Merrie England
) | Label: British Military Music Archive Catalog: BMMAGG1604 Format: COMPACT DISC BAND OF THE GRENADIER GUARDS MILLERThese restored and remastered recordings from The Band of The Grenadier Guards contains a treasure trove of tunes, from traditional English songs to the music of one of Britain’s finest composers, Sir Edward German. The title, Merrie England, is taken from the German operetta of the same name, selections from which are featured here. A variety of medleys explore traditional English culture, with the Savoy Hunting Medley utilizing the foxhunting horn calls, and Songs of the Sea, which pays tribute to the Royal Navy and samples the songs Admiral Benbow and Farewell You Spanish Ladies. Also notable is the Post Horn Galop, which is one of the most famous solos written for the instrument, and John Gay’s influential Baroque opera, The Beggar’s Opera.  Price: $20.99 |