Joshua Buxton
Biography
Staff Sergeant Joshua Buxton, originally from Hinton, Oklahoma, began his military service with the United States Navy in 2005 as a Yeoman serving onboard the USS Cape St. George. Staff Sgt. Buxton served with the Oklahoma National Guard 145th Army Band as Enlisted Conductor and Euphonium player for 8 years while earning a Bachelor of Music degree from Southwestern Oklahoma State University and a Master of Music degree in Conducting from Oklahoma City University. After graduate school in 2014, Staff Sgt. Buxton auditioned for a trombone position with the Army Bands while taking on additional duties in Production. Video Production quickly became a focus for Staff Sgt. Buxton, and he went on to study at the New York Film Academy. Before joining The United States Army Field Band in 2021, Staff Sgt. Buxton was assigned to the 98th Army Band at Fort Rucker, Alabama and the 77th Army Band at Fort Sill, Oklahoma.
Member of the Operations Team
The Army Field Band Operations Group is the driving force behind the logistics and execution of every performance and tour. This dynamic team of professionals oversees all aspects of coordination, ensuring that each event runs smoothly and successfully. From managing complex tour schedules and coordinating travel to handling website management and audience outreach, the Operations Group ensures that the Army Field Band’s performances reach their audiences seamlessly. Their expertise in event planning, combined with their ability to adapt to the unique demands of each performance, enables the Army Field Band to deliver world-class presentations. The Operations Group’s behind-the-scenes work is essential to the band’s mission, ensuring every performance is a success.