Playing for ceremonial duties, and also in ensembles and bands.
The Army has 14 bands, playing a range of genres from traditional marching, jazz, classical and pop. Army Musicians travel and play for the public, other Soldiers, as well as VIPs, including royalty and heads of state.
Do you want a job that involves:
Creativity
Ceremony
Public
Engagement
Travel
Teamwork
Creativity
Ceremony
Public
Engagement
Travel
Teamwork
One of the main reasons I wanted to join the army was to be able to travel the world whist getting paid to play.
Caitlin, Royal Corps of Army Music
Explore the corps
Everyone who joins the Army is a soldier first, and learns skills like fieldcraft and marksmanship. If you want a job as a professional musician, combined with the opportunity for travel and adventure, the Royal Corps of Army Music could be for you.
Royal Corps of Army Music
The Royal Corps of Army Music is the public face of the British Army. Its specialist musical abilities cross international languages and cultures.
Royal Corps of Army MusicYOUR WAY INTO MUSIC IN THE ARMY
Find out more about the role and how you can use your love of music in the Army.
Your next step
Can you join?
Before you apply you'll need to see if you're eligible to join the Army. Check if you're able to start an an Army career.
Not sure where to start?
Officer? Soldier? Full time? Part Time. There are lots of ways you can join the Army. Find the right way in for you.
Ready to apply?
If you're ready to take the next step, start your application and see where your Army career could take you.