USAF Band - 2017 Holiday Flash Mob at Gaylord National

The gift of music is a wonderful way to bring together family and friends to
celebrate this time of year. The season also reminds us that the freedom we
enjoy as Americans remains one of our greatest gifts. To celebrate the start
of the 2017 holiday season, we surprised visitors at the Gaylord National
Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland with a surprise performance
of "Dona Nobis Pacem" and "We Wish You a Merry Christmas."
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[@fred21327]

Wow! Never heard or saw anything like this when I wore that uniform. Wonderful! Great show! Thank you women and men of the USAF Band!!!

[@sharonkemp3029]

Same with me Fred. You should look at the one from 2016 - USAR flash mob 360 at the air museum . Totally AWESOME ❤️❤️❤️💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@sharondavis940]

sharon davis 1 second ago Beautiful! I am proud of all our military people even in 2017....May they be safe a well this new year of 2018 and may they all come home to a grateful nation for their bravery and loyalty to the USA

[@alstearns5540]

Makes me so proud of our Air Force musicians. After 25 years in an AF uniform, I am so proud of all our military members. Merry Christmas 2017

[@OVERHERE-OVERHERE]

Al Stearns Once an airman always an airman thank you brother

[@Doug1958Music]

THANK YOU, ALL OF YOU, FOR YOUR SERVICE TO OUR NATION. AND FROM A FELLOW MUSICIAN, I WANT YOU TO KNOW THAT THIS PARTICULAR VIDEO BLESSED ME MORE THAN I CAN DESCRIBE. ONE DAY WE WILL HAVE PEACE ON EARTH AND GOOD WILL TOWARDS MEN, AND YOU ALL WILL PLAY A PART IN BRINGING IT IN. THANK YOU ALL SO MUCH, AND GOD BLESS YOU, AND GOD BLESS AMERICA!

[@13thBear]

Day-yam! What a sea of stripes! A metric ton of sergeants everywhere. And a bird colonel as director? Congress authorized a colonel? O.M.G. I woulda, coulda, shoulda joined the Air Force out of high school. I woulda retired as a E-9 in 2000! And dancers! The Air Force has dancers??? Holy sheep dip!

[@genataylor460]

I would so love to see them in person once in my life at least. But this is second best I suppose. Love it every year.

[@lindasampson7023]

Outstanding! The tears are rolling down my cheeks. Thank you USAF members for sharing your musical talents with us this Christmas and in years before. Thanks especially to all of the parents of these airmen and airwomen who saw to it that their children learned to sing, to dance or play a musical instrument. You gave them a gift and they are sharing it with the citizenry on this occasion! Merry Christmas!

[@AirbrushingtipsNet]

I look forward to these every year. This one didn't disappoint. Especially the lead trumpet at the end. Bravo!

[@ISockItAwayPal]

Terrific! I liked when the director pointed for that last high trumpet note.

[@Jaxsolo]

The USAF Band and Col. Lang never fail to be less than outstanding. Thank you for another great Christmas concert event.

[@michaelday4196]

Truly, truly spectacular. Beautiful setting, fantastic production, excellent musicianship, and an absolutely top-notch video. Thank you so much, USAF Band!

[@grumpybastard9151]

Notice the battle ribbons on their left breast. Those are not theocratic decorations.

[@albertlilly]

Who wrote the incredible arrangements?

[@alwilliam3379]

Senior Master Sgt. (retired) Bob Thurston.

[@crownbrass07]

Good lord, thank you lead trumpet of the Airmen of Note for 8:10. I literally dropped my phone.

[@SuperTrumpet77]

Brian MacDonald!

[@robbutcher9503]

Wow, the Christmas Spirit lives on. Thank you to all the musicians and dancers from your fans Downunder here in Australia, and a Very Happy Christmas.

[@lizmallard7158]

Rob Butcher Here Here from another Australian.

[@denisecampbell6736]

Thank you for a gorgeous gift!! May you all have an amazing Holiday Season & Bless you all& your Families from 🇨🇦😊✨

[@bobkahler9087]

Dang, just dang. This should be on NBC on Christmas Eve, in place of the Olympics, LOL.

[@magzpony]

Bob Kahler totally agree

[@kathleenschlegel4267]

Love to see this in person one day.A lot of work to put on but makes so many people smile.Lehigh VALLEY Mall Allentown Pa. No hint

[@gracepresbyterianchurch8037]

Well orchestrated, performed, engineered and produced! Thank you!

[@levitas3720]

Bravo!! Sooo Beautiful and Heartwarming Performance! That's a genuine Christmas Spirit filled music! Thank you very much!

[@btsears79]

AMAZING!!!!!! That trumpet at the end!!

[@123Trumpeter]

Brendhan Sears Brian Macdonald nailed it

[@kimdavis9641]

Brendhan Sears agreed.. The trumpet as the finale was awesome

[@2ManyGuitars214]

Finally, American tax payer dollars spent wisely. Wonderful performance, and must confess brought a little tear or two.....after watching the political and progressive nonsense that has been tearing the fiber of this country apart....was 8 minutes, thirty six seconds of my life well invested.......the USAF band never disappoints......thank you.....

[@cbhotsauce57]

As a USAF Veteran (SSGT Medic Vietnam), I couldn't be prouder of these guys! I fervently hope this is not the last Flash Mob, as hinted, but perhaps as an alternative their Holiday Concerts could be video recorded and posted for public enjoyment?! Congratulations on a superb performance!!

[@maureencollins5177]

They are! Go to their Facebook page and they list the links to their livestream. They are at Constitution Hall this weekend for shows. facebook.com/USAFBand

[@Doug1958Music]

THANK-YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY. AND I WOULD LIKE TO APOLOGIZE TO YOU FOR ALL AMERICANS FOR THE REALLY UN-KIND TREATMENT THAT YOU ALL RECEIVED ONCE YOU WERE HOME FROM VIET NAM. YOU GUYS WILL ALWAYS BE HEROES! MERRY CHRISTMAS, AND GOD BLESS YOU!

[@MsSoundguy]

I look forward to these public performances every year and every year and bowled over by the talent on display. I still feel the 2015 at Union Station is still my favorite, but this one works exceedingly well. Best wishes to all for a happy and musical holiday season.

[@RobKnapp1]

That was fabulous. Warming the hearts and souls the spectators and hearts and souls of those who performed this Christmas surprise. Starting with " Dona nobis pacem ". "Give us peace,". While usually sung in the traditional 'Cannon' format . This musical arrangement starting with baritone voice solo and then adding a soprano voice was absolutely a beautiful goose bump moment . Christmas from around the world !! Irish step dancing combines the entrancing rhythms of traditional Celtic music with the grace and energy of dance. The fife instrument and dueling violin's set a perfect rhythm for the Irish step dancing . What a welcome twist to a Christmas program . Then back to American musical roots with the Jazz "We Wish You a Merry Christmas" instrumental. Adding the fun and talented jazz dance with a jive dance choreography added in for good measure . Charming ! Topping the entire performance off with the entire ensemble in a wonderful finally ; that was a true spectacle !!

[@faithreactandmore3803]

First to like and comment my brother is in the air force thank you soooooooooooooo much for what you do

[@Rzig1432]

Awesome performance! Commander Lang and the Gang Salute!!

[@stephentighe2005]

A very professional job guys and gals. From a Brritish Military Musician.

[@sharonkemp3029]

My favorite is still flash mob 360 at the air museum 💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@chuckparchj6631]

That was AMAZING! I wish they would do a televised Xmas special. Thank you soon much for this

[@bernieblack4412]

Salute from and to our Air Force Service members and our great friend Pat McDermott

[@grumpybastard9151]

The combat ribbon's on their chests shows' that these folks are combat vets first.

[@DavidThomasATL]

so, this takes "flash mob" to a whole new level... just sayin'!

[@lucysandifer8874]

That trumpet at the end!! Very cool.

[@kmcfar]

My United States Air Force! Proud USAF Veteran of 10 years!

[@gayedodge9550]

Just gorgeous....thanks from the family of SMSGT John Dodge (USAF, Ret.) Merry Christmas and the happiest of holidays to the finest musicians in the armed forces.

[@johnhumphries7164]

Wow!!! What an incredible musical experience! Thank you so much for blessing my heart so much with your musical performance! Loved it!!! Please keep up the good work.

[@TheUSAFBand]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@whizwheel9436]

Top Notch! God Bless to all the folks in Blue! Simply wonderful!

[@BarracksSi]

Sorry to be a downer, but can you edit and re-upload with more than ten seconds of footage of the Irish-style dancers?

[@mauricesmith768]

Totally Awesome, spectacular. best yet!!!!!

[@davidwolf226]

A heartfelt "bravo" and a Merry Christmas from this Navy veteran to all of you.

[@2ManyGuitars214]

Finally, American taxpayer dollars spent wisely. Wonderful performance, and must confess brought a little tear or two.....after watching the political and progressive nonsense that has been tearing the fiber of this country apart....was 8 minutes, thirty six seconds of my life well invested.......the USAF band never disappoints......thank you.....

[@joooodah]

Amen to that Jack :) :)

[@foxmulder6272]

Tears also

[@persk2166]

Been watching USAF band flash mobs/shows since 2012 and each year is the best performance, and WOW this is spectacularly grand. 😁

[@AlaskaGirl1999]

Go Air Force!!! Merry Christmas to all and to all a good night!! p

[@tsangarisjohn]

Well done 👍🏻 You guys rock 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸😎

[@WillTheBassPlayer]

Definitely a wonderful production!! You can feel the love, passion, and joy emanating from them all!!

[@TheUSAFBand]

Absolutely! Thanks for watching!

[@nelsonbyers8085]

The Gospel Tide Choir had it's humble beginning in 1960 directed by Nelson Byers until 1993 after which Fred Keener directed thru 2004. Purpose of music was for the international radio broadcast "Gospel Tide Hour originating in Chambersburg, Pa founded by Rev. C. B. Byers.

[@trumcrum]

Well Orchestrated! Performed! Engineered! Produced! Thank You!

[@richarddwyer8202]

WOW, so many talented Airmen ans Airwomen. I have never scene so many Master Sargent's in one place. Their performance made me proud to have served 21 years in the Air Force. What a beautiful and well done performance.

[@markcastellanos9678]

Go Blue!!

[@williamczechanski1057]

This brings tears to my eyes. So lovely. Thank you.

[@TheUSAFBand]

You are so welcome!

[@connieatkinson7125]

Totally amazing performance. Thank you USAF

[@MrOttotek27]

Beautiful! Applause Applause! Thank You, And Merry Christmas

[@jeancobb4623]

Beautiful Christmas Concert. Thank you, and Thank you for all you do to protect our country.

[@trijigon]

Jean Cobb they literally joined to be in a band... hardly a sacrifice.

[@trijigon]

corbo021 not even close to being true.

[@corbenbowen8746]

trijigon how would you know? You are being a keyboard warrior

[@trijigon]

Corben Bowen pointing something out doesn’t make someone a keyboard warrior. People in a branches band are full time band members. That’s all they do for their career. They don’t serve, they play in a band. Literally every other mos has something to do with supporting an effort except the band. The af just recruited a girl and promoted her directly to ssgt because she was good looking and popular. All she does is sing. That’s it. It’s not service. It’s not sacrifice. It has absolutely nothing to do with defending the Constitution.

[@stockmarketmentor]

Just amazing!! Thank you so much for your service and for putting this together.

[@magzpony]

What a great way to start the holiday season!! Thank you for your service and your talent.

[@chrism107]

Proud of our Air Force's Airman-musicians, who are just as talented and brilliant in camouflage singing to deployed troops, as they are in dress uniforms in our nation's capital! Thanks for sharing your ability to uplift and unite all who hear you! Aim High--always :)

[@edhoopes4012]

Another great performance by the USAF Band. I look forward to this every year! It is things like THIS that make America great.

[@carolynjones6457]

Wow! Amazing, very relaxing and enjoyable. God Bless You.

[@Reuben_hikes]

Always impressive. Thank you for your service.

[@judytaggerty6108]

What a nice surprise, it's a Gift, Thank you! Beautiful, so much Talent, Well done. Merry Christmas. God Bless and Protect our Troops and our nation.

[@dataylor57]

Merry Christmas to the 29 people who disliked this, hope you have a better new year.

[@donnaconrad4297]

All I can say is "Awesome, Awesome, Awesome"!!!

[@Ragecake]

Holy shit that First Trumpet at the end. Well done.

[@123Trumpeter]

Ragecake Brian Macdonald is so good

[@tedharrison4522]

I look forward to this each December. I'm not sure how you keep managing to outdo yourself, but you do. Excellent work. Merry Christmas!

[@davidinwashington]

If I were President the USAF Band would be on duty at the White House year round. Amazing!

[@arthuroxner5969]

I'm a 20-year USAF retiree, so I'm parochial: love my USAF Band.

[@nexinity7053]

who else is here because they had to do it for their school bingo challenge/raffle, like here because I am wanting to join the 101 squadron of paratroopers when I grow up aka the squadron that landing early in the morning before D-day started

[@sundown3823]

Outstanding and beautiful in every way!!:) Thank you for your service and wonderful musical gift this holiday season!!

[@erinroberts534]

Extreme talent! Thanks for sharing!

[@imohammed2]

LMAOO GAYLORD NATIONAL LMAOO....only the airforce can pull this shit off

[@leejackson4551]

This is so very beautiful and magical. Bravo Zulu USAF Band.

[@yaw7965]

I wait for these videos every year and they never disappoint!!! Happy Holidays to all and God Bless!!

[@lookinupfreddy223]

This is the most powerful band to make the world in PEACE. Thank you.

[@clairewarren6388]

I did not know until my son joined the marines at the beginning of the iraq war that on very limited income our service people must buy their own uniforms.

[@abbybole6216]

If you are in Richmond and had to KZbin this video hello. Btw good job people

[@conifergreen2]

Go USAF!

[@grumpybastard9151]

5:22 Dad. Are we Irish? Yes & no son. We are Americans. Your ancestors were Irish. We will talk about that in the morning. A question i asked my own Father. Many years ago. LOL

[@Laudon1228]

Before I did one of those cheek swab DNA tests, I knew about the big chunk of Scottish in me, and the bit of Cornish. Now I have the unexpected honor knowing I have a bit of Ireland and Wales running through by veins as well. I love Shakespeare so the chunk of English in both sides of my family makes me happy as well. Add my Slavic blood (Ukraine) to the Pan- Celtic festival in my DNA, and there’s some soulful singing, lively music, joyful dancing, and all ‘round great craic in the party that is me. 😁 The only things missing are the whisky/whiskey and/or vodka. I do stupid enough things stone cold sober. 😁

[@Nechros]

Amazing performance! I would love to see one of these in person.

[@michaelbachand7660]

C'mon! I missed it again! I swear Im gonna catch it one of these years...

[@johansimanjuntak5918]

ayo siapa lagi yg mau dipakai iblis. kliklah tanda jempol kebawah.. silahkan...

[@sagahammer]

Not really a band though, more like a symphony orchestra and chorus.

[@petertrochanowski3550]

Thank you, for a beautiful Christmas concert.

[@lovechristalways5625]

Very well orchestrated, thank you Jesus.

[@katritter6482]

Beautiful, and merry Christmas everyone!!!!

[@joseblee7461]

Thank you, just superb - Merry Christmas!

[@superrabbitswalk4153]

Are all the dancers in the Air Force? It's touching every time I see it.

[@chrisquade149]

Show more tuba!!

[@rgp1717]

Forget NBC 👎👎 Put this on FOX 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@43mrssimba]

Phenomenal Flash Mob. Thumbs Up!

[@N-Scale]

Wow 62 members of the Taliban gave this a thumbs down. The rest of us love it.

[@adrianwilson7193]

There's no business like U.S. Air Force show business.

[@carolpearson6179]

Just wonderful. So well done. Thank you and Merry Christmas.

[@dmmeyer8941]

Thanks Larry that was another great one!

stunning ... nothing more to add *_*

[@Gemma_626]

Me sitting here watching this in August 😅😅

[@bobkahler9087]

#AimHigh

[@brassman5312]

outstanding.....Bravo Zulu

[@michaelg6240]

its Christmas time

[@carolynghavam6079]

F.E.L.L. AND FOREVER LOVE! THE 🦋

[@johnalpers6033]

How can Congress and the War Department even consider cutting funding from the Music Departments of our Armed Services. THIS IS WHAT AMERICA IS ALL ABOUT! BRAVO!!!