Author: ken
Date: 2002-04-21 17:07
Yes, the band's name is deceiving and commonly mistaken as a part-time reserve unit. I can't remember how many calls we used to get from people or those who approached us at concerts asking/assuming we were weekend warriors. Skimming their website, and "about us" section, I didn't see it specifically stated one way or another (active duty or NOT a reserve unit) which only adds to the confusion.
Occasionally, in the year or so I've frequented this URL, I've seen active duty USAF bandsmen post, usually to announce an upcoming audition/opening in their particular. I believe the Webmaster has also permitted a listing or two of some of the active duty USAF band's contact info and links elsewhere on the site. I myself have never seen any postings or individual identifying themselves as an ANG member, not to say they haven't and I missed it.
I started years ago (1978) in the now deactivated (reassigned to Peoria, Il) Chicago O’Hare Airport ANG Band. I've augmented the Scott Band on several tours the past 2 years and during one last August drove to Lambert Field and sat in for a morning rehearsal with the St. Louis ANG Band. They're a great bunch of people, good talent, laid back and into their music. There are a lot of jazzers in the band but the Commander's emphasis is on concert/ceremonial band. A clarinetist I've known for years was a member of that ANG band and went active duty to the Scott Band. Last I was in contact with the St. Louis band, their slot was still available with a 2nd projected opening upon retirement of another clarinetist.
If you're just kicking tires, peruse the active duty sites including the USAF Band site in Washington, D.C., they'll provide the most current information on enlisted/officer opportunities and vocal/instrumental openings. If you're interested in any ANG Band, call the band Commander at Scott and/or ask for their auditions representative, they should maintain a complete listing and contact info of every exisitng military band in DoD and happy to help you out.
Best of Luck! v/r KEN
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