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1812 Overture Concert
Saturday, August 15, 2015 at 7:30 pm
Sylvan Theater, Washington Monument Grounds, Washington, DC
The U.S. Army Band “Pershing’s Own” will continue its annual tradition with the end-of-summer music spectacular: The 1812 Overture Concert at Sylvan Theater (base of the Washington Monument) on Saturday, August 15 at 7:30 p.m. Bring a picnic (no alcohol or glass), a low chair, and a blanket and enjoy this evening of music under the stars (and stripes)! The evening’s music will culminate with Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture complete with live cannon fire supplied by the Presidential Salute Battery of the 3d Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard). Also featured on the program: The U.S. Army Herald Trumpets, The U.S. Army Chorus, and featured instrumentalist, SFC Sam Woodhead, trombone, and vocalists: MSG Alvy Powell of the Army Chorus and SFC Holly Shockey of The U.S. Army Voices.
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A great family fun/date night! Like ALL Army Band events, it’s FREE! No advance tickets are required.
