Refresher course Bands
Well rooted everywhere
After completion of recruit school, the military musicians are assigned to one of the 16 orchestras (refresher course bands) or an ensemble of the Swiss Army Band. The refresher course bands are formally assigned to the land forces or the air force and to the brigades and territorial regions. The Centre of Competence for Military Bands is responsible for training and engagements of the refresher course bands.
The 9 wind orchestras and 7 brass bands do one 3-week refresher course every year. The refresher course bands are regionally assigned and deeply rooted in the population. Their relations with the public are cultivated with concerts in all parts of the country.
