S2E1: A Familiar Tune
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The Popularity of John Philip Sousa and His Band
This chapter explores the immense popularity of John Philip Sousa and his band in the early 20th century, comparing their concert attendance to the popularity of Hamilton live shows. It also highlights the continued influence of Sousa's recordings and discusses the origins of his breakout hit, the Washington Post March.
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