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Gott, Kaiser, Vaterland: Military and Patriotic Music of Imperial Germany in Archival Recordings, 1903-1915Gott, Kaiser, Vaterland: Military and Patriotic Music of Imperial Germany in Archival Recordings, 1903-1915
Buy new: $19.95 / Used from: $19.95
Exceptional early recording of rare German Military Music from before WW1. Highly recommended.
Marches-1/BritishMarches-1/British by The Regimental Band of the Coldstream Guards
Buy new: $10.99 / Used from: $4.40
Good CD of the Coldstream Guards during the 1980s. Good standard collection of well known British music and marches
Marches, Vol. 2Marches, Vol. 2
Buy used from: $5.99
The Coldstream Guards again, also from the 1980s, this time playing standard American and European marches
Music Of Our Victory - The Saint Petersburg Admiralty Navy Band, conductor Alexei KarabanovMusic Of Our Victory - The Saint Petersburg Admiralty Navy Band, conductor Alexei Karabanov
Very good selection of patriotic marches from the Soviet Union during WW2 period. Brilliantly played!
Russian Marches and Waltzes - Orchestra of Headquarters of Leningrad Military DistrictRussian Marches and Waltzes - Orchestra of Headquarters of Leningrad Military District
Buy used from: $70.91
Another good CD of Russiam military music, as well as Waltzes and social music.
Preußische & Österreichische MärschePreußische & Österreichische Märsche by Karajan
Buy new: $67.99 / Used from: $9.50
Even though this is not played by a military band, the Berlin Winds do a great job with this standard collection of German/Austrain marches.
Belgian Military Marches, Vol. 2: Infantry MarchesBelgian Military Marches, Vol. 2: Infantry Marches by Belgian Guides Band
A great selection of Belgian marches played by one of the top military bands in Europe. Part of a 3 CD series.
The Queen's Birthday Salute by the Royal Artillery Band: Catalinet: Fanfare Militaire / Sullivan: March of the Peers from 'Iolantha' / Bliss: Fanfare for a Jubilant Occasion / traditional melodiesThe Queen's Birthday Salute by the Royal Artillery Band: Catalinet: Fanfare Militaire / Sullivan: March of the Peers from 'Iolantha' / Bliss: Fanfare for a Jubilant Occasion / traditional melodies by Herald Trumpeters
Buy used from: $24.99
A good re-issue CD of the Royal Artillery Band playing cermonial and regimental music.
Soviet & Russian MarchesSoviet & Russian Marches
Buy used from: $141.89
A good CD re-issue of many LPs by the former USSR Defense Ministry Band and others from the 1970s, 80s
Marches from the Hungarian HistoryMarches from the Hungarian History
A spirited collection of historic Hungarian marches.
The Golden Age of the American MarchThe Golden Age of the American March by The Goldman Band
Buy new: $17.99 / Used from: $6.79
A good march CD by the Goldman Band which sadly is no more.
The Great Marches, Vol. 2The Great Marches, Vol. 2 by Various Artists
Buy used from: $29.51
A collection of British bands from old bandleader LPs no longer in print.
Amazing King's GuardAmazing King's Guard
Buy new: $19.98 / Used from: $12.59
The King's Guard is one of the best military bands around.
Complete Marches Of Kenneth Alford [United Kingdom]Complete Marches Of Kenneth Alford [United Kingdom] by Commandos Band of Hm Royal Marines
Buy new: $22.49 / Used from: $13.09
A fine collection of classic Kenneth Alford. The British answer to Sousa!
Very Best of the Royal MarinesVery Best of the Royal Marines
Buy new: $15.99 / Used from: $4.55
Decent collection of Royal Marines bands and music.
Hands Across the Sea: Sousa Marches - The Band of the GrenadierHands Across the Sea: Sousa Marches - The Band of the Grenadier by Philip E. Hills
Buy new: $16.99 / Used from: $0.78
A good Sousa collection by the Grenadier Guards
The World of the Military Band [Germany]The World of the Military Band [Germany]
Buy new: $11.98 / Used from: $3.28
A fine selection of light classical works for military band played by the Grenadier Guards under the dynamic Rodney Bashford.
Kneller Hall Live, Vol. 3: Golden Jubilee ConcertKneller Hall Live, Vol. 3: Golden Jubilee Concert
Buy new: $18.98
A live recording of the British massed bands at the annual Kneller Hall concerts at the home of military music just outside London.
Regimental Marches of British Army, Vol. 1Regimental Marches of British Army, Vol. 1 by Various Artists
Buy new: $13.98 / Used from: $4.99
Vol. 1 of a fine collection of regimenal marches of the British army as played by the Coldstream Guards under Trevor Sharpe.
Marches for the CollectorMarches for the Collector by Band of the Royal Logistics Corps
A nice collection of popular newer marches by one of the newly created British staff bands.
Amazing GraceAmazing Grace by Royal Scots Dragoon Guards
Buy new: $6.99 / Used from: $3.02
The original 1972 version of Amazing Grace as well as regimental music as played by the bands of the Royal Scots Dragoon Guards.
Amazing Grace: Bagpipe FavoritesAmazing Grace: Bagpipe Favorites by Pipes & Drums of the 48th Highlanders
Buy used from: $2.20
A fine collection of scots tunes played by the best regimental pipe band in North America.
The Massed Bands, Pipes & Drums of Her Majesty's Royal Marines and the Black WatchThe Massed Bands, Pipes & Drums of Her Majesty's Royal Marines and the Black Watch by Royal Marines and The Black Watch
Buy used from: $10.00
The famous 1976 Bicenntennial tour by the massed bands of the Royal Marines and Black Watch. A fine CD that should be in everyone's collection.
Highland CathedralHighland Cathedral
Buy new: $16.99 / Used from: $12.12
The RSDG DVD. Includes all their old and new hits for pipes. Added bonus are the famous scottish sites. Unfortunately the regimental band is no more, but the pipes & drums soldier on with modern arrangements.
The Dark IslandThe Dark Island
Buy new: $16.99 / Used from: $12.30
A nice DVD of the regimental pipes & drums of the Black Watch. With all their recent USA tours this DVD should be a winner. Includes famous tunes for combined music with modern and traditional arrangments. Authentic regimental highland dancing alone makes this video worth having.
The March King - John Philip Sousa Conducts His Own Marches And Other Favorites - An Historical Recording [CD on Demand]The March King - John Philip Sousa Conducts His Own Marches And Other Favorites - An Historical Recording [CD on Demand] by John Philip Sousa
Buy new: $12.00 / Used from: $4.66
What makes this CD interesting are the original tracks played by the Sousa band under the baton of the great man himself.
German Military Marches [CD on Demand]German Military Marches [CD on Demand] by Conducted By Captain Helmut Witten The German Airforce Band
Buy new: $10.99 / Used from: $5.85
Not a great recording, in fact part of the CD is a different band than the one listed. Sound quality is poor, but the Zafenstreich selection is worth the price.
Music of the Russian Imperial Guard - The Saint Petersburg Admiralty Navy BandMusic of the Russian Imperial Guard - The Saint Petersburg Admiralty Navy Band by St. Petersburg Admiralty Navy Band
A fine collection of old Russian Imperial Guard regimental marches. The Admiralty Navy band is first-rate. This is vol. 1 of 2.
French Military Marches [CD on Demand]French Military Marches [CD on Demand] by French Military Bands
Buy new: $12.00 / Used from: $5.50
Another poor recording transfer from an old LP. These various French bands sound dreadful despite their good performances.
French Military MarchesFrench Military Marches by Garde Republicaine
A better example of French military music played by one of the finest bands in France. Vive le France!
Band of Her Majesty's Welsh Guard (1929-1934)Band of Her Majesty's Welsh Guard (1929-1934) by Band of H.M. Welsh Guard
Buy used from: $3.84
Vintage 1930s recordings by the band of the Welsh Guards. A fascinating look at the British military band from a bygone era.
The Great Marches, Vol. 1The Great Marches, Vol. 1 by Various Artists
Buy used from: $14.87
Taken from older Bandleader LPs many of the British bands on these tracks are no more due to army reductions.
Under the Sign of Eagle - The Saint Petersburg Admiralty Navy Band, Conductor Alexei KarabanovUnder the Sign of Eagle - The Saint Petersburg Admiralty Navy Band, Conductor Alexei Karabanov
Another great selection of historic Russian marches by this wonderful band.
ChallengeChallenge
Buy used from: $119.62
This is an out-of-print CD by the Royal Tank Regiment. Since this band has been downsized this recording is a last chance to hear this fine band.
Gordons on ParadeGordons on Parade by Military Band Pipes & Drums of Gordon Highlanders
Buy used from: $4.50
A fine selection of recordings by the Gordons over the years. Since they are no more this CD is of special interest. Check Amazon Canada or UK for a better price perhaps.
Band of the Coldstream GuardsBand of the Coldstream Guards
Buy used from: $32.79
A collection of older recordings when the band was under the great Trevor Sharpe.
A Box of SousaA Box of Sousa
Sousa by the US Marine band is always worthwhile, but the production quality is poor overall for the high asking price.
Life on the Ocean Wave: 15 Musical Salutes to the Royal Navy & Royal MarinesLife on the Ocean Wave: 15 Musical Salutes to the Royal Navy & Royal Marines
Buy used from: $26.79
Yet another collection of Royal Marine band recordings from over the years.
The Scots Guards on TourThe Scots Guards on Tour by Scots Guards Regimental Band
Buy new: $21.99 / Used from: $9.99
Highlights from their 1972 USA Tour. The band was under James Howe and they never sounded better. Arrangments are first-rate. Buy where you can.
Military Tattoos and TournamentsMilitary Tattoos and Tournaments
Buy new: $13.49 / Used from: $9.12
Although a bit dated, this is still an interesting DVD about how military music tattoos are produced.