Formed in 1994, the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) Central Band is the premiere band of the Singapore Armed Forces and works diligently to join the ranks of the world's finest wind orchestras. The band, which entertains audiences both locally and overseas, consists of a core of professional musicians supplemented by national servicemen fulfilling their mandatory military service. The SAF Central Band functions as a wind orchestra, a show band, and a ceremonial band. The versatility of the band members also allows them to perform as chamber ensembles, a ceremonial fanfare trumpet consort, and a big band.  

Apart from state ceremonial duties, the band supports various military functions and parades. The band seeks a high profile among the Singapore population through its particpation at the National Day and Singapore Armed Forces Day parades, performances at local concerts, and co-organized community and charity projects. The band is also actively involved in the National Arts Council's Arts Education Program, performing extensively at schools and institutions to help impart a love of music to young people.

At its popular "In Harmony" concert series, the band performs an array of wind band music from its extensive repertoire. The band also works with distinguished guest conductors, composers and instrumentalists. The list includes conductors Frank Renton, Richard Adams, Toshio Akiyama and Naoya Takizawa, composers Yasuide Ito, Eric Whitacre, John Sharpley, Jan van der Roost, Philip Sparke, Hardy Mertens, Frank Ticheli and Ralph Hultgren, and instrumental soloists Steven Mead (euphonium), Toru Miura (euphonium), Steve Rosse (tuba), Jeremy Monterio (jazz piano) and Evelyn Glennie (percussion).