March. Composed by King. Arranged by Glover. Concert Band. Karl L. King Centennial. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR391). March. Oversized, spiral-bound score. Composed 2017. Duration 2 minutes, 30 seconds. Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications #012-4600-75. Published by Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications (CL.012-4600-75).
A ponderous and dramatic march from the King of all march composers! Composed for King's friend Merle Evans, bandmaster for the Ringling Bros. Barnum & Bailey Circus, Invictus (which means unconquerable) lives up to its title! After a ponderous minor-key first section featuring low brass and woodwinds, the second features an exciting circusy sound. The trio is followed by a return to the minor key, and ends with a rock-solid final section. An excellent choice for more advanced high school, college, and adult bands, Invictus will impress audiences and engage performers from top to bottom!
