MISSION STATEMENT

The U.S. Army Europe and Africa Band and Chorus provides premier musical support to U.S. Army Europe and Africa by inspiring Soldiers, strengthening allied and partner relationships, and advancing U.S. national interests. Through world-class performances for military, diplomatic, and civic events across Europe and Africa, the organization serves as the Army’s musical ambassador, builds readiness through morale, and reinforces trust with multinational audiences.

CORE FUNCTIONS

The U.S. Army Europe & Africa Band and Chorus core functions support military observances, foster morale, and conduct cultural outreach to build partnerships and understanding through:

• Ceremonial Support: Provide musical support for official military ceremonies, to include changes of command, reviews, parades, memorial observances, and major historical commemorations.

• International Diplomacy: Represent the United States and the U.S. Army in international military tattoos, commemorations, and multinational events, reinforcing interoperability and allied partnerships.

• Public Diplomacy: Serve as cultural ambassadors, communicating U.S. Army values and fostering understanding with host-nation publics and international audiences.

• Morale and Community Outreach: Enhance Soldier and Family readiness through morale-building performances and engagement with local communities and diplomatic guests in diverse musical settings.

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VISION

To be the foremost military music organization in Europe and Africa—strengthening trust in the U.S. Army, inspiring current and future generations, and advancing diplomatic and multinational relationships by putting a human face on U.S. Army Europe and Africa through excellence in performance.