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Naval School of Music This is the Official page of Naval School of Music (NAVSOM). The NAVSOM provides specialized music training for select Navy and Marine Corps personnel.

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The Naval School of Music provides specialized training for selected personnel of the Navy and Marine Corps. This unique facility, the largest of its kind in the world, provides basic and advanced levels of instruction to military musicians of the Navy and Marine Corps to prepare them for the challenges of performance within a wide variety of military ensembles. Following basic training, Sailors and Marines report to the Naval School of Music to enhance their musical and military knowledge preparing them to receive the musician designator (NEC/MOS) and ultimate assignment to a fleet band. The basic course encompasses the fundamentals of music theory and ear training as well as instrumental performance. During their career, military musicians can apply for advanced training at the Naval School of Music to develop skills in live sound production, rehearsal techniques, music arranging, conducting, drum majoring, theory and ear training. The Naval School of Music plays a vital role in developing the military musician and its graduates go on to become musical ambassadors on ships and stations throughout the world. COMMUNITY GUIDELINES:

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๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽ‰Lance Corporal Shelby Pocono was selected as the Naval School of Music Student of the Month for August. A skilled clar...
10/16/2026

๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽ‰Lance Corporal Shelby Pocono was selected as the Naval School of Music Student of the Month for August. A skilled clarinetist from Pennsylvania, she studied Music Education and Instrumental Performance at Westminster College before enlisting in the Marine Corps. She draws musical inspiration from renowned clarinetist Sabine Meyer.

Lance Corporal Pocono joined the Marine Corps to travel and serve her country through music. Her dedication to uniform standards, military bearing, and musical excellence earned her recognition as Student of the Month. Bravo Zulu!

๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽ‰ Please join us in congratulating our Fiscal Year 2026 Military Instructors of the Year!๐ŸŽ–๏ธJunior Instructor of the Yea...
10/15/2026

๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽ‰ Please join us in congratulating our Fiscal Year 2026 Military Instructors of the Year!

๐ŸŽ–๏ธJunior Instructor of the Year
Sergeant (Sgt) Josiah Rushing

๐ŸŽ–๏ธMid-Grade Instructor of the Year
Musician First Class (MU1) Jason Lucker

๐ŸŽ–๏ธSenior Instructor of the Year
Chief Musician (MUC) Jacob Stith

๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽ‰Please join us in congratulating our newest Basic Music Course graduates! This course prepares Sailors and Marines wit...
10/14/2026

๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽ‰Please join us in congratulating our newest Basic Music Course graduates! This course prepares Sailors and Marines with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in military bands. Performing in a wide variety of music ensembles and genres, while studying academics like music theory and ear training, ensures these professionals are ready to excel in the Fleet. Military musicians inspire patriotism, build public awareness of our military services, and support warfighters at home and abroad.

BMC Class 26080 graduates listed in order from left to right:

Lance Corporal (LCpl) Mekhi L. Buford
LCpl Kevin D. Hernandez
LCpl Jacob P. Jolly
LCpl Aniel I. Sanchez-Cruz
LCpl Keller E. Wentz
LCpl Cody D. Trowbridge
LCpl Aidan J. Manibusan

10/14/2026
๐ŸŽ‰Lance Corporal Aniel I. Sanchez-Cruz was selected as the Student of the Month for September. He is a talented saxophoni...
10/08/2026

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Lance Corporal Aniel I. Sanchez-Cruz was selected as the Student of the Month for September. He is a talented saxophonist from Puerto Rico and he joined the Marine Corps to serve his country though music. He draws his musical inspiration from Cultura Profetica and Irakere. His dedication to leading his peers, musical excellence, and understanding of music as a soft-power earned him recognition as the September Student of the Month. Bravo Zulu!๐Ÿ‘

10/07/2026

Applications are now open for the United States Navy Band Young Artist Solo Competition!

Each year, students submit recordings for preliminary consideration. Then a select number of finalists will be invited to Washington D.C. to audition in person. All finalists are invited to perform an ensemble selection side by side with the Concert Band, the top three students receive cash prizes up to $1000 and the grand-prize winner performs as the featured soloist with the Concert Band.

The competition is open to students nationwide in grades 9-12. Application Materials are due by Jan. 11, 2027. The Live Finals Competition will be held on March 20, and the Winners Concert will take place on May 8 at Hylton Performing Arts Center in Manassas, Va.

Visit our website to learn more: https://www.navyband.navy.mil/education/young-artist-solo-competition

10/07/2026

๐ŸŽท Applications are open for the 2027 International Saxophone Symposium!

Join the U.S. Navy Band Jan. 8-9, 2027, at George Mason University in Fairfax, Va., for two days featuring performances, masterclasses, lectures and more.

Applications are available for recitals, lectures, college quartet series, classical masterclasses, high school honors recital and jazz saxophone competitions, junior and senior divisions.

๐Ÿ“… All applications are due Oct. 14.

Apply today: https://www.navyband.navy.mil/saxophone/application
Learn more: https://www.navyband.navy.mil/saxophone/

09/30/2026

The United States Navy Band is seeking a soprano vocalist for an immediate opening in the Sea Chanters Chorus!

๐Ÿ“… Apply by Oct. 19, 2026
๐ŸŽต Live audition: Nov. 2โ€“3, 2026

Interested? Find application requirements, audition materials, and additional information at https://www.navyband.navy.mil/career-opportunities/usnb-auditions

09/30/2026

๐ŸŽถCalling all qualified bassoonists!๐ŸŽถ

Scan the QR code to learn more!

Your next gig could be with us! ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐ŸŽต

09/08/2026

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1420 Gator Boulevard
Virginia Beach, VA
23459

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Monday 7am - 4pm
Tuesday 7am - 4pm
Wednesday 7am - 4pm
Thursday 7am - 4pm
Friday 7am - 4pm

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