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The Gladiator

John Philip Sousa

DifficultyAdvanced
Duration3:13
Notes1,975

Description

A piano transcription of The Gladiator, one of Sousa's early marches. Its sturdy dotted rhythms and valiant themes evoke the ancient combatant of the title, foreshadowing the style of his later, more famous marches. At just over three minutes and dense with notes, it demands a powerful touch and the stamina to hold a steady tempo throughout.

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About the Composer

John Philip Sousa (1854-1932)

John Philip Sousa (1854-1932) was an American composer and bandleader known as 'The March King.' He composed numerous marches, including 'The Stars and Stripes Forever,' and played a major role in developing the American concert band tradition. This site includes ten of his works, such as 'The Liberty Bell March.'

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