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U.S. Marines with the III Marine Expeditionary Force and members of the Japan Ground-Self Defense Force 15th Brigade bands pose for a photo at Tedako Hall in Urasoe, Okinawa, Japan, April 16, 2021. The bands' harmonious performance was a display of the III MEF and 15th Brigade bands' alliance and unity within the musical arts. The annual concert was performed virtually and the recording will debut on social media platforms within the coming weeks. - U.S. Marines with the III Marine Expeditionary Force and members of the Japan Ground-Self Defense Force 15th Brigade bands pose for a photo at Tedako Hall in Urasoe, Okinawa, Japan, April 16, 2021. The bands' harmonious performance was a display of the III MEF and 15th Brigade bands' alliance and unity within the musical arts. The annual concert was performed virtually and the recording will debut on social media platforms within the coming weeks.

III MEF Band, JGSDF 15th Brigade Band perform together at spring concert

U.S. Marines with the III Marine Expeditionary Force and members of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force 15th Brigade bands came together April 16 to perform the annual spring concert at Tedako Hall in Urasoe. Due to COVID-19 mitigation policies, the spring concert was performed virtually. Only a limited number of Tedako Hall employees were able to attend the concert. Fortunately, the concert was recorded and will debut on social media platforms within the coming weeks...

Gunnery Sgt. Martin Arreola leads the Third MEF Band through several songs.

III MEF Band Advises Gotemba Nishi Junior High Musicians / 第3海兵遠征軍音楽隊が御殿場西中学校吹奏楽部と交流

III MEF Band members offer instruction to Gotemba Nishi Junior High School marching band students. 第3海兵遠征軍音楽隊の隊員らが御殿場西中学校吹奏楽部員に奏法のコツなどを伝授。

Silent Drill Platoon Marines with Marine Barrack Washington rehearse before their performance at Independence Hall as part of Navy-Marine Week Philadelphia on October 12, 2023. Marines are participating in numerous events throughout the city of Philadelphia to increase awareness and establish lasting relationships with communities throughout the area.

Navy-Marine Corps Week Philadelphia

As the first of its kind, U.S. Marines and Sailors visited the city of Philadelphia to participate in Navy-Marine Corps Week, which took place from Oct. 9–15.

Marine Forces Reserve band takes over Tennessee

Marine Forces Reserve Band visits Tennessee State University

The U.S. Marine Forces Reserve Band performed at Tennessee State University at the Poag Auditorium, Monday, Sept. 11, 2023. The U.S. Marine Forces Reserve Band was established in 1978, and is one of the 10 Marine Corps field bands that comprises active-duty Marines stationed aboard the Marine Corps Support Facility New Orleans. The band provides musical support for military ceremonies and other official functions, Marine Corps community relation events, and Marine Corps personnel procurement programs.

Barracks Marines execute “officers center” during a Friday Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, Aug 12, 2022. The hosting official for the evening was Sgt Maj. Troy E. Black, 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps. The guests of honor were Sgt Maj. Alford L. McMichael, 14th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps and Sgt Maj. Lewis G. Lee, 13th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps.

Marine Barracks Washington Prepares for Enlisted-led Parade

On the morning of August 11, 2023, an atmosphere of reverence enveloped the historic grounds of Marine Barracks, Washington, D.C., as Marines conducted final rehearsals and preparations for the renowned, staff non-commissioned officer-led Friday Evening Parade. For more than 60 years, the "Oldest Post of the Corps" has displayed the pride, professionalism, and esprit de corps of Marines throughout the world. Since July 1957, Marine Barracks Washington has conducted Evening Parades featuring music and precision marching, and entwined with rich military traditions such as tattoo, retreat, and lowering of the colors...

A member of the III MEF band coaches students on point during a sectional lesson for each instrument.
楽器ごとに分かれてのレッスンで、生徒らにポイントポイントで指導する第三海兵遠征軍音楽隊員。

MARINE BAND INSTRUCTS LOCAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL BAND

At Jonan Elementary School in Shuri, Naha, the former seat of the Ryukyu Dynasty, 19 members of the brass band were practicing for their upcoming concert, Saturday, Feb. 25. It is not unusual to see club activities on weekends in Japan, but for these students, the day took on a different meaning.

U.S. Sailors and Marines with the U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa Band perform at the historic Teatro Olimpico in Vicenza, Italy, April 18, 2023. U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa Band toured northern Italy to perform multiple concerts and ceremonies in Bassano Del Grappa, Longarone, Belluno, and Vicenza. (Courtesy photo provided by Sgt. Liam D. Guin.)

U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa Band tours northern Italy

The ability to explore and open your eyes to a whole world while progressing your career is a

U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Jessica Larsen, the 1st Marine Division Band drum major, instructs band members during rehearsal at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Jan. 24, 2023. Larsen’s first duty station was at the Blue Diamond as a lance corporal saxophone instrumentalist, and now after three years as a drill instructor, she has returned for a second tour. Larsen is a native of Saint Donatus, Iowa. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Cameron Hermanet)

Faces of the Blue Diamond: Staff Sgt. Jessica Larsen

Although Larsen did not initially see a future in the Marine Corps, she followed her gut and

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Ezequiel E. Gonzalez, a percussionist with the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) Band, poses for a photo at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Dec. 22, 2022. 2nd MAW is the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Elias E. Pimentel III)

Giving Back to His Nation: Cpl. Ezequiel E. Gonzalez

For U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Ezequiel E. Gonzalez, a percussionist with the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing

Children and parents move through the buffet line during a Breakfast with Santa event at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point North Carolina, Dec. 17, 2022. The United Service Organization (USO) and Marine Corps Community Services banded together to put together a breakfast that featured a buffet, pictures with Santa Claus, and stockings for each child to bring magic and comfort to those who may be separated from their families during the holiday season. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Aliannah T. Archuleta)

Dining with Santa

Santa and his elves visited with families of Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina during a Breakfast with Santa event, Dec. 17, 2022. The United Service Organization (USO) and Marine Corps Community Services banded together to put together a breakfast that featured a buffet, pictures with Santa Claus, and stockings for each child to bring magic and comfort to those who may be separated from their families during the holiday season

U.S. Marines with the 1st Marine Division Band pose for an annual group photo at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Nov. 16, 2022.

1st MARDIV Band provides musical score for new “Shifting Threats” commercial

The Pacific theater of World War II, Korea, Vietnam, the Persian Gulf and Iraq – since its inception in the 1940s, members of the 1st Marine Division Band have gone wherever Marines have fought, often setting down their instruments to be on the front lines. Today, the band continues its history of supporting Marines on the ground, providing music for 1st Marine Division ceremonies as well as over 400 events in the surrounding community. Most recently, they provided the musical score for the Marine Corps’ newest commercial campaign, “Shifting Threats.”...

U.S Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Byron Reed, 9th Marine Corps Recruiting District musician technical assistant, speaks with students at the Bands of America Grand National Championship on Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, Ind., Nov. 11, 2022. Marine Corps Recruiting Command is proud to partner with Music for All, this partnership helps increase awareness of the Marine Corps’ opportunities and connect with band directors, influencers and students.

Marines continue partnership with Music for All at Bands of America Grand National Championships

U.S. Marines presented the nation’s top performing marching bands with category awards at the Bands of America Grand National Championships in Indianapolis, Indiana, November 10-12, 2022...

U.S. Marine Cpl. Abel EucedaVillatoro, an Assault Amphibious Vehicle Technician with 2nd Maintenance Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, renders honors during Veterans Day Parade 2022 on the USS Arlington (LPD 24) on Nov. 9, 2022. Veterans Day New York is an annual public event that celebrates those who served and are currently serving in the U.S. military. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Christian M. Garcia)

II MEF Marines participate in Veterans Week: New York

MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE, NC – U.S. Marines from II Marine Expeditionary Force, Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force New York are transiting aboard the USS Arlington (LPD 24) in support of this year’s Veterans Week celebration held in New York City from Nov. 9-14.

Marines pass the colors during a change of command ceremony.

U.S MARINE CORPS FORCES, PACIFIC CHANGE OF COMMAND

Lt. Gen Steven R. Rudder relinquished command of U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific and Fleet Marine Forces Pacific to Lt. Gen. William M. Jurney in a ceremony here today.

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Erik Wright, a member of the III Marine Expeditionary Force Band performs a saxophone duet with Japan Air Self-Defense Force Airman 1st Class Ren Watanabe, a member of the Southwestern Air Defense Force Band, during a joint big band jazz concert at the Naha Cultural Arts Theater, Naha, Okinawa, Japan, July 10, 2022. The purpose of the concert was to show Tomo Ni, a Japanese phrase for togetherness, describing the relationship with allies, standing together in defense of shared values, peace, and a free and open Indo-Pacific.
(U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Marcos A. Alvarado)

III MEF Band Performs Joint Jazz Concert with SWADF Band

NAHA, OKINAWA, Japan - Musicians of the III Marine Expeditionary Force Band and the Southwestern Air Defense Force Band of the Japanese Air Self-Defense Force performed a joint big band concert July 10, 2022 at the Naha Cultural Arts Theater, Naha, Okinawa, Japan.

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. James Robinson, sergeant major of Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, helps serve cake during the 19th Annual Salute to the Veterans event at the Havelock Tourist and Event Center, Havelock, North Carolina, May 10, 2022. The event was intended to foster the community relationship between Havelock and MCAS Cherry Point and honor service members for Military Appreciation Month. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Symira Bostic)

Salute to the Veterans

The Havelock Chamber of Commerce celebrated past and present veterans and service members by hosting its 19th Annual Salute to the Veterans event at the Havelock Tourist and Event Center, Havelock, North Carolina, May 10, 2022. The purpose of the event was to foster the community relationship between Havelock and Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point and honor service members for Military Appreciation Month.

2D MAW Brass Band Drive-Thru Concert

2D MAW Brass Band Drive-Thru Concert

The 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing Brass Band performed a drive-thru concert for service members and their families in honor of Month of the Military Child at Grants Landing Community Center, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, April 27, 2022.

U.S. Marines with the Parris Island Marine Band play the electric and bass guitar aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, South Carolina, April 10, 2021. Portraits of band members were taken in support of the Musicians Enlistment Option Program.

The success of 6th Marine Corps District Musician Enlistment Option Program

The Musician Enlistment Option Program gives young men and women the opportunity to fight and win our Nation’s battles while pursuing their passion for music. While this program serves as a great opportunity, finding the few who are qualified and up to the challenge can be a challenge all in itself. This is because the individual must be not only a skilled musician but first and foremost a Marine...

U.S. Marines with the III Marine Expeditionary Force and members of the Japan Ground-Self Defense Force 15th Brigade bands pose for a photo at Tedako Hall in Urasoe, Okinawa, Japan, April 16, 2021. The bands' harmonious performance was a display of the III MEF and 15th Brigade bands' alliance and unity within the musical arts. The annual concert was performed virtually and the recording will debut on social media platforms within the coming weeks.

III MEF Band, JGSDF 15th Brigade Band perform together at spring concert

U.S. Marines with the III Marine Expeditionary Force and members of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force 15th Brigade bands came together April 16 to perform the annual spring concert at Tedako Hall in Urasoe. Due to COVID-19 mitigation policies, the spring concert was performed virtually. Only a limited number of Tedako Hall employees were able to attend the concert. Fortunately, the concert was recorded and will debut on social media platforms within the coming weeks...

Marine Corps Cpl. Kelsey Worth plays the saxophone during a rehearsal at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Calif., March 12.

Defining worth through music and the Marine Corps

The musicians of the Marine Corps demonstrate the core values of honor, courage and commitment through the balance of musical excellence and upholding the elite stature Marines are known for. U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Kelsey Worth, a musician with Marine Band San Diego, has proven herself an integral piece to the Marine Corps’ total force by exemplifying these values through her dedication as a saxophonist and as a Marine. At a young age, Worth followed in the steps of her family and their passion for playing musical instruments. She began playing the saxophone at 11 years old and never turned back...

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