Composed By: John Philip Sousa
Arranged By: Carol Lynn Mizell
Octaves: 5-7 w/opt. 3 oct. Handchimes, Timpani, Snare Drum, Bass Drum & Cymbal
Level: 5
Season: General, Patriotic
This march, written in 1888, takes its title from the motto of the U.S. Marine Corps: Semper Fidelis – "Always Faithful". The first performance was in the Inaugural Parade for President Benjamin Harrison when John Philip Sousa was the Conductor of the U.S. Marine Band – "the President's Own". This challenging piece will stir the patriotic pride of both the ringers and the audience alike.