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United States of America

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Romantic

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Band

 

The United States Coast Guard Band is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 1925. It is one of the five premier military bands in the United States and is the official band of the United States Coast Guard. The band is based in New London, Connecticut and is made up of 55 members. The band was founded by Lieutenant Charles Benter, who was a member of the Coast Guard Academy Band. He saw the need for a professional band to represent the Coast Guard and to perform at official events. The band's first performance was on March 1, 1925, at the inauguration of President Calvin Coolidge. Over the years, the band has performed at many important events, including the inauguration of President John F. Kennedy in 1961 and the bicentennial celebration of the United States Constitution in 1987. The band has also performed at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and at Carnegie Hall. The band's main members include the conductor, Lieutenant Commander Adam Williamson, and the principal musicians, who are all members of the Coast Guard. The band is made up of musicians who play a variety of instruments, including brass, woodwinds, percussion, and strings. One of the highlights of the band's performances was its participation in the 2009 Presidential Inaugural Parade. The band marched down Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, D.C., and performed for President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden. The band has also received many awards and honors over the years. In 2015, the band was awarded the Sudler Trophy, which is the highest honor that can be given to a military band. The band has also received the Coast Guard Meritorious Unit Commendation and the Coast Guard Unit Commendation. In addition to its performances, the band is also involved in community outreach programs. The band performs at schools and community events and also offers music education programs for students. Overall, the United States Coast Guard Band is a highly respected classical music ensemble that has a long history of performing at important events and receiving awards and honors. The band's dedication to music and community outreach has made it a valuable asset to the Coast Guard and to the United States as a whole.

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