Music

Various Wings have Bands or Drum Corps.

These groups give the cadets a change to add to this musical skills with opportunities to perform in public events, and learn formation marching.

Drum Corps give cadets with no previous musical training the chance to learn how to play these instruments, and take part in one of the oldest military traditions.

Wanted: Musicians

The Australian Air Force Cadet Band requires musicians, who are currently learning to play brass, woodwind, or percussion instruments, with a special need for brass instruments of trumpet, trombone, euphonium, and tuba. Musicians need to have basic skills and know how to read music prior to joining the band, however, additional training camps and courses are conducted for percussionists and on marching drummers.

Band Rehearsals

The Band practice on a regular basis, and rehearse prior to performances. Cadet musicians attend band camps, musician’s and drummer’s courses throughout the year to advance and hone their musical skills.

Band Insignia

Qualified band members are entitled to wear an Australian Air Force Cadets band lyre on their AFB uniform.

Download the AAFC Music brochure