"The Washington Post" march by John Philip Sousa is a family affair! In this #MarineMusicalMoment, hear Marine Band members Master Sgt. Karl Johnson and Gunnery Sgt. Karen Johnson perform the march with a unique ensemble and very special guest instrumentalists. #OnThisDay – On June 15, 1889, the Washington Post newspaper held an award ceremony on the Smithsonian grounds to announce the winner of the Post’s essay contest for school children. The owners of the newspaper had requested Sousa, then l

The “Washington Post” march: One of Sousa’s most popular marches, the “Washington Post” march, was written in 1889 to promote an essay contest sponsored by the newspaper. Full video: https://youtu.be/QaAHXiHUmls #sousa #funk #cruisers #march #usnavy #americasnavy | United States Navy Band