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Gunnery Sgt. David Constantine on Timpani - Gunnery Sgt. David Constantine on Timpani

A Timpani Solo?

On Sunday, Feb. 5, percussionist Gunnery Sgt. David Constantine will perform Jeff Tyzik’s Concerto for Timpani as part of the band’s Showcase Series concert titled “American Traditions.” The concert is free and open to the public and will take place at 2 p.m. at the Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center. The concert consists of an all-American lineup, with works by Leonard Bernstein, Morton Gould, John Philip Sousa, and modern-day works from living American composers. Tyzik wrote Concerto for Timpani in 2013 and Constantine discovered it in recent years.

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American Traditions - This Sunday at 2 p.m., “The President’s Own” will perform an all-American lineup conducted by 1st Lieutenant Darren Lin, with familiar songs of the American lexicon alongside modern-day works from living American composers. The free concert will take place at the Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center in Alexandria, Va. Lin chose the title “American Traditions” and programmed this concert to reflect on the storied history of the Marine Band as well as the musical history of America, celebrating the many voices, cultures and sounds that have contributed to the national artistic landscape.

American Traditions

This Sunday at 2 p.m., “The President’s Own” will perform an all-American lineup conducted by 1st Lieutenant Darren Lin, with familiar songs of the American lexicon alongside modern-day works from living American composers. The free concert will take place at the Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center in Alexandria, Va. Lin chose the title “American Traditions” and programmed this concert to reflect on the storied history of the Marine Band as well as the musical history of America, celebrating the many voices, cultures and sounds that have contributed to the national artistic landscape.

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Musicians of "The President's Own" will perform a chamber concert Sunday, Jan. 29 at 2 p.m. ET. The concert is coordinated by Principal Clarinet Gunnery Sgt. Patrick Morgan, pictured. - Musicians of "The President's Own" will perform a chamber concert Sunday, Jan. 29 at 2 p.m. ET. The concert is coordinated by Principal Clarinet Gunnery Sgt. Patrick Morgan, pictured.

Chamber Music Series: Jan. 29 Concert

It’s a new concert season, and chamber music is back! Coordinated by musicians of “The President’s Own,” the Chamber Music Series features a variety of ensembles performing challenging and unique works in the intimate setting of John Philip Sousa Band Hall, and livestreaming online.

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Wind and Fire

The U.S. Marine Band will make its season debut at the Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center in Alexandria, Va., on Sunday, Jan. 22 at 2 pm, with a program that will explore some of nature’s phenomena, with works by George Frideric Handel, John Philip Sousa, and Michael Colgrass. The concert also includes the première of Alpenglow by Chicago-based composer Stacy Garrop, whose works are centered around storytelling.

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Marine Chamber Orchestra: Feb. 20, 2022 - On Feb. 13, the Marine Chamber Orchestra performed the concert "Unlikely Pairings," conducted by Maj. Ryan J. Nowlin and featuring the music of Brahms, Haydn, and Anna Clyne. (U.S. Marine Corps Photos by Gunnery Sgt. Brian Rust/Released)

Marine Chamber Orchestra Opens 2023 Season with Bach’s Goldberg Variations

“The President’s Own” Marine Chamber Orchestra kicks off its 2023 season this Sunday with two powerhouse pieces for strings, including Johann Sebastian Bach’s enduring masterpiece: Goldberg Variations. The concert, conducted by Assistant Director Maj. Ryan J. Nowlin, will take place at 2 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 15, at Northern Virginia Community College’s Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center in Alexandria. Admission and parking are both free; no tickets are required.

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Marine Band Kicks Off 2023 with Sousa Season Opener

“The President’s Own” United States Marine Band invites you to attend its season-opening performance on Sunday, Jan. 8 to kick off the 2023 concert season at 2 p.m. at George Mason University’s Center for the Arts Concert Hall in Fairfax, Va. Audience members can also watch virtually via livestream.

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“Monuments” – A Conversation with Colonel Fettig

This week the Marine Band released its album titled “Monuments” Recently, Assistant Communication Strategy Chief Gunnery Sgt. Rachel Ghadiali sat down with Colonel Jason K. Fettig to learn more about this year’s album.

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Conducting Sousa With Style: A “How-To” in Bringing Out the Best in a Sousa March

Have you ever wondered what makes a Sousa march so special and how to bring them to life in your conducting? This clinic outlines the unique musical genius of some of "The March King's" masterpieces and offers practical ideas about conducting with more musicality with your band. You’ll also learn more about "The Complete Marches of John Philip Sousa" recordings and free resources for playing this iconic music with your ensembles just as the Marine Band performs them.

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Marine Band at Wolf Trap Holiday Sing-Along - On Dec. 6, 2014, the Marine Band, conducted by Assistant Director 1stLt. Ryan J. Nowlin, performed a holiday concert at Wolf Trap in Vienna, Va. Mezzo-soprano Gunnery Sgt. Sara Sheffield and Master Sgt. Kevin Bennear led the annual Sing-A-Long of Christmas carols and Hannukah songs. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Master Sgt. Kristin duBois/released)

2022 Holiday Sing-A-Long at Wolf Trap

"The President's Own" United States Marine Band invites you to bring your friends and family to Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts to be served up a hearty dose of holiday cheer during Wolf Trap's Holiday Sing-A-Long on Dec. 3!

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President Lyndon B. Johnson at National Tree Lighting, Washington, DC, Dec. 15, 1966. White House courtesy photo. - President Lyndon B. Johnson at National Tree Lighting, Washington, DC, Dec. 15, 1966. White House courtesy photo.

Marine Band Performs at 100th National Christmas Tree Lighting

For Christmas Eve, thousands huddled together at the White House Ellipse to witness the first official National Christmas Tree Lighting in 1923. The gathering will take place once again on Nov. 30, 2022, celebrating the milestone 100th tree lighting, and again featuring music performed by the Marine Band.

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The United States Marine Band performs at the Temple University Performing Arts Center in Philadelphia while on tour Oct. 31, 2022. - The United States Marine Band performs at the Temple University Performing Arts Center in Philadelphia while on tour Oct. 31, 2022.

2022 Northeast Tour is in the Books!

When the bus wheels slowed to a halt on Nov. 1, the Marine Band musicians gathered their belongings and stepped onto the pavement back in Washington, D.C. There was a notable difference in the air after a 2,800 mile journey throughout the Northeast.

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