Percussion Ensemble of the Royal Canadian Air Force

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The percussion ensemble of the Royal Canadian Air Force is made up of the band's three percussionists: Sgt Darren Gordon, Sgt Jim Johnston, and Sgt Jordy McIntyre.

Today they present the first movement from a work entitled “Trio Per Uno” by percussionist and composer N.J. Nivcovic. It consists of three drummers playing one bass drum in a ritualistic manner, as well as their own bongos and cymbals. It has very fast driving rhythms, as well as improvised sections, making it very unique and fun for the players as well as the audience.

The RCAF Band is a group of 35 full-time professional military musicians stationed at 17 Wing in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The Band's role is to provide musical support to the Canadian Forces, Canadian public, and all levels of government in a variety of public settings. The Royal Canadian Air Force Band also proudly represents Canada and the Canadian Forces around the globe. Military and public parades, ceremonial occasions, international tattoos, public and school concerts, official dinners, dances and receptions are all typical engagements for the Royal Canadian Air Force Band and its varied ensembles.

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• RCAF Band Website rcaf-arc.forces.gc.ca

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RCAF Band

The Royal Canadian Air Force Band is a group of thirty-five fulltime professional musicians who routinely perform throughout Canada. Comprised of a number of diverse groups and ensembles, the Band's role is to provide musical support to the Canadian Forces, all levels of government, and to a variety of public functions. The Royal Canadian Air Force Band also proudly represents Canada and the Canadian Forces around the globe. Military and public parades, ceremonial occasions, international tattoos, public and school concerts, official dinners, dances and receptions are all typical engagements for the Royal Canadian Air Force Band and its varied ensembles.

The core ensemble of the RCAF Band is the Wind Ensemble, a 35 piece group that performs a wide range of styles. The RCAF Band also demonstrates its versatility through the number and variety of its smaller ensembles:

-Jet Stream (show band)

-Command Brass (brass quintet)

-Dixieland Band

-Mach 4 (Jazz/Pop crossover)

-RCAF Rock Band (classic rock band)

-Parade Band

For over sixty years, this professional Air Force Band has been highly visible throughout the Canadian Forces. Instilling national pride in Canadian audiences across the country, it is also a key contributor to "esprit de corps" in our military. The Royal Canadian Air Force Band proudly represents Canada at international events around the globe, bringing with it the highest degree of diplomacy and statesmanship.

The Royal Canadian Air Force Band is based out of 17 Wing, Winnipeg and is presently under the command of Captain Matthew Clark, CD. To find out more about the Royal Canadian Air Force Band and its wide-ranging ensembles or to request these services, please contact the Royal Canadian Air Force Band.