Dates: 1994 -

The Corps of Army Music was formed in 1994. It was an umbrella organisation designed to oversee the Military Bands formed during Options For Change. At first there were a total of 29 military bands. However, in 2006, the numbers were reduced.

Currently, there are 23 bands and the corps employs over 1,000 musicians. They are made up of fully trained soldiers, who may have to be called upon to support the Army Medical Services. The bands produce a wide range of different styles of music including, Big Band, Concert Bands and Marching Bands.

Forces Reunited Forum Posts involving Corps of Army Music

" Rock band Status Quo have enlisted the British Army in the remaking of their 1986 hit single In The Army Now, which aims to raise money for the British Forces Foundation and Help For Heroes. Utilising the vast expertise within 4th Battalion The Rifles and musicians from the Corps of Army Music, ..."

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" ARMY bandsmen have been ordered to wear earplugs when they perform - to meet barmy health and safety rules. All 1,100 soldier musicians must use yellow foam "ear defenders" to protect their hearing from the noise made by their bands. But angry bandsmen say the new rules make them ..."

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