America's Musicians

In the world of music, there are individuals whose talents extend far beyond the stage into the realms of service...

I don’t come from a musical family, but I believe fate will have its way no matter what we’re born into....

SBO+: This month marks a slight departure from our usual approach in “America’s Musicians.” Usually, the military musician tells their...

221115-A-MC125-1936 CARTAGENA, Colombia (Nov. 14, 2022) Musician 2nd Class Cesar Pimentel Ortiz, from Caguas, Puerto Rico, assigned to U.S. Fleet...

Traveling more than 7,000 miles away from New London, Ct. to Chennai, India, Musician First Class (MU1) Meera Gudipati has...

“Are you sure about this?” my mother asked with a slight twinge of worry. “We support your decision and are...

My experience as a musician in the Marine Corps has offered me the opportunity to do the most incredible things,...

Technical sergeant (TSgt) Erick Quintanilla is a citizen Airman, serving as both a musician in the Air National Guard Band...

Musician 1st Class Adele Demi joined the United States Navy Concert and Ceremonial Band in 2012 as a clarinet instrumentalist....

First Female Principal Trumpet in “The President’s Own” In September 2022, Gunnery Sgt. Amy McCabe was officially announced as principal...

Sgt. Maj. of the Army Michael A. Grinston hosts the Medal of Honor Reception for U.S. Army Master Sgt. Matthew...

Playing an instrument is not just about becoming a musician… It’s about developing your heart.” - Technical Sgt. Kelly Cho,...