"Columbia's Pride" is a patriotic American march composed by
John Philip Sousa
John Philip Sousa ( , ; November 6, 1854 – March 6, 1932) was an American composer and conductor of the late Romantic music, Romantic era known primarily for American military March (music), marches. He is known as "The March King" or th ...
in 1914, based on his 1890 song, "Nail the Flag to the Mast."
"Columbia's Pride" was published in 1914 by
Theodore Presser Co. in Philadelphia as a score for piano.
History
In 1890, Sousa wrote his song “Nail the Flag to the Mast,” using a poem by William Russell Frisbe for the lyrics.
In 1914, to compose "Columbia's Pride," Sousa "modified the melody and rhythm, added a change of key, and shortened" his song, in addition to removing the words.
The 1914
Theodore Presser Co. score of the march states it was composed 'After the song "Nail the Flag to the Mast."' Sousa composed "Columbia's Pride" for piano, and "apparently never arranged
tfor band or orchestra."
However, the
United States Marine Band
The United States Marine Band is the premier band of the United States Marine Corps. Established by act of Congress on July 11, 1798, it is the oldest of the United States military bands and the oldest professional musical organization in the ...
has performed the march arranged for band by Gay Corrie.
See also
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List of marches by John Philip Sousa
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References
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American patriotic songs
Sousa marches
American military marches
Songs written by John Philip Sousa
Concert band pieces