Musician job

Some of the most important and exciting careers in the country are performed by U.S. Army Soldiers. Whether it’s working with computers to assisting physicians to fixing helicopters or playing a musical instrument in the band, there’s an Army job that’s right for you. See for yourself the long list of job and leadership training opportunities that give you the skills and strength to succeed in the Army and in life. Music plays an important role in the Army. Members of Army Bands are involved in the vibrant tradition of performing at Army ceremonies, parades, concerts, festivals, dances and many other events. Musicians perform in a variety of ensembles ranging from ceremonial band to jazz band to small ensembles, playing all styles of music.
Job training for a Bands person consists of nine weeks of Basic Training, during which you'll learn basic Soldiering skills. You'll also need up to weeks of Advanced Individual Training at the Armed Forces School of Music in Norfolk, VA. Training length can vary depending on your level of instrumental proficiency. Private instrumental instruction. Music theory. Sight singing and ear training. Group instrumental techniques. Percussion techniques. Playing in or leading bands, orchestras, combos, jazz groups or small ensembles. Performing for ceremonies, parades, concerts, festivals and dances
Transposing moderately easy music. Rehearsing and learning new music when not performing. The training and salary you get are only some of the ways the Army strengthens you for tomorrow. The Army Band also offers a variety of comprehensive benefits that includes Additional Cash Bonus prorated by the amount of college you have, Professional quality instruments, supplies and music provided free of charge, Enlistment bonuses for specific instruments, Life insurance and other essential benefits at low or no cost, Comprehensive health care, Generous vacation time, Retirement Savings Plan, Family services and support groups, Special pay for special duties, Cash allowances to cover the cost of living.
The Army Band Program is open to talented musicians, male or female, who are qualified to enlist in the Army and can pass a prearranged audition with an instrument of their choice. The Army Bands person specializes in one of the instruments like Tuba, Trombone, Euphonium, Bassoon, Electric Bass Guitar, Saxophone, Flute or Piccolo, Oboe, Clarinet, French horn, Percussion, Cornet or Trumpet, Guitar, Keyboard. Performing all applicable styles of music. Performing auxiliary percussion in a ceremonial band. Healthy and in good physical condition, in good moral standing, High School or equivalent education, enlistment in the U.S. Army are some more requirements for this job.