"The President's Own" U.S. Marine Band performs at an Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, led by Drum Major Steven Williams.
U.S. Marine Corps video by Staff Sgt. Joseph Claire
In celebration of the Marine Band's 215th anniversary, John Williams, the Academy Award-winning composer and conductor laureate of the Boston Pops, conducted the band in a fanfare he wrote specifically for the ensemble's anniversary. The work is aptly titled "For 'The President's Own.'"
On July 3, 2013, the band rehearsed with Mr. Williams and recorded the new band work. Following the recording session, Marine Band Director Colonel Michael...
