Gladiator March (1886)

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Composer:Sousa, John Philip (1854-1932), USA
Genre:Anthems / Military
Instruments:Player-Piano
Submitter:Karageanes, Jim
Email:Doctor_Zorba (e-mail)
Website:http://laurasmidiheaven.com/All-.....anes-Midis.shtml
Arranger:Jim Karageanes (2005)
Sousa's first "big hit" in the world of band music. It's dedicated to a Boston journalist. Why the title was chosen is not known. For myself, the music seems appropriate for the entrance of the matadors at bullfights.