Dear Friends of Naval Academy Music,
As you are no doubt aware, some historic events are unfolding in the Middle East involving U.S. Joint Forces. These events affect us all as USNA alumni, family members and Americans and is certainly weighing heavily on the young midshipmen who are developing as future leaders.
As LtGen Borgschulte, the Superintendent said in a message to the Brigade: “This moment should sharpen your perspective. The fate of nations, the stability of regions, and the lives of your fellow Americans are not abstract ideas. They rest in the hands of officers who are competent, disciplined, and morally grounded.” He has challenged the Brigade to “double down” in their studies and training to become “officers who can think clearly under pressure and act decisively in uncertainty.”
Musical activities, undoubtedly, contribute to that development – allowing midshipmen to hone their skills in precision, teamwork and performing with dignity under pressure. The music program has the support of the Superintendent and needs our support now more than ever.
The Men’s and Women’s Glee Club departs on its Spring Tour this Friday, March 6 travel through the “Colonies” (Boston, New York, Newport and Philadelphia ) to perform public concerts in order to highlight the talents of the Brigade of Midshipmen and to introduce prospective candidates to the opportunities available to them by attending the US Naval Academy. Coinciding with our nation's 250th Anniversary, it is with honor, pride, and distinction that the Glee Club represents the United States, the Navy and Marine Corps, and the United States Naval Academy.
If you are in the area, you can show your support by attending one of the following performances:
Saturday, March 7, 2026, 11:00 AM - PUBLIC CONCERT - USS CONSTITUTION
1 Constitution Road, Charlestown, MA 02129
Saturday, March 7, 2026, 7:30 PM - PUBLIC CONCERT - St. Cecilia Parish
18 Belvidere Street, Boston, MA 02115
Sunday, March 8, 2026, 3:00 PM - PUBLIC CONCERT - St. Mary - St. Catherine of Siena
46 Winthrop Street, Charlestown, MA 02129
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 6:00 PM - U.S. Naval War College (Access to Base Required)
Spruance Auditorium, 686 Cushing Road, Newport, RI 02841
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 8:00 PM - PUBLIC CONCERT - St. Ignatius Loyola
980 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10028
Saturday, March 14, 2026, 7:00 PM - PUBLIC CONCERT - St. Patrick Church
242 S 20th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
If you are in the greater Annapolis area, you can catch one of these upcoming performances by the Glee Club and other musical groups (more info at usna.edu/music):
Friday, March 20, 7:00 PM - Pipes and Drums Spring Concert – Mahan Hall (USNA)
Sunday, March 22, 12:00 PM - Gospel Choir - Guest Choir at United Faith Church of Deliverance (Salisbury, MD)
Sunday, March 22, 1:00 PM - Drum & Bugle Corps – Maryland Live Arts Performance (Annapolis Mall)
Friday, March 27, 7:00 PM - Men’s and Women’s Glee Club – Spring Tour Home Concert (USNA Chapel)
Saturday, March 28 - Pipes and Drums – Washington Tattoo (Washington D.C.)
Friday, April 3 - Trident Brass –Jazz Night (USNA)
As always, you can support the work of Friends of Naval Academy Music by donating here.
You might also consider making a Qualified Charitable Donation: Info on QCDs
Thank you as always for your continued support,
The Friends of Naval Academy Leadership Board