The Perils of Victory

The Perils of Victory is a patriotic, concert-style march intended for public performance. It is not suitable for marching due to technical passages and scope of form. It was composed for a USO march-writing contest in 1979 to honor the United States military. The only guidelines given were that it had to be in the style and structure of John Philip Sousa. I gave this march a 'Medium-Advanced' grade level mainly due to the demanding phrases and endurance needed in the brass, and the obbligato lines for the upper woodwinds in the grandioso strain. Enjoy this wonderful performance by the United States Army Field Band. NOTES: The audio sample is edited for time. It has no repeats. 8.5 x 11 score and parts.