Black and Navy Blue: African-American Pioneers of Navy Music
There was a time when African-Americans could serve in the Navy and nowhere else. But over time, when society changed, the Navy became the branch of s...
Music in the Military
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Music-- and musicians-- play an important role in military life. From the history of "Taps" to the importance of the USO, this series explores the place of ceremonial, tactical and recreational music in the US military.
Black and Navy Blue: African-American Pioneers of Navy Music
There was a time when African-Americans could serve in the Navy and nowhere else. But over time, when society changed, the Navy became the branch of s...
Unpacking our National Anthem: The Star-Spangled Banner
You probably know about Francis Scott Key’s inspired poetry, drafted during the bombing of Fort McHenry in Baltimore, but where did the music come fro...
Unpacking our National Anthem: The Star-Spangled Banner
You probably know about Francis Scott Key’s inspired poetry, drafted during the bombing of Fort McHenry in Baltimore, but where did the music come fro...
Cultural Diplomacy
We think of music and art as bringing us pleasure or entertainment. But it can also help in -- of all things -- foreign policy. The State Department...
Cultural Diplomacy
We think of music and art as bringing us pleasure or entertainment. But it can also help in -- of all things -- foreign policy. The State Department...
Ceremonial Brass
Master Sgt. Jari Villanueva, a musician with the United States Air Force Ceremonial Brass, reviews ceremonial music in military, including the histori...
Ceremonial Brass
Master Sgt. Jari Villanueva, a musician with the United States Air Force Ceremonial Brass, reviews ceremonial music in military, including the histori...