Anyone who wants to play in the orchestra must have at least a 1/5 of the required level of education in the field of music, and must successfully perform at an audition.

Training also includes, as with all other SV units, drill and marching precision practice.

It was established in April 1996, with its first conductor being Franc Rizmal who served until October 2000.

An example of this relationship was seen publicly in Moscow in 2013, during the Spasskaya Tower Military Music Festival and Tattoo which took place that year.

SAF Military Band uniform resembles the basic service dress, but is complemented by a golden yellow shoulder cord, coat and raincoat.