Big Band @ Camp Hansen

The big band performed an awesome concert for the Kin town public in the local square just outside of Camp Hansen.  It was a great way for the Japanese community to interact with the local Marines in a positive setting.  Not to mention provide some good entertainment for the guys up North who miss out on the many happenings down South.

I was personally really glad I could park at the USO on base and walk over with O.  Sometimes finding parking out in town can be a real hassle.  And O made friends with a little Japanese girl.  They were super cute to watch dancing and playing O's little toy trumpet together.  :D

Big Band @ Koza Music Town

The band loves to do performances for the public as often as possible. Especially if the local Japanese community will be able to attend.  That is why they were honored to have their big band play at Koza Music town on Gate 2 street.

Koza Music Town is located on route 330 on the corner of Gate 2 street (I'm not sure the name of the actual road, but if you go directly out of Kadena's Gate 2 you are on it.)  Koza is another name for the city of Okinawa.  This particular street offers lots of shopping opportunities, food, and MUSIC!  Several parades and other special events happen here throughout the year.

1940's Swing Dance

The III MEF Band recently formed its own big band.  They debuted by hosting their very own 1940's Swing Dance at the Camp Foster Community Theater.  One of my fellow band wives was nice enough to babysit O so that I could attend.

The night was filled with the sounds of the 40's.  Couples tried their dance moves out on the floor (a swing dance workshop was held an hour before the event for those interested in learning the footwork.), the band played all the top songs, and guest singers and dancers wowed the crowd.  The local high school even provided baked goods and drinks for participants to enjoy.

The band is hoping to make this an annual event to remember.