Posted by Jack Tilbury on August 24, 2000 at 10:31:28:
The United States Army Band
"Pershing's Own"
announces one vacancy
for
TUBA
The United States Army an immediate opening for Tuba with The US Army Ceremonial Band, the premier ceremonial ensemble of the Army.
The applicant must demonstrate excellent sight-reading skills as well as proficiency in varied styles. Regular duties include performance with The Army Ceremonial Band and the Army Brass Band and may include performance in The Army Concert Band, The Army Orchestra, and chamber music ensembles.
Applicants will be expected to meet all standards required to enlist in the Armed Forces to include a physical examination. Maximum age is 34. An extensive background investigation will be conducted on the accepted candidate to ensure suitability for White House support duties. Please submit a resume and a cassette tape. Tape must include examples of technical proficiency in a variety of musical styles.
Send materials no later than 1 October 2000 to:
Commander
The United States Army Band
ATTN: Auditions-Tuba
204 Lee Avenue
Fort Myer, Virginia 22211-1199
(703) 696-3643 FAX (703) 696-3904
http://www.army.mil/armyband/
In addition to a rewarding musical experience, members enjoy a full range of military benefits to include medical and dental care, 30-days paid vacation a year, a permanent duty assignment to Ft Myer, Virginia, and educational benefits such as the College Loan Repayment Program which can help pay off existing college loans up to $65,000. Current annual salary level for a Staff Sergeant is $30,250 - $34,700.