3rd Marine Aircraft Wing Band

12/19/2025

10/02/2025

The most recent appropriations for the expired at 11:59 p.m. EST on September 30, 2025. Military personnel will continue in a normal duty status without pay until such time as a continuing resolution or appropriations are passed by Congress and signed into law. Civilian personnel not engaged in accepted activities will be placed in a non-work non-pay status.

03/25/2025

03/24/2025

Excellent concert to kick off the 250th anniversary of the United States Marine Corps. Semper Fidelis!

03/23/2025

Watch to see our very own 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing Band musicians in this historic event!

"This concert showcases the versatility of the entire Marine Corps music program. People have seen Marine Corps fleet bands across the globe, people see ‘The President’s Own’ on tour and throughout the Washington D.C., area, and ‘The Commandant’s Own’ on the DCI circuit and their annual tour on the West Coast. But this is the first time in history that all three organizations have come together at one time, and I don't think there is a better show of unity for the 250th commemoration of the Marine Corps than showcasing the musical talents of all three organizations." - Master Gunnery Sgt. Michael Stanley, Senior Enlisted Advisor, Marine Corps Fleet Bands.

Join us as we livestream "Semper Fidelis: USMC 250th Gala Concert" at 3 p.m. (ET), Sunday, March 23 from The Music Center at Strathmore. Read more: https://www.marineband.marines.mil/News/Article/4132108/semper-fidelis-usmc-250th-gala-concert/

Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LNWrkylVHxA

03/22/2025

03/21/2025

This Sunday, witness the first concert featuring Marines from all 10 Fleet Bands, the Commandant's Own, and the President's Own at Strathmore Theatre!

02/28/2025

In alignment with Department of Defense (DoD) Instruction 5400.17 and recent Executive Orders issued by the President, the United States Marine Corps is reviewing and adjusting its social media content to ensure compliance with DoD policies and priorities. As a result, certain posts have been removed or modified to maintain consistency with federal guidance and uphold the integrity of our official communication channels.

The Marine Corps remains committed to transparency, professionalism, and adherence to DoD directives while continuing to engage with our community in a manner that reflects our core values of honor, courage, and commitment.

For any questions regarding social media policies, please refer to official DoD guidance available at https://www.esd.whs.mil/Directives/issuances/dodi/.

Semper Fidelis.

01/17/2025

Whatever It Takes

On Friday, January 10th, 2025, at Page Field aboard Camp Pendleton, the 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing Band gave a somber salute and farewell to the "China Marines" of 1st Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment,1st Marine Division, as the battalion was de-activated and re-designated as the 12th Littoral Combat Team (LCT), 12th Marine Littoral Regiment, 3rd Marine Division.

Several Active Duty and Veteran Marines gathered to reunite over this momentous occasion, as the Battalion holds a storied history, from 1911 to 2025.

The ceremony consisted of: a pre-ceremony serenade by the Third Marine Aircraft Wing Band, the formation of troops, the final inspection of troops by the Commanding Officers of the 1st Battalion and 4th Marine Regiment, the final Pass In Review, the casing of the Battalion Colors, and the dismissal of the battalion.

"The redesignation marks the next chapter in the Marine Corps' commitment to designing a force prepared to effectively respond to the challenges, adapt to global security challenges and highlights the battalion's role in its worldwide operations." -
I Marine Expeditionary Force (I MEF)

The Third Marine Aircraft Wing Band supports the 1st Marine Division in times when the 1st Marine Division Band is operationally committed with events of higher priority, or granted well-deserved annual leave. This collaboration between the 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing and the 1st Marine Division exemplifies the strength and unity of the I Marine Expeditionary Force, showcasing their capabilities beyond the battlefield.

Did You Know?
The Third Marine Aircraft Wing Band's rehearsal hall aboard MCAS Miramar is dedicated to the 4th Marine Regiment Band, also known as "The Last China Band"?
You can learn more about their history, and the dedication of our facilities to them, here: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1069194556600426&ref=sharing

You can view the livestream of the Redesignation Ceremony, here, provided by 1st Marine Division COMMSTRAT: https://www.youtube.com/live/iHPosiaD_UM

Additionally, you can watch a summary video of the ceremony, by LCpl Diego Berumen of 1st Marine Division COMMSTRAT, here: https://www.dvidshub.net/video/949327/b-roll-1st-bn-4th-marines-redesignates-12th-littoral-combat-team

Photos by Staff Sergeant Egan of 3rd MAW Band

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01/16/2025

Create, Inspire, Perform

Please join the Third Marine Aircraft Wing Band's Jazz Combo as they perform this weekend at the California All-State Music Education Conference (CASMEC) in Sacramento California! The Combo will be playing at the SAFE Credit Union Convention Center from January 17th - 19th. Please come by and enjoy some tunes and say hello after the set!

CASMEC boasts annual professional development, music education masterclasses & panels, and honor ensemble performances for students, teachers, industry professionals, families and more!

CASMEC Banner provided by the California Music Educators Association.

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