Prince of Denmark's March

The Prince of Denmark's March, commonly, though erroneously known as the Trumpet Voluntary, is a work for keyboard (later adapted to trumpet) by Jeremiah Clarke, composed around 1700.

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Trumpet Voluntary - Keyboard - Trumpet - Jeremiah Clarke - 1700

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For many years, the piece was incorrectly attributed to the better-known composer, Henry Purcell. It was originally written in honour of George, Prince of Denmark, the consort of Queen Anne of Great Britain. The march is very popular as wedding music and was often broadcast by the BBC during World War II, especially when broadcasting to occupied Denmark.

Related Topics:
Henry Purcell - George, Prince of Denmark - Anne of Great Britain - Wedding - BBC - World War II - Denmark

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