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.
Voicing: 5, 6, or 7 octaves handbells with optional 3 octaves handchimes, timpani, snare drum, bass drum, and cymbal
Published in two compatible editions, this tender setting of the beloved Appalachian folk song may be played by either handbells or handchimes. With minimal bell changes and easy techniques such as sh...
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 Harri...