Fanfare for the Common Man - “The Presidents Own®” U.S. Marine Band®

“The Presidents Own®” U.S. Marine Band® performs Aaron Copland's "Fanfare for the Common Man."
Episode 4436. Aired September 21, 2014.

[@Chuckt961]

I am the Common Man. This is for us. For "We the people" and it's an honor and a privilege to be an American. Be Good. Be Honorable. Be Truthful. Earn this.

[@empressofherteatable]

For Americans and every human being. We are all brothers and sisters!

[@justa.american8303]

We are all brothers and sisters in arms. I bid you God's speed and blessings.

[@maryapffel9105]

For our veterans. Our trash collectors. Our home health nurses. Our masons, carpenters & painters. Our hotel housekeepers. Our common men & women who make civilization possible ❤

[@JadeDelphi]

Amen❤

[@jwinn1269]

Our mothers, our fathers, our grandparents who fought in WWII! ❤

[@williamboo9017]

Thanks so much all of you. I needed to see that. ❤

[@russakawinderstempling505]

Our Father requested that we play this song at his funeral as we carried him from the hearse to his final resting spot on the hill above. Somehow he knew that it would take exactly the length of this musical piece to carry him that distance. He chose this to be played as he likened death to being just the first step into the greatest adventure of all time, and believed it embodied that final goodbye perfectly, much as you would expect to hear it playing as a group of astronauts turn and wave that final goodbye before stepping into their rocket and blasting into the unknown!!! It has almost been a year now since we lost him, and as a Marine Corps Veteran myself, hearing this song played so amazingly by my brothers and sisters in uniform, truly hit that tender spot!!! Safe journey Pops!!! We all miss you!!! Until our time comes to make that journey ourselves, may you find peace in yours!!!----------Your Son, Russ Semper Fidelis!!!

[@matthewferszt531]

Your testimony brought as many tears to my eye as the music itself. Your father has, indeed, taken the first step of the thousand-mile journey.

[@KC-xe1pr]

Russ aka Winders Templing !

[@amelmillou3670]

The greatest adventure of all time!! I love what your dad said my friend God bless you all the way from the U. K!!!

[@terrylynch415]

What a beautiful testimony to your father. I’m planning my dad service right now and came across this song it’s beautiful . Dad was a World War II veteran -Air Force.

[@karlkutac1800]

I'm a USN vet. My ship carried Marines to Desert Storm. Like your dad, I want this played at my funeral, but maybe for different reasons. The song celebrates the common man. Like, me. Like, all the folks I served with. Like, all the folks back home that I was serving for. Every common man can be a hero, if he or she serves a higher cause. I served to protect and defend our Constitution. I'm ok with that.

[@vanreese7184]

Our local radio station played this on September 11, 2001 while we were trying to understand and recover from the events of the day. It was amazing and the perfect song for that day.

[@grouper916]

On the day of my father's funeral. I woke in the morning and turned the radio on when without a pause the tune was starting up. I sat in wonder at the timing. My Dad was the great common man.

[@matthewferszt531]

Almost as the universe itself was paying tribute to a "great common man."

[@tasichannel9475]

May he rest in peace.

[@wolvenwood]

Your comment made me cry, THANK YOU! May your father rest in peace. What is remembered LIVES.

[@larrypinkney9672]

As the son of a U.S. military Korean War veteran I salute you and your late father. Larry Pinkney

[@KibetArapSang]

wow

[@josephmackinley4395]

May those who serve to ensure our freedom endures be blessed by The Lord God Almighty. Their ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten, always remembered.

[@matthewferszt531]

Never forget, remember always. All to often the tree of liberty is watered by the blood of patriots.

[@clivetaylor961]

I'm not Marine Corp but a British Army vet of 24 years but that doesn't take away what this awesome piece of music means to so many. Respect all especially those of us that stood shoulder to shoulder.

[@oldbiker9]

Respect . Grit in my eyes . UK Marine. Once a Marine Always a Marine.

[@johnjames529]

Thank you both for your respective service to your countries.

[@jayadams303]

US Army 66-69 -- my greatest memory

[@Mrmidtown1]

This piece is truly beyond borders. Though not written specifically for the service, it's haunting gaps of space and sweeping melody is emotional for all. Thank you for your service.

[@tasichannel9475]

Semper Fi, brother.

[@danconner8531]

I recently learned the backstory is that this piece was written in 1942 and debuted in 1943, the darkest days of WW2. This was a time when victory was in no way certain and far more than the daily average of 308 military dead were streaming home. Yet there is an expansive, victorious character to this piece. Copeland wrote to inspire and uplift Americans hearts and illuminate a vision of victory. Now I understand why this composition is such a tearjerker.

[@titarivera4655]

Thanks for sharing!

[@themightycrixus1131]

Thank you for the facts. Every time I hear this I think of its use in Saving Private Ryan. It was one of my favorite films growing up. I was fascinated with the era and how heroic men were in that time.

[@AllenJones-w3p]

Rest in peace, Aaron Copland.

[@douglasoffermann3163]

I have no military service record but the backstory of heartache, struggle with character is a timeless reminder that the beauty of life is not whether you win or lose but that you fought for something better. Today's politics could use several doses of this music. We all need to see life through music

[@karlforster4907]

Thank you for the insight. I like this piece even better now.

[@elizabethholland2293]

This song goes out to all the grocery store workers, healthcare professionals, delivery workers, and other front-liners. Thank you--all the "common men" who are holding the world together right now.

[@chrispalm2007]

❤️

[@robertleath9913]

And dont forget the great farmers around the world who work hard to feed us all. This song should be dedicated especially to them.

[@FifthContinentMusic]

This is a concert work, NOT a song. Your terminology is wrong. Copland thought of the 'common man' when he composed this in 1944 whilst WW II raged on.

[@nathanjackson4189]

Welcome

[@peteroloughlin1694]

BRILLIANT. One of my favourite pieces of music.

[@debrabolton9372]

A favorite classical piece of mine beautifully performed. This country would be nowhere without the common man and woman.

[@KSfan4ever]

This is an extraordinary performance!. One of the best brass sections ever! Silky smooth trumpets, rich sonorous french horns, commanding trombones and precise tympani and bass drum. Fabulous!!

[@caitlinwilliams8893]

Man. That Trumpet part at the beginning, and followed with the Horns. Gets me every dang time.

[@plutomakesgrilledcheese2740]

I want to be the kind of man who would deserve this piece played at my funeral.

[@matthewferszt531]

I don't know if you''ll ever read this, but I have to say that your comment struck home in a way that none of the others did. Thank you (what an inadequate phrase) for sharing.

[@zachmerryfield8789]

When I hear this song. I am always reminded of the great accomplishments our world and nation has done.

[@johnfargher99]

Brilliant. I remember as a young British soldier seeing this at a US parade in Germany 40 yrs ago. It blew my mind.

[@1glopz]

If you listen to this and don't get any goose bumps or a tear in the eye your probably dead.

[@alaandre004]

Last Chance i get chills

[@1glopz]

That means you are alive and well and probably a patriot

[@dadthecrewmate1429]

Last Chance don't worry, every time the Ab chord towards the end hits im a living goosebump

[@justinnash1701]

Last Chance when i read ur comment i started to cry then the gosesbumps hit

[@Buckblacket]

Hello, yes is that the undertakers............?

[@paulabrunetto2329]

And, Thank you Mr. Aaron Copland for writing this music.....Another great American.

[@danbytp]

For every person who ever served in the military,first responders,and health care worker!!

[@TravelingBuildingGrowing]

I am not sure how you can dislike this, that's just crazy.

[@theriverhudson4005]

Absolutely amazing. Performed with gracious dignity. You gentlemen honor us all.

[@scottc977]

Yes they do

[@araeagle3829]

Everytime I hear the trumpets first entrance, I get goosebumps. Marvelous rendition!

[@Xampf1]

So fitting that the inspiration for this beautiful piece of music was given to Aaron Copland. I can't think of a more humble composer. While Sousa's marches reminded us how great America is, Copland's scores were a reminder of what we should aspire to be.

[@cowapocalypse75]

This is the ONLY KZbin performance of this where the timpanist got the mallet choice right. Ultra staccato T3 all the way!!

[@joenobody571]

God bless the marine past and present I was usn and I am proud of that but regret not going to the marines god bless the marine you are why we are free today

[@ldobehardcore]

It's beautiful in its simplicity. Pretty much just arpeggios up and down. But the key changes really make it.

[@mrbananaman8032]

And the enveloping timpani, bass drum and gong. This is really a treat if your sound system can reproduce the low bass.

[@Normantnt]

The finest fanfare in the history of man, performed by some of the finest musicians. I am sure this is what Aaron Copeland envisioned when he put such thoughts to music.

[@erikmoller2802]

I can just sit and listen to this over and over and cry....

[@normanspratling8303]

Best version on KZbin!

[@1234deathletter]

beautiful! absolutely beautiful!

[@TheGrahamMichael]

New Year's Eve 1999 into 2000. Techno/House Nightclub in the UK. When midnight struck, the DJ played this. No kidding. The place went nuts euphoric.

[@billivory2754]

As a very Common Human who once served as a very young Marine I take great comfort and hope in the soaring dignity this 3 minutes and 25 seconds provides as we press through the many challenges of every day existence. Thank you Mr. Copeland. Rest in peace

[@SamhainBe]

The most moving three minutes of music ever written...

[@hovermaster939]

Powerfully presented. Strong work!

[@guylewis7418]

Nothing common about the Fanfare for the Common Man, or this performance!

[@craigfelde882]

Listen to the Marine Band's treatment of Copland's Symphony #3 final movement, which is based on this. Magnificent!

[@Modeltnick]

This brings tears every time I hear it! It so reminds me of the John F. Kennedy years and how different things were in those days.

[@mrbigtbonevissoc]

It's a shame that the euphoniums have to sit out something as beautiful as this.

[@garygardner8883]

dont know what sounds better precushion or ELP version but they both sound as good hats of to aaron copland very good

[@cgom8765]

Que linda música de Mr. Copland! E juntamente com Back To Begining essas são as duas músicas mais belas interpretadas por Emerson, Lake & Palmer 🎵🎶😍

[@ihsandeeb]

Absolutely amazing!!! 😍

[@mh.4664]

This is my favorite piece by Aaron Copeland.

[@reelguyoutdoors5536]

In my opinion, some renditions of this are too "much". This is more simple, but very effective for this peace. Bravo! God bless America.

[@carolgarabedian01]

Pretty awesome music.

[@GeovaneTelesgeutds]

amazing! !

[@ensenadatourguide.czipline361]

Holly smokes!! this sounds better than the CD

[@Gray51Wolf]

Perfection... Aaron would be proud.

[@TPGFan]

Very well done. (I'll probably look like that percussionist if I ever get to play a timpani. The joy of discovery... every single time)

[@aaomotoyosi]

Wow, I first heard this when I was playing brothers in arms game

[@captainspace6811]

So beautiful.

[@StereoSpace]

Wonderful performance.

[@willobi]

We are all the common man.

[@kimberlylawson8240]

They look sharp in those outfits!

[@KitMcLellan]

gorgeous.

[@tonymoore6743]

Magnificent

[@terrance7300]

I'm playing the timpani part for my school's upcoming concert

[@cowapocalypse75]

Hell yeah, dude! One of the most fun timpani parts ever!!

[@charleyhibschweiler4555]

O fortuna has a great timpani part

[@johnmatteson9112]

And is played in every "barbarians at the gate" movie I've ever seen. :-)

[@terrance7300]

Dat solo tho

[@danielatkins4111]

How did it go?

[@paulreynolds8245]

Played this in community band, 3rd bone and baritone, not a dry eye in the house!

[@MarceloSantos-ub2tt]

Bom exemplo para nos Brasileiros. love pátria

[@Morgan4746]

Now I know what this song is called they play this at the national Memorial Day concert every year ;)

[@carlosrivas2012]

brillante interpretación....

[@stevefowler1787]

Fyi, The President's Own (aka as the U.S. Marine Corps Band) are the only non commissioned officers (i.e. "enlisted") in The Corps who don't have to go thru Marine boot...they are all world class musicians and the selection process is one of the most stringent in the musical world...Semper Fi.

[@Indylimburg]

I wondered why this sounded so good and then I realized it was recorded in the Tabernacle.

[@mark19441944]

I have heard this piece many times. Absolutely perfect performance! Written during WWII and first performed during the War. If you haven't heard Copland's 3rd Symphony you should. He works this into the Symphony. Just wonderful!

[@badfender223]

Superb!

[@bonniefox8088]

Sousa would approve of this version by the U.S. Marine Band--because he once conducted it! Yes, I am aware that Copeland wrote this. Just a clarification. Bonnie

[@billyboi57]

His mane is Copland, not Copeland. Aaron Copland.

[@luv2bik]

The Fanfare was written in 1942; Sousa died in 1932. Although there is a certain religious nature to the work, I'm not sure even Sousa could have pulled off that trick.

[@johnmatteson9112]

Sousa was a march man, that was his forte.

[@stoutyyyy]

I always think of civ 5 when I hear this

[@MrPeter3011]

absolute perfect sound......

[@lostsoul3154]

Part of our U.S. military sounding great!!

[@theovee4321]

Wow

[@am4358]

👍👍👍👍👍🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@DaveSnelson-ox2vv]

Breathlrss

[@JoeMcCohn]

One Nation - Under God ! 👊🏻💪🇵🇱

[@obinnanwakwue5735]

I love listening to this piece, but how come everytime I see people perform this C trumpets are used?

[@josephcarpenter6921]

The 1st Cav Nam my Boyo

[@zZ-fb1ub]

Vamos Mr President you are the BEST! Peace with North Korea.

[@bonniefox8088]

Ahh...Sousa would approve...

[@sublimeade]

you know it's Copland, right?

[@Jerry-hp5sf]

sublimeade Sousa once conducted the Marine Band.

[@roxelbr]

It reminds me the Olympics....

[@germanbaterista]

Gativideo!!!

[@H-mv2jp]

Surely the music can speak to the common “man” of all nations. I am a British woman and have loved this piece from the first time l heard it.

[@Joe-ch6mu]

yes this is for you as well, darling. it is for us all

[@kenjackson5685]

Magnificent

[@johncourt6434]

This music was for the special generation. The ordinary men and women who, in a nations darkest time, laid their lives on the line for not only their nation but for the belief that freedom was worth everything that they had to offer. Thank you to all of these people.

[@edbaker8755]

I remember quite vividly from the closing ceremonies of the 1984 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. It still brings me to tears of patriotic joy! God Bless America 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@tinselPixie]

Superb. The "common" man is far less common than despots and leaders would have us think. We're not sheep. We've all got seeds of greatness in us. Every one of us.

[@55forgiven]

Absolutely! We are more than sheep, more than squirrels. We are our dreams.

[@dr.kenmahood4917]

I had the honour of studying composition with Aaron Copland in 1969 years before his death. Truly a great American composer but one of the most humble individuals I have ever known. He later used this great fanfare as the theme for his Symphony No. 3. Thank you Mr. Copland for giving me inspiration and confidence.

[@JediMaestr0]

That's amazing. I'm glad you had such an amazing opportunity, and I am, of course, quite jealous. I'm currently studying composition.

[@ijpcreativitymusic2613]

Where did you study composition with him? Friends and I were delighted to catch an recital at Cornell with Copland on piano accompanying a student of his. In the early 1970s.

[@quintyoung]

That piece is just sublime. The performance is epic and it never fails to either give me chills, or tear up a little... truly magnificent.

[@akalt7007]

I played French horn for ten years and couldn’t hold back tears while playing this anthem. Had to remember to wear waterproof makeup in the dress blues. I never got the honor to serve, cancer claimed me first, but had many of my friends go overseas. The return of one in a flag-draped casket gave me one final honor of playing. I was laying on the floor in a puddle of tears as soon as I said goodbye. I’ll never play again.

[@sleepyyy_steve]

This is truly one of the best performances of this incredible piece. ❤

[@spock9598]

I agree, this is a perfect version. I wish it would last for hours, so uplifting and beautiful and majestic.

[@JCIGF]

Superb. The "common" man is far less common than despots and leaders would have us think. We're not sheep. We've all got seeds of greatness in us. Every one of us.

[@jamesslick4790]

Yes, This is for the MANY, not the FEW!

[@lauraschofield4168]

I never tire of listening to this piece. Aaron Copeland is my favorite American composer. I also love the Emerson, Lake and Palmer version.

[@pibly7784]

Same here.

[@nmikloiche]

I played this in HS band in 1990 and fell in love with it. ❤

[@flamingfrancis]

Indeed, that ELP version from 1977 exposed the song to a new generation when it reached #2 on British pop charts.

[@christophermanos8613]

Both of my Uncles fought in World War II. This rendition is a great tribute to all veterans. On behalf of my family - we are ETERNALLY GRATEFUL for the sacrifices paid by all who have served and died for the preservation of our Republic. God Bless You All.

[@rodsprague369]

This is the best interpretation I have ever heard. Most of the others have a gong that sounds way too much like a cymbal. This gong has the strong bass fundamental pitch that has the gravitas to be the foundation for the aspirational high brass. This could be the theme of a star ship. This brings tears to my eyes.

[@williamenser]

That sounded great! So in tune. Semper fi.

[@SkyEye91]

Cpl. Hodge - USMC - 1stBN/6thMAR/2ndMARDIV -- These Marines play as smooth as silk. It's an honor to see our band playing for the world.

[@donalddenton2297]

This piece of music, along with the Navy Hymn (Eternal Father, Strong to Save), always leaves me in utter silence...with tears.

[@keztrucker7478]

Amazing piece of music ,always puts me in mind of president Kennedy for some reason, also I would like to give my respects to the band . as a former Royal Marine commando I salute my cousins in the service across the pond.

[@alaandre004]

KEZ TRUCKER This song is a perfect ode to Kennedy

[@robertboot7803]

This music reminds you of Kennedy? It's the banging, the continual banging.

[@jgjmulders]

This is one of the best played version on You tube, great orchestra very good condubter en the tympany' s are Fantastic. Greetings from the Netherlands

[@camtheorganman]

KEZ TRUCKER Probably because JFK served on a PT Boat in the navy during the second Great War.

[@kontanaizumi]

I always thought it cause this sounds like a lot of music that goes with the space program

[@alanpoulsen4895]

What an absolutely beautiful performance of an AMERICAN (democrat or republican) icon of the musical part of being truly AMERICAN. I pray all of our beloved country find JOY in works like this.........

[@misterlarryb]

I am so glad to read I am not the only one moved to tears by this piece. I'm still not exactly sure why. In the 1960s or 70s at least a part of this piece preceded the National Anthem and was accompanied by very regal, sweeping landscapes and Armed Service footage- it was used as a TV station sign-off, possibly one of the big three in the Philadelphia area. (Yes, TV didn't always play 24/7!). Decades later, this tune haunted me. I didn't know the name of it. I couldn't find it anywhere, not even on a website that featured TV sign-offs. I don't remember how I found this (maybe a classical station played it?), but when I found it, I was both ecstatically joyful and deeply somber, and flooded with tears. Can't explain it, will just have to embrace it. Semper Fi.

[@mah26rib]

I never tire playing this magnificient fanfare on timpani. It's a monumental piece of music and get goosebumps with each note played

[@jslasher1]

When Sir Eugene Goosens commissioned those American composers of note to compose fanfares honouring Americans [and Europeans in the axis powers] in various branches of the armed services, Aaron Copland chose to honour the 'common man'. His fanfare, which stands quite alone, is the only one to remain in the current concert repertoire. Once heard, never forgotten.

[@supermanfan369]

This is by far the best version I’ve ever heard of this amazing song. Goosebumps.