Rochester's Kurt Dupuis shares remarkable journey as 1st trumpet on Presidents' Marine Band
Jun 20, 2026 at 08:22 am
Ralph Montgomery
ROCHESTER - On the evening of June 10, the Rochester Historical Society hosted a memorable event. Guest speaker Kurt Dupuis, a graduate of Spaulding High School in 1985, shared with us the lengthy story of his service in The President’s Own Marine Band, originally designated at its inception by Thomas Jefferson in 1803. This particular Marine Band is the premier musical ensemble that represents our nation by providing entertainment at the White House, as well as on tours...
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