John Philip Sousa
The 'march king' John Philip Sousa was born in Washington DC on 6 November 1854. With his own band he toured the world during the early years of the 20th century. He wrote at least 100 marches, and several operettas. He died on 6 March 1932.
A selection of articles about John Philip Sousa
Ensemble. Unexpected Pleasures - Ron Bierman was at the opening of La Jolla Music Society's Summerfest season
CD Spotlight. An Immense Achievement - The final disc in Naxos' series of John Philip Sousa wind band music, recommended by Gerald Fenech. '... Keith Brion and his players do themselves proud with some superb playing full of dash and swagger ...'
CD Spotlight. Highly Imaginative - Fantasies by Sousa, heard by Gerald Fenech. '... the music is as exciting and entertaining as one would wish for.'
CD Spotlight. A Very Special CD - Band music by John Philip Sousa, recommended by Gerald Fenech. 'Sensitive and engrossingly passionate performances ...'
A Golden Treasury - Havergal Brian on European and American music, read by Patric Standford
Record box - Give and Take. Basil Ramsey enjoys companion organ CDs