Photo By Sgt. Webster Rison | U.S. Marine Corps Corporal Peyton Scott receives a helping hand while the Marine...... read more read more
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Hometown: LaBelle, FL
MOS: 5524 MARINE MUSICIAN
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Why did you choose to join the Marine Corps?
“My Initial interest was aviation. I come from a background of pride and sports. The recruiters sold me on flying opportunities available in the Marine Corps. Recruiters informed me I could play music in the meantime while completing a degree. I recently obtained a Bachelor of Science degree on 15 October 2022 in interdisciplinary studies from Liberty University.”
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What do you contribute to your success in becoming a Marine Musician?
“My natural, high-pace worth ethic. I also directly focus on key areas.”
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What is a career highlight during your time in the Marine Corps?
“One highlight was returning to University of Central Florida during a half time show to perform on the field versus viewing the game from the stands as a former student. Another highlight was performing in Baton Rouge for a 4th of July Celebration.”
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Why did you want to be a musician?
“I came from a theater background, and the same family member who introduced me to Mixed Martial Arts and wrestling introduced me to Music.”
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What challenges did you have in becoming a musician?
“One of my challenges was biting off more than I could chew. As a civilian I had to learn 30 songs in two weeks. In the military, going through the Naval School of Music was a challenge because I was learning at a professional level.”
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How did you overcome these challenges?
“Work ethic and being able to focus of effort on practicing 40 hours/week at the Naval School of music.”
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What instruments do you play?
“Both acoustic and electric guitar”
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What is your favorite song to play?
“’Carry On My Wayward Son’ by Kansas”
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What type of events are your favorite to perform at?
“Anything they can perform rock music such as a 4th of July celebration or state fair. Carefree, high-energy atmosphere are the best.”
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In regards to the 2022 Texas State Fair, what this your first performance in Texas?
“No. My first performance was at Naval Air Station Fort Worth for a ceremonial band for a local change of command.”
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What this your first performance at the Texas State Fair?
“No. Played in 2021 and first performance was a rock band concert.”
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What were the reasons you chose to be a Marine Musician?
“I came from a diverse background. One of my first jobs was working as Scooby Doo at Florida’s Universal studio. I also owned and operated his own Glass repair company, was a photographer and a salesman. Finally, I was the youngest marketing director for a franchise 500 company at 23 years old. Being a Marine is dynamic, unique opportunity to improvise and explore creative freedoms. It’s different every day. Being a Marine Musician allows you to do a lot of different things and have stability. Finally, I recently was awarded NCO of the quarter at Headquarters battalion at MARFORES.
| Date Taken: | 10.21.2022 |
| Date Posted: | 01.05.2023 10:49 |
| Story ID: | 434804 |
| Location: | FORT WORTH, TEXAS, US |
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