President Thomas Jefferson is credited with giving the Marine Band its title, 'The President's Own,' recognizing its unique relationship with the Chief Executive.
Performer Biography
Gerard Schwarz, the conductor on this album, began his professional career as co-principal trumpet of the New York Philharmonic.
Performer Biography
The Marine Band's mission is to provide music for the President of the United States and the Commandant of the Marine Corps, performing at the White House an average of 200 times each year.
Performer Biography
The United States Marine Band, known as 'The President's Own,' is America's oldest continuously active professional musical organization, established by an Act of Congress in 1798.
Performer Biography
John Philip Sousa, 'The March King,' served as the Marine Band's 17th Director from 1880-92, bringing the band to an unprecedented level of excellence and initiating its concert tours.
Recording & Production
This album features the world premiere recording of Gerard Schwarz's composition "Above and Beyond," written specifically for the United States Marine Band.
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