US Army Field band

The Soldiers’ Chorus of The U.S. Army Field Band announces the following vacancy:

Alto Vocalist

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Perform as a vocal soloist and singer in the Soldiers’ Chorus of The U.S. Army Field Band

Tour approximately 100-120 days per year in the U.S. and abroad

Perform in small ensembles

Present programs in schools across the nation

Other duties as required in service to the organization

QUALIFICATIONS:

Professional performance experience preferred

Exceptional stage presence as a soloist and ensemble vocalist for live and virtual audiences

Ability to meet Army height/weight standards and maintain a physically fit appearance

Civilian applicants must be 17-34 years of age

U.S. citizen or other qualified resident

Applicants shall submit a resumé that includes a physical address, phone, and email address in PDF format to usarmyfieldbandauditions@mail.mil. Create and share YouTube videos (private links acceptable) with usarmyfieldbandauditions@mail.mil that include ALL of the following:

1: Two contrasting contemporary selections demonstrating commercial performance capabilites (to be selected from current pop, country, Latin, rock, jazz, R&B repertoire)

2: One selection from Musical Theater, Aria, or Art Song

3: A cappella performance of the National Anthem

Following evaluation of submitted materials, select applicants will be invited for an in-person audition and interview. The U.S. Army will pay travel expenses for those applicants upon meeting aptitude, physical, and behavioral standards. Military personnel must be eligible for permanent change of station, submit an Intent to Release memorandum from their unit Commander, and submit and a Soldier Record Brief or equivalent. Questions regarding the audition can be sent to usarmyfieldbandauditions@mail.mil