Quote by: John Philip Sousa

The movements which I make I cannot possibly repress because, at the time, I am actually the idea I am interpreting, and naturally I picture my players and auditors as in accord with me. I know, of course, that my mannerisms have been widely discussed.


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Author Bio


  • NameJohn Philip Sousa
  • DescriptionAmerican conductor
  • BornNovember 6, 1854
  • DiedMarch 6, 1932
  • CountryUnited States Of America
  • ProfessionConductor; Officer; Composer; Author; Musician; Sport Shooter
  • WorksEl Capitan; Semper Fidelis
  • AwardsOrder Of Public Instruction; Royal Victorian Medal