Welcome to the Official Web Site of The Central Band of the Canadian Forces
The
Central Band of the Canadian Forces, headquartered in Ottawa, Ontario, has
gained an international reputation as one of Canada’s leading military
musical organizations representing the Air Force and supporting all elements
of Canada’s military.
In over sixty years of service, the Central Band has performed at concerts,
parades and festivals around the world in countries such as Holland,
Germany, France, England, Italy, Cyprus and the United States. The band
has also
performed for royalty, world heads of state, popes, prime ministers and
governors general.
Under the direction of Major Gerry
Heslip, CD, the Commanding
Officer and Director of Music, and Chief
Warrant Officer Terry Denyes, CD,the Assistant Director of
Music, the band maintains
specialized ensembles, each having repertoire suitable for varied and
specific engagements. (See Ensembles)
The many ensembles of The Central Band can be found performing almost everyday
of the year. The Central Band continues its role as musical ambassadors
of Canada representing and supporting all elements of the military and contributing
to Canadian culture both at home and abroad.
The Central Band of the Canadian Forces performs by the kind permission
of the Chief of Air Staff, Lieutenant-General Steve Lucas, CD.
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