Re: Military Band Question


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Posted by anon on January 18, 2003 at 18:14:31:

In Reply to: Military Band Question posted by Matt A on January 18, 2003 at 15:11:44:

my experiences might not be the norm, but you are asking. any warm body that knows how to hold an instrument can get it. the military will sell you the benefits before they try to sell you the quality of musicianship. go hear your local fort band first. my "leadership" has also left a lot to be desired.

as far as assignments go, as a first termer they try to hook you up with station of choice, but only of what's available. they will offer korea or a division band first, because that's what they are mandated to fill first. hope you like the desert.

any military benefits you recieve are also afforded your spouse, except loan repayment. if you really want to join a military band, go for a premier band. that way, you won't have to be bothered with all of the extraneous and sometimes time-wasting military experiences.


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