The Incredible Band of John Philip Sousa

by Paul E. Bierley

Book Overview

John Philip Sousa (1854-1932) is an American icon. Most famous for his military marches, the composer-bandmaster led a disciplined group of devoted musicians on numerous American tours and around the world, shaping a new cultural landscape. Paul E. Bierley documents every aspect of the "March King's" band: its history, its star performers, its appearances on recordings and radio, and the problems they faced on their 1911 trip around the world...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0252031474
• ISBN13: 9780252031472
• Release Date: August 2006
• Publisher: University of Illinois Press
• Length: 480 Pages
• Weight: 3.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.5" x 8.8" x 11.3"