The U.S. Army Field Band tours the entire nation every two and a half years, with national and international performances supported by local organizations. Local presenters provide a concert venue and handle publicity, while the Army covers transportation, meals, and lodging.
Concerts often support community events such as centennials and festivals, with tour planning beginning a year in advance.
All concerts are free and must be open to the public without discrimination, ensuring equal access to admission, seating, and facilities.
The U.S. Army Field Band's Concert Band and Soldiers’ Chorus, the Army's premier touring ensembles, are comprised of a 60-piece concert band and a 24-voice chorus, featuring highly trained musicians from renowned institutions across the country. With over 75 years of performances, they tour nationally and internationally, presenting a program of classical, pop, patriotic, and show tunes that appeal to all audiences. In addition to formal concerts, they provide educational outreach and perform at high-profile events such as presidential inaugurations. All performances are free to the public.
The Jazz Ambassadors, the official touring big band of the United States Army, perform a versatile program that spans from the big band sounds of the 1940s to contemporary jazz, earning them international acclaim. Known for connecting with audiences of all ages, they have performed at prestigious venues such as the Kennedy Center and Carnegie Hall, and have shared the stage with renowned artists like Gordon Goodwin and the Dave Brubeck All-Star Quintet. In addition to public concerts, the Jazz Ambassadors offer clinics for schools and frequently collaborate with symphony orchestras. Their concerts are admission-free.