Premier ensembles featuring the Singing Sergeants and Airmen of Note. Founded 1941. 12 (2 premier + 7 regional + 3 overseas) bands. Entry at E-3 (regional) / E-6 (premier). Motto: Aim High... Fly-Fight-Win.
Two premier ensembles and nine regional active-duty bands stationed worldwide. Regional band musicians with qualifying college credits (45 semester hours) enter at E-3 ($2,697/mo base). USAF Band premier members enter at E-6 Technical Sergeant ($3,555/mo base). The premier band features the Singing Sergeants vocal ensemble, Airmen of Note jazz band, and Max Impact.
Training
Basic Military Training at JBSA-Lackland, TX (7.5 weeks), then Airman's Week. Regional musicians with 45+ college credits enter at E-3. Premier band members enter at E-6 (Technical Sergeant).
Entry Pay Grade
E-3 (regional) / E-6 (premier) — base pay plus BAH, BAS, and special duty pays
Benefits
TRICARE healthcare, 30 days paid leave, GI Bill, retirement after 20 years
Within Air Force bands, musicians perform in specialized groups:
5 current openings from Air Force bands
12 bands across 4 categories
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