190729-N-EV253-0319 LAGOS, Nigeria (July 29, 2019) Musician 3rd Class Michael Parker, from Cazenovia, New York, a member of U.S. Naval Forces Europe's New Orleans brass band, Topside, embarked aboard the Spearhead-class expeditionary fast transport ship USNS Carson City (T-EPF 7), leads instruction at Vining Memorial Church Cathedral during a masterclass and joint performance for musicians from the Nigerian Navy, Air Force and police bands, the Nigerian Trumpet Guild and various church bands in Lagos, Nigeria, July 29, 2019. Carson City is deployed to the Gulf of Guinea to demonstrate progress through partnerships and U.S. commitment to West African countries through small boat maintenance assistance, maritime law enforcement engagement, and medical and community relations outreach. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Sara Eshleman/Released)