Biography
- Sousa was nicknamed the “March King,” because he wrote more than 130 marches for his professional band!
- He helped develop the Sousaphone, an instrument similar to a Tuba that is still used today in marching bands.
- Sousa was a talented trapshooter, and he helped organize the first national trapshooting organization.
Famous Works
Listen to Sousa
These pieces made John Philip Sousa famous all around the world. Press a Listen button and hear the music for yourself!
The Stars and Stripes Forever (Transcription)
Semper Fidelis (Transcription)
The Liberty Bell (Transcription)
The Thunderer (Transcription)
The Washington Post (Transcription)
Symphony Spotlight
Where can you hear John Philip Sousa's music?
The Columbus Symphony brings this music to life on stage. Check out these programs, and maybe you can hear it in person!
