military marches
Soldiers walking ceremonially
Military marches are musical compositions written in strong, regular rhythm to accompany or evoke the movement of troops.
The tempo and meter keep soldiers in step during parades and processions.
Famous examples include "The Stars and Stripes Forever" and "The British Grenadiers." The genre's characteristic brass and percussion carry into concert halls, where military marches are performed without any actual marching: The band closed with a rousing military march.
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- trooping the colourBritish sovereign's ceremonial birthday parade
- tempoRate of musical performance
- marching bandMobile musical ensemble
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