05/10/2026
A Fond Farewell to Lance Corporal Jason Kenny
Although Lance Corporal Jason Kenny officially retired from military service in July, we were delighted to welcome him back to the Fusiliers Band last week so that we could formally thank him for his service and make a presentation to mark his retirement.
Jason's military musical journey began in 1988 when he joined the 6th Battalion The Royal Regiment of Fusiliers as a drummer. He then learned to play the cornet and attended his first camp in the late 1980s, embarking on a remarkable career that included training at the Army Junior School of Music in Bovington and the Royal Military School of Music, Kneller Hall, before serving with a number of Army bands throughout his career, including the Duke of Kent's Band, Adjutant General's Corps Band, Royal Irish Band, King's Division Band and the Royal Logistic Corps Band.
In 2015, following a successful Regular Army career, Jason joined the Army Reserve and became a member of the Fusiliers Band, where he remained until his retirement.
Many members will know Jason primarily as a clarinettist, but his versatility saw him move around the section whenever required, and also supporting on saxophone when required. He was always willing to help wherever he could, taking on library duties, supporting and mentoring younger musicians, and sharing the benefit of his extensive experience. Jason also possessed an encyclopaedic knowledge of music theory, repertoire and composers; sometimes annoyingly so, but always with the aim of helping others develop and learn.
Jason's dedication and good humour have made him a valued friend and colleague, and he leaves the band with the respect and gratitude of all who have served alongside him.
On behalf of everyone in the Fusiliers Band, we thank Jason for his many years of service and wish him every happiness and success in his well-earned retirement.
Once a Fusilier, always a Fusilier.
