians assigned to the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) Band perform in St. Georges d'Espéranche, France, from Nov. 24, 2024. The 2nd MAW Band traveled from Cherry Point, North Carolina, to St. Georges d'Espéranche to perform two concerts for local school children, two large concerts for the public and to participate in a ceremony commemorating the 80th anniversary of the liberation of France during WWII. The concerts and ceremony showcased the long-standing relationship between the people of the United States and France and reinforced that music is a universal language understood by all. Together, the United States and our indispensable allies continue to demonstrate the strength of alliance and dedicated resolve borne out of World War II and forged over eight decades of combat-credible deterrence and defense. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Donato Maffin)

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Donato Maffin

U.S. Marine musicians assigned to the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) Band perform in St. Georges d'Espéranche, France, from Nov. 24, 2024. The 2nd MAW Band traveled from Cherry Point, North Carolina, to St. Georges d'Espéranche to perform two concerts for local school children, two large concerts for the public and to participate in a ceremony commemorating the 80th anniversary of the liberation of France during WWII. The concerts and ceremony showcased the long-standing relationship between the people of the United States and France and reinforced that music is a universal language understood by all. Together, the United States and our indispensable allies continue to demonstrate the strength of alliance and dedicated resolve borne out of World War II and forged over eight decades of combat-credible deterrence and defense. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Donato Maffin)

U.S. Marine musicians assigned to the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) Band perform in St. Georges d'Espéranche, France, from Nov. 24, 2024. The 2nd MAW Band traveled from Cherry Point, North Carolina, to St. Georges d'Espéranche to perform two concerts for local school children, two large concerts for the public and to participate in a ceremony commemorating the 80th anniversary of the liberation of France during WWII. The concerts and ceremony showcased the long-standing relationship between the people of the United States and France and reinforced that music is a universal language understood by all. Together, the United States and our indispensable allies continue to demonstrate the strength of alliance and dedicated resolve borne out of World War II and forged over eight decades of combat-credible deterrence and defense. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Donato Maffin)

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Donato Maffin

U.S. Marine musicians assigned to the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) Band perform in St. Georges d'Espéranche, France, from Nov. 24, 2024. The 2nd MAW Band traveled from Cherry Point, North Carolina, to St. Georges d'Espéranche to perform two concerts for local school children, two large concerts for the public and to participate in a ceremony commemorating the 80th anniversary of the liberation of France during WWII. The concerts and ceremony showcased the long-standing relationship between the people of the United States and France and reinforced that music is a universal language understood by all. Together, the United States and our indispensable allies continue to demonstrate the strength of alliance and dedicated resolve borne out of World War II and forged over eight decades of combat-credible deterrence and defense. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Donato Maffin)

U.S. Marine musicians assigned to the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) Band perform in St. Georges d'Espéranche, France, from Nov. 24, 2024. The 2nd MAW Band traveled from Cherry Point, North Carolina, to St. Georges d'Espéranche to perform two concerts for local school children, two large concerts for the public and to participate in a ceremony commemorating the 80th anniversary of the liberation of France during WWII. The concerts and ceremony showcased the long-standing relationship between the people of the United States and France and reinforced that music is a universal language understood by all. Together, the United States and our indispensable allies continue to demonstrate the strength of alliance and dedicated resolve borne out of World War II and forged over eight decades of combat-credible deterrence and defense. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Donato Maffin)

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Donato Maffin

U.S. Marine musicians assigned to the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) Band perform in St. Georges d'Espéranche, France, from Nov. 24, 2024. The 2nd MAW Band traveled from Cherry Point, North Carolina, to St. Georges d'Espéranche to perform two concerts for local school children, two large concerts for the public and to participate in a ceremony commemorating the 80th anniversary of the liberation of France during WWII. The concerts and ceremony showcased the long-standing relationship between the people of the United States and France and reinforced that music is a universal language understood by all. Together, the United States and our indispensable allies continue to demonstrate the strength of alliance and dedicated resolve borne out of World War II and forged over eight decades of combat-credible deterrence and defense. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Donato Maffin)

U.S. Marine musicians assigned to the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) Band perform in St. Georges d'Espéranche, France, from Nov. 24, 2024. The 2nd MAW Band traveled from Cherry Point, North Carolina, to St. Georges d'Espéranche to perform two concerts for local school children, two large concerts for the public and to participate in a ceremony commemorating the 80th anniversary of the liberation of France during WWII. The concerts and ceremony showcased the long-standing relationship between the people of the United States and France and reinforced that music is a universal language understood by all. Together, the United States and our indispensable allies continue to demonstrate the strength of alliance and dedicated resolve borne out of World War II and forged over eight decades of combat-credible deterrence and defense. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Donato Maffin)

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Donato Maffin

U.S. Marine musicians assigned to the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) Band perform at St. Georges d'Espéranche, France, from Nov. 22-24, 2024. The 2nd MAW Band traveled from Cherry Point, North Carolina, to St. Georges d'Espéranche to perform two concerts for local school children, two large concerts for the public and to participate in a ceremony commemorating the 80th anniversary of the liberation of France during WWII. The concerts and ceremony showcased the long-standing relationship between the people of the United States and France and reinforced that music is a universal language understood by all. Together, the United States and our indispensable allies continue to demonstrate the strength of alliance and dedicated resolve borne out of World War II and forged over eight decades of combat-credible deterrence and defense. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Donato Maffin)

U.S. Marine musicians assigned to the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) Band perform at St. Georges d'Espéranche, France, from Nov. 22-24, 2024. The 2nd MAW Band traveled from Cherry Point, North Carolina, to St. Georges d'Espéranche to perform two concerts for local school children, two large concerts for the public and to participate in a ceremony commemorating the 80th anniversary of the liberation of France during WWII. The concerts and ceremony showcased the long-standing relationship between the people of the United States and France and reinforced that music is a universal language understood by all. Together, the United States and our indispensable allies continue to demonstrate the strength of alliance and dedicated resolve borne out of World War II and forged over eight decades of combat-credible deterrence and defense. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Donato Maffin)

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Donato Maffin

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