The birthday bash is scheduled for the Fourth of July weekend. The event will feature a variety of patriotic-themed activities, in which The Harmony Express is expected to play a crucial role in several of them.

“This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity,” said Harmony President James Jarrell. “We have the chance to express our appreciation and profound respect for our nation by taking part in this remarkable event.”

Echoing Jarrell’s statement, Daniel Scapelitte, a member of the choral, said, “The Jamestown Harmony Express is comprised of patriotic members who love our nation- we’re all proud to be chosen for this great honor.

Jarrel said the following is a list of events in which the Harmony Express will participate.

Pictured are members of the 2025-2026 Jamestown Harmony Express musical choral group. Celebrating its 40th year, the Harmony Express is preparing to participate in the 250th National Celebration of the United States, with several performances and keynote events planned for the nation’s birthday.

On Friday, July 3, the group will visit the National Archives building, which houses the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights. Following this, they will tour the Pentagon Memorial in remembrance of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks and the United States Air Force Memorial. The day will culminate with a visit to Arlington National Cemetery, where the choral group will participate in a special Jamestown Harmony Express Wreath-Laying Ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Additionally, the group is scheduled to perform an indoor concert for distinguished military veterans that evening.

On Saturday, July 4, the Jamestown Harmony Express will perform the National Anthem to kick off the official National Independence Day Parade of the United States. The parade will commence on historic Constitution Avenue, commemorating the official birth date of our nation.

On Sunday, July 5, the group will embark on a trip to the historic Fort McHenry. This iconic site is where Francis Scott Key penned the National Anthem of the United States during the War of 1812. The choral group will perform at this significant landmark to continue honoring the nation’s birthday. Later that evening, they will give another performance at the New York Avenue Presbyterian Church, which houses several key historical Civil War artifacts directly connected to President Abraham Lincoln, who regularly attended services there while in office.

“This trip, like all others, costs money,” said Jarrell. “We are currently raising funds for the trip and welcome any donations. Feel free to reach out to learn about our ongoing fundraisers.”

For more information email info@harmonyexpress.com or visit the group’s website at https://harmonyexpress.com