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Country:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
State:
VIRGINIA
City:
NORFOLK
Street Address:
Building 3602, 1420 Gator Boulevard, Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Virginia 23459, USA
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Program:
Programs
Details:
Basic Course. 21 weeks, leading to Bandsman NEC/MOS. Studies include performance, music theory, aural skills, ensemble rehearsals - concert band, dance band, ceremonial/drill band, combo, improvisation. Advanced Programs include further development of skills in live sound production, rehearsal techniques, arranging, conducting, drum majoring, theory, ear training.
Institution Notes:
Formerly known as the U.S. Armed Forces School of Music, the Naval School of Music is located at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story. The school, officially founded in 1935, is the only one of its kind within the armed forces of the United States. The mission of the school is to provide naval and marine corps musicians with the skills and knowledge required to perform the musical requirements of the Navy and Marine Corps. Students must pass an entrance audition. There is an extensive library consisting mainly of small and large ensemble concert music, jazz ensemble music, marches, and music reference publications. An instrument repair facility is located on campus.
Last Updated:
December 2022