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    "For The President's Own" - John Williams

    I just stumbled on this video last night. Two of my 'heroes in music' are John Williams, and the Marine Band. This approx 8 minute video is of a rehearsal of the Marine Band with John Williams on his new piece written for the celebration of the 215th anniversary of the "President's Own, Marine Band. There's also a short interview with then director, Col. Michael Colburn. Mr. Williams still writes some great and challenging music.

    Marine Band Celebrates Anniversary with John Williams
    Last edited by RickF; 10-30-2017 at 09:34 AM.
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    You can download the mp3 "For 'The President's Own'" by John Williams here:

    http://www.marineband.marines.mil/Po...idents_own.mp3
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    Chorale and Shaker Dance
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    Thanks for the post, Rick. Really enjoyable and excellent playing by the Marine Band.
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  4. Great find Rick -- thanks for sharing!

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    I played this piece with Col. Colburn! It was an amazing experience - great euphonium part, too!
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  6. Quote Originally Posted by JasonDornnelly View Post
    I played this piece with Col. Colburn! It was an amazing experience - great euphonium part, too!
    Such great musicians at the Marine Band and John Williams is simply amazing. Any more footage of this collaboration?
    Last edited by Dhillon; 11-01-2021 at 05:53 PM.

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