“There is much modern music that is better adapted to a wind combination than to a string, although for obvious reasons originally scored for an orchestra. If in such cases the interpretation is equal to the composition the balance of a wind combination is more satisfying.”
Quote by John Philip Sousa
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John Philip Sousa
John Philip Sousa was an American composer renowned for his marches. His music was greatly beloved by the American public, with his most famous work being 'The Star-Spangled Banner'. Born on November 6, 1854, he passed away on March 6, 1932. more
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