[PDF] Making The March King eBook

Author : Patrick Warfield
Publisher : University of Illinois Press
Page : 361 pages
File Size : 15,75 MB
Release : 2013-10-16
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 0252095073

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John Philip Sousa's mature career as the indomitable leader of his own touring band is well known, but the years leading up to his emergence as a celebrity have escaped serious attention. In this revealing biography, Patrick Warfield explains how the March King came to be by documenting Sousa's early life and career. Covering the period 1854 to 1893, this study focuses on the community and training that created Sousa, exploring the musical life of late nineteenth-century Washington, D.C., and Philadelphia as a context for Sousa's development. Warfield examines Sousa's wide-ranging experience composing, conducting, and performing in the theater, opera house, concert hall, and salons, as well as his leadership of the United States Marine Band and the later Sousa Band, early twentieth-century America's most famous and successful ensemble. Sousa composed not only marches during this period but also parlor, minstrel, and art songs; parade, concert, and medley marches; schottisches, waltzes, and polkas; and incidental music, operettas, and descriptive pieces. Warfield's examination of Sousa's output reveals a versatile composer much broader in stylistic range than the bandmaster extraordinaire remembered as the March King. In particular, Making the March King demonstrates how Sousa used his theatrical training to create the character of the March King. The exuberant bandmaster who pleased audiences was both a skilled and charismatic conductor and a theatrical character whose past and very identity suggested drama, spectacle, and excitement. Sousa's success was also the result of perseverance and lessons learned from older colleagues on how to court, win, and keep an audience. Warfield presents the story of Sousa as a self-made business success, a gifted performer and composer who deftly capitalized on his talents to create one of the most entertaining, enduring figures in American music.

Author : Christine King Farris
Publisher : Scholastic Inc.
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 19,91 MB
Release : 2008
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0545035376

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From Dr. Martin Luther King's sister, the definitive tribute to the man, the march, and the speech that changed a nation.On a hot August day in 1963, hundreds of thousands of people made history when they marched into Washington, D.C., in search of equality. Martin Luther King, Jr., the younger brother of Christine King Farris, was one of them.Martin was scheduled to speak to the crowds of people on that day. But before he could stand up and inspire a nation, he had to get down to business. He first had to figure out what to say and how to say it. So he spent all night working on his "I Have a Dream" speech, one that would underscore a landmark moment in civil rights history--the Great March on Washington. This would be one of the first events televised all over the globe. The world would be listening, as one of the greatest orators of our time shared his vision for a new day.From the sister of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., comes this moving account of what that day was like for her, and for the man who inspired a crowd--and convinced a nation to let freedom ring.London Ladd's beautiful full-color illustrations bring to life the thousands of people from all over the country who came to the nation's capital. They sing, they join hands, they march, and they listen as speaker after speaker inspires social change, culminating in Dr. King's "I Have a Dream" speech.

Author : John Philip Sousa
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 17,9 MB
Release : 2012
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781579998837

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Born to poor immigrant parents, Sousa succeeded through hard work, talent, and self-motivated drive. This is the story of the man, his music, and his era.

Author : David L. Crane
Publisher : Chronicle Books
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 43,7 MB
Release : 2022-09-20
Category : History
ISBN : 1648961908

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Packed with over 200 color photos, this visual journey through Black history and the Civil Rights Movement is told through the objects—buttons, badges, flyers, pennants, posters, and more—designed by activists as tools to advance the fight for justice and freedom, offering a unique perspective on the Civil Rights Movement from Emancipation through the present day. From Reconstruction through Jim Crow, through the protest era of the 1960s and '70s, to current-day resistance and activism such as the Black Lives Matter movement, the material culture of the Civil Rights Movement has been integral to its goals and tactics. During decades of sit-ins, marches, legal challenges, political campaigns, boycotts, and demonstrations, objects such as buttons, flyers, pins, and posters have been key in the fight against racism, oppression, and violence. Making the Movement presents more than 200 of these nonviolent weapons alongside the stories of the activists, organizations, and campaigns that defined and propelled the cause of civil rights. It is a must-read for anyone seeking to learn about Black and African American history in the United States and about strategies to combat racism and the structures that support it.

Author : Jane L. Stewart
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 119 pages
File Size : 33,20 MB
Release : 2023-08-22
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN :

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In 'The Camp Fire Girls on the March; Or, Bessie King's Test of Friendship' by Jane L. Stewart, readers are taken on a delightful and heartwarming journey alongside the Camp Fire Girls as they face challenges that test their friendship and loyalty. The book is written in a captivating and engaging style that keeps readers hooked from beginning to end, with vivid descriptions that bring the characters and settings to life. Set in the early 1900s, the book provides a glimpse into the lives of young girls during that time period, emphasizing the values of courage, kindness, and camaraderie. Stewart's attention to detail and character development make this a timeless classic in the literary world. Jane L. Stewart, known for her strong female characters and uplifting themes, drew inspiration from her own experiences to create the Camp Fire Girls series. Her passion for empowering young girls is evident in the positive messages woven throughout the book, making it both entertaining and educational. Stewart's background in education and literature shines through in her ability to craft a story that resonates with readers of all ages. I highly recommend 'The Camp Fire Girls on the March; Or, Bessie King's Test of Friendship' to readers looking for a charming and inspiring read that celebrates the power of friendship and the importance of loyalty. Stewart's timeless tale will leave a lasting impact and remind readers of the value of staying true to oneself and those around them.

Author : Adam Fairclough
Publisher : University of Georgia Press
Page : 540 pages
File Size : 43,12 MB
Release : 2001
Category : History
ISBN : 9780820323466

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To Redeem the Soul of America looks beyond the towering figure of Martin Luther King, Jr., to disclose the full workings of the organization that supported him. As Adam Fairclough reveals the dynamics within the Southern Christian Leadership Conference he shows how Julian Bond, Jesse Jackson, Wyatt Walker, Andrew Young, and others also played a hand in the triumphs of Selma and Birmingham and the frustrations of Albany and Chicago. Joining a charismatic leader with an inspired group of activists, the SCLC built a bridge from the black proletariat to the white liberal elite and then, finally, to the halls of Congress and the White House.

Author : Frances E. Ruffin
Publisher :
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 38,44 MB
Release : 2013-09-20
Category :
ISBN : 9781484401033

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Captures the spirit of a landmark day in American history: August 28, 1963, the day Martin Luther King, Jr., made his "I Have a Dream" speech in Washington, D.C.

Author : Michael K. Honey
Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
Page : 221 pages
File Size : 35,31 MB
Release : 2018-04-03
Category : History
ISBN : 0393651274

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“This is a dangerous book.”—Robin D. G. Kelley, author of Freedom Dreams Fifty years ago, a single bullet robbed us of one of the world’s most eloquent voices for human rights and justice. To the Promised Land goes beyond the iconic view of Martin Luther King, Jr., as an advocate of racial harmony, to explore his profound commitment to the poor and working class and his call for “nonviolent resistance” to all forms of oppression, including the economic injustice that “takes necessities from the masses to give luxuries to the classes.” “Either we go up together or we go down together,” King cautioned, a message just as urgent in America today as then. To the Promised Land challenges us to think about what it would mean to truly fulfill King’s legacy and move toward his vision of “the Promised Land” in our own time.

Author : Ken Caffey
Publisher : WestBow Press
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 11,65 MB
Release : 2017-12-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1973607786

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King Alez, a beloved ruler of the kingdom of Castlemyer, is a man strong in his faith, deep in his convictions, and generous with his compassion. Unfortunately, his half-brother, Dator, does not share the same traits and is preparing to carry out an evil plan. Dator is hatching a plot to kill King Alez so that he can step up to the throne. With help from a false holy man, Dator tricks his brother, leaves him for dead, claims the throne, and begins a reign of terror. But what he does not know is that King Alez is still alive, thanks to the Lord who sent dwarves to his rescue. Now as the king travels to reclaim his crown, the Lord brings animals, dwarves, elves, men and women, and legends to life to aid him in his quest. But as he continues a magical journey that epitomizes the power of faith, King Alez is unaware that other enemies are hiding in the shadows, waiting for the right moment to pounce. In this Christian fantasy tale, after a king is tricked by his brother and left for dead he recruits both humans and magical creatures to help him on his march to reclaim his throne.