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The 6th Army Band during Alpert's service.  

Did You Know?
Herb Alpert, Grammy Award-winning bandleader of the Tijuana Brass, played in the 6th Army Band at the Presidio during the 1950's. Alpert later claimed the structure and discipline of the Army helped him with his music.

Last Updated: September 18, 2006 at 11:10 EST