my son's godfather was part of the ceremonial guard 3 yrs ago this summer. he was incredible and seeing thes guys preform last summer was definately a treat:)
"The official line is; we are musicians first, soldiers second. Our primary role in life is to provide music in support of the army, in and out of operations. But, we are always ready to assume an operational role when required."
Skip to 7:50 to hear directly from the mouth of the Director of Music, Band of the Grenadier Guards.
The Quantico Marine Band scenes of the 1980's would have put this scene to shame. Too bad the Naval Reserve Band has had a diminished role in the Tattoo over the years, but even more disappointing is that the Quantico, Marine Band has not been involved in a long time.
Good scene, but very much like the Naval Reserve National Band scenes of the 1980's. The choice of the music is not as good, but the CG do have impressive uniforms.
Haha I flipped when i saw my rank's dressing in this video (percussion plus 1 sax) - the days after this were muuuch better thanks to seeing this put up.
Just to clear up a few things, the band invented and learned this routine in the span of 2 half-day rehearsals - as a complimenting band routine was suddenly requested last-minute.
Also @ emptyangel, there are lots of people in CG who have deployed to Afghanistan and elsewhere - even a few within the band & pipes.
my son's godfather was part of the ceremonial guard 3 yrs ago this summer. he was incredible and seeing thes guys preform last summer was definately a treat:)
stefansmom 1 year ago
The band does a very nice job in every respect. Thanks for posting this video.
trapezemusic 2 years ago
In Canada, we are soldiers first and foremost. We are sworn in as such.
Giggles154242 2 years ago
/watch?v=Srazc88oN2g
"The official line is; we are musicians first, soldiers second. Our primary role in life is to provide music in support of the army, in and out of operations. But, we are always ready to assume an operational role when required."
Skip to 7:50 to hear directly from the mouth of the Director of Music, Band of the Grenadier Guards.
emptyangel 2 years ago
The Quantico Marine Band scenes of the 1980's would have put this scene to shame. Too bad the Naval Reserve Band has had a diminished role in the Tattoo over the years, but even more disappointing is that the Quantico, Marine Band has not been involved in a long time.
doctored66 2 years ago
Good scene, but very much like the Naval Reserve National Band scenes of the 1980's. The choice of the music is not as good, but the CG do have impressive uniforms.
doctored66 2 years ago
Colin Madeiros,
I can hear your glorious sound in Gibraltar!
Dunavec 2 years ago
Haha I flipped when i saw my rank's dressing in this video (percussion plus 1 sax) - the days after this were muuuch better thanks to seeing this put up.
Just to clear up a few things, the band invented and learned this routine in the span of 2 half-day rehearsals - as a complimenting band routine was suddenly requested last-minute.
Also @ emptyangel, there are lots of people in CG who have deployed to Afghanistan and elsewhere - even a few within the band & pipes.
Roo4You 2 years ago
1:04 best song i think ive heard for the military
pyemaster3 2 years ago
Let's leave it at that.
Both the Ceremonial Guards and Foot Guards are at a level of their own.
emptyangel 2 years ago