The U.S. Army Field Band

Biography

Sergeant First Class Sean Casey hails from Lake Jackson, Texas, just south of Houston. He began playing trombone at 10 years old. Sean has had a wide variety of musical experiences including performances with the ACDA honor choir, the Boston University Tanglewood Institute’s Wind Ensemble, and the 2008 Gibson-Baldwin Grammy Jazz Ensemble. He was named as a finalist in the 2009 International Trombone Association’s Yaxley competition, and he performed more recently with the 2011 Disneyland All-American Collegiate Band. While studying at the University of North Texas, Sgt. 1st Class Casey was a member of the Two O’Clock Lab Band for three years under the direction of Steve Wiest. His other interests include photography, graphic design, metal, leather, and wood work, audio engineering, and architecture.

Member of the Jazz Ambassadors

Official Photo of The U.S. Army Field Band Jazz Ambassadors

The Jazz Ambassadors, the U.S. Army’s premier big band, was formed in 1969 and is celebrated both nationally and internationally for performing America’s original art form—jazz. Known as “America’s Big Band,” this 19-member ensemble showcases versatile programming, including classic big band standards, solos, patriotic tunes, contemporary jazz, and original compositions by its members. Many of these works are available through their jazz education initiative, Perspectives.

The Jazz Ambassadors have performed across all 50 states and in Canada, Mexico, Europe, Japan, and India, joining prestigious orchestras like the Boston Pops and National Symphony and appearing at major jazz festivals in Montreux, Newport, and Toronto. Their performances reflect a rich legacy, met with acclaim for celebrating jazz’s unique spirit worldwide.

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