In this episode we speak with Chief Warrant Officer James Baxter about the history and mission of the 34th Infantry Division "Red Bull" Band.
Officially organized 30 April 1900, the 34th Infantry Division Band has proudly served state and nation for over 114 years, seeing service in WWI, WWII and the Global War on Terrorism. Whether performing for the public, supporting military ceremonies, or entertaining US Service members and our allies the Soldier-Musicians of the Red Bull Band are honored to serve in one of the US Army's most respected Divisions.
Show Timings
(00:00)  Introduction
(04:37  Learn a little about Military Band history
(09:45)  20th century conflicts of WWI, WWII, IRAQ 1, IRAQ 2, Kuwait 2019
(13:19)  Current mission stateside and now with the COVID-19 pandemic
(17:20)  Role that military bands play locally and nationally for music education
(19:58)  How to find out more about Military Bands
(22:13)  Closing
And that wraps up this episode.
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Other Resources
Show Hosts
Jerry Luckhardt   https://cla.umn.edu/about/directory/profile/luckh001
Bradley Mariska  https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradley-mariska-63ba2855
Facebook: Minnesota National Guard 34th Infantry Division Red Bull Band
https://www.facebook.com/RedBullBand/
Website: Minnesota National Guard 34th Infantry Division Red Bull Band
https://minnesotanationalguard.ng.mil/band/
History (from Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/34th_Infantry_Division_Band 
Facebook Website (Band in Minnesota)
https://www.facebook.com/Band-in-Minnesota