The site is a new facility that combines training and rehearsal space for both the Royal Marines Band and the Corps of Army Music. The building has been used by the band services since 1991 but was originally built as Military Detention Quarters in 1843 – the basis for the new design.
The Princess Royal attended the site on November 23 where she had a tour of the new site and was able to watch a music performance.
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Here are 11 pictures from the event:
1. Alford Schools of Military Music
The opening of the new Alford Schools of Military Music. Picture: Sarah Standing (231123-3139) Photo: Sarah Standing
2. HRH The Princess Royal opens Alford School of Military Music
Previously used as detention quarters until the early 90s, the establishment has since been used by the Royal Marines School of Music, and has now undergone a complete redesign and refurbishment to better support the training of world-class military musicians from the Royal Marines Band Service and the Royal Corps of Army Music. Picture: Sarah Standing (231123-1933) Photo: Sarah Standing
3. HRH The Princess Royal opens Alford School of Military Music
The facility was opened by HRH The Princess Royal on Thursday, November 23, 2023. Picture: Sarah Standing (231123-3142) Photo: Sarah Standing
4. HRH The Princess Royal opens Alford School of Military Music
The opening of the new Alford School of Military Music. Picture: Sarah Standing (231123-1999) Photo: Sarah Standing