Royal Marines Band Service

Armed Forces Day

Pictured: Prime Minister David Cameron talks to troops at the Armed Forces Day National Event in Plymouth. Story: People came in their thousands for the fourth annual Armed Forces Day national event held in Plymouth this year, to join in the celebrations and show their support for the men and women of the Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force.

Armed Forces Day

Pictured: Story: People came in their thousands for the fourth annual Armed Forces Day national event held in Plymouth this year, to join in the celebrations and show their support for the men and women of the Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force.

Armed Forces Day

Pictured: Story: People came in their thousands for the fourth annual Armed Forces Day national event held in Plymouth this year, to join in the celebrations and show their support for the men and women of the Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force.

Armed Forces Day

Pictured: HRH Prince Edward talking to Air Cadets at the Armed Forces National Event in Plymouth. Story: People came in their thousands for the fourth annual Armed Forces Day national event held in Plymouth this year, to join in the celebrations and show their support for the men and women of the Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force.

Armed Forces Day

Pictured: HRH Prince Edward talking to Sea Cadets at the Armed Forces National Event in Plymouth. Story: People came in their thousands for the fourth annual Armed Forces Day national event held in Plymouth this year, to join in the celebrations and show their support for the men and women of the Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force.

Armed Forces Day

Pictured: 1st Sea Lord Admiral Sir Mark Stanhope chats to troops at the Armed Forces Day National Event in Plymouth. Story: People came in their thousands for the fourth annual Armed Forces Day national event held in Plymouth this year, to join in the celebrations and show their support for the men and women of the Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force.

Armed Forces Day

Pictured: 1st Sea Lord Admiral Sir Mark Stanhope, talks with Sgt Kris Sullivan, Royal Air Force at the Armed Forces Day National Event in Plymouth. Story: People came in their thousands for the fourth annual Armed Forces Day national event held in Plymouth this year, to join in the celebrations and show their support for the men and women of the Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force.

Armed Forces Day

Pictured: Type 23 frigate HMS Argyll conducts a steampast at the Armed Forces Day National Event in Plymouth. Story: People came in their thousands for the fourth annual Armed Forces Day national event held in Plymouth this year, to join in the celebrations and show their support for the men and women of the Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force.

Armed Forces Day

Pictured: The Royal Marines Band salute HRH Prince Edward at the Armed Forces Day National Event in Plymouth. Story: People came in their thousands for the fourth annual Armed Forces Day national event held in Plymouth this year, to join in the celebrations and show their support for the men and women of the Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force.

Armed Forces Day

Pictured: Story: People came in their thousands for the fourth annual Armed Forces Day national event held in Plymouth this year, to join in the celebrations and show their support for the men and women of the Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force.

Armed Forces Day

Pictured: Story: People came in their thousands for the fourth annual Armed Forces Day national event held in Plymouth this year, to join in the celebrations and show their support for the men and women of the Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force.

Armed Forces Day

Pictured: Members of all the Armed Forces and veterans on parade at the Armed Forces Day National Event in Plymouth. Story: People came in their thousands for the fourth annual Armed Forces Day national event held in Plymouth this year, to join in the celebrations and show their support for the men and women of the Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force.

Armed Forces Day

Pictured: Story: People came in their thousands for the fourth annual Armed Forces Day national event held in Plymouth this year, to join in the celebrations and show their support for the men and women of the Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force.

Armed Forces Day

Pictured: The Red Arrows provide a thrilling finale to the Armed Forces Day National Event Plymouth. Story: People came in their thousands for the fourth annual Armed Forces Day national event held in Plymouth this year, to join in the celebrations and show their support for the men and women of the Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force.

Armed Forces Day

Pictured: The Red Arrows provide a thrilling finale to the Armed Forces Day National Event Plymouth. Story: People came in their thousands for the fourth annual Armed Forces Day national event held in Plymouth this year, to join in the celebrations and show their support for the men and women of the Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force.

Armed Forces Day

Pictured: Prime Minister David Cameron talks to troops at the Armed Forces Day National Event in Plymouth. Story: People came in their thousands for the fourth annual Armed Forces Day national event held in Plymouth this year, to join in the celebrations and show their support for the men and women of the Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force.

Armed Forces Day

Pictured: The crowd was estimated at 30,000 at the Armed Forces National Event in Plymouth. Story: People came in their thousands for the fourth annual Armed Forces Day national event held in Plymouth this year, to join in the celebrations and show their support for the men and women of the Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force.

Military musicians entertain thousands at Albert Hall

Mountbatten festival of music 2013 held at the Royal Albert hall, london 11-13 April. The massed bands of her majesty's Royal Marines under the direction of Lieutenant Colonel N J Grace OBE BMus(Hons) FLCM LRSM Royal Marines and introduced by John Suchet . They gave the audience a trip down memory lane with music from the iconic group QUEEN, Andrews Sister Medley And of course rounding off with sunset and A life on the Ocean wave. Royal Britannia raised the roof with audience participation and lots of flag waving. Pictured The Massed Corps of Drums of Her Majesty's Royal Marines

Military musicians entertain thousands at Albert Hall

Mountbatten festival of music 2013 held at the Royal Albert hall, london 11-13 April. The massed bands of her majesty's Royal Marines under the direction of Lieutenant Colonel N J Grace OBE BMus(Hons) FLCM LRSM Royal Marines and introduced by John Suchet . They gave the audience a trip down memory lane with music from the iconic group QUEEN, Andrews Sister Medley And of course rounding off with sunset and A life on the Ocean wave. Royal Britannia raised the roof with audience participation and lots of flag waving. Pictured Band Corporal Brian Lloyd RM

Military musicians entertain thousands at Albert Hall

Mountbatten festival of music 2013 held at the Royal Albert hall, london 11-13 April. The massed bands of her majesty's Royal Marines under the direction of Lieutenant Colonel N J Grace OBE BMus(Hons) FLCM LRSM Royal Marines and introduced by John Suchet . They gave the audience a trip down memory lane with music from the iconic group QUEEN, Andrews Sister Medley And of course rounding off with sunset and A life on the Ocean wave. Royal Britannia raised the roof with audience participation and lots of flag waving. Pictured Andrew sisters medley Left to right Musicians Lizzie Merrell, Band Corporal Hannah Trudgeon and Musician Linsey Carnegie

Military Musician Wins Solo Prize

Musician Reuben Hanna, 20, has been named Royal Marines Young Musician of the Year - an annual contest open to all trainees at the school at Portsmouth Naval Base.

Military Musician Wins Solo Prize

Musician Reuben Hanna, 20, has been named Royal Marines Young Musician of the Year - an annual contest open to all trainees at the school at Portsmouth Naval Base.

Military Musician Wins Solo Prize

Musician Reuben Hanna, 20, has been named Royal Marines Young Musician of the Year - an annual contest open to all trainees at the school at Portsmouth Naval Base.

Battle of the Atlantic Suite

Principle Director of Music, Lt Col Nicholas Grace

Battle of the Atlantic Suite

Principle Director of Music, Lt Col Nicholas Grace

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The Plymouth Band on the march during the inspection.

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The Plymouth Band marching to the beat of the drum

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Captain Richard Long conducting the Band during the inspection.

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The Plymouth Band’s Director of Music, Captain Richard Long (left), saluting the Principal Director of Music Lieutenant Colonel Nick Grace.

Military Musicians On Parade - Comic Relief-Style

Military Musicians on Parade-Comic Relief style.Royal Marines Musicians got in the Red Nose Day spirit by parading through Portsmouth Naval Base sporting red noses. The 35 strong Royal Marines School of Music Band marched and played for 40 minutes around the base, collecting money en route from military and civilian workers.

Military Musicians On Parade - Comic Relief-Style

Musicians Paul Saggers (L) and William Thurston sport red noses for Comic Relief

Military Musicians On Parade - Comic Relief-Style

Military Musicians on Parade-Comic Relief style.Royal Marines Musicians got in the Red Nose Day spirit by parading through Portsmouth Naval Base sporting red noses. The 35 strong Royal Marines School of Music Band marched and played for 40 minutes around the base, collecting money en route from military and civilian workers.

Military Musicians On Parade - Comic Relief-Style

Musician Abby Bell collects a donation for Comic Relief from ET(ME) Lee Mancell

Military Musicians On Parade - Comic Relief-Style

Military Musicians on Parade-Comic Relief style.Royal Marines Musicians got in the Red Nose Day spirit by parading through Portsmouth Naval Base sporting red noses. The 35 strong Royal Marines School of Music Band marched and played for 40 minutes around the base, collecting money en route from military and civilian workers.

Military Musicians On Parade - Comic Relief-Style

Cpl Jim Pettitt on parade with his 'red nose' pace stick.

Military Musicians On Parade - Comic Relief-Style

The Royal Marine Band from the Commando Training Centre Royal Marines March around Different departments within the Commando Training Centre with collection buckets to raise money for Comic Relief. The Band march around the Camp while stopping at different departments to play many tunes including a full demonstration of Gangnam.

Military Musicians On Parade - Comic Relief-Style

The Royal Marine Band from the Commando Training Centre Royal Marines March around Different departments within the Commando Training Centre with collection buckets to raise money for Comic Relief. The Band march around the Camp while stopping at different departments to play many tunes including a full demonstration of Gangnam.

Military Musicians On Parade - Comic Relief-Style

The Royal Marine Band from the Commando Training Centre Royal Marines March around Different departments within the Commando Training Centre with collection buckets to raise money for Comic Relief. The Band march around the Camp while stopping at different departments to play many tunes including a full demonstration of Gangnam.

Military Musicians On Parade - Comic Relief-Style

The Royal Marine Band from the Commando Training Centre Royal Marines March around Different departments within the Commando Training Centre with collection buckets to raise money for Comic Relief. The Band march around the Camp while stopping at different departments to play many tunes including a full demonstration of Gangnam.

Military Musicians On Parade - Comic Relief-Style

The Royal Marine Band from the Commando Training Centre Royal Marines March around Different departments within the Commando Training Centre with collection buckets to raise money for Comic Relief. The Band march around the Camp while stopping at different departments to play many tunes including a full demonstration of Gangnam.

Military Musicians On Parade - Comic Relief-Style

The Royal Marine Band from the Commando Training Centre Royal Marines March around Different departments within the Commando Training Centre with collection buckets to raise money for Comic Relief. The Band march around the Camp while stopping at different departments to play many tunes including a full demonstration of Gangnam.

Military Musicians On Parade - Comic Relief-Style

The Royal Marine Band from the Commando Training Centre Royal Marines March around Different departments within the Commando Training Centre with collection buckets to raise money for Comic Relief. The Band march around the Camp while stopping at different departments to play many tunes including a full demonstration of Gangnam.

Military Musicians On Parade - Comic Relief-Style

The Royal Marine Band from the Commando Training Centre Royal Marines March around Different departments within the Commando Training Centre with collection buckets to raise money for Comic Relief. The Band march around the Camp while stopping at different departments to play many tunes including a full demonstration of Gangnam.

New Memorial Honours Military Musicians Lost in World Wars

Mr Denis Miller signing the visitor's book in The Band Service Memorial Room at the Royal Marines School of Music

New Memorial Honours Military Musicians Lost in World Wars

Mr Dennis Miller during his speech to the Royal Marines School of Music

New Memorial Honours Military Musicians Lost in World Wars

Mr Dennis Miller (centre with walking stick) with musicians from The Royal Marines School of Music

New Memorial Honours Military Musicians Lost in World Wars

Mr Dennis Miller during his speech to the Royal Marines School of Music

New Memorial Honours Military Musicians Lost in World Wars

Royal Marines School of Music drummers prior to the opening of the Band Service Memorial Room

New Memorial Honours Military Musicians Lost in World Wars

Mr Dennis Miller talking to Major Jason Burcham, Director of Music (Training)

OBE For Top Military Musician

Lieutenant Colonel Nick Grace

OBE For Top Military Musician

Lieutenant Colonel Nick Grace

Royal Marines Musicians bring Festive cheer to schools in Portsmouth

Royal Marines Musicians bring Festive cheer to schools in Portsmouth

Royal Marines Musicians bring Festive cheer to schools in Portsmouth

Royal Marines Musicians bring Festive cheer to schools in Portsmouth

Royal Marines Musicians bring Festive cheer to schools in Portsmouth

Royal Marines Musicians bring Festive cheer to schools in Portsmouth

Royal Marines Musicians bring Festive cheer to schools in Portsmouth

Royal Marines Musicians bring Festive cheer to schools in Portsmouth

Eternal Voice

Exeter Cathedral concert of Eternal Voices with the Royal Marines Band, Lympstone and the Exeter Festival Chorus on Saturday 20th November 2010. The concert premieres Eternal Voices, a new work for choir and wind band specially commissioned for this occasion. Created by the renowned composer Adam Gorb and the librettist Ben Kaye, and featuring Sir Trevor McDonald as narrator, Eternal Voices explores the stories of the real people behind the news headlines from the current conflict in Afghanistan: the feelings and responses of soldiers and their families and friends as they come to terms with the possibility or reality of injury or death on active service. At the same time the work portrays our universal, eternal human response to the tragedy and trauma of war and conflict. The concert was conducted by Nigel Perrin and Lt Colonel Nick Grace RM. The concert was attended by the First Sealord Admiral Mark Stanhope GCB OBE ADC and the Commandant General Royal Marines, Major General FHR "Buster" Howes OBE.

Eternal Voice

Exeter Cathedral concert of Eternal Voices with the Royal Marines Band, Lympstone and the Exeter Festival Chorus on Saturday 20th November 2010. The concert premieres Eternal Voices, a new work for choir and wind band specially commissioned for this occasion. Created by the renowned composer Adam Gorb and the librettist Ben Kaye, and featuring Sir Trevor McDonald as narrator, Eternal Voices explores the stories of the real people behind the news headlines from the current conflict in Afghanistan: the feelings and responses of soldiers and their families and friends as they come to terms with the possibility or reality of injury or death on active service. At the same time the work portrays our universal, eternal human response to the tragedy and trauma of war and conflict. The concert was conducted by Nigel Perrin and Lt Colonel Nick Grace RM. The concert was attended by the First Sealord Admiral Mark Stanhope GCB OBE ADC and the Commandant General Royal Marines, Major General FHR "Buster" Howes OBE.

Eternal Voice

Exeter Cathedral concert of Eternal Voices with the Royal Marines Band, Lympstone and the Exeter Festival Chorus on Saturday 20th November 2010. The concert premieres Eternal Voices, a new work for choir and wind band specially commissioned for this occasion. Created by the renowned composer Adam Gorb and the librettist Ben Kaye, and featuring Sir Trevor McDonald as narrator, Eternal Voices explores the stories of the real people behind the news headlines from the current conflict in Afghanistan: the feelings and responses of soldiers and their families and friends as they come to terms with the possibility or reality of injury or death on active service. At the same time the work portrays our universal, eternal human response to the tragedy and trauma of war and conflict. The concert was conducted by Nigel Perrin and Lt Colonel Nick Grace RM. The concert was attended by the First Sealord Admiral Mark Stanhope GCB OBE ADC and the Commandant General Royal Marines, Major General FHR "Buster" Howes OBE.

Eternal Voice

Exeter Cathedral concert of Eternal Voices with the Royal Marines Band, Lympstone and the Exeter Festival Chorus on Saturday 20th November 2010. The concert premieres Eternal Voices, a new work for choir and wind band specially commissioned for this occasion. Created by the renowned composer Adam Gorb and the librettist Ben Kaye, and featuring Sir Trevor McDonald as narrator, Eternal Voices explores the stories of the real people behind the news headlines from the current conflict in Afghanistan: the feelings and responses of soldiers and their families and friends as they come to terms with the possibility or reality of injury or death on active service. At the same time the work portrays our universal, eternal human response to the tragedy and trauma of war and conflict. The concert was conducted by Nigel Perrin and Lt Colonel Nick Grace RM. The concert was attended by the First Sealord Admiral Mark Stanhope GCB OBE ADC and the Commandant General Royal Marines, Major General FHR "Buster" Howes OBE.

Eternal Voice

Exeter Cathedral concert of Eternal Voices with the Royal Marines Band, Lympstone and the Exeter Festival Chorus on Saturday 20th November 2010. The concert premieres Eternal Voices, a new work for choir and wind band specially commissioned for this occasion. Created by the renowned composer Adam Gorb and the librettist Ben Kaye, and featuring Sir Trevor McDonald as narrator, Eternal Voices explores the stories of the real people behind the news headlines from the current conflict in Afghanistan: the feelings and responses of soldiers and their families and friends as they come to terms with the possibility or reality of injury or death on active service. At the same time the work portrays our universal, eternal human response to the tragedy and trauma of war and conflict. The concert was conducted by Nigel Perrin and Lt Colonel Nick Grace RM. The concert was attended by the First Sealord Admiral Mark Stanhope GCB OBE ADC and the Commandant General Royal Marines, Major General FHR "Buster" Howes OBE.

Eternal Voice

Exeter Cathedral concert of Eternal Voices with the Royal Marines Band, Lympstone and the Exeter Festival Chorus on Saturday 20th November 2010. The concert premieres Eternal Voices, a new work for choir and wind band specially commissioned for this occasion. Created by the renowned composer Adam Gorb and the librettist Ben Kaye, and featuring Sir Trevor McDonald as narrator, Eternal Voices explores the stories of the real people behind the news headlines from the current conflict in Afghanistan: the feelings and responses of soldiers and their families and friends as they come to terms with the possibility or reality of injury or death on active service. At the same time the work portrays our universal, eternal human response to the tragedy and trauma of war and conflict. The concert was conducted by Nigel Perrin and Lt Colonel Nick Grace RM. The concert was attended by the First Sealord Admiral Mark Stanhope GCB OBE ADC and the Commandant General Royal Marines, Major General FHR "Buster" Howes OBE.

Eteranl Voice

Exeter Cathedral concert of Eternal Voices with the Royal Marines Band, Lympstone and the Exeter Festival Chorus on Saturday 20th November 2010. The concert premieres Eternal Voices, a new work for choir and wind band specially commissioned for this occasion. Created by the renowned composer Adam Gorb and the librettist Ben Kaye, and featuring Sir Trevor McDonald as narrator, Eternal Voices explores the stories of the real people behind the news headlines from the current conflict in Afghanistan: the feelings and responses of soldiers and their families and friends as they come to terms with the possibility or reality of injury or death on active service. At the same time the work portrays our universal, eternal human response to the tragedy and trauma of war and conflict. The concert was conducted by Nigel Perrin and Lt Colonel Nick Grace RM. The concert was attended by the First Sealord Admiral Mark Stanhope GCB OBE ADC and the Commandant General Royal Marines, Major General FHR "Buster" Howes OBE.

Eternal Voice

Exeter Cathedral concert of Eternal Voices with the Royal Marines Band, Lympstone and the Exeter Festival Chorus on Saturday 20th November 2010. The concert premieres Eternal Voices, a new work for choir and wind band specially commissioned for this occasion. Created by the renowned composer Adam Gorb and the librettist Ben Kaye, and featuring Sir Trevor McDonald as narrator, Eternal Voices explores the stories of the real people behind the news headlines from the current conflict in Afghanistan: the feelings and responses of soldiers and their families and friends as they come to terms with the possibility or reality of injury or death on active service. At the same time the work portrays our universal, eternal human response to the tragedy and trauma of war and conflict. The concert was conducted by Nigel Perrin and Lt Colonel Nick Grace RM. The concert was attended by the First Sealord Admiral Mark Stanhope GCB OBE ADC and the Commandant General Royal Marines, Major General FHR "Buster" Howes OBE.

Eternal Voice

Exeter Cathedral concert of Eternal Voices with the Royal Marines Band, Lympstone and the Exeter Festival Chorus on Saturday 20th November 2010. The concert premieres Eternal Voices, a new work for choir and wind band specially commissioned for this occasion. Created by the renowned composer Adam Gorb and the librettist Ben Kaye, and featuring Sir Trevor McDonald as narrator, Eternal Voices explores the stories of the real people behind the news headlines from the current conflict in Afghanistan: the feelings and responses of soldiers and their families and friends as they come to terms with the possibility or reality of injury or death on active service. At the same time the work portrays our universal, eternal human response to the tragedy and trauma of war and conflict. The concert was conducted by Nigel Perrin and Lt Colonel Nick Grace RM. The concert was attended by the First Sealord Admiral Mark Stanhope GCB OBE ADC and the Commandant General Royal Marines, Major General FHR "Buster" Howes OBE.

Eternal Voice

Exeter Cathedral concert of Eternal Voices with the Royal Marines Band, Lympstone and the Exeter Festival Chorus on Saturday 20th November 2010. The concert premieres Eternal Voices, a new work for choir and wind band specially commissioned for this occasion. Created by the renowned composer Adam Gorb and the librettist Ben Kaye, and featuring Sir Trevor McDonald as narrator, Eternal Voices explores the stories of the real people behind the news headlines from the current conflict in Afghanistan: the feelings and responses of soldiers and their families and friends as they come to terms with the possibility or reality of injury or death on active service. At the same time the work portrays our universal, eternal human response to the tragedy and trauma of war and conflict. The concert was conducted by Nigel Perrin and Lt Colonel Nick Grace RM. The concert was attended by the First Sealord Admiral Mark Stanhope GCB OBE ADC and the Commandant General Royal Marines, Major General FHR "Buster" Howes OBE.

Eternal Voice

Exeter Cathedral concert of Eternal Voices with the Royal Marines Band, Lympstone and the Exeter Festival Chorus on Saturday 20th November 2010. The concert premieres Eternal Voices, a new work for choir and wind band specially commissioned for this occasion. Created by the renowned composer Adam Gorb and the librettist Ben Kaye, and featuring Sir Trevor McDonald as narrator, Eternal Voices explores the stories of the real people behind the news headlines from the current conflict in Afghanistan: the feelings and responses of soldiers and their families and friends as they come to terms with the possibility or reality of injury or death on active service. At the same time the work portrays our universal, eternal human response to the tragedy and trauma of war and conflict. The concert was conducted by Nigel Perrin and Lt Colonel Nick Grace RM. The concert was attended by the First Sealord Admiral Mark Stanhope GCB OBE ADC and the Commandant General Royal Marines, Major General FHR "Buster" Howes OBE.

Royal Marines school of music at concert for schools in Portsmouth

Royal Marines school of music at concert for schools in Portsmouth

Royal Marines school of music at concert for schools in Portsmouth

Royal Marines school of music at concert for schools in Portsmouth

Royal Marines school of music at concert for schools in Portsmouth

Royal Marines school of music at concert for schools in Portsmouth

Royal Marines school of music at concert for schools in Portsmouth

Royal Marines school of music at concert for schools in Portsmouth

Royal Marines school of music at concert for schools in Portsmouth

Portsmouth residents visit the Royal Marines School of Music

Pictured is Bugler Ben Streeter helping Margaret Coleman and Janet Cook to get a feel of how to wear the drums. Model release forms for Margret and Janet are held at FRPU(E). Model release for Bugler Streeter is held at RMSoM.The Royal Marines School of Music opened its doors this week to welcome Portsmouth residents inside one of the most famous military organisations in the world.This is the first time the School of Music, based in Portsmouth Naval Base, has linked up with Portsmouth City Council’s 60+ Festival, which has been running over the past few weeks to give local residents the chance to visit venues around the city and see behind the scenes.More than fifty people witnessed the Royal Marines School in action, watching musical rehearsals from the concert band, the Bandmasters’ conducting classes, and the Corps of Drums giving demonstrations of their unmistakable precision and finesse.

Portsmouth residents visit the Royal Marines School of Music

Pictured is Bugler Ben Streeter helping Margaret Coleman and Janet Cook to get a feel of how to wear the drums. Model release forms for Margret and Janet are held at FRPU(E). Model release for Bugler Streeter is held at RMSoM. The Royal Marines School of Music opened its doors this week to welcome Portsmouth residents inside one of the most famous military organisations in the world. This is the first time the School of Music, based in Portsmouth Naval Base, has linked up with Portsmouth City Council’s 60+ Festival, which has been running over the past few weeks to give local residents the chance to visit venues around the city and see behind the scenes. More than fifty people witnessed the Royal Marines School in action, watching musical rehearsals from the concert band, the Bandmasters’ conducting classes, and the Corps of Drums giving demonstrations of their unmistakable precision and finesse.

Portsmouth residents visit the Royal Marines School of Music

Pictured are the Royal Marines band under training giving a demonstration of their routine for their guests. The Royal Marines School of Music opened its doors this week to welcome Portsmouth residents inside one of the most famous military organisations in the world. This is the first time the School of Music, based in Portsmouth Naval Base, has linked up with Portsmouth City Council’s 60+ Festival, which has been running over the past few weeks to give local residents the chance to visit venues around the city and see behind the scenes. More than fifty people witnessed the Royal Marines School in action, watching musical rehearsals from the concert band, the Bandmasters’ conducting classes, and the Corps of Drums giving demonstrations of their unmistakable precision and finesse.

Royal Marines Band at the Edinburgh Military Tattoo

The senior naval officer in Scotland, Rear Admiral Chris Hockley, was pleased to be able to host a glittering cast of senior Royal Navy figures and VIPs from the world of politics and business during the 62nd Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo (Aug 3 to 25). Admiral Hockley, who is Flag Officer Regional Forces, accompanied the Second Sea Lord, Vice Admiral Charles Montgomery CBE ADC, to the famous venue on the ramparts of Edinburgh Castle to take the Salute. Other naval personnel taking the Salute on various evenings were Rear Admiral Tom Cunningham CBE, Chief of Staff (Aviation and Carriers) and Chaplain of the Fleet, The Reverend Scott J Brown QHC. In addition, Admiral Hockley, together with the naval regional commander for Scotland and Northern Ireland, Captain Chris Smith, hosted receptions for invited guests on board naval vessel, HMS Tyne, which was berthed in Leith for part of the Tattoo duration. Metadata Information Recipient E-Mail: Image Number: Caption Writer: Created Date: 2012-08-20T22:18:39.33 Caption: In 2012 Edinburgh once again hosts one of the World's most spectacular entertainment events as The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo draws together a host of creative talent from four continents to pay sparkling tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth's Diamond Jubilee and the year of Creative Scotland. This will be the 62nd extravaganza to be staged at the Scottish capital's ancient Castle - a spectacular and inspiring backcloth for this remarkable and internationally acclaimed event.  With innovative production, heart-stopping sound, imaginative graphics, state-of-the-art lighting and specially commissioned fireworks, the 90-minute show is set to captivate a large cosmopolitan audience.    The line-up of nearly 1000 performers includes hundreds of musicians, pipers, drummers, singers and dancers, as well as one of the World's most sensational percussion groups: Switzerland's Top Secret Drum Corps. As ever, the emphasis is on sheer scale

Royal Marines Band at the Edinburgh Military Tattoo

The senior naval officer in Scotland, Rear Admiral Chris Hockley, was pleased to be able to host a glittering cast of senior Royal Navy figures and VIPs from the world of politics and business during the 62nd Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo (Aug 3 to 25). Admiral Hockley, who is Flag Officer Regional Forces, accompanied the Second Sea Lord, Vice Admiral Charles Montgomery CBE ADC, to the famous venue on the ramparts of Edinburgh Castle to take the Salute. Other naval personnel taking the Salute on various evenings were Rear Admiral Tom Cunningham CBE, Chief of Staff (Aviation and Carriers) and Chaplain of the Fleet, The Reverend Scott J Brown QHC. In addition, Admiral Hockley, together with the naval regional commander for Scotland and Northern Ireland, Captain Chris Smith, hosted receptions for invited guests on board naval vessel, HMS Tyne, which was berthed in Leith for part of the Tattoo duration. Metadata Information Recipient E-Mail: Image Number: Caption Writer: Created Date: 2012-08-20T22:18:39.33 Caption: In 2012 Edinburgh once again hosts one of the World's most spectacular entertainment events as The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo draws together a host of creative talent from four continents to pay sparkling tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth's Diamond Jubilee and the year of Creative Scotland. This will be the 62nd extravaganza to be staged at the Scottish capital's ancient Castle - a spectacular and inspiring backcloth for this remarkable and internationally acclaimed event.  With innovative production, heart-stopping sound, imaginative graphics, state-of-the-art lighting and specially commissioned fireworks, the 90-minute show is set to captivate a large cosmopolitan audience.    The line-up of nearly 1000 performers includes hundreds of musicians, pipers, drummers, singers and dancers, as well as one of the World's most sensational percussion groups: Switzerland's Top Secret Drum Corps. As ever, the emphasis is on sheer scale

Royal Marines Band at the Edinburgh Military Tattoo

The senior naval officer in Scotland, Rear Admiral Chris Hockley, was pleased to be able to host a glittering cast of senior Royal Navy figures and VIPs from the world of politics and business during the 62nd Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo (Aug 3 to 25). Admiral Hockley, who is Flag Officer Regional Forces, accompanied the Second Sea Lord, Vice Admiral Charles Montgomery CBE ADC, to the famous venue on the ramparts of Edinburgh Castle to take the Salute. Other naval personnel taking the Salute on various evenings were Rear Admiral Tom Cunningham CBE, Chief of Staff (Aviation and Carriers) and Chaplain of the Fleet, The Reverend Scott J Brown QHC. In addition, Admiral Hockley, together with the naval regional commander for Scotland and Northern Ireland, Captain Chris Smith, hosted receptions for invited guests on board naval vessel, HMS Tyne, which was berthed in Leith for part of the Tattoo duration. Metadata Information Recipient E-Mail: Image Number: Caption Writer: Created Date: 2012-08-20T22:18:39.33 Caption: In 2012 Edinburgh once again hosts one of the World's most spectacular entertainment events as The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo draws together a host of creative talent from four continents to pay sparkling tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth's Diamond Jubilee and the year of Creative Scotland. This will be the 62nd extravaganza to be staged at the Scottish capital's ancient Castle - a spectacular and inspiring backcloth for this remarkable and internationally acclaimed event.  With innovative production, heart-stopping sound, imaginative graphics, state-of-the-art lighting and specially commissioned fireworks, the 90-minute show is set to captivate a large cosmopolitan audience.    The line-up of nearly 1000 performers includes hundreds of musicians, pipers, drummers, singers and dancers, as well as one of the World's most sensational percussion groups: Switzerland's Top Secret Drum Corps. As ever, the emphasis is on sheer scale

Royal Marines Band at the Edinburgh Military Tattoo

The senior naval officer in Scotland, Rear Admiral Chris Hockley, was pleased to be able to host a glittering cast of senior Royal Navy figures and VIPs from the world of politics and business during the 62nd Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo (Aug 3 to 25). Admiral Hockley, who is Flag Officer Regional Forces, accompanied the Second Sea Lord, Vice Admiral Charles Montgomery CBE ADC, to the famous venue on the ramparts of Edinburgh Castle to take the Salute. Other naval personnel taking the Salute on various evenings were Rear Admiral Tom Cunningham CBE, Chief of Staff (Aviation and Carriers) and Chaplain of the Fleet, The Reverend Scott J Brown QHC. In addition, Admiral Hockley, together with the naval regional commander for Scotland and Northern Ireland, Captain Chris Smith, hosted receptions for invited guests on board naval vessel, HMS Tyne, which was berthed in Leith for part of the Tattoo duration. Metadata Information Recipient E-Mail: Image Number: Caption Writer: Created Date: 2012-08-20T22:18:39.33 Caption: In 2012 Edinburgh once again hosts one of the World's most spectacular entertainment events as The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo draws together a host of creative talent from four continents to pay sparkling tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth's Diamond Jubilee and the year of Creative Scotland. This will be the 62nd extravaganza to be staged at the Scottish capital's ancient Castle - a spectacular and inspiring backcloth for this remarkable and internationally acclaimed event.  With innovative production, heart-stopping sound, imaginative graphics, state-of-the-art lighting and specially commissioned fireworks, the 90-minute show is set to captivate a large cosmopolitan audience.    The line-up of nearly 1000 performers includes hundreds of musicians, pipers, drummers, singers and dancers, as well as one of the World's most sensational percussion groups: Switzerland's Top Secret Drum Corps. As ever, the emphasis is on sheer scale

Royal Marines Band at the Edinburgh Military Tattoo

The senior naval officer in Scotland, Rear Admiral Chris Hockley, was pleased to be able to host a glittering cast of senior Royal Navy figures and VIPs from the world of politics and business during the 62nd Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo (Aug 3 to 25). Admiral Hockley, who is Flag Officer Regional Forces, accompanied the Second Sea Lord, Vice Admiral Charles Montgomery CBE ADC, to the famous venue on the ramparts of Edinburgh Castle to take the Salute. Other naval personnel taking the Salute on various evenings were Rear Admiral Tom Cunningham CBE, Chief of Staff (Aviation and Carriers) and Chaplain of the Fleet, The Reverend Scott J Brown QHC. In addition, Admiral Hockley, together with the naval regional commander for Scotland and Northern Ireland, Captain Chris Smith, hosted receptions for invited guests on board naval vessel, HMS Tyne, which was berthed in Leith for part of the Tattoo duration. Metadata Information Recipient E-Mail: Image Number: Caption Writer: Created Date: 2012-08-20T22:18:39.33 Caption: In 2012 Edinburgh once again hosts one of the World's most spectacular entertainment events as The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo draws together a host of creative talent from four continents to pay sparkling tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth's Diamond Jubilee and the year of Creative Scotland. This will be the 62nd extravaganza to be staged at the Scottish capital's ancient Castle - a spectacular and inspiring backcloth for this remarkable and internationally acclaimed event.  With innovative production, heart-stopping sound, imaginative graphics, state-of-the-art lighting and specially commissioned fireworks, the 90-minute show is set to captivate a large cosmopolitan audience.    The line-up of nearly 1000 performers includes hundreds of musicians, pipers, drummers, singers and dancers, as well as one of the World's most sensational percussion groups: Switzerland's Top Secret Drum Corps. As ever, the emphasis is on sheer scale

Royal Marines Band at the Edinburgh Military Tattoo

The senior naval officer in Scotland, Rear Admiral Chris Hockley, was pleased to be able to host a glittering cast of senior Royal Navy figures and VIPs from the world of politics and business during the 62nd Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo (Aug 3 to 25). Admiral Hockley, who is Flag Officer Regional Forces, accompanied the Second Sea Lord, Vice Admiral Charles Montgomery CBE ADC, to the famous venue on the ramparts of Edinburgh Castle to take the Salute. Other naval personnel taking the Salute on various evenings were Rear Admiral Tom Cunningham CBE, Chief of Staff (Aviation and Carriers) and Chaplain of the Fleet, The Reverend Scott J Brown QHC. In addition, Admiral Hockley, together with the naval regional commander for Scotland and Northern Ireland, Captain Chris Smith, hosted receptions for invited guests on board naval vessel, HMS Tyne, which was berthed in Leith for part of the Tattoo duration. Metadata Information Recipient E-Mail: Image Number: Caption Writer: Created Date: 2012-08-20T22:18:39.33 Caption: In 2012 Edinburgh once again hosts one of the World's most spectacular entertainment events as The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo draws together a host of creative talent from four continents to pay sparkling tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth's Diamond Jubilee and the year of Creative Scotland. This will be the 62nd extravaganza to be staged at the Scottish capital's ancient Castle - a spectacular and inspiring backcloth for this remarkable and internationally acclaimed event.  With innovative production, heart-stopping sound, imaginative graphics, state-of-the-art lighting and specially commissioned fireworks, the 90-minute show is set to captivate a large cosmopolitan audience.    The line-up of nearly 1000 performers includes hundreds of musicians, pipers, drummers, singers and dancers, as well as one of the World's most sensational percussion groups: Switzerland's Top Secret Drum Corps. As ever, the emphasis is on sheer scale

Royal Marines Band at the Edinburgh Military Tattoo

The senior naval officer in Scotland, Rear Admiral Chris Hockley, was pleased to be able to host a glittering cast of senior Royal Navy figures and VIPs from the world of politics and business during the 62nd Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo (Aug 3 to 25). Admiral Hockley, who is Flag Officer Regional Forces, accompanied the Second Sea Lord, Vice Admiral Charles Montgomery CBE ADC, to the famous venue on the ramparts of Edinburgh Castle to take the Salute. Other naval personnel taking the Salute on various evenings were Rear Admiral Tom Cunningham CBE, Chief of Staff (Aviation and Carriers) and Chaplain of the Fleet, The Reverend Scott J Brown QHC. In addition, Admiral Hockley, together with the naval regional commander for Scotland and Northern Ireland, Captain Chris Smith, hosted receptions for invited guests on board naval vessel, HMS Tyne, which was berthed in Leith for part of the Tattoo duration. Metadata Information Recipient E-Mail: Image Number: Caption Writer: Created Date: 2012-08-20T22:18:39.33 Caption: In 2012 Edinburgh once again hosts one of the World's most spectacular entertainment events as The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo draws together a host of creative talent from four continents to pay sparkling tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth's Diamond Jubilee and the year of Creative Scotland. This will be the 62nd extravaganza to be staged at the Scottish capital's ancient Castle - a spectacular and inspiring backcloth for this remarkable and internationally acclaimed event.  With innovative production, heart-stopping sound, imaginative graphics, state-of-the-art lighting and specially commissioned fireworks, the 90-minute show is set to captivate a large cosmopolitan audience.    The line-up of nearly 1000 performers includes hundreds of musicians, pipers, drummers, singers and dancers, as well as one of the World's most sensational percussion groups: Switzerland's Top Secret Drum Corps. As ever, the emphasis is on sheer scale

Royal Marines Band at the Edinburgh Military Tattoo

The senior naval officer in Scotland, Rear Admiral Chris Hockley, was pleased to be able to host a glittering cast of senior Royal Navy figures and VIPs from the world of politics and business during the 62nd Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo (Aug 3 to 25). Admiral Hockley, who is Flag Officer Regional Forces, accompanied the Second Sea Lord, Vice Admiral Charles Montgomery CBE ADC, to the famous venue on the ramparts of Edinburgh Castle to take the Salute. Other naval personnel taking the Salute on various evenings were Rear Admiral Tom Cunningham CBE, Chief of Staff (Aviation and Carriers) and Chaplain of the Fleet, The Reverend Scott J Brown QHC. In addition, Admiral Hockley, together with the naval regional commander for Scotland and Northern Ireland, Captain Chris Smith, hosted receptions for invited guests on board naval vessel, HMS Tyne, which was berthed in Leith for part of the Tattoo duration. Metadata Information Recipient E-Mail: Image Number: Caption Writer: Created Date: 2012-08-20T22:18:39.33 Caption: In 2012 Edinburgh once again hosts one of the World's most spectacular entertainment events as The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo draws together a host of creative talent from four continents to pay sparkling tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth's Diamond Jubilee and the year of Creative Scotland. This will be the 62nd extravaganza to be staged at the Scottish capital's ancient Castle - a spectacular and inspiring backcloth for this remarkable and internationally acclaimed event.  With innovative production, heart-stopping sound, imaginative graphics, state-of-the-art lighting and specially commissioned fireworks, the 90-minute show is set to captivate a large cosmopolitan audience.    The line-up of nearly 1000 performers includes hundreds of musicians, pipers, drummers, singers and dancers, as well as one of the World's most sensational percussion groups: Switzerland's Top Secret Drum Corps. As ever, the emphasis is on sheer scale

Royal Marines Band at the Edinburgh Military Tattoo

The senior naval officer in Scotland, Rear Admiral Chris Hockley, was pleased to be able to host a glittering cast of senior Royal Navy figures and VIPs from the world of politics and business during the 62nd Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo (Aug 3 to 25). Admiral Hockley, who is Flag Officer Regional Forces, accompanied the Second Sea Lord, Vice Admiral Charles Montgomery CBE ADC, to the famous venue on the ramparts of Edinburgh Castle to take the Salute. Other naval personnel taking the Salute on various evenings were Rear Admiral Tom Cunningham CBE, Chief of Staff (Aviation and Carriers) and Chaplain of the Fleet, The Reverend Scott J Brown QHC. In addition, Admiral Hockley, together with the naval regional commander for Scotland and Northern Ireland, Captain Chris Smith, hosted receptions for invited guests on board naval vessel, HMS Tyne, which was berthed in Leith for part of the Tattoo duration. Metadata Information Recipient E-Mail: Image Number: Caption Writer: Created Date: 2012-08-20T22:18:39.33 Caption: In 2012 Edinburgh once again hosts one of the World's most spectacular entertainment events as The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo draws together a host of creative talent from four continents to pay sparkling tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth's Diamond Jubilee and the year of Creative Scotland. This will be the 62nd extravaganza to be staged at the Scottish capital's ancient Castle - a spectacular and inspiring backcloth for this remarkable and internationally acclaimed event.  With innovative production, heart-stopping sound, imaginative graphics, state-of-the-art lighting and specially commissioned fireworks, the 90-minute show is set to captivate a large cosmopolitan audience.    The line-up of nearly 1000 performers includes hundreds of musicians, pipers, drummers, singers and dancers, as well as one of the World's most sensational percussion groups: Switzerland's Top Secret Drum Corps. As ever, the emphasis is on sheer scale

Royal Marines Band at the Edinburgh Military Tattoo

The senior naval officer in Scotland, Rear Admiral Chris Hockley, was pleased to be able to host a glittering cast of senior Royal Navy figures and VIPs from the world of politics and business during the 62nd Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo (Aug 3 to 25). Admiral Hockley, who is Flag Officer Regional Forces, accompanied the Second Sea Lord, Vice Admiral Charles Montgomery CBE ADC, to the famous venue on the ramparts of Edinburgh Castle to take the Salute. Other naval personnel taking the Salute on various evenings were Rear Admiral Tom Cunningham CBE, Chief of Staff (Aviation and Carriers) and Chaplain of the Fleet, The Reverend Scott J Brown QHC. In addition, Admiral Hockley, together with the naval regional commander for Scotland and Northern Ireland, Captain Chris Smith, hosted receptions for invited guests on board naval vessel, HMS Tyne, which was berthed in Leith for part of the Tattoo duration. Metadata Information Recipient E-Mail: Image Number: Caption Writer: Created Date: 2012-08-20T22:18:39.33 Caption: In 2012 Edinburgh once again hosts one of the World's most spectacular entertainment events as The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo draws together a host of creative talent from four continents to pay sparkling tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth's Diamond Jubilee and the year of Creative Scotland. This will be the 62nd extravaganza to be staged at the Scottish capital's ancient Castle - a spectacular and inspiring backcloth for this remarkable and internationally acclaimed event.  With innovative production, heart-stopping sound, imaginative graphics, state-of-the-art lighting and specially commissioned fireworks, the 90-minute show is set to captivate a large cosmopolitan audience.    The line-up of nearly 1000 performers includes hundreds of musicians, pipers, drummers, singers and dancers, as well as one of the World's most sensational percussion groups: Switzerland's Top Secret Drum Corps. As ever, the emphasis is on sheer scale

Royal Marines Band at the Edinburgh Military Tattoo

The senior naval officer in Scotland, Rear Admiral Chris Hockley, was pleased to be able to host a glittering cast of senior Royal Navy figures and VIPs from the world of politics and business during the 62nd Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo (Aug 3 to 25). Admiral Hockley, who is Flag Officer Regional Forces, accompanied the Second Sea Lord, Vice Admiral Charles Montgomery CBE ADC, to the famous venue on the ramparts of Edinburgh Castle to take the Salute. Other naval personnel taking the Salute on various evenings were Rear Admiral Tom Cunningham CBE, Chief of Staff (Aviation and Carriers) and Chaplain of the Fleet, The Reverend Scott J Brown QHC. In addition, Admiral Hockley, together with the naval regional commander for Scotland and Northern Ireland, Captain Chris Smith, hosted receptions for invited guests on board naval vessel, HMS Tyne, which was berthed in Leith for part of the Tattoo duration. Metadata Information Recipient E-Mail: Image Number: Caption Writer: Created Date: 2012-08-20T22:18:39.33 Caption: In 2012 Edinburgh once again hosts one of the World's most spectacular entertainment events as The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo draws together a host of creative talent from four continents to pay sparkling tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth's Diamond Jubilee and the year of Creative Scotland. This will be the 62nd extravaganza to be staged at the Scottish capital's ancient Castle - a spectacular and inspiring backcloth for this remarkable and internationally acclaimed event.  With innovative production, heart-stopping sound, imaginative graphics, state-of-the-art lighting and specially commissioned fireworks, the 90-minute show is set to captivate a large cosmopolitan audience.    The line-up of nearly 1000 performers includes hundreds of musicians, pipers, drummers, singers and dancers, as well as one of the World's most sensational percussion groups: Switzerland's Top Secret Drum Corps. As ever, the emphasis is on sheer scale

Royal Marines Band at the Edinburgh Military Tattoo

The senior naval officer in Scotland, Rear Admiral Chris Hockley, was pleased to be able to host a glittering cast of senior Royal Navy figures and VIPs from the world of politics and business during the 62nd Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo (Aug 3 to 25). Admiral Hockley, who is Flag Officer Regional Forces, accompanied the Second Sea Lord, Vice Admiral Charles Montgomery CBE ADC, to the famous venue on the ramparts of Edinburgh Castle to take the Salute. Other naval personnel taking the Salute on various evenings were Rear Admiral Tom Cunningham CBE, Chief of Staff (Aviation and Carriers) and Chaplain of the Fleet, The Reverend Scott J Brown QHC. In addition, Admiral Hockley, together with the naval regional commander for Scotland and Northern Ireland, Captain Chris Smith, hosted receptions for invited guests on board naval vessel, HMS Tyne, which was berthed in Leith for part of the Tattoo duration. Metadata Information Recipient E-Mail: Image Number: Caption Writer: Created Date: 2012-08-20T22:18:39.33 Caption: In 2012 Edinburgh once again hosts one of the World's most spectacular entertainment events as The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo draws together a host of creative talent from four continents to pay sparkling tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth's Diamond Jubilee and the year of Creative Scotland. This will be the 62nd extravaganza to be staged at the Scottish capital's ancient Castle - a spectacular and inspiring backcloth for this remarkable and internationally acclaimed event.  With innovative production, heart-stopping sound, imaginative graphics, state-of-the-art lighting and specially commissioned fireworks, the 90-minute show is set to captivate a large cosmopolitan audience.    The line-up of nearly 1000 performers includes hundreds of musicians, pipers, drummers, singers and dancers, as well as one of the World's most sensational percussion groups: Switzerland's Top Secret Drum Corps. As ever, the emphasis is on sheer scale

Royal Marines Band at the Edinburgh Military Tattoo

The senior naval officer in Scotland, Rear Admiral Chris Hockley, was pleased to be able to host a glittering cast of senior Royal Navy figures and VIPs from the world of politics and business during the 62nd Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo (Aug 3 to 25). Admiral Hockley, who is Flag Officer Regional Forces, accompanied the Second Sea Lord, Vice Admiral Charles Montgomery CBE ADC, to the famous venue on the ramparts of Edinburgh Castle to take the Salute. Other naval personnel taking the Salute on various evenings were Rear Admiral Tom Cunningham CBE, Chief of Staff (Aviation and Carriers) and Chaplain of the Fleet, The Reverend Scott J Brown QHC. In addition, Admiral Hockley, together with the naval regional commander for Scotland and Northern Ireland, Captain Chris Smith, hosted receptions for invited guests on board naval vessel, HMS Tyne, which was berthed in Leith for part of the Tattoo duration. Metadata Information Recipient E-Mail: Image Number: Caption Writer: Created Date: 2012-08-20T22:18:39.33 Caption: In 2012 Edinburgh once again hosts one of the World's most spectacular entertainment events as The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo draws together a host of creative talent from four continents to pay sparkling tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth's Diamond Jubilee and the year of Creative Scotland. This will be the 62nd extravaganza to be staged at the Scottish capital's ancient Castle - a spectacular and inspiring backcloth for this remarkable and internationally acclaimed event.  With innovative production, heart-stopping sound, imaginative graphics, state-of-the-art lighting and specially commissioned fireworks, the 90-minute show is set to captivate a large cosmopolitan audience.    The line-up of nearly 1000 performers includes hundreds of musicians, pipers, drummers, singers and dancers, as well as one of the World's most sensational percussion groups: Switzerland's Top Secret Drum Corps. As ever, the emphasis is on sheer scale

Royal Marines Band at the Edinburgh Military Tattoo

The senior naval officer in Scotland, Rear Admiral Chris Hockley, was pleased to be able to host a glittering cast of senior Royal Navy figures and VIPs from the world of politics and business during the 62nd Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo (Aug 3 to 25). Admiral Hockley, who is Flag Officer Regional Forces, accompanied the Second Sea Lord, Vice Admiral Charles Montgomery CBE ADC, to the famous venue on the ramparts of Edinburgh Castle to take the Salute. Other naval personnel taking the Salute on various evenings were Rear Admiral Tom Cunningham CBE, Chief of Staff (Aviation and Carriers) and Chaplain of the Fleet, The Reverend Scott J Brown QHC. In addition, Admiral Hockley, together with the naval regional commander for Scotland and Northern Ireland, Captain Chris Smith, hosted receptions for invited guests on board naval vessel, HMS Tyne, which was berthed in Leith for part of the Tattoo duration. Metadata Information Recipient E-Mail: Image Number: Caption Writer: Created Date: 2012-08-20T22:18:39.33 Caption: In 2012 Edinburgh once again hosts one of the World's most spectacular entertainment events as The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo draws together a host of creative talent from four continents to pay sparkling tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth's Diamond Jubilee and the year of Creative Scotland. This will be the 62nd extravaganza to be staged at the Scottish capital's ancient Castle - a spectacular and inspiring backcloth for this remarkable and internationally acclaimed event.  With innovative production, heart-stopping sound, imaginative graphics, state-of-the-art lighting and specially commissioned fireworks, the 90-minute show is set to captivate a large cosmopolitan audience.    The line-up of nearly 1000 performers includes hundreds of musicians, pipers, drummers, singers and dancers, as well as one of the World's most sensational percussion groups: Switzerland's Top Secret Drum Corps. As ever, the emphasis is on sheer scale

Royal Marines Band at the Edinburgh Military Tattoo

The senior naval officer in Scotland, Rear Admiral Chris Hockley, was pleased to be able to host a glittering cast of senior Royal Navy figures and VIPs from the world of politics and business during the 62nd Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo (Aug 3 to 25). Admiral Hockley, who is Flag Officer Regional Forces, accompanied the Second Sea Lord, Vice Admiral Charles Montgomery CBE ADC, to the famous venue on the ramparts of Edinburgh Castle to take the Salute. Other naval personnel taking the Salute on various evenings were Rear Admiral Tom Cunningham CBE, Chief of Staff (Aviation and Carriers) and Chaplain of the Fleet, The Reverend Scott J Brown QHC. In addition, Admiral Hockley, together with the naval regional commander for Scotland and Northern Ireland, Captain Chris Smith, hosted receptions for invited guests on board naval vessel, HMS Tyne, which was berthed in Leith for part of the Tattoo duration. Metadata Information Recipient E-Mail: Image Number: Caption Writer: Created Date: 2012-08-20T22:18:39.33 Caption: In 2012 Edinburgh once again hosts one of the World's most spectacular entertainment events as The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo draws together a host of creative talent from four continents to pay sparkling tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth's Diamond Jubilee and the year of Creative Scotland. This will be the 62nd extravaganza to be staged at the Scottish capital's ancient Castle - a spectacular and inspiring backcloth for this remarkable and internationally acclaimed event.  With innovative production, heart-stopping sound, imaginative graphics, state-of-the-art lighting and specially commissioned fireworks, the 90-minute show is set to captivate a large cosmopolitan audience.    The line-up of nearly 1000 performers includes hundreds of musicians, pipers, drummers, singers and dancers, as well as one of the World's most sensational percussion groups: Switzerland's Top Secret Drum Corps. As ever, the emphasis is on sheer scale

Royal Marines School of Music performance in Portsmouth

Royal Marines School of Music performance in Portsmouth

Royal Marines School of Music performance in Portsmouth

Royal Marines School of Music performance in Portsmouth

Royal Marines School of Music performance in Portsmouth

Royal Marines School of Music performance in Portsmouth

Royal Marines School of Music performance in Portsmouth

Royal Marines School of Music performance in Portsmouth

Royal Marines School of Music performance in Portsmouth

Royal Marines School of Music performance in Portsmouth

Royal Marines School of Music performance in Portsmouth

Royal Marines School of Music performance in Portsmouth

Royal Marines School of Music performance in Portsmouth

Royal Marines School of Music performance in Portsmouth

Royal Marines School of Music performance in Portsmouth

Royal Marines School of Music performance in Portsmouth

Royal Marines School of Music performance in Portsmouth

HMS Heron Volunteer Band

Band Colour Sargeant Tom Crane

HMS Heron Volunteer Band at Band Festival 2011 Members of the HMS Heron Royal Navy Volunteer band take part in the annual Volunteer Mass bands Festival, held at the Guild Hall, Portsmouth. Bands from all the over the country, battle it out to find who are the best Volunteer band for 2011. Image by- POA(PHOT) Paul A'Barrow

Heron Volunteer Band at the 2011 RN Band Festival

HMS Heron Volunteer Band at Band Festival 2011 Members of the HMS Heron Royal Navy Volunteer band take part in the annual Volunteer Mass bands Festival, held at the Guild Hall, Portsmouth. Bands from all the over the country, battle it out to find who are the best Volunteer band for 2011. Image by- POA(PHOT) Paul A'Barrow

Heron Volunteer Band at the 2011 RN Band Festival

HMS Heron Volunteer Band at Band Festival 2011 Members of the HMS Heron Royal Navy Volunteer band take part in the annual Volunteer Mass bands Festival, held at the Guild Hall, Portsmouth. Bands from all the over the country, battle it out to find who are the best Volunteer band for 2011. Image by- POA(PHOT) Paul A'Barrow

Mass bands of the Royal Marine Band Service Beating Retreat

Mass bands of the Royal Marine Band Service Beating Retreat

Mass bands of the Royal Marine Band Service Beating Retreat

Mass bands of the Royal Marine Band Service Beating Retreat

Mass bands of the Royal Marine Band Service Beating Retreat

Mass bands of the Royal Marine Band Service Beating Retreat

Mass bands of the Royal Marine Band Service Beating Retreat

Mass bands of the Royal Marine Band Service Beating Retreat

Mass bands of the Royal Marine Band Service Beating Retreat

Mass bands of the Royal Marine Band Service Beating Retreat

Mass bands of the Royal Marine Band Service Beating Retreat

Mass bands of the Royal Marine Band Service Beating Retreat

Mass bands of the Royal Marine Band Service Beating Retreat

Military Bands to play at Olympic venues

Library Pic: Grenadier Guards Band at Wellington Barracks Parade ground moments before leaving to perform Diamond Jubilee duties. Story: MILITARY BANDS TO ENTERTAIN CROWDS AT LONDON 2012 VENUES Military musicians from the Royal Marines, Army and Royal Air Force will be providing musical entertainment at London 2012 venues. More than 400 musicians from 16 bands will feature at nine Olympic and five Paralympic venues throughout the Games period, including on The Mall in support of the marathon, and at Eton Dorney for the rowing, adding a quintessentially British flavour to proceedings. Music performed will include modern and contemporary songs, those associated with the military, classical pieces and well known popular tunes, all aimed at creating a fun and uplifting atmosphere, personalised for each venue.

Military Bands to play at Olympic venues

Library Pic: The RAF Central Band is pictured during a performance at a Families Day held at RAF Northolt in Middlesex. Story: MILITARY BANDS TO ENTERTAIN CROWDS AT LONDON 2012 VENUES Military musicians from the Royal Marines, Army and Royal Air Force will be providing musical entertainment at London 2012 venues. More than 400 musicians from 16 bands will feature at nine Olympic and five Paralympic venues throughout the Games period, including on The Mall in support of the marathon, and at Eton Dorney for the rowing, adding a quintessentially British flavour to proceedings. Music performed will include modern and contemporary songs, those associated with the military, classical pieces and well known popular tunes, all aimed at creating a fun and uplifting atmosphere, personalised for each venue.

Military Bands to play at Olympic venues

Library Pic: The Royal Artillery Band are shown playing music throughout a medal presentation parade at Catterick Garrison. Story: MILITARY BANDS TO ENTERTAIN CROWDS AT LONDON 2012 VENUES Military musicians from the Royal Marines, Army and Royal Air Force will be providing musical entertainment at London 2012 venues. More than 400 musicians from 16 bands will feature at nine Olympic and five Paralympic venues throughout the Games period, including on The Mall in support of the marathon, and at Eton Dorney for the rowing, adding a quintessentially British flavour to proceedings. Music performed will include modern and contemporary songs, those associated with the military, classical pieces and well known popular tunes, all aimed at creating a fun and uplifting atmosphere, personalised for each venue.

Military Bands to play at Olympic venues

Library Pic: The Bands of London District put on a fine display of military music for the crowds at Horse Guards London. Story: MILITARY BANDS TO ENTERTAIN CROWDS AT LONDON 2012 VENUES Military musicians from the Royal Marines, Army and Royal Air Force will be providing musical entertainment at London 2012 venues. More than 400 musicians from 16 bands will feature at nine Olympic and five Paralympic venues throughout the Games period, including on The Mall in support of the marathon, and at Eton Dorney for the rowing, adding a quintessentially British flavour to proceedings. Music performed will include modern and contemporary songs, those associated with the military, classical pieces and well known popular tunes, all aimed at creating a fun and uplifting atmosphere, personalised for each venue.

Military Bands to play at Olympic venues

Library Pic: THE BAND OF THE ROYAL MARINES AT THE RECENT PORTSMOUTH FESTIVAL OF THE SEA. Story: MILITARY BANDS TO ENTERTAIN CROWDS AT LONDON 2012 VENUES Military musicians from the Royal Marines, Army and Royal Air Force will be providing musical entertainment at London 2012 venues. More than 400 musicians from 16 bands will feature at nine Olympic and five Paralympic venues throughout the Games period, including on The Mall in support of the marathon, and at Eton Dorney for the rowing, adding a quintessentially British flavour to proceedings. Music performed will include modern and contemporary songs, those associated with the military, classical pieces and well known popular tunes, all aimed at creating a fun and uplifting atmosphere, personalised for each venue.

Bands of the Royal Marine Band Service

Bands of the Royal Marine Band Service

Mass Bands of the Royal Marine Band Service

Bands of the Royal Marine Band Service

Bands of the Royal Marine Band Service

Royal Marine Musicians training at CTCRM Lympstone

Royal Marine Musicians training at CTCRM Lympstone

Royal Marine Musicians training at CTCRM Lympstone

Royal Marine Musicians training at CTCRM Lympstone

South Coast Proms

South Coast Proms 2011.The world famous Massed Bands Majestry's Royal Marines took centre stage performing military and mainstream music at HMS Excellent.

South Coast Proms

South Coast Proms 2011.The world famous Massed Bands Majestry's Royal Marines took centre stage performing military and mainstream music at HMS Excellent.

South Coast Proms

South Coast Proms in the park 2011.Took place at HMS Excellent over a two day period 1st - 2nd July 2011. The world famous Massed Bands of Her Majestry's Royal Marines took centre stage performing military and mainstream music.With an array of soloist ending with a fantastic Firework display. All in aid of the Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity.

South Coast Proms

South Coast Proms in the park 2011.Took place at HMS Excellent over a two day period 1st - 2nd July 2011. The world famous Massed Bands of Her Majestry's Royal Marines took centre stage performing military and mainstream music.With an array of soloist ending with a fantastic Firework display. All in aid of the Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity.

South Coast Proms

South Coast Proms in the park 2011.Took place at HMS Excellent over a two day period 1st - 2nd July 2011. The world famous Massed Bands of Her Majestry's Royal Marines took centre stage performing military and mainstream music.With an array of soloist ending with a fantastic Firework display. All in aid of the Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity.

South Coast Proms

The South coast prom was held over a two day period on HMS Excellent. Massed bands of Royal Marines entertained the crowds along with some solo artists and jazz band.

South Coast Proms

The South coast prom was held over a two day period on HMS Excellent. Massed bands of Royal Marines entertained the crowds along with some solo artists and jazz band.

South Coast Proms

The South coast prom was held over a two day period on HMS Excellent. Massed bands of Royal Marines entertained the crowds along with some solo artists and jazz band.

South Coast Proms

The South coast prom was held over a two day period on HMS Excellent. Massed bands of Royal Marines entertained the crowds along with some solo artists and jazz band.

South Coast Proms

The South coast prom was held over a two day period on HMS Excellent. Massed bands of Royal Marines entertained the crowds along with some solo artists and jazz band.

South Coast Proms

The South coast prom was held over a two day period on HMS Excellent. Massed bands of Royal Marines entertained the crowds along with some solo artists and jazz band.

South Coast Proms

The South coast prom was held over a two day period on HMS Excellent. Massed bands of Royal Marines entertained the crowds along with some solo artists and jazz band.

South Coast Proms

The South coast prom was held over a two day period on HMS Excellent. Massed bands of Royal Marines entertained the crowds along with some solo artists and jazz band.

South Coast Proms

The South coast prom was held over a two day period on HMS Excellent. Massed bands of Royal Marines entertained the crowds along with some solo artists and jazz band.

South Coast Proms

The South coast prom was held over a two day period on HMS Excellent. Massed bands of Royal Marines entertained the crowds along with some solo artists and jazz band.

South Coast Proms

The South coast prom was held over a two day period on HMS Excellent. Massed bands of Royal Marines entertained the crowds along with some solo artists and jazz band.

South Coast Proms

South Coast Proms Spectacular with Firework Finale featuring the Massed Bands of Her Majesty's Royal Marines, which started last night (25th June) at HMS Excellent, Portsmouth. It was a spectacular evening of music in the perfect summer sunshine, the entertainment began as soon as the crowds arrived with the Royal Marines Jazz Bands and the Royal Navy Pipers.

South Coast Proms

South Coast Proms Spectacular with Firework Finale featuring the Massed Bands of Her Majesty's Royal Marines on the 26th June at HMS Excellent, Portsmouth. It was a spectacular evening of music in the perfect summer sunshine, the entertainment began as soon as the crowds arrived with the Royal Marines Jazz Bands and the Royal Navy Pipers.

South Coast Proms

South Coast Proms Spectacular with Firework Finale featuring the Massed Bands of Her Majesty's Royal Marines on the 26th June at HMS Excellent, Portsmouth. It was a spectacular evening of music in the perfect summer sunshine, the entertainment began as soon as the crowds arrived with the Royal Marines Jazz Bands and the Royal Navy Pipers.

South Coast Proms

South Coast Proms Spectacular with Firework Finale featuring the Massed Bands of Her Majesty's Royal Marines on the 26th June at HMS Excellent, Portsmouth. It was a spectacular evening of music in the perfect summer sunshine, the entertainment began as soon as the crowds arrived with the Royal Marines Jazz Bands and the Royal Navy Pipers.

South Coast Proms

South Coast Proms Spectacular with Firework Finale featuring the Massed Bands of Her Majesty's Royal Marines on the 26th June at HMS Excellent, Portsmouth. It was a spectacular evening of music in the perfect summer sunshine, the entertainment began as soon as the crowds arrived with the Royal Marines Jazz Bands and the Royal Navy Pipers.

Beating Retreat

Massed bands of the Royal Marine bnad Service during Beating Retreat

Beating Retreat

Massed bands of the Royal Marine bnad Service during Beating Retreat

Beating Retreat

Massed bands of the Royal Marine bnad Service during Beating Retreat

Beating Retreat

Massed bands of the Royal Marine bnad Service during Beating Retreat

Beating Retreat

Massed bands of the Royal Marine bnad Service during Beating Retreat

Beating Retreat

Massed bands of the Royal Marine bnad Service during Beating Retreat

Beating Retreat

Massed bands of the Royal Marine bnad Service during Beating Retreat

Beating Retreat

Massed bands of the Royal Marine bnad Service during Beating Retreat

Beating Retreat

Massed bands of the Royal Marine bnad Service during Beating Retreat

Beating Retreat

Massed bands of the Royal Marine bnad Service during Beating Retreat

Beating Retreat

Massed bands of the Royal Marine bnad Service during Beating Retreat

Beating Retreat

Massed bands of the Royal Marine bnad Service during Beating Retreat

Beating Retreat

Massed bands of the Royal Marine bnad Service during Beating Retreat

Beating Retreat

Massed bands of the Royal Marine bnad Service during Beating Retreat

Beating Retreat

Massed bands of the Royal Marine bnad Service during Beating Retreat

Beating Retreat

Massed bands of the Royal Marine bnad Service during Beating Retreat

Beating Retreat

Massed bands of the Royal Marine bnad Service during Beating Retreat

Beating Retreat

Massed bands of the Royal Marine bnad Service during Beating Retreat

Beating Retreat

Massed bands of the Royal Marine bnad Service during Beating Retreat

Beating Retreat

Massed bands of the Royal Marine bnad Service during Beating Retreat

Beating Retreat

Massed bands of the Royal Marine bnad Service during Beating Retreat

Beating Retreat

Massed bands of the Royal Marine bnad Service during Beating Retreat

Beating Retreat

Massed bands of the Royal Marine bnad Service during Beating Retreat

Beating Retreat

Massed bands of the Royal Marine bnad Service during Beating Retreat

Capt Harvey Rich and Petty Officer Chippy Carpenter lead the patriotic singing with a rousing rendition of Rule Britannia.

Cpl Tim Needham (far right) leads the Corps of Drums at the opening of the show

Musn Tim Fairweather entertains the crowd with the Posthorn Galop

Chief Petty Officer Des Paterson brings the evening to a close with the lowering of the White Ensign

British and US troops watch on as the Band performs

Burgh Musician Hits Right Note As Edinburgh Tattoo Goes ‘Of The Sea’

Burgh Musician Hits Right Note As Edinburgh Tattoo Goes ‘Of The Sea’

Date AUGUST 2011 Location EDINBURGH CASTLE, Edinburgh Scotland. Photo by Mark Owens Photo Caption: The Massed Bands of Her Majesty's Royal Marines, the peerless skills of 140 musicians from HM Royal Marines Plymouth, Portsmouth and Scotland.

The Band of Her Majesty's Royal Marines Plymouth has celebrated the birth of the Royal Marine Corps with a fanfare salute

The Band of Her Majesty's Royal Marines Plymouth has celebrated the birth of the Royal Marine Corps with a fanfare salute

The Band of Her Majesty’s Royal Marines from Commando Training Centre Lympstone as they receive their Afghanistan Campaign Medals. The Medals were awarded for their recent 6 month deployment on Operation Herrick 14.

Pictured; The Band of Her Majesty’s Royal Marines from Commando Training Centre Lympstone as they receive their Afghanistan Campaign Medals. The Medals were awarded for their recent 6 month deployment on Operation Herrick 14.

The Band of Her Majesty’s Royal Marines from Commando Training Centre Lympstone as they receive their Afghanistan Campaign Medals. The Medals were awarded for their recent 6 month deployment on Operation Herrick 14.

Pictured; The Band of Her Majesty’s Royal Marines from Commando Training Centre Lympstone as they receive their Afghanistan Campaign Medals. The Medals were awarded for their recent 6 month deployment on Operation Herrick 14.

The Band of Her Majesty’s Royal Marines from Commando Training Centre Lympstone as they receive their Afghanistan Campaign Medals. The Medals were awarded for their recent 6 month deployment on Operation Herrick 14.

Pictured; The Band of Her Majesty’s Royal Marines from Commando Training Centre Lympstone as they receive their Afghanistan Campaign Medals. The Medals were awarded for their recent 6 month deployment on Operation Herrick 14.

The Band of Her Majesty’s Royal Marines from Commando Training Centre Lympstone as they receive their Afghanistan Campaign Medals. The Medals were awarded for their recent 6 month deployment on Operation Herrick 14.

Pictured; The Band of Her Majesty’s Royal Marines from Commando Training Centre Lympstone as they receive their Afghanistan Campaign Medals. The Medals were awarded for their recent 6 month deployment on Operation Herrick 14.

The Band of Her Majesty’s Royal Marines from Commando Training Centre Lympstone as they receive their Afghanistan Campaign Medals. The Medals were awarded for their recent 6 month deployment on Operation Herrick 14.

Pictured; The Band of Her Majesty’s Royal Marines from Commando Training Centre Lympstone as they receive their Afghanistan Campaign Medals. The Medals were awarded for their recent 6 month deployment on Operation Herrick 14.

The Band of Her Majesty’s Royal Marines from Commando Training Centre Lympstone as they receive their Afghanistan Campaign Medals. The Medals were awarded for their recent 6 month deployment on Operation Herrick 14.

Pictured; The Band of Her Majesty’s Royal Marines from Commando Training Centre Lympstone as they receive their Afghanistan Campaign Medals. The Medals were awarded for their recent 6 month deployment on Operation Herrick 14.

The Band of Her Majesty’s Royal Marines from Commando Training Centre Lympstone as they receive their Afghanistan Campaign Medals. The Medals were awarded for their recent 6 month deployment on Operation Herrick 14.

Pictured; The Band of Her Majesty’s Royal Marines from Commando Training Centre Lympstone as they receive their Afghanistan Campaign Medals. The Medals were awarded for their recent 6 month deployment on Operation Herrick 14.

Plymouth Remembers

Plymouth Remembers

Plymouth Remembers

Plymouth Remembers

Mountbatten Festival of Music

Mountbatten Festival of Music

Mountbatten Festival of Music

Mountbatten Festival of Music

Mountbatten Festival of Music

Mountbatten Festival of Music

Mountbatten Festival of Music

Mountbatten Festival of Music

Mountbatten Festival of Music

Mountbatten Festival of Music

Mountbatten Festival of Music

Mountbatten Festival of Music

Mountbatten Festival of Music

Mountbatten Festival of Music

Mountbatten Festival of Music

Mountbatten Festival of Music

Mountbatten Festival of Music

Mountbatten Festival of Music

Mountbatten Festival of Music

Mountbatten Festival of Music

Mountbatten Festival of Music

Mountbatten Festival of Music

Mountbatten Festival of Music

Mountbatten Festival of Music

Mountbatten Festival of Music

Mountbatten Festival of Music

Mountbatten Festival of Music

Mountbatten Festival of Music

Mountbatten Festival of Music

Mountbatten Festival of Music

Royal Recognition for Wootton Bassett

Wootton Bassett town receives the 'Letters Patent' from HRH Princess Royal on behalf of Her Majesty the Queen to become Royal Wootton Bassett. Receiving the Princess are the Lord Lieutenant, Mr John Bush,OBE,KStJ and the town's mayor Councillor Paul Heaphy. Also present were Prime Minister David Cameron and the new Secretary of State for Defence, Philip Hammond.The commemoration included parade troops, the Wootton Bassett Band and the Royal Marines Band.Following speeches the flag bearer broke the new Royal flag which was raised for the first time after the presentation of 'Letters Patent'. The Master of Ceremonies, Councillor Steve Bucknell then invited Canon Thomas Woodhouse to bless the town's new coat of arms.

Royal Recognition for Wootton Bassett

Wootton Bassett town receives the 'Letters Patent' from HRH Princess Royal on behalf of Her Majesty the Queen to become Royal Wootton Bassett. Receiving the Princess are the Lord Lieutenant, Mr John Bush,OBE,KStJ and the town's mayor Councillor Paul Heaphy. Also present were Prime Minister David Cameron and the new Secretary of State for Defence, Philip Hammond.The commemoration included parade troops, the Wootton Bassett Band and the Royal Marines Band.Following speeches the flag bearer broke the new Royal flag which was raised for the first time after the presentation of 'Letters Patent'. The Master of Ceremonies, Councillor Steve Bucknell then invited Canon Thomas Woodhouse to bless the town's new coat of arms.

Royal Recognition for Wootton Bassett

Wootton Bassett town receives the 'Letters Patent' from HRH Princess Royal on behalf of Her Majesty the Queen to become Royal Wootton Bassett. Receiving the Princess are the Lord Lieutenant, Mr John Bush,OBE,KStJ and the town's mayor Councillor Paul Heaphy. Also present were Prime Minister David Cameron and the new Secretary of State for Defence, Philip Hammond.The commemoration included parade troops, the Wootton Bassett Band and the Royal Marines Band.Following speeches the flag bearer broke the new Royal flag which was raised for the first time after the presentation of 'Letters Patent'. The Master of Ceremonies, Councillor Steve Bucknell then invited Canon Thomas Woodhouse to bless the town's new coat of arms.

On the biggest day in the Navy calendar, Trafalgar Day, the world-famous Band of HM Royal Marines has signed a record deal with Universal Music, the world’s leading record company

On the biggest day in the Navy calendar, Trafalgar Day, the world-famous Band of HM Royal Marines has signed a record deal with Universal Music, the world’s leading record company. The recording contract was signed on board HMS Victory, in Portsmouth, by the Principal Director of Music for The Royal Marines, Lieutenant Colonel Nick Grace, on the very desk used by Lord Nelson himself. Mr Mark Wilkinson( left) Bugler Gordon( middle) and Lt Col Nick Grace The album, to be released on November 14, will include the incredibly moving Original King’s Speech On The Outbreak Of War, delivered so brilliantly by Colin Firth in the multi-award-winning film, The King’s Speech this year. The original 1939 recording of the radio broadcast on Britain’s declaration of war on Germany will be heard over The Royal Marines playing Eternal Father (For Those in Peril on the Sea). King George VI himself was a serving naval officer, joining as a cadet in 1909 and reaching the rank of Admiral in 1936; the year he became King. Now, in the 21st century, having just conquered the motion picture world, the voice of King George VI now takes on the pop charts! This means that The King, backed by The Marines, will enter a chart battle in the run up to Christmas, up against acts such as Take That, Coldplay, Adele and Michael Bublé. To continue the “real-life” aspect of this album, one of the tracks will feature a choir of serving sailors aboard the HMS Illustrious for the Number 1 hit Sailing, recorded on the ship itself in between usual onboard duties. Lieutenant Colonel Nick Grace said: “The Band of Her Majesty’s Royal Marines has a reputation of musical excellence and marching precision. When combined with another world class outfit, Decca Records, I am sure the finished product will be one of the highest quality.” The Royal Marines Band dates back to the middle of the 18th century, and its musical development is inextricably linked with the evolution of British military ba *** Local C

On the biggest day in the Navy calendar, Trafalgar Day, the world-famous Band of HM Royal Marines has signed a record deal with Universal Music, the world’s leading record company

On the biggest day in the Navy calendar, Trafalgar Day, the world-famous Band of HM Royal Marines has signed a record deal with Universal Music, the world’s leading record company. The recording contract was signed on board HMS Victory, in Portsmouth, by the Principal Director of Music for The Royal Marines, Lieutenant Colonel Nick Grace, on the very desk used by Lord Nelson himself. The album, to be released on November 14, will include the incredibly moving Original King’s Speech On The Outbreak Of War, delivered so brilliantly by Colin Firth in the multi-award-winning film, The King’s Speech this year. The original 1939 recording of the radio broadcast on Britain’s declaration of war on Germany will be heard over The Royal Marines playing Eternal Father (For Those in Peril on the Sea). King George VI himself was a serving naval officer, joining as a cadet in 1909 and reaching the rank of Admiral in 1936; the year he became King. Now, in the 21st century, having just conquered the motion picture world, the voice of King George VI now takes on the pop charts! This means that The King, backed by The Marines, will enter a chart battle in the run up to Christmas, up against acts such as Take That, Coldplay, Adele and Michael Bublé. To continue the “real-life” aspect of this album, one of the tracks will feature a choir of serving sailors aboard the HMS Illustrious for the Number 1 hit Sailing, recorded on the ship itself in between usual onboard duties. Lieutenant Colonel Nick Grace said: “The Band of Her Majesty’s Royal Marines has a reputation of musical excellence and marching precision. When combined with another world class outfit, Decca Records, I am sure the finished product will be one of the highest quality.” The Royal Marines Band dates back to the middle of the 18th century, and its musical development is inextricably linked with the evolution of British military bands. Mr Mark Wilkinson( left) Bugler Gordon( middle) and Lt Col Nick G *** Local C

On the biggest day in the Navy calendar, Trafalgar Day, the world-famous Band of HM Royal Marines has signed a record deal with Universal Music, the world’s leading record company

On the biggest day in the Navy calendar, Trafalgar Day, the world-famous Band of HM Royal Marines has signed a record deal with Universal Music, the world’s leading record company. The recording contract was signed on board HMS Victory, in Portsmouth, by the Principal Director of Music for The Royal Marines, Lieutenant Colonel Nick Grace, on the very desk used by Lord Nelson himself. The album, to be released on November 14, will include the incredibly moving Original King’s Speech On The Outbreak Of War, delivered so brilliantly by Colin Firth in the multi-award-winning film, The King’s Speech this year. The original 1939 recording of the radio broadcast on Britain’s declaration of war on Germany will be heard over The Royal Marines playing Eternal Father (For Those in Peril on the Sea). King George VI himself was a serving naval officer, joining as a cadet in 1909 and reaching the rank of Admiral in 1936; the year he became King. Now, in the 21st century, having just conquered the motion picture world, the voice of King George VI now takes on the pop charts! This means that The King, backed by The Marines, will enter a chart battle in the run up to Christmas, up against acts such as Take That, Coldplay, Adele and Michael Bublé. To continue the “real-life” aspect of this album, one of the tracks will feature a choir of serving sailors aboard the HMS Illustrious for the Number 1 hit Sailing, recorded on the ship itself in between usual onboard duties. Lieutenant Colonel Nick Grace said: “The Band of Her Majesty’s Royal Marines has a reputation of musical excellence and marching precision. When combined with another world class outfit, Decca Records, I am sure the finished product will be one of the highest quality.” The Royal Marines Band dates back to the middle of the 18th century, and its musical development is inextricably linked with the evolution of British military bands. Mr Mark Wilkinson( left) and Lt Col Nick Grace *** Local Caption *** Mr Mark

Royal Marines School of Music Young Musician of the Year Competition.

The finalists (Left to Right): Musicians Ruben Hanna, Sophie Whitter, Alice Hudson, Eleanor Moys, Sam Martin and Katherine Beard.

Royal Marines Band

Six Buglers From Royal Marines Band, Plymouth practice for the Jubilee River Pageant

Six Buglers From Royal Marines Band, Plymouth practice for the Jubilee River Pageant

Royal Marines Band at Gunwharf Quays

Bandies rock in a hard place

The show band of the Royal Marines has been playing at numerous locations around Helmand Province starting with a performance to patients in the Role 3 Hospital at Camp Bastion in Helmand Province, Afghanistan. Headed up by Major Tony Smallwood, 15 musicians from the Band of Her Majesty’s Royal Marines based in Portsmouth decided to head out to Afghanistan and played their first concert to patients and staff on the wards of the Role 3 Hospital. The band planned to visit as many places in Helmand as possible over the month long trip such as Camp Bastion, Kabul, Kandahar and smaller patrol bases closer to the front line. Major Smallwood said: “We wanted to come and entertain the troops, give them a break from the hard work and raise morale.” NOTE TO DESKS: MoD release authorised handout images. All images remain crown copyright. Photo credit to read - Sergeant Alison Baskerville RLC

Bandies rock in a hard place

The Show Band of the Royal Marines Band has flown out to Afghanistan to perform for troops serving as part of Operation HERRICK 14. The band played a selection of classics and modern songs and included a Blues Brothers and Elvis tribute. The band perform in front of hundreds of people at the HQ of Task Force Helmand in Lashkar Gah, Helmand.

Bandies rock in a hard place

The show band of the Royal Marines has been playing at numerous locations around Helmand Province starting with a performance to patients in the Role 3 Hospital at Camp Bastion in Helmand Province, Afghanistan. Pictured - Leading Naval Nurse (LNN) Carrie Stuart and Senior Aircraftswoman (SAC) Yasmin Nestor both enjoy an extract from Glee. Headed up by Major Tony Smallwood, 15 musicians from the Band of Her Majesty’s Royal Marines based in Portsmouth decided to head out to Afghanistan and played their first concert to patients and staff on the wards of the Role 3 Hospital. The band planned to visit as many places in Helmand as possible over the month long trip such as Camp Bastion, Kabul, Kandahar and smaller patrol bases closer to the front line. Major Smallwood said: “We wanted to come and entertain the troops, give them a break from the hard work and raise morale.” NOTE TO DESKS: MoD release authorised handout images. All images remain crown copyright. Photo credit to read - Sergeant Alison Baskerville RLC