Virginia Military Institute Commander's Band

The Virginia Military Institute Commander's Band Event

Come join us for an unforgettable evening with the Virginia Military Institute Commander's Band! This in-person event will take place on Sat Sep 13 2025 at 17:00:00 GMT-0400 (Eastern Daylight Time). We are excited to host this event at 60 County Street, Norwalk, CT 06851.

Get ready to be blown away by the exceptional talent and captivating performances of the Virginia Military Institute Commander's Band. This event promises to be a night filled with mesmerizing music and incredible energy.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to witness the extraordinary skills of these talented musicians. Mark your calendars and invite your friends and family to join us for a truly remarkable experience. Get ready to be entertained, inspired, and uplifted by the Virginia Military Institute Commander's Band!

This event is sponsored by Dede & Steve (Class of 1989) Nezas

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Ziti, Sausage/Meatballs, Green Beans, Salad

Coffee/Cake, Cash Bar

The VMI "Commanders" were first formed as the "Ramblin' Keydets" in 1917, and since then they have provided music for dances and social events at VMI and throughout Virginia. The big band, styled after Glenn Miller's Band from the 1940s swing era, consists of 17 cadets at the "I" and a vocalist.

The ensemble has over 80 tunes in its book and is available to perform for two- to three-hour dances. Sponsored by Mr. Bill Phillips '47 and Buck Cavedo '47, the unit has grown musically, and now has an increased library of music and big band styled music stands. Members are selected by audition from all classes and majors. The cadets have been playing jazz music for 90 years on and off Post at dances at colleges and concerts, and each year the band plays for the VMI Ring Figure formal.

Most recently the band has played in Paris, France [March 2006], at the U.S. Ambassador's residence and the Ecole Polytechnique.

Contact Lt. Col. Matthew Halligan if you are interested in participating in the Commanders Jazz Band.