Composed for the award ceremony of The Washington Post's essay contest for schoolchildren, this march became synonymous with the two-step dance craze.
The Washington Post March is one of John Philip Sousa's most recognizable compositions, often associated with the two-step dance craze. Though named for the newspaper, it became synonymous with American military bands.
"The Washington Post" is a renowned military march composed by John Philip Sousa in 1889.
It became synonymous with the two-step dance craze and remains a staple of patriotic American music.
"The Washington Post March" was written in 1889 for the newspaper's essay award ceremony.
It became one of Sousa's most iconic marches, symbolizing the spirit of American military and patriotic music.
One of Sousa's most famous marches, characterized by its lively tempo and distinctive trio section, widely performed in parades and concerts.
