The director of "The President's Own" feels a connection to history when conducting.
Burke resident Col. Michael J. Colburn has participated in seven presidential inaugurations with "The President's Own" United States Marine Band, starting in 1989 for George H. W. Bush. Monday will be his third inauguration as director of the prestigious group. Of all the duties and responsibilities of the Marine Band, none of them is more special than the presidential inauguration, Colburn said. "It’s a combination of emotions," he said. "It’s thrilling and a little scary and very meaningful to anyone who is interested in American History." The Marine Band was established by an Act of Congress in 1798. It's purpose is unique — to provide music for the President of the United States and the Commandant of the Marine Corps. Monday's …
U.S. Marine Band members encourage interest in music.
One boy gripped his trumpet book as he listened intently to members of The President's Own United States Marine Band at Keene Mill Elementary School. A Brass Quintet performed as part of the Marine Band's annual Music in the Schools (MITS) educational outreach in the metropolitan D.C. area. "Music is a valuable part of a well-rounded education and teaches children many creative skills not available in other curricula," the concert program said. Keene Mill Band Director Susan Deck said Principal Renee Miller invited the Marine Band to the school. "Mrs. Miller is all about giving our students the opportunity to become well-rounded young citizens," she said. The members of the Brass Quintet were: "You come to school to learn how things work…
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