SKU: AP.31707

UPC: 038081350929. English.

Avast me hardies! A high sea adventure is about to unfold. The ship rocks gently as its bell summons all to board. The pirate crew begins singing to pass time as it prepares the ship for a long voyage. What lies ahead? Are there ships with gold and treasure to be taken? Will there be hopes of riches to share and bury at a secret location? All are eagerly confident. All are members of the pirate brotherhood. All are united and led in their glorious pursuit by The Pirate King. Shiver me timbers, lads, a pirate's lot is never done. Do ye work or walk da plank. All for treasure and treasure for all! Arrrgh!

SKU: CL.012-4197-01

Written for an icon in the band world, Favor And Treasure honors Col. John Bourgeois, Director Emeritus of the United States Marine Band, past president of the American Bandmasters Association, president of the John Philip Sousa Foundation, American vice president of the International Military Music Society, mentor and friend. Favor And Treasure is based on John’s Theme, a bold, original theme conveying inspirational imagery of excellence, artistry and duty congruous with Col. Bourgeois’ distinguished career at the helm of the band to which President Thomas Jefferson gave the title The President’s Own. To honor Bourgeois’ affinity for Cajun folk music, the old Cajun waltz, J’ai Passe Devant Ta Porte is also used, most prominently in the quasi-zydeco section of the work. Musicians and audience members of all ages will be assuredly affected by the spirit and essence of this extraordinary composition.