Golden West Band 2012

Master Sgt. Paula Goetz of Mobility sings and dances along with Airmen from the 412th Medical Group. According to the USAF Band of the Golden West's website, much like its name implies, the high-powered group travels extensively throughout California, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Nevada. Mobility regularly entertains crowds at professional sporting events such as the games of the Oakland Raiders, San Francisco 49ers and the Oakland A's. (U.S. Air Force photo by Melissa Buchanan)

AF Band of the Golden West tunes Edwards into holiday spirit

Published Dec. 11, 2012
By 412th Test Wing Public Affairs

EDWARDS AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- The U.S. Air Force Band of the Golden West's Mobility group dropped by base Dec. 10 to get Team Edwards into the holiday swing. The band visited Air Force Research Laboratory Detachment 7 in the morning, before heading to Air Force Test Center Headquarters, the Base Exchange, Bldg. 3000, 412th Medical Group and the Benefield Anechoic Facility. The band has made it an annual tradition to provide one of its ensembles to visit Edwards in Dec.

According to their website, Mobility is an upbeat group of talented musicians bringing you rock, jazz and blues favorites, new and old. As a subdivision of the United States Air Force Band of the Golden West, Mobility travels the West Coast bringing civilians and military personnel entertainment and American pride through music.

Mobility continues its long tradition of providing as wide-ranging a musical format as possible to meet the desires of its listeners. Its tailored, fast-paced variety shows are presented at events ranging from official military functions, to community relations concerts, fairs and public school concerts throughout the Western United States. This small ensemble's versatility is unmatched. The group's unique blend of music also includes patriotic selections for special occasions.They are based out of Travis Air Force Base, Calif.