Navy band develops first symphony orchestra. This photograph shows a portion of the U.S. Navy Band's 95-piece symphony orchestra for the first time. This orchestra, under the leadership of Lt. Charles Bentor, will give its first concert at the Navy Yard Sail Loft Tuesday night (11/26/35). The Navy Band has had a small orchestra in the past which played at various functions such as White House receptions and other official social gatherings. The new and larger orchestra will give a popular music concert later in the month. 11/25/35