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Monday
Jun092008

Freedom's Call Military Tattoo

Performers

Welcome to the Sixth Annual Freedom's Call Tattoo

 


WHAT:    AFMC's Freedom Call Tattoo

WHEN:    June 25, 2010

WHERE:  Grounds of the National 
Museum of the U.S. Air Force,         
Wright-Patterson AFB

TIME:       Gates open at 4 p.m.

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Tattoo 2010 will provide some of the best FREE live entertainment in the Miami Valley this year. Three bands with their own unique style will take the stage to entertain our guests.

Meet the bands:

USAF Band of Flight
AF Band of Flight

Under the command of Major R. Michael Mench, the Band of Flight travels nearly 70,000 miles each year from their home at Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio to present almost 500 performances before both military and civilian audiences. Appearances by the band have ranged from the Kentucky Derby parade, the Indianapolis 500 parade and annual appearances at the Montreux Detroit Jazz Festival. They are a staple of the Tattoo lineup that pleases our guests year after year.


.38 Special

New to Tattoo, .38 Special will take the stage as this year's guest performer. They may be new to Tattoo but definitely not new to pleasing audiences. 

After more than three decades together, .38 Special is still playing more than 100 shows per year. And at every one of them, thousands of audience members are completely blindsided by the power and muscle of the band's performance. In its early days, the band built its reputation with its brand of Southern boogie and blues-rock, before transforming into a more arena-rock-friendly style. 

In its second decade, the band scored big with a slew of hits, including such rockers as "Caught Up in You," "Hold on Loosely," "If I'd Been the One," and "Rockin' into the Night."


This Side Up
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With repeat performances at Tattoo, This Side Up is becoming a fan favorite. A six member band based in Southwest Ohio, This Side Up is all about great music and having fun. They offer a unique blend of songs from all genres that are guaranteed to get audiences of all ages singing along, dancing or even playing the occasional air guitar. Take that, mix in excellent musicianship, a professional attitude, add a sprinkle of the best vocal harmonies around, and you've got a recipe sure to leave you wanting for more at the end of the night.

And... Dylan could benefit from a few lessons from Charlie on
"How to Grow a Moustache"


Once again, there will be plenty of FREE parking for all Tattoo patrons!

Guests without a base ID:

Three gates are open for guests without a base ID
   -  The Museum Gate
       -  Located on Springfield Pike in front of 
          the National Museum of the USAF
   -  The Armory Gate
       -  
Located on Harshmann Rd. between 
          Springfield Pike and Airway Rd.
   -  Spinning Road Gate
       -  
Located at the intersection of Spinning 
          Rd. and Airway Rd. 

Guests with a base ID: 

One additional gate is provided for our guests who have a base ID 
    -  Gate 22B
        -  
Located just off of Col. Glenn Highway

 
Click there for parking map

 

 

Fond Remembrancs of past Tattoos:

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if you miss the
Fourth Annual Tattoo
Celebrate freedom during the fourth annual Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Freedom's Call Military Tattoo on June 27 at the National Museum of the United States Air Force. The event begins at 8 p.m. and features live music by the Charlie Daniels Band and the U.S. Air Force Band of Flight, aircraft fly-overs and fireworks. Activities take place on the museum's back field. Charlie_in_iraq_in-Air-Force-Uniform.jpg  Charlie Daniels entertaining
Air Force Warfighters in Iraq
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And... Dylan could benefit from a few lessons from Charlie on
"How to Grow a Moustache"

Info on the New GI Bill for the 21st Century Click Here

Freedom's Call 2008 , the Air Force Materiel Command Tattoo is an adaptation of a time-honored military tradition, featuring ceremonial musical performances by the U.S. Air Force Band of Flight, military aircraft flyovers, airpower demonstrations, static displays and evening fireworks. tattoo-nmusaf.jpgmagazine-cover.jpg
The musical Tattoo traces its heritage to earliest days of organized warfare, when armies found it necessary to signal troops when to advance, retreat, turn, all from a distance and over the din of battle. The blare of a bugle, boom of drums, pitched whistle of fifes, or haunting wail of bagpipes proved very effective for sending these signals. These instruments, alone or in combination, became known as field music. Soldiers regularly drilled to the signals of field music so that in battle their reaction would become instinctive. Click for map to Festivities!
Also through the ages, soldiers have sought fellowship and relaxation at taverns near

their barracks. By the mid-seventeenth century, military police in Europe would pass through the streets at the end of the day with field music, most often by snare and bass drummers, to sound a signal that the tavern owners were to close the taps on casks of wine or beer, and soldiers should assemble to march back to their barracks.
The word "tattoo" as it is used here, is derived from the mid-seventeenth century Dutch "taptoe" which was a combination of two Dutch words - "tap" meaning faucet, and " toe" which meant "shut". So literally the Dutch word "taptoe" meant shut the tap.
The Tattoo or 'drum beat at the end of day' was eventually expanded to include any sort of ceremonial drum-heavy performance with marching units and military music.
Today, the Tattoo is an unforgettable spectacle combining military drill, inspiring music, and historical naration with aircraft flyovers and fireworks demonstrations that are to excite the senses and patriotic feeling among guests of all ages.

Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Air Force Materiel Command's fourth annual Tattoo is Friday, June 27 on the grounds behind the National Museum of the United States Air Force at Wright-Patterson AFB. The Tattoo is open to the general public. Admission and parking are free. Recorded event information is available by calling 937-255-7207.
For the first time in Tattoo history, a major entertainer is making an appearance! The Charlie Daniels Band will be performing at Tattoo, bringing with them such hits as "The Devil Went Down to Georgia" and "The South's Gonna Do It."
This year's Tattoo will highlight the Air Force's new "Above All" campaign and the tremendous community and family support provided everyday. As the largest single-site employer in Ohio and spanning four different counties, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base gives and receives support from its surrounding communities daily.
The Tattoo will feature flyovers by various heritage and current aircraft, music and narration by the U.S. Air Force Band of Flight , on-stage performances and fireworks.AFBFIndex-photo.gif
Tentatively, gates open with pre-show activities at 4:30 p.m. The event can be accessed through the Museum main entrance on Springfield Pike (Gate 28B), and the gate at the intersection of Airway and Spinning Roads. Gate 22B will be open only for visitors with base identification.
Visitors are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, and a camera. Please note for security reasons that coolers, backpacks, skateboards, in-line skates and glass bottles are not permitted. Strollers, infant diaper bags, cameras and their cases, small purses and pocketbooks are permitted, but subject to inspection. Refreshments are available for purchase during the event. Copy courtesy of Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, 88th Air Base Wing Public Affairs.

Other Impressive US Military Tattoo ceremonies:

The United States Army performs a Tattoo Ceremony called
"Twilight Tattoo"
at Fort Lesley J. McNair in Washington, D.C.

 

 

GRAPHIC:Attendance


Twilight Tattoo 2010 - presented by the US Army Military District of Washington. 

The United States Army's most popular outdoor ceremonial pageant is back for the 2010 season.

Twilight Tattoo is an hour-long military pageant featuring Soldiers from The 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) and The U.S. Army Band "Pershing's Own."

Performances provide a fast-paced journey through Army history, from Revolutionary times to your Army's involvement in current military operations. The Soldiers in Twilight Tattoo represent all those serving around the world in defense of freedom.

These performances are free and open to the public. Bleacher seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Come and experience a glimpse into American history with The U.S. Army Blues, vocalists from The U.S. Army Band Downrange, The Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps, The Continental Color Guard, The Commander-in-Chief’s Guard and The U.S. Army Drill Team.

All performances are free and open to the public. Tickets are not required.

2010 Schedule:

Wednesday, May 5, 2010 - Fort McNair - Washington, DC – 7 p.m.*

Wednesday, May 12, 2010 - Fort McNair - Washington, DC – 7 p.m.*

Saturday, May 15, 2010 - Bluemont Park – Arlington, VA – 6 p.m. 
-Contact Fort Myer for more information 703-696-3283.

Wednesday, May 19, 2010 - Fort McNair - Washington, DC – 7 p.m.*

Wednesday, May 26, 2010 - Fort McNair - Washington, DC – 7 p.m.*

Wednesday, June 2, 2010 - Fort McNair - Washington, DC – 7 p.m.*

Friday, June 4, 2010 - Fort Belvoir - Alexandria, VA – 7 p.m. 
-Contact Fort Belvoir for more information 703-805-2034.

Wednesday, June 9, 2010 - Fort McNair - Washington, DC – 7 p.m.*

Wednesday, June 23, 2010 - Fort McNair - Washington, DC – 7 p.m.*

Saturday, June 26, 2010 - Baker Park - Frederick, MD – 6 p.m. 
-Contact Fort Detrick for more information 301-619-2018

Wednesday, June 30, 2010 - Fort McNair - Washington, DC – 7 p.m.*

*Fort McNair Twilight Tattoos ONLY: For information on group registration call 202-685-2888 or visit the attendance page. In case of inclement weather, call 202-685-2888 for the official weather decision. Information on cancelled performances will be updated by 3:30 p.m.

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Traditions are everywhere. They're a part of almost every individual, group and community. They enable us to recall the past, help us understand the present and prepare us for the challenges of the future. Traditions and customs are particularly important to military organizations where morale, leadership and caring for each other are important parts of everyday life. The U.S. Army Military District of Washington is carrying forward one such tradition in Twilight Tattoo.

Please join the U.S. Army Military District of Washington for the 2008 Twilight Tattoo season, taking place most Wednesdays from May 7 through July 2 at 7:30 p.m. There is no public performance on June 11.

All 2008 Twilight Tattoo performances will be scheduled to take place on historic Fort Lesley J. McNair in Washington, D.C.

Fort McNair is in Southwest Washington, D.C., its northwest corner located at 4th and P streets SW, near the Waterfront/Marina and approximately three blocks from the Metro Green Line station at Waterside Mall.

If the weather looks threatening, you can call 202-685-2888, which will be updated by 3:30 p.m., to determine if the performance has been cancelled.

Other Tattoos Around the World
Edinburgh Military Tattoo
Nova Scotia International Tattoo
Virginia International Tattoo

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Posted on Friday, June 6, 2008 at 11:17AM by Dr. Russell | Post a Comment

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