I was blessed to be accepted into the 8th Infantry Army Band at our HQ in Bad Kreuznach as an OJT trombone player. Arguably the best time ever -except that I managed to get accepted into the US Ski Patrol in Berchtesgaden the balance of my three year tour. I couldn't say no. Fun times - hard work.
I was in the 76th 1967-69 in Worms. Many great musicians served during the Viet Nam era. It was an honor to serve with so many talented musicians from around the US. Many fond memories!
US Army Bands carry on all sorts of traditions to include the arrangements of music and marches made famous by one of our past Army Band Commanders, Glenn Miller. These arrangements are staples in the US Army Band libraries, along with countless march books, Sousa, Fillmore, King etc.
my dad was first french horn 76 div army band ww2....he played these songs without music and all the time at home as long as he could play horn he played these. his compadres were big band first chair swing and jazz band perfromers. they all walked thru europe together and were in berlin for the taking of ss hq. dad brought home that specific flag. this is a hella tribute to those who fought together in ww2...the sounds are reminders of our heritage and parents who fought for usa in a terrible conflagration. why diss the choices of music these awesome musicians play. these bands played to boost morale as well and have fun. some top big band talent were in htis band in ww2. impressive line up. the last 4 members of the ww2 band met up in europe when there were only 4 remaining. they remained friends to their death. this triubute brought tears to my eyes. i wish my dad could hear them playing
Good ol´ times... I remember when I attended an ceremony evening (125th anniversary of our local volunteer fire department) in Lorsch, Hessen back in 1998, I watched them (the 76th oder maybe the USAREUR-Band, I dunno anymore), and they performed a really great show in this fine little gym hall. Everyone stood up, applaused and had a good time. Was the first and sadly the last time I saw any Army Band in our region, after all the army posts were closed around.
It's a shame some geniuses in the Pentagon have decided to save a few bucks in recent years by reducing the complement of musicians in all Army bands, even including the U.S. Army Band and the West Point Band.
I heard the 76th is being dissolved and that makes me sad. I spent 4.5 years in DE in this unit and I have many fond memories of people I knew and places we went along the way. As a matter of fact I am one of the trombone players marching this gig in Berlin. Re music selection. The DE audiences we played for expected a particular genre of American music from a US miltary band. For better or worse that's what we tried to give to them. My 2 cents.
And on top of that, alot of commanders are allowing bandsmen to study with outside pros and nearby college professors. They also allow you to attend instrument clinics. Alot has changed since the 60's ;).
Sorry, but it was not written by Maj Miller, it was written by W.C. Handy in 1914. Maj Miller and the band performed it during WWII, but he didn't write it. Quote by Thomas Cunniffe from Jazz History Online. "It was Handy's greatest success and was recorded thousands of times by musicians of nearly every genre." I've played it many times with every Army Band I was stationed with including the 76th. There probably isn't an Army Band out there that hasn't played it. We played it in Marching Band shows and concerts when I was there late 80's to early 90's. The band was based in Kaiserslautern at that time.
To the people that do not know about any band in the Army music background is a must also they guard the divison comander is their 1st job so they are inf 1st music 2ndthis is comming from a former solider that served 14 yrs and had friends also a son who tried to get into a divison band after playing 6 yrs with a highschool band my son could not sight read thats what kept him out of the 4th div band
We were actually stationed in Wiesbaden, Germany at this time...and @ tresckow...if you knew anything about performing...you play to the audience...you (thank goodness) were not the audience for this performance...
Hi, yes Glenn Miller is part of US bands WW2 lore! But we do have a fine march tradition from many fine composers besides Sousa and Miller. How about a display that combines marches of say R.B. Hall, Henry Fillmore or Grafulla with a static dispaly of your standard Glenn Miller Big Band bit. This way you combine the best of old and new worlds in your US army band display. I know you guys like the brassy, jazz trumpet and sax routines, but a little more tradition would be nice sometimes too!
Nice video with a lesser known US Service band. The female drum major is certainly interesting! Also the Black guy dancing with the blonde must go over big in Germany! The problem with most US bands I find is that they can't decide whether they are a Big Band, or a Military band. You would think in Germany they would play a German march or two. We have great bands, but too often I find they play toward the low pop end in terms of music. It would be nice to see a martial display sometimes.
The fact of the matter is that the Army bands in Germany (USAREUR and 76th) play all types of music it just so happens that during many tattoos the audience wants to hear American Jazz. I know this because when we have played more traditional American music (marches and concert staples) we are often asked why we didn't play Jazz. Sometimes it's actually good to give the audience what they want. It won't kill you and hey you might even like it.
Come on Jackhammer, do you really believe that? I think you are a Army recruiter! How can the Army make you a GREAT musician? A great soldier? Yes, I will agree. I was in the First Army New York Band in NYC late sixtes..The Army was the institution. YOU, as an individual had the responsiblity to make yourself what you were to be. The Army, like anything else, is made up of great individuals. The "unit" always needs quality individuals and that makes the Army what it is.
US Army Bands aren't really marching bands... only when they are forced to in events such as these. We are more symphonic then marching. The USMC is the only one left with a marching band. We don't march! It's our trademark!
Hi, well my views tend to be the minority because our bands like to play toward the low end in their concert selections. We have some great bands, but they are affraid of apppearing too military! Strange when you consider we have one of the largest army's around! I doubt the trend toward a more traidtional fare will happen, but I thought someone should comment on it anyway.
Look British dude - There is one army in the world that sends today send it soldiers to every conflict era to perform for troops - putting htme in harms way. The US Army Bands have always gone were the battle is, and helped in the war effort. THAT IS MILITARY - not some nose in the sky "See how nice I march" parade that has nothing to do with anything. Our job is to entertain and perform and spred good will - what is the job of the British band? Be boring?
The Band of Her Majesty's Royal Marines... Far superior to anything the blasted yanks have to offer... And officially 'THE best military band in the world'
I was blessed to be accepted into the 8th Infantry Army Band at our HQ in Bad Kreuznach as an OJT trombone player. Arguably the best time ever -except that I managed to get accepted into the US Ski Patrol in Berchtesgaden the balance of my three year tour. I couldn't say no. Fun times - hard work.
I was in the 76th Army band from 1975-1977 when it was in Kaiserslautern. Good Times!
My husband also was there at that time ...his name was don Sowell and he played the trombone
76th AB, Kaiserslautern, 89-92. One of the many great assignments I had.
wOW what an awesomely talented group of soldiers, I could listen to them for hours. This soldier is truly proud.
A great tribute to Glenn Miller, who not only had one of the greatest Big Bands of that era, but also served America in uniform during World War II.
I was a member of this band when it was in Kaiserslautern (K-Town Germany) in 1984-1986
Truly talented musicians and very inspiring music.
I was in the 76th 1967-69 in Worms. Many great musicians served during the Viet Nam era. It was an honor to serve with so many talented musicians from around the US. Many fond memories!
The 76th U.S. Army Band. is a good band, the Broadwayshow is perfect and the Sound
too. Regards R.K.
US Army Bands carry on all sorts of traditions to include the arrangements of music and marches made famous by one of our past Army Band Commanders, Glenn Miller. These arrangements are staples in the US Army Band libraries, along with countless march books, Sousa, Fillmore, King etc.
my dad was first french horn 76 div army band ww2....he played these songs without music and all the time at home as long as he could play horn he played these. his compadres were big band first chair swing and jazz band perfromers. they all walked thru europe together and were in berlin for the taking of ss hq. dad brought home that specific flag. this is a hella tribute to those who fought together in ww2...the sounds are reminders of our heritage and parents who fought for usa in a terrible conflagration. why diss the choices of music these awesome musicians play. these bands played to boost morale as well and have fun. some top big band talent were in htis band in ww2. impressive line up. the last 4 members of the ww2 band met up in europe when there were only 4 remaining. they remained friends to their death.
this triubute brought tears to my eyes. i wish my dad could hear them playing
great band, the first song is "Saint louis Blues March". wonderfull
I was in the 76th Army Band 1973-1974 in Worms,Germany.......anyone out there remember.....Joe Hollingsworth .....trumpet player
Good ol´ times... I remember when I attended an ceremony evening (125th anniversary of our local volunteer fire department) in Lorsch, Hessen back in 1998, I watched them (the 76th oder maybe the USAREUR-Band, I dunno anymore), and they performed a really great show in this fine little gym hall. Everyone stood up, applaused and had a good time. Was the first and sadly the last time I saw any Army Band in our region, after all the army posts were closed around.
It's a shame some geniuses in the Pentagon have decided to save a few bucks in recent years by reducing the complement of musicians in all Army bands, even including the U.S. Army Band and the West Point Band.
This band did our change of command ceremony for 1st Armored Division during my time in active duty in Wiesbaden Germany between 2003 to 2007.
Looking good in your Blues!!!!!Sound awesome too!
Right on the money waterloo3, that is how I approach tattoos and the like. Good to see someone who knows his stuff when it comes to our nations bands.
I heard the 76th is being dissolved and that makes me sad. I spent 4.5 years in DE in this unit and I have many fond memories of people I knew and places we went along the way. As a matter of fact I am one of the trombone players marching this gig in Berlin.
Re music selection. The DE audiences we played for expected a particular genre of American music from a US miltary band. For better or worse that's what we tried to give to them.
My 2 cents.
Awesome performance and song choice!
One of the best on earth
And on top of that, alot of commanders are allowing bandsmen to study with outside pros and nearby college professors. They also allow you to attend instrument clinics. Alot has changed since the 60's ;).
They are playing Jazz if I am correct-a smart show.
That song that they're playing was written by Maj. Glenn Miller in WW2
Sorry, but it was not written by Maj Miller, it was written by W.C. Handy in 1914. Maj Miller and the band performed it during WWII, but he didn't write it. Quote by Thomas Cunniffe from Jazz History Online. "It was Handy's greatest success and was recorded thousands of times by musicians of nearly every genre." I've played it many times with every Army Band I was stationed with including the 76th. There probably isn't an Army Band out there that hasn't played it. We played it in Marching Band shows and concerts when I was there late 80's to early 90's. The band was based in Kaiserslautern at that time.
@salaisalbert02 remember they are soldiers first so they are to busy potecting us to memorize music. just be glad it sounded great.
I can't help but to agree with you...
YES.
thats what im talking about.
I hope to be there some day.
To the people that do not know about any band in the Army music background is a must also they guard the divison comander is their 1st job so they are inf 1st music 2ndthis is comming from a former solider that served 14 yrs and had friends also a son who tried to get into a divison band after playing 6 yrs with a highschool band my son could not sight read thats what kept him out of the 4th div band
thats right the army band still kicks ass
We were actually stationed in Wiesbaden, Germany at this time...and @ tresckow...if you knew anything about performing...you play to the audience...you (thank goodness) were not the audience for this performance...
I agree it would be nice to hear some Sousa or other great American marches.
The british goverment are on the same track! Long live army music all over the world
awesome. just killin it.
Hi, yes Glenn Miller is part of US bands WW2 lore! But we do have a fine march tradition from many fine composers besides Sousa and Miller. How about a display that combines marches of say R.B. Hall, Henry Fillmore or Grafulla with a static dispaly of your standard Glenn Miller Big Band bit. This way you combine the best of old and new worlds in your US army band display. I know you guys like the brassy, jazz trumpet and sax routines, but a little more tradition would be nice sometimes too!
Nice video with a lesser known US Service band. The female drum major is certainly interesting! Also the Black guy dancing with the blonde must go over big in Germany! The problem with most US bands I find is that they can't decide whether they are a Big Band, or a Military band. You would think in Germany they would play a German march or two. We have great bands, but too often I find they play toward the low pop end in terms of music. It would be nice to see a martial display sometimes.
US ARMY..the big green machine..massive..powerful...once a soldier always a soldier...no matter what or where...
The fact of the matter is that the Army bands in Germany (USAREUR and 76th) play all types of music it just so happens that during many tattoos the audience wants to hear American Jazz. I know this because when we have played more traditional American music (marches and concert staples) we are often asked why we didn't play Jazz. Sometimes it's actually good to give the audience what they want. It won't kill you and hey you might even like it.
I'll bet the tenor sax player with the darker horn is using a Selmer. I have a Selmer Mk 6 and it's the same color.
surprisingly cool! :D
Now that what Im talking bout the Band
Die Amys kriegen das am besten hin auf der Show!
I was in the 319th Army reserve band :)
Come on Jackhammer, do you really believe that? I think you are a Army recruiter! How can the Army make you a GREAT musician? A great soldier? Yes, I will agree.
I was in the First Army New York Band in NYC late sixtes..The Army was the institution. YOU, as an individual had the responsiblity to make yourself what you were to be. The Army, like anything else, is made up of great individuals. The "unit" always needs quality individuals and that makes the Army what it is.
Although i understand how hard it would be to memorize 9 minutes of music, it would look better if they did memorize their parts.
US Army Bands aren't really marching bands... only when they are forced to in events such as these.
We are more symphonic then marching. The USMC is the only one left with a marching band.
We don't march! It's our trademark!
@ericartwo1 oh ok. just a small misinterpritation (if i even spelled that right) lol
I couldn't agree more, waterloo3!! With a great band like this, playing garbage, its like plowing a field with a Mercedes-Benz!!
Hi, well my views tend to be the minority because our bands like to play toward the low end in their concert selections. We have some great bands, but they are affraid of apppearing too military! Strange when you consider we have one of the largest army's around! I doubt the trend toward a more traidtional fare will happen, but I thought someone should comment on it anyway.
that is in Germany ^^
why is the US army Band using music. You'd think they could memorize their music...
Look British dude - There is one army in the world that sends today send it soldiers to every conflict era to perform for troops - putting htme in harms way. The US Army Bands have always gone were the battle is, and helped in the war effort. THAT IS MILITARY - not some nose in the sky "See how nice I march" parade that has nothing to do with anything. Our job is to entertain and perform and spred good will - what is the job of the British band? Be boring?
Good song but it sounds so modern...
@hfelton its a shame i know
ummm military ??? watch the german military music ....
no no no they march with lyers what the hell i dont even march with a lyer we are not aloud to and we play harder songs
The Band of Her Majesty's Royal Marines...
Far superior to anything the blasted yanks have to offer...
And officially 'THE best military band in the world'
Meh too jazzy i think