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| | CONCERT BAND | |
The Concert Band is comprised of nearly 40 musicians and is the largest performing ensemble within the United States Air Force Band of the Golden West.
It has performed for thousands of listeners in live concert appearances and for millions worldwide via its numerous recordings and television and radio broadcasts. Throughout its history, the Concert Band has collaborated with some of America's leading band conductors, receiving enthusiastic critical acclaim as one of premier musical organizations of its kind.
Touring the western states of California, Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Nevada, the Concert Band performs a wide variety of music. This includes standard concert band/wind ensemble literature, orchestral transcriptions, military marches, jazz and pop arrangements, Broadway standards, and of course, patriotic music. Its wide and varied programs offer something for everyone and is an excellent choice for family entertainment.
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| | | MOBILITY | |
Mobility is an upbeat group of talented musicians bringing you rock, jazz and blues favorites, new and old. As a subdivision of the United States Air Force Band of the Golden West, Mobility travels the West Coast bringing civilians and military personnel entertainment and American pride through music. Mobility consists of Guitar, Bass, Drums, Keyboard, and Vocals -- a perfect combination to bring people to their feet with a smile.
Mobility continues its long tradition of providing as wide-ranging a musical format as possible to meet the desires of its listeners. Its tailored, fast-paced variety shows are presented at events ranging from official military functions, to community relations concerts, fairs and public school concerts throughout the Western United States. This small ensemble's versatility is unmatched. The group's unique blend of music also includes patriotic selections for special occasions.
Much like its name implies, this high-powered group travels extensively throughout California, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Nevada. Mobility regularly entertains eager crowds at professional sporting events such as the games of the Oakland Raiders, San Francisco 49ers, and the Oakland A's. Audiences can rest assured that the band will have them moving too when they’re dancing to Mobility's tunes!
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| | | CEREMONIAL BAND | | |
The Ceremonial Marching Band participates in official military ceremonies, military and civilian parades, and patriotic events for the general public. The size of this unit varies according to the particular event's scope and requirements. More ... | | |
| | | GOLDEN WEST WINDS | | |
The Golden West Winds is the resident woodwind quintet of the United States Air Force Band of the Golden West, Travis Air Force Base. With a repertoire ranging from the early 1800’s to the present day, these five accomplished musicians are equally at home performing the standards of quintet literature, contemporary works, as well as marches and patriotic selections. This quintet engages audiences of all ages with their dynamic chamber music performances. More ... | | |
| | | TRAVIS BRASS | | |
Travis Brass is the multitalented brass group of the United States Air Force Band of the Golden West. From a standard march or traditional brass composition to jazz, ragtime and the popular music of today, this group’s diverse repertoire covers a myriad of styles to exhilarate audiences. More ... | | |
| | | THE COMMANDERS | | |
The Commanders, a newly-revived ensemble coming from the US Air Force Band of the Golden West, carries on the American musical tradition of the great big bands, yet offers a lot more than the big band sounds. This energetic group of highly-trained professional musicians, formed from 18 Airmen, delivers the full gamut of jazz music - traditional jazz, cool, bop, swing, Broadway favorites, and patriotic music. The Commanders offers an entertaining show you won't soon forget! More ... | | |
| | | | THE BLUE YONDERS | | |
As the newest performing group of the USAF Band of the Golden West, The Blue Yonders offer a uniquely entertaining performance featuring traditional and not-so-traditional Irish and Bluegrass music. The six-member ensemble features a variety of instruments: Irish flute, penny whistle, accordion, bodhran, djembe, mandolin, guitar, bass guitar, and of course, plenty of vocals. In addition to time-honored standards, The Blue Yonders put an Irish-bluegrass spin on American classic and modern rock tunes. This eclectic and imaginative group of professional Airmen musicians is certain to have you grinnin' and toe-tappin'. More ... | | |
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