Army Band Musician

Job Description

Are you a music enthusiast looking to forge a fulfilling career while bringing joy to communities? If so, we invite you to join our Army Band as a Military Musician! In this vibrant role, you will showcase your talents across a range of musical styles, such as rock, jazz, and more, adding energy to various events and ceremonies.

As a Military Musician, you will master one or more instruments, including tuba, trombone, euphonium, bassoon, electric bass guitar, saxophone, flute, piccolo, oboe, clarinet, French horn, percussion, cornet, trumpet, guitar, or keyboard.

Your main responsibilities will include performing and rehearsing within various ensembles of the Army Band. To join, you'll need to excel in auditions that highlight your musical skills.

Job Duties
In this role, you will:
• Perform across diverse musical genres, from ceremonial events to jazz ensembles and more.
• Deliver solo performances while contributing to full concert band music.
• Tune your instrument with precision.
• Transpose moderately easy music.

Skills You Will Acquire
This exciting position offers the chance to learn:
• Private instrumental instruction techniques.
• Foundation in essential music theory.
• Sight singing and ear training skills.
• Group instrumental techniques.
• Advanced percussion techniques.

Helpful Skills
Our ideal candidates often bring:
• Advanced proficiency on their chosen instrument.
• A solid understanding of music theory and harmony.
• The ability to remain calm and confident during performances.
• The versatility to play multiple instruments.

Joining the Army Band means not only honing your musical abilities but also collaborating with other talented musicians and preparing for a dynamic career in orchestras, bands, and various venues from nightclubs to concert halls.

Earn While You Learn
Why pay for your training when you can get paid to learn? In the Army National Guard, you will acquire invaluable music skills while earning a steady income and qualifying for tuition assistance.

The training for the Military Musician position consists of 10 weeks of Basic Training focused on fundamental Soldiering skills, followed by up to 23 weeks of Advanced Individual Training, depending on your musical background.

Benefits and Requirements

Benefits
• Paid training.
• A monthly paycheck.
• Montgomery GI Bill benefits.
• Federal and State tuition assistance.
• Retirement benefits for part-time service.
• Affordable life insurance coverage (up to $400,000).
• 401(k)-type savings plan.
• Student Loan Repayment Program (up to $50,000 for existing loans).
• Healthcare benefits available.
• VA home loans.
• Potential bonuses.
• Most non-prior service candidates can expect to earn between $200 and $250 per drill weekend, subject to change.

Requirements
• Must enlist in the Army National Guard.
• Be at least a junior in high school or possess a high school diploma/GED.
• Age requirement: 17 to 35.
• Pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards.
• Meet citizenship requirements.

Enrollment into this role requires military enlistment. Programs and benefits may be subject to change. Please contact an Army National Guard recruiter for the most up-to-date information. Actual assignment may depend on availability.