Karl Lawrence King composer / arranger
date of birth: 21.02.1891
date of death: 31.03.1971
Karl Lawrence King was born February 21, 1891 in Paintersville, Ohio. His family moved to Xenia a short time later, and around the turn of the century, the King family moved to Canton, where young Karl would begin to develop an interest in bands and music. After receiving some instruction on the cornet, King switched to baritone. His first band experience was with the Thayer Military Band of Canton, while in his teens. In 1909 King spent some time as a member of bands in Columbus and also Danville, Illinois. While a member of these bands, King began to compose marches and other works. Beginning in 1910, King began a decade-long career as a circus musician, spending one season each as a baritone player in the bands of Robinsons Famous Circus, Yankee Robinson Circus, Sells Floto Circus, and the Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show On Earth. He continued to write music while a member of these bands, and in 1913 wrote what would become his masterpiece, Barnum and Baileys Favorite.
In 1914 King accepted the position as bandleader on the Sells Floto/Buffalo Bill Combined Shows, a position he would hold for three seasons. In 1917 and 1918 he returned to the Barnum and Bailey Circus band, this time as its leader and conductor. Recently married and intent upon settling down, King ended his circus trouping days and returned to Canton in 1919, where he led the Grand Army Band. In 1920 King relocated to Fort Dodge, Iowa, where he assumed leadership of the municipal band and operated his own publishing company, the K. L. King Music House. During his tenure, the Fort Dodge band gained national recognition, and King became a beloved member of the community as well as a band musician of national and international repute. Among many honors bestowed upon King was membership in the prestigious American Bandmasters Association. He served as ABA President in 1938 and was later named an Honorary Life President. He lived in Fort Dodge for the remainder of his life, passing away on March 31, 1971. His Fort Dodge band was subsequently renamed the Karl L. King Municipal Band in his honor. On October 22, 2006, a life-sized bronze statue of Mr. King was unveiled on the city square in Fort Dodge, as a testament and monument to the city's most famous musician and citizen.
As a composer, King was one of the most prolific and popular in the history of band music. He composed at least 291 works, including 185 marches, 22 overtures, 12 galops, 29 waltzes, and works in many other styles. Not only did he compose some of the most brilliant and famous marches for experienced bands at the professional and university levels; he also displayed a remarkable ability to compose first-rate music for younger, less experienced musicians and bands. His music continues to be performed worldwide by bands of all experience levels.
In 1914 King accepted the position as bandleader on the Sells Floto/Buffalo Bill Combined Shows, a position he would hold for three seasons. In 1917 and 1918 he returned to the Barnum and Bailey Circus band, this time as its leader and conductor. Recently married and intent upon settling down, King ended his circus trouping days and returned to Canton in 1919, where he led the Grand Army Band. In 1920 King relocated to Fort Dodge, Iowa, where he assumed leadership of the municipal band and operated his own publishing company, the K. L. King Music House. During his tenure, the Fort Dodge band gained national recognition, and King became a beloved member of the community as well as a band musician of national and international repute. Among many honors bestowed upon King was membership in the prestigious American Bandmasters Association. He served as ABA President in 1938 and was later named an Honorary Life President. He lived in Fort Dodge for the remainder of his life, passing away on March 31, 1971. His Fort Dodge band was subsequently renamed the Karl L. King Municipal Band in his honor. On October 22, 2006, a life-sized bronze statue of Mr. King was unveiled on the city square in Fort Dodge, as a testament and monument to the city's most famous musician and citizen.
As a composer, King was one of the most prolific and popular in the history of band music. He composed at least 291 works, including 185 marches, 22 overtures, 12 galops, 29 waltzes, and works in many other styles. Not only did he compose some of the most brilliant and famous marches for experienced bands at the professional and university levels; he also displayed a remarkable ability to compose first-rate music for younger, less experienced musicians and bands. His music continues to be performed worldwide by bands of all experience levels.
Torch of Liberty Karl Lawrence King
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Celestial choir Karl Lawrence King / Arr. Reverie
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Diamond jubilee Karl Lawrence King
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Enchanted night waltzes Karl Lawrence King
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In old Portugal waltz Karl Lawrence King
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Melody a la King Karl Lawrence King / Arr. Kenneth Joseph Alford
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Mournful Maggie (trombone novelty) Karl Lawrence King
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Over the stars waltz Karl Lawrence King
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Peace Jubilee Karl Lawrence King
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Ragged Rozy Karl Lawrence King / Arr. John Boyd
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Spanish Romance (Intermezzo) Karl Lawrence King
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Sunny spain fantasia Karl Lawrence King
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Bonds of Unity Karl Lawrence King / Arr. James Swearingen
You just can't you beat this James Swearingen arrangement of one of Karl King's most popular marches! An excellent selection for concert, festival, or contest use by bands of all levels.
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Duration: 3:04 min
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Kentucky Sunrise Karl Lawrence King / Arr. Robert E. Foster
Titel / Title: Kentucky Sunrise - Two Step
Herausgeber / Publisher: Barnhouse
Instrumentation: Concert Band
Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen
Erscheinungsdatum / Date of Production: 1995
Heritage of the March
A great new edition of Karl L. King's classic circus piece with a happy ragtime beat. Originally written to accompany a trick horse act with the Barnum & Bailey's ...
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Duration: 2:17 min
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Composer: Karl Lawrence King
Arranger: Robert E. Foster
Arranger: Robert E. Foster
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Rough Riders Karl Lawrence King / Arr. James Swearingen
One of Karl L. King's finest easier marches in an effective new edition by master arranger James Swearingen. A terrific selection for concert, festival or contest use. This superlative march from the Barnhouse Heritage of the March Series is sure to be the hit of your next performance! VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
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Duration: 2:03 min
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Robinson's Grand Entrée Karl Lawrence King / Arr. Loras John Schissel
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Duration: 2:13 min
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Our Heritage Karl Lawrence King / Arr. James Swearingen
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Duration: 2:06 min
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140th Infantry March Karl Lawrence King
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Alcazar March Karl Lawrence King
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Algeria March Karl Lawrence King
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American Way March Karl Lawrence King
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Argonne Karl Lawrence King
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Atta-Boy March Karl Lawrence King
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Attorney General March Karl Lawrence King
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