Concerts on the Avenue
Each summer from June through August, the United States Navy Band proudly presents Concerts on the Avenue, the band’s premier recurring concert series. These highly anticipated concerts frequently dazzle audiences with talent and diverse skills that showcase the Navy Band’s mastery of all musical styles. The Concerts on the Avenue feature members of the Concert Band, Sea Chanters and Cruisers. The talents and musical specialties of these groups allow the Navy Band to present a wide range of musical styles and genres to eager crowds.
Equally comfortable performing marches by John Philip Sousa and 1980s rock ballads, this combined ensemble showcases the remarkable talent of the Navy Band in one concert. Audiences are treated to high-quality performances of everything from movie soundtracks to traditional sea shanties to Broadway selections and more. While individuals in the group showcase their abilities in vocal and instrumental solos, the combination of electronic instruments, full concert band and chorus lends itself to an unrivaled array of sound.
The concerts are presented on select Tuesday evenings at the United States Navy Memorial, located at 701 Pennsylvania Ave. NW in Washington, D.C. The Navy Memorial serves as an ideal venue for casual outdoor concerts that appeal to families. Past Concerts on the Avenue have included Broadway medleys, selections from “Glee,” and music by artists such as Phil Stacy and Earth, Wind and Fire.
The Concerts on the Avenue also feature the participation of the United States Navy Ceremonial Guard. The Guard opens the performance with a stellar display of marching with the flags of the states and territories, the presentation of colors and an appearance by the Navy Silent Drill Team. This collaboration between the Ceremonial Guard and the Navy Band reflects the unity of the Navy and adds military precision and dignity to the evening’s entertainment.
For more information on dates for our Concerts on the Avenue, please see our events calendar.
