Jamaica Military Band

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rdf:langString Jamaican Military Band (JMB) is one of two military bands in the Jamaican Defence Forces, with the other being The Jamaica Regiment Band. The main task of the band is to play music at all national and military ceremonies. The band's repertoire includes mostly classical and marching music.During war time, the band takes on operational roles such as Medical Assistants. The band participates the following activities: * Concerts * Military parades * Dedication ceremonies * National holidays * Events of the state * Funerals (state) It is part of the Ceremonial and Investigation Division of the JDF. It consists of a parade band (which can be configured into a concert band) and a corps of drums, as well as soloists with specific duties. It is one of only two musical units in the world (the other being the Band of the Barbados Regiment) that wears the traditional uniform of the zouaves. The band celebrates its anniversary every 26 February. It plays a central role in the Independence Day celebrations at National Arena. It has performed through many media outlets, including at one point Jamaica's only radio station, (now Real Jamaican Radio). Musicians are drawn from all music establishments in the country, including the National Youth Orchestra.