Music filled London’s train stations on Thursday as The Household Division bands supported London Poppy Day 🎵 Representing the Army Reserve, The HAC Band performed at London Bridge & Hay’s Galleria, raising funds and awareness for veterans and service personnel.
📷 Musn Thompson

On Sunday, The HAC Band held an open rehearsal, welcoming past members & potential recruits. They worked through a selection of pieces representative of a typical concert programme, providing an opportunity to engage with the band's repertoire in a collaborative way.
📸LCpl Brown

Congratulations to Musn Williams on achieving a distinction (93%) in the Career Employment Qualification Level 1. The CEQ tests performance, musicianship, & ability through a solo recital, viva voce, & sight-reading - reflecting the high standards expected of an Army musician.

Yesterday evening, Director of Music Major Miller formally presented Sgt Ferguson with new chevrons following the announcement of his promotion. Congratulations to Sgt Ferguson on this achievement!

Image: LSgt Wild

Congratulations to saxophonist Musn McAuliffe who participated in The HAC Regimental Pass Out Parade this week. He was awarded the 'Bright Spark Trophy' which is presented to the soldier who performed the best in the academic assessments and showed the best technical prowess throughout the course.

Great to see The HAC Band providing support to The Band of the Grenadier Guards in a special Guard Mount at Buckingham Palace, playing alongside United States Army Old Guard Fife & Drum Corps in honour of the State Visit of the President of the United States, Donald Trump & First Lady, Melania Trump

As part of a busy summer, HAC violinist Musn Andrews, provided support to the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo Stage Orchestra.
Comprising of musicians from across the Royal Corps of Army Music, the Stage Orchestra added depth to this world-renowned production, in it's 75th year.

Continuing our tour in Belgium, visitors to the Passchendaele Museum in Zonnebeke enjoyed a concert by The HAC Band on the museum green.
The band performed an exciting programme, including the traditional yet lively ‘Post Horn Galop’ proving a favourite with the audience.
📸 Eric Compernolle

The HAC Band has arrived in Belgium for their annual training exercise, opening with a concert at Château de La Laing, Zandbergen hosted by the Count and Countess.
They performed for distinguished guests, celebrating UK–Belgium friendship through music.

This week, The HAC Salon Orchestra provided musical support at The Dinner for His Majesty’s Judges, hosted by the Lord Mayor of London at Mansion House - a tradition dating back to the 16th century.

Thank you to all who attended our recent concert at The Royal Military Chapel - The Guards’ Chapel. Highlights included CSgt Greg Laing’s superb performance of the Artie Shaw Clarinet Concerto. Held in support of @ssafaofficial.bsky.social

Please join us in congratulating CSgt Matt Quick on being awarded a 2* Field Officers Commendation in today’s ‘King’s Birthday Honours List’!
Following his recognition with the prestigious Captain General’s Prize in 2024, CSgt Quick has continued to demonstrate exceptional service.

Rehearsals are underway for our upcoming concert at The Royal Military Chapel, The Guards' Chapel.
Join us Thurs 19th June, 7:30pm for an evening of exceptional live music, in support of SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity. This event is free to attend, and open to all!

Don’t miss The HAC Band in concert at the The Royal Military Chapel - The Guards' Chapel conducted by Major Bruce Miller. Join us on Thursday 19th June 2025 at 7:30pm for an evening of exceptional live music in support of @ssafaofficial.bsky.social

This event is free to attend, and open to all!

Members of The HAC Band were proud to be performing in the BBC broadcast of the VE Day 80 concert in a moving tribute, honouring those who served during World War II.
HAC Band members supported The Duchess of Edinburgh's String Orchestra on Horse Guards Parade, as presenter Zoe Ball led the evening.

April has been a busy month for The HAC Band, with performances across the city. Most recently, The HAC Brass Quintet provided musical support to the 'Gallipoli Dinner' at HMS President in London, commemorating the 1915 battle.

We’re pleased to welcome saxophonist Musn Oliver McAuliffe to The HAC Band! Having completed Phase One training with the HAC Regiment, he’s embraced the challenges of military training and is ready for this new chapter as an Army Reserve musician. Welcome! 🎷🎶

For new musicians of The HAC Band, drill training is essential. Under CSgt Quick and Sgt Shellard, they learn the precision and discipline needed for parade, upholding tradition and the highest standards at every ceremony.