USAF Band of Mid-America Announces Local Concert Series

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The US Air Force Band of Mid-America's Shades of Blue Jazz Ensemble will present a series of free concerts around Scott Air Force Base in Illinois and Missouri from February 25 to March 4. The ensemble performs a variety of jazz styles and has backed many renowned jazz artists. The concerts are open to the public, with ticket reservations required.

Why it matters

The USAF Band of Mid-America is the principal musical ambassador of Headquarters Air Mobility Command, performing hundreds of engagements each year to showcase the professionalism and excellence of the US Air Force. These free community concerts allow the public to experience the band's high-caliber musicianship.

The details

The Shades of Blue Jazz Ensemble will perform concerts at several venues, including schools, performing arts centers, and universities, over the course of 11 days in late February and early March. The ensemble plays a range of jazz styles from traditional big band to modern compositions, and has collaborated with renowned jazz artists.

• The concert series runs from February 25 to March 4, 2026.
• The first concert is on Wednesday, February 25 at 1:00 p.m. at Farrington Grade School in Bluford, Illinois.
• The final concert is on Wednesday, March 4 at 7:00 p.m. at the Centralia Community Arts Center in Centralia, Illinois.