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The United States Air Force Band of the Rockies is a classical music ensemble that has been entertaining audiences for over 60 years. The band was founded in 1954 and is based at Peterson Air Force Base in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The ensemble is made up of 45 professional musicians who are all members of the United States Air Force. The band's mission is to represent the United States Air Force and the United States military through music. They perform a wide variety of music, including classical, jazz, and popular music. The band also performs at military ceremonies, public concerts, and educational outreach events. The band's main members include the conductor, Colonel Daniel L. Price, and the band's principal musicians. The principal musicians include the concertmaster, Master Sergeant Jennifer Daffinee, and the principal trumpet player, Master Sergeant David Kummer. The band also features a number of talented vocalists, including Technical Sergeant Kaitlyn McMonigle and Technical Sergeant Tyler Hudson. Over the years, the United States Air Force Band of the Rockies has performed at a number of major events and received numerous awards. One of the band's most notable performances was at the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City, Utah. The band performed at the opening and closing ceremonies of the games, as well as at a number of other events throughout the games. The band has also performed at a number of other major events, including the National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, D.C., and the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta in New Mexico. In addition, the band has performed at a number of military ceremonies, including change of command ceremonies and retirement ceremonies. The United States Air Force Band of the Rockies has received numerous awards and accolades over the years. In 2019, the band was awarded the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award for their outstanding performance and service to the United States Air Force. The band has also received the Air Force Organizational Excellence Award and the Air Force Meritorious Unit Award. In addition to their performances, the United States Air Force Band of the Rockies is also committed to educational outreach. The band offers a number of educational programs for students of all ages, including master classes, workshops, and performances. The band also offers a summer music camp for high school students, where they can learn from the band's professional musicians and perform in a concert with the band. Overall, the United States Air Force Band of the Rockies is a talented and dedicated ensemble that has been entertaining audiences for over 60 years. With their commitment to excellence and their dedication to serving the United States Air Force and the United States military, the band is sure to continue to be a major force in the world of classical music for years to come.

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