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The Band of The King's Division

The Band is an amalgamation of the former King's Division Bands (Normandy and Waterloo) and is based at Weeton Barracks, Preston. It is one of 23 regular Army bands within the Corps of Army Music whose primary role is to provide musical support to the Army.

The versatility of the musicians enables the band to provide musical backing and entertainment for almost any occasion; from small chamber ensembles and groups to full concert, marching and display bands.

The King's Division comprises two regiments:

  • The Duke of Lancaster's Regiment (King's, Lancashire and Border)
  • The Yorkshire Regiment

The Duke of Lancaster's Regiment has two Regular and one TA Battalion, and was created from the merger of the King's Own Royal Border Regiment, The King's Regiment and The Queen's Lancashire Regiment.

The Yorkshire Regiment, comprising three Regular and one TA Battalion, was created from the merger of The Prince of Wales's Own Regiment of Yorkshire, The Green Howards and the Duke of Wellingtons Regiment. Headquartered in Preston and York respectively, these two larger multi battalion regiments really reflect the regions from which they were raised, west and east of the Pennines.

Join the Corps of Army Music

Are you interested in joining the Corps of Army Music for a career in music?

There are a number of bursary options and or financial rewards for suitably qualified applicants.

Please feel free to contact the Bandmaster to discuss the options available.

Telephone: 01772 260941

 Email: kingsdivband-AO@mod.uk

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Summer Academy RMSM

The Corps of Army Music is once again running a Summer Academy for musicians. The event will be held at the Royal Miltiary School of Music, near Twickenham from 4 - 10 August 2013.

Last year places on the course went very quickly so seure your place now.

This event is free to attend.

Telephone 0208 744 8628.

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