122nd Army Band Strengthens Diplomatic Ties Through Overseas Performances in Serbia 20 November 2024
Members of the 122nd Army Band travelled to Serbia to perform with the United States Air Force Europe Band.
122nd Army Band's 'Rewind to the 80s' Tour Concludes with Resounding Success 10 April 2024
From the spirited concert at Cincinnati's Memorial Hall to the lively performances at various other venues, each stop on our tour offered something unique.
Step back to the 80s with our 2024 Summer Tour! 10 April 2024
Grab your boombox, strap on your skates, and let's dance to some of the greatest hits of the 1980s.
Change of Responsibility: First Sergeant Andrew Sundman to First Sergeant Marc Huber 26 March 2024
First Sergeant Andrew Sundman passed the mantle of NCO leadership of the 122nd Army Band to First Sergeant Marc Huber.
SGT Grimmer Honored at The Ohio State University 25 March 2024
122nd Army Band trumpeter SGT Jennifer Grimmer was recognized for her military service and performed the National Anthem at an Ohio State Women's Hockey game.
Coming to Ohio the summer of 2023: On Broadway! 24 April 2023
Join us as we celebrate the quintessential music of American theater, from classics like West Side Story to modern hits like Rock of Ages.
Summer 2022 tour is on: Rock in the USA! 8 May 2022
It's time to melt faces with a celebration of music of, by, and for America!
WO1 Emily Bauer assumes command of the 122d Army Band 28 April 2022
After seven years as commander and conductor of the Ohio Army National Guard's military band, CW2 Joseph Lewis relinquished command and the baton to WO1 Emily Bauer.
122nd Army Band activated for Ohio COVID response 24 January 2022
The 122nd is more than just a band — as a military unit we're trained and ready to serve in whatever capacity our state or nation needs.
Summer 2021 tour dates announced: Sea to Shining Sea! 14 May 2021
America is a melting pot of cultures and music, and we want to take you on a journey across this great country of ours!
The Star-Spangled Banner 3 July 2020
Celebrate our nation's independence with a piano rendition of the rousing Whitney Houston performance of the National Anthem of the United States fo America.
Summer 2020 Disney Celebration concert series cancelled 18 May 2020
It is with profound sadness that we must cancel our 2020 summer concert series. The Ohio National Guard's mission is to support and defend the citizens of Ohio, and sadly these days that means keeping our distance. Our performances are meant to celebrate music and our great nation, but we cannot ask you to risk your personal safety for the sake of entertainment. We deeply wish we could play for you this summer, and we look forward to the day that it will be safe to do so again.
Dublin St. Patrick's Day Parade Cancelled 10 March 2020
Public health concerns have led to the cancellation of the 2020 St. Patrick's Day Parade in Dublin, Ohio.
Summer 2020 tour dates announced: the much-loved Disney Celebration is back! 6 February 2020
We loved it so much we're doing it again! We're pleased to announce that our Disney Celebration show is back for another summer, touring a new set of towns small and large across northeastern Ohio.
SGT Tony Colella headed to U.S. Army Field Band 5 February 2020
We're excited to announce that our very own SGT Tony Colella has won an arduous audition process to be a trombonist in The United States Army Field Band!
Full Metal Racket: I'l Be Home For Christmas 23 December 2019
Part of serving is knowing that you might have to spend the holidays in service of your country, far away from family and friends. But our hearts will always be at home, and with our deployed comrades. From the 122nd to all of you: Happy Holidays!
Musicians of the United States Military awarded the National Medal of Arts 21 November 2019
In our 75 years, we have been fortunate and proud to perform our duty for the service members and citizens of the United States and the state of Ohio. Every day we strive to use music to entertain, to instill patriotic pride, and to make connections between the public and the military.
Full Metal Racket: If I Didn't Have You and Kiss The Girl 7 June 2019
Sha la la la la la my oh my, it's our take on two more Disney classics!
122nd Army Band marks 75 years of making music 1 June 2019
Since World War II, the 122nd Army Band has entertained troops and the public — and we're just getting started.
2019 summer tour dates announced: Disney Celebration! 30 April 2019
For nearly a century, Disney has delighted audiences of all ages with tales of heroism, integrity, perseverance, and joy. We're so excited to bring the music of our favorite Disney films, new and old, live in concert this summer all around Ohio.
Rickenbacker Jazz Orchestra entertains at 37th Division Veterans Association 100th anniversary dinner dance 27 August 2018
Classic jazz and swing rung out on Camp Perry to celebrate the 100th birthday of the 37th Division Veterans Association — a group that represents part of the 122nd's own lineage.
Full Metal Racket entertains Ohio State Fair Band participants 25 July 2018
It's always nice to play to a young crowd! The 122nd's award-winning Full Metal Racket brought their show to the young musicians of the 2018 All-Ohio State Fair Band and Choir, and sat in with the band for a performance.
122nd Army Band wins second Army-wide performance award 6 June 2018
The 122nd has won its second consecutive MPT of the Year award, recognizing the Full Metal Racket ensemble for its video production of "Beauty and The Beast".
Tour Ohio 2018: "The Beatles!" dates announced 7 March 2018
Coming Summer 2018 to Northeast Ohio, the 122nd Army Band salutes the band that changed rock 'n roll forever: The Beatles!
Full Metal Racket: Holiday Horns 22 December 2017
Mannheim Steamroller and heavy dose of French Horn — happy holidays, one and all!
SGT Tiller wins STC Best Warrior competition 17 November 2017
It was a grueling test of intelligence, fortitude, technical proficiency, and tenacity, and the 122nd's own SGT Ben Tiller came out on top in the Special Troop Command's annual Best Warrior competition.
Flashbang: Proud Mary 31 July 2017
Just a little bit of Proud Mary… Ike and Tina style!
Full Metal Racket puts on a raucous show for the All Ohio State Fair Band 26 July 2017
In its first full performance, the 122nd's highly versatile Full Metal Racket group performed in front of the hundreds of talented young musicians in the All Ohio State Fair Band and Youth Choir.
Live: 122nd Army Band from Chagrin Falls, Ohio 28 June 2017
Catch the full Ohio Stands Ready 2017 concerts, recorded live at Kenston High School in Chagrin Falls, Ohio.
122nd Army Band scores big win in Army-wide musical competition 19 June 2017
The 122nd's "Full Metal Racket" ensemble won the top Video Production award in the 2017 Music Performance Teamn of the Year competition, beating out not just other National Guard bands, but several full-time active duty Army Bands.
Promotions, awards, and new members — oh my 8 June 2017
Unit commander Joseph Lewis is promoted to Chief Warrant Officer 2, operations chief Andrew Sundman has been elevated to Sergeant First Class, SSG John Connors is awarded the Army Commendation Medal, and more.
Tour Ohio 2017: "Ohio Stands Ready" dates announced 5 May 2017
Coming to northeast and central Ohio, the 122nd's Ohio Stands Ready concert takes listeners on a musical journey through the rich history of the Ohio National Guard — from the music of 200 years ago to modern patriotic hits.
Full Metal Racket: Beauty and the Beast 13 April 2017
The award-winning Full Metal Racket puts on a production of an iconic tale as old as time…
Full Metal Racket: Be Our Guest! 17 March 2017
A little song, a little dance, a little studio performance!
M4: The Star Spangled Banner 21 February 2017
The 122nd's vocal quartet M4 performs the National Anthem before the Military Appreciation Day basketball game at Ohio University.
Full Metal Racket: Hang On Sloopy 30 December 2016
Ohio State is on the march — first the Fiesta Bowl and then on to another National Championship! Let's cheer our Buckeyes on to victory! O-H!
Full Metal Racket: The Empire Strikes a Beat! 6 December 2016
The dark side and the light, a great clash brews. Choose a side, you must. A trap, it is not.
Transfers and new enlistees 21 November 2016
The 122nd welcomes several new Soldiers to the unit, including transfers and new enlistees.
122nd Army Band transferred to OHARNG Special Troops Command 10 September 2016
After seveal years as part of the 371st Sustainment Brigade, the 122nd Army Band is now a part of the Ohio Army National Guard's new Special Troops Command.
Tour Ohio 2016: A look back 8 September 2016
The 122nd Army Band's 2016 summer concert tour was unlike any before in the band's past. Combining multiple ensembles for a musical tour through the history of the Ohio Guard, Ohio Stands Ready was a high water mark for the unit and our ongoing transformation.
M4: National Anthem, impromptu style 4 July 2016
When your hotel lobby has amazing acoustics, you have an impromptu celebration of America's birthday!
Ohio Stands Ready: Live from Ashland! 29 June 2016
Couldn't make it to any of our 2016 summer concerts? That's alright, here's we are, live from Ashland, Ohio.
CW5 Kessler retires after 42 years of service 18 February 2016
Tireless service, dedication, and leadership — both for the 122nd and the Army Band Program at large.
You're a Mean One, Mr. Grinch 21 December 2015
A few members of the 122nd's low brass section decided to get into the holiday spirit as only a tuba and three trombones can do…
Tour Ohio 2015: A look back 18 September 2015
Looking back at the 122nd's summer 2015 tour, the "American Crooner" concert dedicated to legendary American songster Frank Sinatra.
2015 Alumni Concert scheduled for August 15th 27 July 2015
Alumni of the 122nd Army Band, 37th Infantry Division Band, and 555th Air Force Band are invited to join us for our concert and alumni cook-out in Worthington on August 15th, 2015.
Tour Ohio 2015: "American Crooner" announced 19 May 2015
The 122nd Army Band is setting out across Ohio again this summer, bringing the music of America and the great American singer Frank Sinatra to cities across the state. From Dayton to Cleveland and stops in between, we'll be performing the very best of both Sinatra and Sousa.
Ribs and rock: Flashbang set to perform at the Great American Rib Cook-Off 27 April 2015
The 2015 Great American Rib Cook-Off and Music Festival has added the 122nd's Flashbang to their schedule. Saturday, May 23rd will see Flashbang taking the stage at Jacobs Pavilion at Nautica in Cleveland.
Changing of the guard: WO1 Joseph Lewis takes command of the 122nd Army Band 9 February 2015
It was an emotional and historic day for the 122nd Army Band: the unit's first Change of Command in nearly two decades. After commanding the 122nd for the past 19 years, and for nearly 25 years in total, CW4 Robin Kessler relinquished command of the unit to WO1 Joseph Lewis.
Flashbang rocks the house at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 26 January 2015
Under the bright lights and glass pyramid of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame + Museum in Cleveland, Ohio, and in front of a cheering crowd, Flashbang of the 122nd Army Band took the stage at the 19th Annual Tri-C High School Rock-Off.
Flashbang to rock the house at the 2015 Tri-C High School Rock Off 22 January 2015
On Saturday, January 24th, Flashbang will perform at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame + Museum in downtown Cleveland, Ohio, for the 2015 Tri-C High School Rock Off.
Welcome to the all-new 122ndArmyBand.com 28 October 2014
You might have noticed something new here. As in all around here — yes, we have a new site design!
"A Day of Remembrance" in Lebanon, Ohio 11 November 2014
Honoring our nation's veterans is always a great privilege of ours, and the "A Day of Remembrance" Veterans Day ceremony at the Countryside YMCA in Lebanon, Ohio was no exception.
Join the 122nd Army Band. Pay for college, serve your country, make music. 5 November 2014
The 122nd Army Band is looking for talented musicians that are ready to serve their country.
The 122nd performs with the Belgrade Philharmonic at Severance Hall 15 October 2014
Members of the Ohio National Guard's 122nd Army Band took to the stage of world-famous Severance Hall for a joint performance with the Belgrade Philharmonic Orchestra.
122nd Army Band and 555th Air Force Band alumni come together for Worthington concert 16 August 2014
Our annual Alumni concert expanded this year to include members of the 555th Air Force Band, the former band of the Ohio Air National Guard.
Flashbang plays for the troops at Camp Ravenna 18 July 2014
Flashbang played for Soldiers of the Ohio Army National Guard during their Annual Training period at Camp Ravenna.
122nd Army Band marks 70 years of making music 1 June 2014
The 122nd Army Band, as we know it, was originally formed on June 1, 1944. 70 years ago today, two separate musical companies were joined together on Bougainville to form what is presently known as the 122nd.
"A Salute to Service" Parade added to Tour Ohio 2014 schedule 28 May 2014
The schedule for the 122nd Army Band's Tour Ohio 2014 has been released and updated. This year, we commemorate the 70th Anniversary of D-Day by honoring ALL of our World War II Veterans.
122nd Army Band to perform Memorial Day joint concert with The Cleveland Pops Orchestra 7 February 2014
The 122nd Army Band is pleased to announce a joint performance with The Cleveland POPS Orchestra for their 14th Annual 'Salute To The Armed Forces' concert.
Flashbang puts on showcase performance at the 2014 Tri-C High School Rock Off 19 January 2014
Flashbang had the chance to perform at the House of Blues Cleveland as a feature showcase during the 2014 High School Rock Off.
