Spirit of Victory

‘Spirit Of Victory’ is the determination to triumph even against seemingly insurmountable odds. It is the perseverance which makes a three-touchdown underdog score a major upset; it is the bulldog tenacity of coming from behind to win; it is the persistence and grit of an undefeated team trying to keep its record unblemished. It is a spirit that belongs on the gridiron and lends itself well to the glorious, jubilant ceremony of marching band music. Listen to the All-American Band as they bring to life this ‘Spirit Of Victory’ in an album of high-stepping and stirring marches especially recorded for the football season. The rousing title tune, Spirit Of Victory is followed by the lively Land Of Plenty, which salutes the numerous resources that make this nation great. Hardin honors the Kentucky county in which Lincoln was born and where Ft .Knox is located, and The Freshman pays tribute to the campus underdog, whose patience and endurance results in a noble victory... that of becoming a sophomore. Back on the playing field, The Bellwether mirrors the strut and swagger and the miraculous feats of juggling performed by the indefatigable drum major. The side closes with the pennant-waving collegiate march, Purple Pride, which cheers on to victory the Northwestern Wildcats, TCU Horned Frogs, Washington Huskies, Holy Cross Crusaders, Kansas State Wildcats and other purple-clad elevens. Opening the second side is a pulsating march, from the prolific pen of Karl L. King, dedicated to the Columbia Lions... Columbian. Friendship And Fidelity is a lively tribute to two inseparables that are a vital part of any team spirit. The majestic entry, Pursuit Of Happiness reflects the free, courageous spirit of America, and Prestissimo, another Karl L. King selection, is filled with “go-team-go” enthusiasm. The ground-gaining Progress March offers exciting inspiration for any scoring attack, and then, the All-American Band takes to the air with Stratoliner, another thrilling interpretation in the passing parade that marks the ‘Spirit Of Victory.’