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Sousa's Greatest Hits / Schoepper, United States Marine Band

$18.99

Details

Composer
SOUSA, JOHN PHILIP
Artist
Us Marine Band
Format
CD
Label
Altissimo
Released
Jan 01, 2007
Catalog #
ALT55672
UPC
754422556729

About

John Philip Sousa's music lives on through this superb recording. Performed by the esteemed United States Marine Band, this is an historic compilation that includes such favorites as "The Stars and Stripes Forever," "Semper Fidelis," and "The Washington Post." Equally welcome are such lesser-known works as "The Bride Elect," "Jack Tar," and "Man Behind the Gun," which offer a glimpse into the music not so familiar to casual Sousa listeners.
Under the leadership of Colonel Albert Schoepper, the performances are detailed and filled with nuances exemplified by the clarity of "The President's Own." The musicality and responsiveness of this ensemble is extremely noteworthy, as Schoepper's renditions provide a rich, well-balanced equilibrium between the wind, brass, and percussion. The unified dynamic control of the group sounds effortless, as does their interpretation and handling of Sousa's relentless, almost whimsical phrasings. These supercharged performances truly illustrate the unparalleled tradition of the Marine Band's playing of Sousa's music. Simply put, there is no better way to experience the music of the original "March King."

Tracklist 18 tracks

  1. 1 The Stars and Stripes Forever 03:37
    Track
    1
    Title
    The Stars and Stripes Forever
    Duration
    03:37
    Composer
    John Philip Sousa
    Ensemble
    The President's Own United States Marine Band
    Conductor
    Albert F. Schoepper
  2. 2 Bride Elect Selections 02:27
    Track
    2
    Title
    Bride Elect Selections
    Duration
    02:27
    Composer
    John Philip Sousa
    Ensemble
    The President's Own United States Marine Band
    Conductor
    Albert F. Schoepper
  3. 3 Semper Fidelis 02:44
    Track
    3
    Title
    Semper Fidelis
    Duration
    02:44
    Composer
    John Philip Sousa
    Ensemble
    The President's Own United States Marine Band
    Conductor
    Albert F. Schoepper
  4. 4 King Cotton 02:47
    Track
    4
    Title
    King Cotton
    Duration
    02:47
    Composer
    John Philip Sousa
    Ensemble
    The President's Own United States Marine Band
    Conductor
    Albert F. Schoepper
  5. 5 Sound Off 02:50
    Track
    5
    Title
    Sound Off
    Duration
    02:50
    Composer
    John Philip Sousa
    Ensemble
    The President's Own United States Marine Band
    Conductor
    Albert F. Schoepper
  6. 6 The Washington Post March 02:37
    Track
    6
    Title
    The Washington Post March
    Duration
    02:37
    Composer
    John Philip Sousa
    Ensemble
    The President's Own United States Marine Band
    Conductor
    Albert F. Schoepper
  7. 7 The Gladiator 02:46
    Track
    7
    Title
    The Gladiator
    Duration
    02:46
    Composer
    John Philip Sousa
    Ensemble
    The President's Own United States Marine Band
    Conductor
    Albert F. Schoepper
  8. 8 National Fencibles 03:23
    Track
    8
    Title
    National Fencibles
    Duration
    03:23
    Composer
    John Philip Sousa
    Ensemble
    The President's Own United States Marine Band
    Conductor
    Albert F. Schoepper
  9. 9 Jack Tar 02:25
    Track
    9
    Title
    Jack Tar
    Duration
    02:25
    Composer
    John Philip Sousa
    Ensemble
    The President's Own United States Marine Band
    Conductor
    Albert F. Schoepper
  10. 10 The Thunderer 02:41
    Track
    10
    Title
    The Thunderer
    Duration
    02:41
    Composer
    John Philip Sousa
    Ensemble
    The President's Own United States Marine Band
    Conductor
    Albert F. Schoepper
  11. 11 Sabre and Spurs 03:07
    Track
    11
    Title
    Sabre and Spurs
    Duration
    03:07
    Composer
    John Philip Sousa
    Ensemble
    The President's Own United States Marine Band
    Conductor
    Albert F. Schoepper
  12. 12 The Royal Welch Fusiliers 02:35
    Track
    12
    Title
    The Royal Welch Fusiliers
    Duration
    02:35
    Composer
    John Philip Sousa
    Ensemble
    The President's Own United States Marine Band
    Conductor
    Albert F. Schoepper
  13. 13 El capitan 02:22
    Track
    13
    Title
    El capitan
    Duration
    02:22
    Composer
    John Philip Sousa
    Ensemble
    The President's Own United States Marine Band
    Conductor
    Albert F. Schoepper
  14. 14 The Gridiron Club 03:23
    Track
    14
    Title
    The Gridiron Club
    Duration
    03:23
    Composer
    John Philip Sousa
    Ensemble
    The President's Own United States Marine Band
    Conductor
    Albert F. Schoepper
  15. 15 Manhattan Beach 02:14
    Track
    15
    Title
    Manhattan Beach
    Duration
    02:14
    Composer
    John Philip Sousa
    Ensemble
    The President's Own United States Marine Band
    Conductor
    Albert F. Schoepper
  16. 16 The Man Behind the Gun 02:21
    Track
    16
    Title
    The Man Behind the Gun
    Duration
    02:21
    Composer
    John Philip Sousa
    Ensemble
    The President's Own United States Marine Band
    Conductor
    Albert F. Schoepper
  17. 17 The Invincible Eagle 03:31
    Track
    17
    Title
    The Invincible Eagle
    Duration
    03:31
    Composer
    John Philip Sousa
    Ensemble
    The President's Own United States Marine Band
    Conductor
    Albert F. Schoepper
  18. 18 The Gallant Seventh 03:20
    Track
    18
    Title
    The Gallant Seventh
    Duration
    03:20
    Composer
    John Philip Sousa
    Ensemble
    The President's Own United States Marine Band
    Conductor
    Albert F. Schoepper