In his most famous form, he composed "Semper Fidelis" for the US Marine Corps and a piece entitled "U.S. Field Artillery" that is based on the "Caisson Song."
One of this composer's pieces is said to have gotten its name from the firework-like effects of the drums in its score, and in addition to "The Thunderer," this man composed a piece in 6/8 time for the Washington Post. In his most famous form, he composed "Semper Fidelis" for the US Marine Corps and a piece entitled "U.S. Field Artillery" that is based on the "Caisson Song." For 10 points, name this American composer of "Stars and Stripes Forever" known as the "March King."
One of this composer's pieces is said to have gotten its name from the firework-like effects of the drums in its score, and in addition to "The Thunderer," this man composed a piece in 6/8 time for the Washington Post.
John Philip {Sousa}