MOS 5511 is assigned to musicians who are enlisted "for duty with the United States Marine Band only." They are appointed to the grade of staff sergeant upon their initial 4-year enlistment. These enlistees report directly to the Marine Band, Marine Barracks, Washington, DC, for duty. They are permanently assigned to the Band and perform musical duties as an instrumentalist or music related technical duties as a member of the support staff. The Director, U.S. Marine Band recommends MOS 5511 promotions to CMC (MM) to fill T/O vacancies.
Prerequisites.
See requirements.
Requirements.
(1) Auditioned/Technically evaluated and interviewed, and found musically or otherwise technically qualified by the Director, U.S. Marine Band. No specific level of education is required, but the performing ability and expertise required are that which can be expected for acceptance into world renowned symphony orchestras. The ability to fluently sight-read music is an absolute necessity.
(2) Capable of being assigned a top-secret clearance with Category II- White House access.
(3) Able to adjust to the demands of a military-oriented lifestyle.
(4) Presents a neat appearance with weight in proportion to height.
Duties.
(1) Instrumentalist: Performs as a musician with the band, the orchestra, a section, or as a soloist in concerts, ceremonies, or other official functions.
(2) Support Staff: Performs in the specific area of technical expertise to which assigned (operations, library, public affairs, recording, arranging, copying, instrument repair or stage management).
Related SOC Classification/SOC Code.
Musicians and Singers 27-2042.
Related Military Skill.
Musician, 5523-5565.
