The Guards Band of the Finnish Defence Forces (FIN)

The Guards Band is the representative band of the Finnish Defence Forces. It was established in 1819, which makes it the oldest professional orchestra in Finland.

The Guards Band is part of the Guard Jaeger Regiment stationed in Helsinki. Ever since the beginning of Finland’s independence in 1917, the Guards Band has performed at official state ceremonies. It is a symphonic wind orchestra with 43 musicians that performs in various ensembles around 300 times a year, including 40 concerts.

The Band has participated in military music events in Norway, Sweden, the United states of America, Germany, the Czech Republic and Estonia. The Band has also performed in Austria, Japan, Turkey, Russia and France.

We proudly welcome them to the Norwegian Military Tattoo 2026!