First Class Petty Officer Jessica R. Privler, USN
French Hornist, Naval Academy Band

Musician First Class Jessica R. Privler reported for duty with the United States Naval Academy Band in February, 2006. Originally from Sterling, Virginia, she began her military career in 1995 with the Army, as a member of the United States Army Field Band.

Petty Officer Privler earned her bachelor's and master's degrees in horn performance from Louisiana State University in 2002 and 2003, respectively. Prior to her Army enlistment, she attended Boston University. Her teachers have included Seth Orgel, Eric Ruske, and Edwin Thayer. She is an active freelance musician in the Baltimore-Washington area.

Petty Officer Privler's military awards include the Army Achievement Medal, Global War On Terrorism Service Medal, and the National Defense Service Medal.

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