A short and vibrant concert overture that resonates with the essence of the American spirit. While the work consists primarily of original material, there are brief hints and echoes of The Star Spangled

Originally a piano piece by composer F.W. Meacham written in 1885, this piece depicts the approach, passing, and fading away into the distance of a military unit. While there are many versions of this

This exuberant concert work provides a thrilling way to open or close any performance in a grand manner. Cleverly written, this original piece includes melodic fragments of The Star-Spangled Banner

This great event in our nation's history forged through fire the future of our country. Using popular songs from the Civil War era, we see a musical portrait of that time; tuneful and playable. An important

This tuneful medley commemorates World War I with four songs that were popular and widely performed during that historic era. It opens with the well-known Over There,

A moving musical tribute that will enhance any concert or festival performance. Beginning with the solemn sounds of snare drum, this wonderfully written piece honors the memory of the sailors of the U.S.S.

Fans and march enthusiasts will be overjoyed with this wonderfully stylish, rediscovered march.  It gives a glimpse of the young, aspiring composer and reflects the early years of his career. At the

A wonderful patriotic medley that features America as well as the songs from all the branches of the armed forces played both separately and simultaneously. Creative use of shifting tonal centers

George Washington and the Continental Army's withdrawal to Valley Forge was one of the darkest chapters of the Revolutionary War. The demoralized mood of the troops is conveyed by the Revolutionary-era

One of the most honored and respected speeches of all time, the Gettysburg Address is presented with an accompaniment that is playable by elementary groups. Outstanding for change of pace

This rousing arrangement of America, also known as My Country 'Tis of Thee, is perfect for mass band finales or any patriotic event. A bold and stately fanfare opens and closes the piece

This well-scored and accessible medley of American patriotic songs - Over There; The Stars and Stripes Forever; Hail to the Chief; America and Yankee Doodle - has all the trimmings of a

This original concert work was inspired by and dedicated to the men and women who serve in the National Guard. Composed to honor these citizen soldiers, it features noble and majestic themes as well as a

This classic march remains one of the best known and most popular marches ever written. The combination of magnificent march-style writing and musical quotes from the Star-Spangled Banner give

Young bands and their audiences can now enjoy America's most famous march. This setting includes the introduction and the trio, as well as two versions of the famous piccolo solo. One version is advanced

The flag of the United States of America inspires tremendous emotion. One of the most stirring moments occurs when the flag is raised and To the Colors is played. Suitable for concerts or

The marches of John Philip Sousa are known around the world and this may be the most famous of all of them. This setting has been carefully arranged so young bands can perform and appreciate this historic

This thoroughly researched edition represents a study of first edition printings, performance notes of Sousa Band members and markings in the Sousa Band encore books in the U.S. Marine library.  All of