Armed Forces School of Music Army Element

The Armed Forces School of Music Army Element is a specialized unit within the United States Army, dedicated to training Army musicians for service in military bands. Established in 1951 at the Naval Amphibious Base Little Creek in Virginia, the School of Music is a joint-service institution, training members of the Army, Navy, and Marine Corps. The Army Element provides instruction in music theory, instrumental performance, and military ceremonial duties, ensuring soldiers are prepared for a variety of musical and official functions. Over the decades, graduates have supported Army ceremonies, public events, and troop morale both at home and overseas.