Musicians representing nine Navy Bands from the East Coast and overseas will offer their second virtual concerts on Facebook today, beginning promptly at noon. Today’s line-up features musicians from Navy Band Northeast’s Trident Brass Quintet, Crosswinds Quintet, Protocol Combo and Top Shelf Brass Band. After the concert, viewers are encouraged to stay after the show to submit questions live with select band members, beginning at 12:30 p.m.
By using streaming video technology and through hours of planning, the band members collectively recorded songs from remote locations to compile this weekend’s concerts. “Each year we look forward to performing at Times Square and taking part in the New York City celebration. Music is a common bond that often brings people together, and promotes joy,” said Lt. Joel Borrelli-Boudreau, Director of Navy Band Northeast. “This new format will allow us to continue to connect with you in a meaningful way, and you will be able to see performances from nearly every musical group we have.”
In addition to the concert, today’s schedule of events includes:
9 a.m. – Take a virtual tour of U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Katherine Walker (WLM-552) from Bayonne, New Jersey.
10 a.m. – Hear a special message from Troy E. Black, the 19th and current Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, regarding the annual Tug-of-War challenge.
2 p.m. – See a flashback performance by the U.S. Marine Corps Battle Color Detachment conducted at Father Duffy Square.
3 p.m. – Take a look at a high-energy U.S. Marine Corps Air Show demonstration.
3 p.m. – Learn about the Marine Corps Gunner on Instagram. Gunners have taken part in the molding and perfection of tactical weapons employment.
4 p.m. – Hear a narrated U.S. Coast Guard Search and Rescue demonstration.
6 p.m. – Take a look at New York’s Naval History presented by Naval History and Heritage Command.
Additional content will appear on social media throughout the day, including a photo contest where people can share their favorite #SelfieWithASailor moment from previous Fleet Weeks, and shout-outs from New York natives aboard USS Wasp (LHD 1).
Check VirtualFleetWeekNYC’s social media platforms as noted above to view these events: FleetWeekNewYork on Facebook or @FleetWeekNYC on Instagram. Join the conversation on social media by using #VirtualFleetWeekNYC.