VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) – The Naval School of Music (NAVSOM) celebrated its 90th birthday on June 26 with cake and a special meal. In addition, six of the newest musicians and warfighters from the Navy and Marine Corps graduated.
The school, which opened June 1935 in conjunction with the U.S. Navy band, became an independent activity in 1942.
“Today, we’re excited to celebrate all that we’ve contributed to the defense of our nation for the past nine decades. Every day we continue to write history here at this incredible institution,” said Cmdr. Diane Nichols, who currently serves as the 20th NAVSOM commanding officer. “For 90 years, we’ve proudly trained Sailors and Marines who go on to perform in ports, cities, and towns overseas, expertly demonstrating our unwavering commitment to security, stability, and peace.”…