CD Sousa*, Coldstream Guards, Royal Marines* – Military Marches Of Sousa

Experience the definitive collection of military precision with the Military Marches Of Sousa, an EMI 1988 CD compilation. This release brings together the world-renowned Band of the Coldstream Guards and the Band of the Royal Marines to celebrate the "March King," John Philip Sousa.

Directed by elite military conductors—including the legacy of figures like Major F.J. Ricketts (who served as Director of Music for the Royal Marines)—this recording captures the authentic power and historical documentation of the wind band tradition. The compilation features the iconic arrangements that have defined the genre for decades.

Featured Masterpieces Include:

• Stars and Stripes Forever – The quintessential American march.
• The Liberty Bell – A timeless classic characterized by its bold brass and rhythmic drive.
• Semper Fidelis – The traditional march of the United States Marine Corps.
• Washington Post March – A staple of the 19th-century "Two-Step" era.
• The Thunderer and High School Cadets – Demonstrating Sousa’s unparalleled Gift for melody.
• Hands Across the Sea and Manhattan Beach.

Whether you are a collector of military history or a fan of high-fidelity brass recordings, this EMI compilation remains a "military band recording classic," preserving the cultural heritage of the Great British and American march traditions.