The United States Air Force Concert Band & Singing Sergeants Coming to RiverCenter March 26th
Staff Report From Columbus CEO
Friday, March 17th, 2017
For its 76th anniversary year, the internationally-recognized United States Air Force Concert Band and Singing Sergeants will perform at RiverCenter March 26th at 4:00 PM! Remaining true to the Air Force’s pioneering spirit, these two highly-respected professional musical organizations honor those who have served and represent the selfless service and sacrifices to ensure the freedoms we enjoy as citizens of the United States of America.
The United States Air Force Concert Band is comprised of 177 of the finest Airmen-musicians in the world and performs a wide variety of music ranging from classical transcriptions and original works to solo features, light classics, popular favorites and patriotic selections. They also frequently perform for national television broadcasts and online videos, including the band’s annual holiday flashmobs, viewed by millions worldwide.
The Singing Sergeants, known as the official chorus of the United States Air Force, is one of the most versatile and traveled choral organizations in the world today. Comprised of 20 professional Airmen-vocalists, they perform a large repertoire, including choral classics, opera, Broadway, folk songs, jazz, and popular and patriotic standards.
“The musical mastery and military professionalism demonstrated by these Airmen will stir up a strong sense of nationalism and patriotic emotion for every onlooker. It is a concert that will bring together a sense of community,” remarks Executive Director, Norman Easterbrook.
RiverCenter will present The United States Air Force Concert Band and Singing Sergeants as part of its RiverCenter Music Series. Admission is free to the public and tickets must be picked up at RiverCenter’s Box Office (Mon.–Fri. from 10am–5:30pm), by phone at 706.256.3612. Limit of 4 tickets per person.