John Philip Sousa
Conductor and composer of marches
This individual served as the conductor of the U.S. Marine Band and later formed his own band, which toured extensively. Notable compositions include 'The Stars and Stripes Forever,' which became the national march of the United States. Sousa was influential in popularizing the concert band tradition and is credited with composing numerous military marches.
Composed 'The Stars and Stripes Forever'
Conducted the U.S. Marine Band
Founded the Sousa Band
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Died
March 31st, 1567 459 years ago — 87 years old
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November 6th, 1930 95 years ago
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Ice hockey player for Columbus Blue Jackets
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South Korean singer and actress
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Born
November 6th, 1988 37 years ago
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Hungarian composer and music educator
Born
December 16th, 1882 143 years ago
Died
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American minister and biblical scholar
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1928 98 years ago
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July 19th, 1884 141 years ago
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September 26th, 1895 130 years ago
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