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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. Marines with the Quantico Marine Corps Band perform at the South Boston St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Boston, Massachusetts, March 17, 2024. The Quantico Marine Corps Band provides musical support that fosters positive community relations, enhances troop morale, and promotes the Marine Corps recruiting program through events such as parades, concerts, and ceremonies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Joaquin Dela Torre)

U.S. Marines with the Quantico Marine Corps Band perform at the South Boston St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Boston, Massachusetts, March 17, 2024. The Quantico Marine Corps Band provides musical support that fosters positive community relations, enhances troop morale, and promotes the Marine Corps recruiting program through events such as parades, concerts, and ceremonies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Joaquin Dela Torre)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Joaquin Carlos Dela T

U.S. Marines with the Marine Corps Base Quantico Band, perform in front of a crowd during the opening of the Fredericksburg Nationals at the Virginia Credit Union Stadium, April 9, 2025.The band’s mission is to provide musical support that will encourage community relations, enhance troop morale, and promote the Marine Corps recruiting program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jeffery Stevens)

U.S. Marines with the Marine Corps Base Quantico Band, perform in front of a crowd during the opening of the Fredericksburg Nationals at the Virginia Credit Union Stadium, April 9, 2025.The band’s mission is to provide musical support that will encourage community relations, enhance troop morale, and promote the Marine Corps recruiting program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jeffery Stevens)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jeffery Stevens

The Marine Forces Reserve Band and the National Aeronaval Service (SENAN) of Panama Band pose for a group photo after a performance at the Colón Art and Culture Center, Panama, April 8, 2025. The Marine Forces Reserve Band will be performing throughout the week in support of an expanded partnership between the U.S. and Panama. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Van Hoang)

The Marine Forces Reserve Band and the National Aeronaval Service (SENAN) of Panama Band pose for a group photo after a performance at the Colón Art and Culture Center, Panama, April 8, 2025. The Marine Forces Reserve Band will be performing throughout the week in support of an expanded partnership between the U.S. and Panama. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Van Hoang)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Van Hoang

United States and Japan color guards stand during the countries’ national anthems for the 80th
Reunion of Honor ceremony at Iwo To, Japan, March 29, 2025. The 80th Reunion of Honor is a
milestone anniversary that commemorates the sacrifices made by both Japanese and American
service members during the Battle of Iwo Jima, honoring their legacy and ensuring their stories
are preserved for future generations. This milestone anniversary serves as a reminder of the
enduring partnership between both nations and the progress made toward regional stability over
the past 80 years. The U.S. Marine Corps was born on November 10th, 1775. From that day
until the present, Marines have served with distinction in every clime and place, including the
hallowed battle fields of Iwo Jima. This year, the U.S. Marine Corps celebrates 250 years of
honor, courage, and commitment across the globe. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt.
Jonathan Wright)

United States and Japan color guards stand during the countries’ national anthems for the 80th Reunion of Honor ceremony at Iwo To, Japan, March 29, 2025. The 80th Reunion of Honor is a milestone anniversary that commemorates the sacrifices made by both Japanese and American service members during the Battle of Iwo Jima, honoring their legacy and ensuring their stories are preserved for future generations. This milestone anniversary serves as a reminder of the enduring partnership between both nations and the progress made toward regional stability over the past 80 years. The U.S. Marine Corps was born on November 10th, 1775. From that day until the present, Marines have served with distinction in every clime and place, including the hallowed battle fields of Iwo Jima. This year, the U.S. Marine Corps celebrates 250 years of honor, courage, and commitment across the globe. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jonathan Wright)

Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Jonathan Wright

U.S. Marines with the III Marine Expeditionary Force Band and soldiers with the 15th Brigade Band perform at Camp Ishigaki, Ishigaki, Japan, Dec. 18, 2024. The performance aimed to strengthen relationships with the JSDF, engage with the local community, and enhance bilateral opportunities with the JGSDF. This marks the first time the III MEF Band has performed in Ishigaki.

U.S. Marines with the III Marine Expeditionary Force Band and soldiers with the 15th Brigade Band perform at Camp Ishigaki, Ishigaki, Japan, Dec. 18, 2024. The performance aimed to strengthen relationships with the JSDF, engage with the local community, and enhance bilateral opportunities with the JGSDF. This marks the first time the III MEF Band has performed in Ishigaki.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Giovanni Navarrette

U.S. Marines with the III Marine Expeditionary Force Band wave to the audience at the 2024 Japan Self-Defense Forces Marching Festival at the Nippon Budokan, Tokyo, Japan, Nov. 15, 2024. The festival is the main cultural military tattoo in Tokyo, featuring various Japan Self-Defense Force bands, the III MEF Band and the Jordanians Armed Forces Band demonstrating unity and comradery through music.

U.S. Marines with the III Marine Expeditionary Force Band wave to the audience at the 2024 Japan Self-Defense Forces Marching Festival at the Nippon Budokan, Tokyo, Japan, Nov. 15, 2024. The festival is the main cultural military tattoo in Tokyo, featuring various Japan Self-Defense Force bands, the III MEF Band and the Jordanians Armed Forces Band demonstrating unity and comradery through music.

Photo by Staff Sgt. Megan Roses

U.S. Marines with III Marine Expeditionary Force Band and students from Gotemba Nishi Junior High School Band celebrate with each other after a performance during a visit to Gotemba, Shizuoka, Japan, Oct. 19, 2024. III MEF Band visited the high school students for the second time to perform together and exchange techniques. Afterward, Marines provided feedback and instruction for students to improve their performances.

U.S. Marines with III Marine Expeditionary Force Band and students from Gotemba Nishi Junior High School Band celebrate with each other after a performance during a visit to Gotemba, Shizuoka, Japan, Oct. 19, 2024. III MEF Band visited the high school students for the second time to perform together and exchange techniques. Afterward, Marines provided feedback and instruction for students to improve their performances.

Photo by Cpl. Jesse Davis

U.S. Marines with the III Marine Expeditionary Force band, perform jazz songs during the 2025 Western Army Music Festival at City Kaikan Sears Home Yume Hall, Kumamoto, Japan, Feb. 11, 2025. The 2025 Western Army Music Festival is an event in which the III MEF and the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force bands perform classical, jazz, and Japanese folk songs together.

U.S. Marines with the III Marine Expeditionary Force band, perform jazz songs during the 2025 Western Army Music Festival at City Kaikan Sears Home Yume Hall, Kumamoto, Japan, Feb. 11, 2025. The 2025 Western Army Music Festival is an event in which the III MEF and the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force bands perform classical, jazz, and Japanese folk songs together.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Tucker Mocan

U.S. Marines with the III Marine Expeditionary Force Band perform at the Japan-U.S. Music Exchange Joint Concert, at the Okinawa Arena, Yamauchi, Okinawa, Japan, Sept. 29, 2024. The joint concert celebrated the long-enduring friendship and spirit of camaraderie between the U.S. and Japan.

U.S. Marines with the III Marine Expeditionary Force Band perform at the Japan-U.S. Music Exchange Joint Concert, at the Okinawa Arena, Yamauchi, Okinawa, Japan, Sept. 29, 2024. The joint concert celebrated the long-enduring friendship and spirit of camaraderie between the U.S. and Japan.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Manuel Alvarado

U.S. Marines with the III Marine Expeditionary Force band and members of the Tango Wind Orchestra pose for a group photo at the Kinki-Chubu Defense Bureau Joint Concert at Tango City Hall and Cultural Center, Kyoto, Japan, March 1, 2025. The III MEF band joined forces with the Tango Wind Orchestra to perform classical music, highlighting their strong partnership, unity, and mastery of the musical arts.

U.S. Marines with the III Marine Expeditionary Force band and members of the Tango Wind Orchestra pose for a group photo at the Kinki-Chubu Defense Bureau Joint Concert at Tango City Hall and Cultural Center, Kyoto, Japan, March 1, 2025. The III MEF band joined forces with the Tango Wind Orchestra to perform classical music, highlighting their strong partnership, unity, and mastery of the musical arts.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Rebeka Falcon

U.S. Marines with the III Marine Expeditionary Force Band perform at the 2025 Thailand International Jazz Conference at Mahidol University in Bangkok, Thailand, Jan. 24, 2025. The III MEF Band performed at the 2025 Thailand International Jazz Conference at Mahidol University in the Royal Kingdom of Thailand. The band also conducted musical workshops with Chulalongkorn University students, participated in a bilateral musical exchange with the Royal Thai Air Force and provided instruction to students at the Royal Thai Air Force School of Music. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Manuel Alvarado)

U.S. Marines with the III Marine Expeditionary Force Band perform at the 2025 Thailand International Jazz Conference at Mahidol University in Bangkok, Thailand, Jan. 24, 2025. The III MEF Band performed at the 2025 Thailand International Jazz Conference at Mahidol University in the Royal Kingdom of Thailand. The band also conducted musical workshops with Chulalongkorn University students, participated in a bilateral musical exchange with the Royal Thai Air Force and provided instruction to students at the Royal Thai Air Force School of Music. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Manuel Alvarado)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Manuel Alvarado

Ret. U.S. Marine Corps Master Gunnery Sgt. Thomas Olmeda Jr., the Marine instructor for the Round Rock High School Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officer Training Course, records a musical performance by the Marine Band San Diego Brass Band, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego in Round Rock, Texas, March 26, 2025. The Marine Band San Diego Brass Band toured multiple schools in the Austin area to improve community relations, increase morale, and spread awareness of Marine Corps opportunities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Jesse K. Carter-Powell)

Ret. U.S. Marine Corps Master Gunnery Sgt. Thomas Olmeda Jr., the Marine instructor for the Round Rock High School Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officer Training Course, records a musical performance by the Marine Band San Diego Brass Band, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego in Round Rock, Texas, March 26, 2025. The Marine Band San Diego Brass Band toured multiple schools in the Austin area to improve community relations, increase morale, and spread awareness of Marine Corps opportunities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Jesse K. Carter-Powell)

Photo by Staff Sgt. Jesse Carter-Powell

U.S. Marines with 1st Marine Division Band, 1st MARDIV, perform prior to the Rodeo Houston Parade in downtown Houston, Texas, March 1, 2025. U.S. service members paraded alongside colleges, Reserve Officer Training Corps candidates, first responders, and other local organizations to kickoff the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Ryan H. Pulliam)

U.S. Marines with 1st Marine Division Band, 1st MARDIV, perform prior to the Rodeo Houston Parade in downtown Houston, Texas, March 1, 2025. U.S. service members paraded alongside colleges, Reserve Officer Training Corps candidates, first responders, and other local organizations to kickoff the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Ryan H. Pulliam)

Photo by Sgt. Ryan Pulliam

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Shelby Petersen, a vocalist with Marine Corps Base Quantico Band, performs the national anthem before the A-10 Men's Basketball Tournament at Capital One Arena, Washington D.C., March 13, 2025. Petersen was invited to perform “The Star-Spangled Banner”, representing MCBQ and the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Braydon Rogers)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Shelby Petersen, a vocalist with Marine Corps Base Quantico Band, performs the national anthem before the A-10 Men's Basketball Tournament at Capital One Arena, Washington D.C., March 13, 2025. Petersen was invited to perform “The Star-Spangled Banner”, representing MCBQ and the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Braydon Rogers)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Braydon Rogers

U.S. Marine Corps Master Sgt. Justin Hauser, drum major with the Marine Forces Reserve Band, marches during the Legion of Mars parade, New Orleans, Feb. 22, 2025. The band performs in multiple Mardi Gras parades annually to celebrate the Mardi Gras season and to show the Marine Corps' presence in the New Orleans community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Edward Spears)

U.S. Marine Corps Master Sgt. Justin Hauser, drum major with the Marine Forces Reserve Band, marches during the Legion of Mars parade, New Orleans, Feb. 22, 2025. The band performs in multiple Mardi Gras parades annually to celebrate the Mardi Gras season and to show the Marine Corps' presence in the New Orleans community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Edward Spears)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Edward Spears

U.S. Marines with Marine Band San Diego pose for a group photo in front of the Commanding Generals building at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, Dec. 23, 2024. Marine Band San Diego performs at parades, schools, and community events in order to engage with the local community and showcase the spirit of the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Francisco Angel)

U.S. Marines with Marine Band San Diego pose for a group photo in front of the Commanding Generals building at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, Dec. 23, 2024. Marine Band San Diego performs at parades, schools, and community events in order to engage with the local community and showcase the spirit of the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Francisco Angel)

Photo by Cpl Francisco Angel

The U.S. Marine Corps Forces Pacific Composite Band poses for a photo, Sept. 12, 2024, at Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii, during the MARFORPAC Change of Command ceremony. The composite band consisted of Marines from MARFORPAC, I Marine Expeditionary Force Band, and the III MEF Band. (Official Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Fredrick Kozak)

The U.S. Marine Corps Forces Pacific Composite Band poses for a photo, Sept. 12, 2024, at Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii, during the MARFORPAC Change of Command ceremony. The composite band consisted of Marines from MARFORPAC, I Marine Expeditionary Force Band, and the III MEF Band. (Official Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Fredrick Kozak)

Photo by USMC

The Marine Forces Reserve Band marches through the city during the Super Bowl LIX parade, New Orleans, Feb. 8, 2025. The Marine Corps is the lead service for Super Bowl LIX, participating in multiple events throughout the week exhibiting pride leading up to the U.S. Marine Corps’ 250th birthday. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Scott Jenkins)

The Marine Forces Reserve Band marches through the city during the Super Bowl LIX parade, New Orleans, Feb. 8, 2025. The Marine Corps is the lead service for Super Bowl LIX, participating in multiple events throughout the week exhibiting pride leading up to the U.S. Marine Corps’ 250th birthday. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Scott Jenkins)

Photo by Sgt. Scott Jenkins

U.S. Marines assigned to the Marine Forces Reserve Band spread Christmas cheer throughout Louisiana from December 7-11, 2024. This Christmas Series featured the Big Band and Jazz Combo in Jefferson, Morgan City, and Slidell, Louisiana. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Dana Kvitek)

U.S. Marines assigned to the Marine Forces Reserve Band spread Christmas cheer throughout Louisiana from December 7-11, 2024. This Christmas Series featured the Big Band and Jazz Combo in Jefferson, Morgan City, and Slidell, Louisiana. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Dana Kvitek)

Photo by Cpl. Dana Kvitek

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