RM Beating Retreat

6 & 7 June 2012 at 6pm to 7.30pm. Tickets from £15. See link below for details.

Royal Marines Musical SpectacularIn June of every other year, the Massed Bands of Her Majesty’s Royal Marines perform their world renowned Musical Spectacular including Beating Retreat on Horse Guards Parade. Since the 1950s, Beating Retreat has been held in celebration of the birthday His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh, Captain General of the Royal Marines.

The musical programme includes famous marches and an exceptional display of precision and skill. Beating Retreat is a testimony to the professionalism of the world’s finest military bands, proudly demonstrating talents acquired over many years of practice and experience both in the classroom and on the parade square.

All proceeds will go to the Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity.

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