The U.S. Army Field Band

Biography

Sergeant First Class Randy Fultz earned Bachelor of Music and Master of Music degrees in bassoon performance from the Eastman School of Music, where he studied with George Sakakeeny and John Hunt. Before joining the Army Field Band in 2019, Sgt. 1st Class Fultz performed extensively throughout western New York, appearing with the orchestras of Rochester, Buffalo, Geneseo, and Watertown. Previous engagements include fellowships with the Round Top, Texas, and Chautauqua music festivals, as well as multiple international tours with the Eastman Wind Ensemble. Since moving to the National Capital Region, Sgt. 1st Class Fultz has enjoyed additional performances with the Annapolis Symphony, Fairfax Symphony and the District5 Wind Quintet.

Member of the Concert Band

The Concert Band, the oldest and largest of The U.S. Army Field Band’s five ensembles, has performed for over 100 million people worldwide since its founding in 1946. This elite 65-member group has toured across all 50 states and 25 countries, performing in venues ranging from the Berlin Philharmonie and Carnegie Hall to state fairs and high school gyms. Often joined by the Soldiers’ Chorus, the band presents marches, overtures, popular and patriotic music, and solos. They’ve collaborated with renowned orchestras like the Boston Pops and Detroit Symphony and participated in presidential inaugurations and diplomatic events, embodying American pride and professionalism in every performance.

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