State National Guard Band Has Openings
Posted on 12/12/07
I got this e-mail on my COCC account and
thought maybe there might be some players, past or present, that might be
interested in this way of going to school, playing in a band and making some
money, too. This is informational only, I am not an advocate or detractor of the
the military in any way. --Jan
STUDENTS AND INTERESTED
MUSICIANS
Musicans can Work Full Time an perform Part Time and College Students can GO TO SCHOOL FULL TIME and be a Member of your State National Guard Band Part-Time .
The Army National Guard Band in your State has openings in the following positions:
Brass
Percussion
Bass Guitar
Guitar
Woodwind
The Band Unit meets one weekend a month and 14 days in the Summer.
All interested musicians between the ages of 17- 42 are welcomed to audition or inquire as to what we have to offer.
Your State Army National Guard Band offers the musician a great opportunity to perform and receive salary and benefits as well.
CONTACT SFC JOHN A. WILSON AT john.a.wilson1@us.army.mil
FEATURES & BENEFITS
State Tuition Assistance
Qualify for up to the amount of your State Universities tuition amount per Semester towards an undergraduate degree, also good for Participating Private Schools . College students may also qualify for tuition assistance towards a Graduate degree as well.
Federal Tuition Assistance
Qualify for up to an additional $4,500 a year in Federal Tuition .
GI Montgomery Bill
Additional to a monthly salary and college tuition funds, college students can qualify for additional monthly funds such as:
Full Time Student $309/month
3/4 Time Student $231/month
1/2 Time Student $153/month
1/4 Time Student $ 77/month
Enlistment Bonus
Qualify for an enlistment bonus of $10,000
Salary
Earn a monthly income for doing a job you love, playing your instrument.
Student Loan Repayment Program
Qualify for the Army National Guard Student Loan Repayment Program for up to $20,000.
CONTACT SFC JOHN A. WILSON AT john.a.wilson1@us.army.mil
Professional Equipment
Professional instruments provided to all members of the National Guard Band
Commissary and Post Exchange (PX) Privileges
All members of the National Guard are entitled to shop at any Armed forces Commissary or Post Exchange location in the World. This offers you many opportunities to save money. Each Commissary and Post Exchange offers as much as 25% savings over commercial stores on products and service available.
Travel Benefits
Members are entitled to travel, at no charge on a space-available (Space –A) basis, on military aircraft within and between the Continental United States, Alaska, Hawaii, Guam, U.S. Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico.
Advanced Pay Grade.
Musicians may enlist at advanced pay grades of E4.
Lodging Facilities Worldwide
Take advantage of the discount rates offered at Military Lodging facilities throughout the world. Military lodging is available to all National Guard members. These accommodations include hotels and camp grounds worldwide. One example is the Shades of Green Hotel located in the center of Walt Disney. This is one of the many hotels owned by the United States Army offering discount rates for vacational and recreational use for military personnel
and there families only.
Family Member ID Cards
These ID cards are provided to family members of the National Guard. They will allow the family members, Spouses and children who meet the required age, to use certain military facilities.
Health Care Benefits
All Members of the National Guard Band and their immediate families may apply for Tri-Care health and Dental benefits at a very reduced rate for military .
CONTACT SFC JOHN A. WILSON AT john.a.wilson1@us.army.mil
Musicans can Work Full Time an perform Part Time and College Students can GO TO SCHOOL FULL TIME and be a Member of your State National Guard Band Part-Time .
The Army National Guard Band in your State has openings in the following positions:
Brass
Percussion
Bass Guitar
Guitar
Woodwind
The Band Unit meets one weekend a month and 14 days in the Summer.
All interested musicians between the ages of 17- 42 are welcomed to audition or inquire as to what we have to offer.
Your State Army National Guard Band offers the musician a great opportunity to perform and receive salary and benefits as well.
CONTACT SFC JOHN A. WILSON AT john.a.wilson1@us.army.mil
FEATURES & BENEFITS
State Tuition Assistance
Qualify for up to the amount of your State Universities tuition amount per Semester towards an undergraduate degree, also good for Participating Private Schools . College students may also qualify for tuition assistance towards a Graduate degree as well.
Federal Tuition Assistance
Qualify for up to an additional $4,500 a year in Federal Tuition .
GI Montgomery Bill
Additional to a monthly salary and college tuition funds, college students can qualify for additional monthly funds such as:
Full Time Student $309/month
3/4 Time Student $231/month
1/2 Time Student $153/month
1/4 Time Student $ 77/month
Enlistment Bonus
Qualify for an enlistment bonus of $10,000
Salary
Earn a monthly income for doing a job you love, playing your instrument.
Student Loan Repayment Program
Qualify for the Army National Guard Student Loan Repayment Program for up to $20,000.
CONTACT SFC JOHN A. WILSON AT john.a.wilson1@us.army.mil
Professional Equipment
Professional instruments provided to all members of the National Guard Band
Commissary and Post Exchange (PX) Privileges
All members of the National Guard are entitled to shop at any Armed forces Commissary or Post Exchange location in the World. This offers you many opportunities to save money. Each Commissary and Post Exchange offers as much as 25% savings over commercial stores on products and service available.
Travel Benefits
Members are entitled to travel, at no charge on a space-available (Space –A) basis, on military aircraft within and between the Continental United States, Alaska, Hawaii, Guam, U.S. Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico.
Advanced Pay Grade.
Musicians may enlist at advanced pay grades of E4.
Lodging Facilities Worldwide
Take advantage of the discount rates offered at Military Lodging facilities throughout the world. Military lodging is available to all National Guard members. These accommodations include hotels and camp grounds worldwide. One example is the Shades of Green Hotel located in the center of Walt Disney. This is one of the many hotels owned by the United States Army offering discount rates for vacational and recreational use for military personnel
and there families only.
Family Member ID Cards
These ID cards are provided to family members of the National Guard. They will allow the family members, Spouses and children who meet the required age, to use certain military facilities.
Health Care Benefits
All Members of the National Guard Band and their immediate families may apply for Tri-Care health and Dental benefits at a very reduced rate for military .
CONTACT SFC JOHN A. WILSON AT john.a.wilson1@us.army.mil
