American Pageant - Thomas Knox

The Oklahoma City Symphonic Band, under the direction of Dr. Mark G. Belcik, performs 'American Pageant' by Thomas Knox. This performance is from the Oklahoma Music Educators Association conference in Tulsa, Oklahoma on January 22, 2010.
American Pageant was commissioned for the inauguration of President Richard Nixon in 1973, American Pageant has been used at each subsequent presidential inauguration. America, Yankee Doodle, Battle Hymn of the Republic, Dixie, America the Beautiful, and Columbia the Gem of the Ocean are melodies contained within this piece and are reminders of the great musical heritage of our country.

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wow i was looking for a recording of this, not expecting to find one where i am performing in it ! ! . . . . many fond memories living in O.K.C. and performing with the late Gene Smith, R.I.P. my friend you are missed.