
The first soldier in the Trotta family saves the Emperor Franz Joseph during battle and is elevated to nobility, but by the time we get to his grandson and the brink of World War I, the family is much diminished. However, players are encouraged to keep the festive nature of the march in mind, and the use of the suggested ornamentation will lend verve and flair to the music. The Radetzky March is about three generations of a family set during the twilight of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. This arrangement for saxophone quartet contains a minimum of dynamic, expression, and articulation markings, allowing the players to develop their own interpretation. The Radetzky March contains characteristics of European dances popular in 19th century Europe, such as the waltz, polka, and quadrille. is known as one of the first composers to take dance music on tour. And the Radetzky March It is, if you will, the theme music for the book, popping up at various times throughout the book, as various bands play it. The march is one of the most flexible of musical forms, suitable for solo playing and for both large and small ensembles. The march has become so popular it is now considered the unofficial national anthem of Austria. The work is dedicated to the Austrian Army, and the title refers to Field Marshall Radetzky, an Austrian military hero. Marches are perhaps the most nationalistic of music styles, as they are often associated with military and national pride.
