The Air Force Strings, stationed at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington, D.C., is one of six musical ensembles that form the U.S. Air Force Band. The Air Force Strings consists of 17 active-duty musicians performing various musical styles, from classical symphonic selections and Broadway show tunes to classic rock, bluegrass, and patriotic compositions. The ensemble often entertains audiences at high-level military and government events in a formation known as the “Strolling Strings,” providing a multi-dimensional experience where members surround the audience performing from memory and without the aid of a conductor.

They occasionally join forces with other musicians from within the U.S. Air Force Band to perform music for chamber, symphonic, and studio orchestra. Additionally, the ensemble’s members appear regularly at military and civilian ceremonial functions, education outreach events, and concerts in the metropolitan Washington, D.C. area. The Air Force Strings’ wide-ranging flexibility allows the ensemble to provide high-caliber musical support for any occasion.

As part of the U.S. Air Force Band, the Air Force Strings’ mission is to HONOR those who have served, INSPIRE American citizens to heightened patriotism and service, and CONNECT with the global community on behalf of the U.S. Air Force and the United States. The excellence demonstrated by the Air Force Strings reflects the excellence displayed by all Airmen stationed worldwide, whose selfless service and sacrifices ensure the freedoms enjoyed by citizens of the United States of America.