Book excerpt: This manual serves as a guide to commanders in the training and utilization of an Army band as a marching, concert, and dance/stage unit in connection with military ceremonies, formal concerts, and recreational activities. Users of this manual are encouraged to submit recommended changes and comments to improve the manual. Comments should be keyed to the specific page, paragraph, and line of the text in which the change is recommended. Reasons will be provided for each comment to insure understanding and complete evaluation. This manual prescribes approved procedures for the overall functioning of an Army band. Commanders will use this manual as a reference for the organization and training of an Army band.