Making the March King: John Philip Sousa's Washington Years, 1854-1893

by Patrick Warfield

Book Overview

John Philip Sousa's mature career as the indomitable leader of his own touring band is well known, but the years leading up to his emergence as a celebrity have escaped serious attention. In this revealing biography, Patrick Warfield explains how the March King came to be by documenting Sousa's early life and career. Covering the period 1854 to 1893, this study focuses on the community and training that created Sousa, exploring the musical life of...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0252081838
• ISBN13: 9780252081835
• Release Date: January 2016
• Publisher: University of Illinois Press
• Length: 360 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 5.6" x 8.6"