There is a need for experienced buglers to assist in the National Day of Remembrance in Washington DC this coming memorial day. Are you willing to answer the call?
Everyone has heard the hallowed notes of a bugler performing the song "taps," for a veteran's funeral. Although the song , and bugle playing in general, is used on many other occasions, the most reverent and most honored is when this simple melody is played in respect to those who have given their lives in the service and protection of our country and our way of life.
Over the years, buglers have become a very rare commodity, so much so that in 2003 the United States Government approved the use of an electronic bugle, known as a ceremonial bugle, to stand in whenever a real bugler was unavailable for a veteran's funeral. While not ideal, these electronic bugles still provide a sense of honor and respect during a family's time of sorrow.
One can only hope that none of these electronic instruments will be used at 3pm on this coming Memorial Day (May 28, 2007) during the National Moment of Remembrance. In fact, the Music Educator's National Conference (MENC) is putting out a call for any and all interested buglers that might be interested in playing for an event in our nation's capital on that hallowed day. Musicians that are interested in this opportunity should contact stephaniej@menc.org for further information.
