America's Musicians

First-person profiles of U.S. military musicians, sharing their service, careers and musical experiences in their own words.

Mar 28, 2025

A Conversation with Ethan Bartley; Trumpeter with the United States Navy Band in Washington, D.C.

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Jan 8, 2025

Grit, Tenacity, and a Bit of Luck

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Dec 2, 2024

“This Audition Has Your Name on It”

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Oct 27, 2024

My Story

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Aug 8, 2024

Sometimes Fairy Tales Come True

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Aug 8, 2024

Musician 1st Class Erik Andrusyak: This kid can pack a punch!

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Aug 8, 2024

U.S. Navy Musician 3rd Class Alyse Merry: Her Path to Musical Success

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Apr 8, 2024

In His Own Words Musician First Class Marcus Flores, U.S. Naval Academy Band

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Mar 30, 2024

In Her Own Words: Musician First Class Ally Albrecht

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Feb 19, 2024

From Marine Band Concerto Competition Winner to Audition Winner

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Jan 8, 2024

You Got the Job! Staff Sergeant Kate Walsh

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Dec 11, 2023

You have a face for flute.” – Technical Sergeant Cara Dailey

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Nov 1, 2023

Specialist William Esterling: Maestro on a Mission

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Oct 15, 2023

My Story – Senior Airman Guy James

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Sep 10, 2023

Two Sopranos – One Mission

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Aug 20, 2023

From Salsa to Service: Musician 2nd Class Cesar Pimental Ortiz

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Jul 16, 2023

Coast Guard Musician’s Work Transcends Boundaries

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Jun 12, 2023

From Mean Green to Army Green: My Journey as a Musician

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