Strike Up the Band!
The U. S. Army Field Band and the Soldiers’ Chorus are setting out to entertain the Northeast with a tour that will include a performance in Springfield Symphony Hall on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at 3pm.
The U.S. Army Field Band & Soldiers’ Chorus will present “This We’ll Defend,” a video-integrated, patriotic concert experience sponsored by MGM Springfield. With the support of more than 100 soldiers in the band, chorus, and behind the scenes, they will perform “We’ll Meet Again,” “Sittin’ on the Dock of the Bay,” Neil Diamond’s “America,” “Battle Hymn of the Republic,” the traditional “Armed Forces Salute.”
“It is going to be an amazing concert with instrumentals and vocalists,” said Spirit of Springfield President Judy Matt. “We are honored to host such a prestigious military musical ensemble.”
Celebrate this great nation and those who are sworn to protect it, as the U. S. Army Field Band honor military service through music and storytelling. Since the Revolutionary War, “This We’ll Defend” has remained the motto of the United States Army. It speaks to the resolve of those who serve, from the Greatest Generation, to today's Soldiers stationed all around the world. Be inspired and entertained as The U.S. Army Field Band shares the meaning behind the motto, "This We'll Defend."
Under the direction of Lt. Colonel Domingos Robinson and Major Richard Winkels. The ensemble tours 100 days per year throughout the United States and abroad. They toured in Scotland in 2023, and are scheduled to tour in Switzerland and Finland this summer.
For more information about the free concert by the U. S. Army Field Band and Soldiers’ Chorus, visit spiritofspringfield.org, email staff@spiritofspringfield.org, or call the Spirit of Springfield at (413) 733-3800.
