The U.S. Army Concert Band represents the Army and the nation through a wide range of concerts, ceremonies, educational outreach initiatives, and high-visibility public performances. The ensemble regularly appears at major national and international music events, including the Midwest Clinic International Band and Orchestra Conference and the American Bandmasters Association.
During the summer months, the Concert Band performs outdoor concerts near the National Mall and at venues throughout the Washington, DC area. Additional performance opportunities include recording sessions, chamber music, state functions, and military ceremonies supporting national and international diplomacy efforts.
Audition InformationAuditions will be held at Brucker Hall, home of The United States Army Band “Pershing’s Own” at 400 McNair Road, Fort Myer, Virginia 22211-1306.
All candidates have the choice of playing a live and/or recorded preliminary audition.
Candidates that do not advance from a recording are encouraged to still attend the live preliminary audition on February 8th-9th, 2027.
For civilian candidates that advance from a recording into the semi-finals, the U.S. Army will cover travel expenses (pending enlistment qualification and funding approval).
The semi-final round, and any subsequent rounds, will take place on February 8th-9th, 2027.
Audition Dates
Deadline to Submit Recorded Preliminary AuditionDecember 14th, 2026
Deadline to Apply for the Live Preliminary AuditionJanuary 25th, 2027
Live AuditionsFebruary 8th-9th, 2027
Eligibility
All applicants must meet basic enlistment standards for The U.S. Army including:
Age 17-42 at the time of the audition
Currently hold U.S. Citizenship
Meet height/weight standards
Meet medical, moral, and physical requirements. If you have any preexisting medical conditions, recent surgeries, or criminal history, please consult with your local Army Recruiter prior to applying to confirm enlistment eligibility.
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