The U.S. Army Band "Pershing's Own" presents

The U.S. Army Strings 75th Anniversary Celebration

Terrace Theater

For 75 years The U.S. Army Strings have elevated events at the most iconic Washington, D.C. locations and served as musical diplomats in support of our Nation’s leaders. Through a multimedia program of live performances and video, the 22-member ensemble will tell the story of its history and mission and showcase the artistry of its Soldiers.

Thu. Sep. 18, 2025

Upcoming Dates

  • Thu. Sep. 18, 2025 7:30p.m.

Production Information

Program

The program will include world premieres of works for string orchestra by composers Sheridan Seyfried and George Meyer, string quartet performances, and a performance by the Army Strings’ unique jazz trio of violin, guitar, and double bass. To conclude the program, the Strolling Strings will give the audience a window into the most impactful part of their mission that the public does not get to see: performing specially tailored programs for visiting foreign counterparts of senior leaders such as the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Secretary of Defense, or President of the United States.

The Strings will be joined by guest vocalists and surround the audience, giving you the experience of being a guest at one of these high-profile events!

String Orchestra

  • Jessie Montgomery: Starburst
  • George Meyer: Commissioned Work
  • Tchaikovsky: Serenade for Strings in C Major, Op. 48, 1st movement
  • Sheridan Seyfried: Homeward

String Quartet

  • Florence Price: Andante moderato from String Quartet No. 1 in G Major
  • David Balakrishnan: Skylife
  • Trad. Norwegian: Sekstur from Vendsyssel / Peat Dance arr. Danish String Quartet

Jazz Trio

  • Rogers/Hammerstein: My Favorite Things

Strolling Strings

  • Weill: September Song arr. Alex Smith
  • Almerán: Historia de un Amor arr. Bobenrieth
  • Mey: Über den Wolken arr. Knutson
  • Hayashi: Mayonaka No Door - Stay With Me arr. Knutson
  • Samuel A. Ward: America the Beautiful arr. Knutson

Ticket & Entry

This is a first-come, first-serve event; a reservation confirmation does not guarantee you a ticket. Please arrive early to exchange your email confirmation at the Hall of States Box Office for a ticket to be seated in the Terrace Theater.

Patrons who make advanced reservations can pick up their tickets at the Hall of States Box Office on the day of the performance beginning at 5:00 PM. Patrons need to present either a printed email confirmation or show the email confirmation on their smart device. Tickets that have not been claimed by 15 minutes prior to the start of the performance will be released and distributed to a stand-by line.

Terms and Conditions

All events and artists subject to change without prior notice.

This event is an external rental presented in coordination with the Trump Kennedy Center Campus Rentals Office and is not produced by the Trump Kennedy Center.

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