Had the greatest of pleasures standing next to Britannia at Kuwait harbour when the Queen and Prince Philip were leaving. B eating of the treat was some thing else. Never been so proud to be British and cried my eyes out with sheer delight. Well done chaps as always
This is truly amazing! The music is superb and just plain beautiful! The Royal Marines Band fascinates me and they always perform so perfectly! I'm not even British and they make me proud!! 🥰 Thanks from Tennessee, United States!! 🥰💗
As an ex Royal Marine Musician I loved watching this video. Thankyou...It brought back so many memories. Besides being a concert pianist, organist and choirmaster, in marching bands I was sometimes cymbals, sometimes piccolo, but mainly bass drum. I remember marching a lot of miles for the Lord Mayors Show in London wearing the old brown heavy overcoat, topped with a leopard skin, and a strap around my neck to supprt the bass drum. Unfortunately the rain descended during the whole march. I was soaked and the pretty stuff I was wearing became heavier and heavier. Fortunately I was ultra fit then, so survived!!! I didn't recognise any individuals, but that is understandable as I left the service in 1974, so most of them would not have joined by then. Thankyou Steve for this lovely film.
Yes my fellow military band member. It brings back great band memories. I was a member of Queens York Rangers military band Canada's Oldest Regiment. We were not the calibre of the Royal Marines but we did many parades and military tattoos. It was an honour to represent the country and the fine men who fought and died in wars to give us the country and freedoms we have today. Thank you for your service!
My Dad took me to see The Royal Marines Scool of Music - Beating Retreat at Horse Guard's Parade in the summer of 1964. I still have the programme. It was a brillant evening of music and I can remember so clearly when they played "Sunset" at the end. My Dad served with No 40 Royal Marine Commando during WW2.
It grieves me to see our mother country in such decline. Although I'm American and love my nation dearly and served in its navy for nine years, I have a deep admiration for Great Britain as it was the conduit for bringing Western Civilization (yeah, and that's a good thing) to the entire world. When I saw HMRM in concert with the Black Watch in Minneapolis, MN in celebration of our bicentennial back in 1976 I was totally blown away by the precision, sound, discipline and esprit de corps I saw. I have never seen a military ensemble like it since. It made such a strong impact on my life and I have always wished I could have joined their ranks and shared in their mission.
Still the best military band in the world! and yes Bloody good in battle too. Look at some of these guys medals. to the few who disliked this, you must be blind and deaf! or just plain ignorant!
This performance of Beating Retreat has several points of particular historical interest. As an example, the call sounded on Bb bugles from Time 23:32 can double as a field-drum exercise for re-enactors of pre-Victorian battles; drums were used as primary signaling for the advance, retreat, formation turn, prime and load, make ready and present fire, &c., before breechloading small arms became standard issue.
Interesting that old Boer war song Sarie Marais is still played by military bands in the UK...when I was a tour guide in South Africa...the older Flemish tourists also knew that one...with the lyrics.
The quality of sound is so great it's as if you are listening to a orchestra at times then a very precision band at others. Love it ! By the way Steve Spurgin. I'm positively no expect on film quality but usually do have a good eye for detail. I positively see no lack of film quality with this video. Not any thing more you could do using a single camera. My compliments to your excellent quality !
Remember, most of these young musicians are still under training and not yet qualified. You will also see some of their adult NCO Instructors in this band. That's why it is known as the Royal Marines "School of Music" Band ..... SuperNutkin
Mind you those young musicians are already the cream of the crop when accepted in what is basically an academy of music. In Holland if one is accepted in one of the few professional military bands the MOD pays for there further education at a civilian academy of music.
I think I counted about 42 musicians. I remember in the 1950s when the School of Music band conducted by Lt Col F Vivian Dunn was based in Deal in Kent and had 60 plus musicians. But at least the quality seems to be the same. Ah nostalgia.. Gerry Watts, Victoria Australia
It is unlikely that you will hear music performed so expertly, yet so stirringly, as when the Royal Marines Band begin to play at 18:09, highly unlikely. The number that the Royal Marines begin to play at that time was performed to perfection. Watch when the Snare Drums slow march to the front of the Royal Marines Band near the end of that number; the shuttle step is guaranteed to amaze you, as it did me (and I am not easily amazed.) To truly appreciate the expert drill of that number, you will have to watch the video at that time again and again.
The shuttle step as you call it , is a slow march .. I can recommend watching the Trooping the Colour and see it done on a massive scale … it will be one’s march past in slow time …
Excellent music & video.Armed forces are an essential part of any nation & brass bands are part of the same.Doubt still lingers regarding the origin of these bands-some say. it all started from Nepolean's time.This band music, act as an elixir to the soldier's spirit during combat.But the stark reality at the battle front tells us a different story which is difficult to digest & comprehend!
I'm sure they started well before Napoleon's time. They also do more than just lift the troop's morale, drummers and buglers were used for signalling orders.
The correct title of this ceremony is Beating Retreat - not Beating THE Retreat. Sorry if this seems pedantic, but accuracy is essential in the military world :-)
It is very similar to the German Grosse Zapfenstreich, now only performed at special occasions. The Germans however throw in ta Guard Company and torch bearers as wel. The whole procedure is strictly defined, apart from some pieces of music chosen by who ever the Zapfenstreich is performed for. A part of the ceremony I most like is the evening prayer Ich bete an die Macht der Liebe. The word Zapfenstreich actually means close the bars etc.
only the British could put on so fine a show :) This a bit off to this. In USA our senate is controlled by one person - not very democratic in my view. I would like to have the House of Commons speaker system. Much better than ours.
Web power now raise up such moments Immortal, unforgettable, eternal, so why not trying to REPLAY event? That's what fans are for, go for It dudes, l am the biggest supporter of yours, Ok? Be free to invite all new cyber virtual friends, for having paaaarty nobody should feel upset about it
I am sailing always brings tears to my eyes. My late brother was in the navy and that song always reminds me of him.
The finest military band in the world, and they can fight. Rule Britannia.
That is beautiful the Royal Marines never let you down.. They are just as good as a band as they are soldiers and so proud to be British..
Had the greatest of pleasures standing next to Britannia at Kuwait harbour when the Queen and Prince Philip were leaving. B eating of the treat was some thing else. Never been so proud to be British and cried my eyes out with sheer delight. Well done chaps as always
This is truly amazing!
The music is superb and just plain beautiful!
The Royal Marines Band fascinates me and they always perform so perfectly!
I'm not even British and they make me proud!! 🥰
Thanks from Tennessee, United States!! 🥰💗
Magnifico meu Deus
Cannot beat them for talent and smartness. Best military band in the world..
Probably the best Military Band in The World.
Great Musicians. Proud to be British.
Not probably, it is.
very great guard
The Royal Marine School Of Music. Is fhe finest Military Band in the World. Hugh Semple. Northern Ireland.
Fully agree!
Gerry Watts, Victoria, Australia
One of the finest bands in the world. Her Majesty's Royal Marines
The finest military band in the world Ian White!
A marching orchestra
The best military bands in the British forces
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Greatest for ever The Royal Marines !!! Congratulations and many thanks...... Rolando A. Mercado
As an ex Royal Marine Musician I loved watching this video. Thankyou...It brought back so many memories.
Besides being a concert pianist, organist and choirmaster, in marching bands I was sometimes cymbals, sometimes piccolo, but mainly bass drum.
I remember marching a lot of miles for the Lord Mayors Show in London wearing the old brown heavy overcoat, topped with a leopard skin, and a strap around my neck to supprt the bass drum.
Unfortunately the rain descended during the whole march. I was soaked and the pretty stuff I was wearing became heavier and heavier.
Fortunately I was ultra fit then, so survived!!!
I didn't recognise any individuals, but that is understandable as I left the service in 1974, so most of them would not have joined by then.
Thankyou Steve for this lovely film.
Underrated comment - mate well done!
Yes my fellow military band member. It brings back great band memories. I was a member of Queens York Rangers military band Canada's Oldest Regiment. We were not the calibre of the Royal Marines but we did many parades and military tattoos. It was an honour to represent the country and the fine men who fought and died in wars to give us the country and freedoms we have today. Thank you for your service!
Certainly, one of the finest military bands in the world! An absolute joy to hear.
As french I agree with you I love them....GOD SAVES THE QUEEN....
My Dad took me to see The Royal Marines Scool of Music - Beating Retreat at Horse Guard's Parade in the summer of 1964. I still have the programme. It was a brillant evening of music and I can remember so clearly when they played "Sunset" at the end. My Dad served with No 40 Royal Marine Commando during WW2.
God Save the British Isles and their People.
It grieves me to see our mother country in such decline. Although I'm American and love my nation dearly and served in its navy for nine years, I have a deep admiration for Great Britain as it was the conduit for bringing Western Civilization (yeah, and that's a good thing) to the entire world.
When I saw HMRM in concert with the Black Watch in Minneapolis, MN in celebration of our bicentennial back in 1976 I was totally blown away by the precision, sound, discipline and esprit de corps I saw. I have never seen a military ensemble like it since. It made such a strong impact on my life and I have always wished I could have joined their ranks and shared in their mission.
Excellent is all that can be said of these servicemen not only trained warriors but practiced musicians
Still the best military band in the world! and yes Bloody good in battle too.
Look at some of these guys medals.
to the few who disliked this, you must be blind and deaf! or just plain ignorant!
This performance of Beating Retreat has several points of particular historical interest. As an example, the call sounded on Bb bugles from Time 23:32 can double as a field-drum exercise for re-enactors of pre-Victorian battles; drums were used as primary signaling for the advance, retreat, formation turn, prime and load, make ready and present fire, &c., before breechloading small arms became standard issue.
yes it was a way of communicating on the battlefield, apparently as far back as the 16th century to call patrols back to the castle etc.
Thank you, HM Royal Marines School of Marines Band.
what a great band!!!!!!what a performance!!!!!!
Interesting that old Boer war song Sarie Marais is still played by military bands in the UK...when I was a tour guide in South Africa...the older Flemish tourists also knew that one...with the lyrics.
Simply the best.❤️
It’s wonderful the wonderful Audience APPRECIATION of these Top Class Band, to the Applause & Cheers ..
Best b
And.
Just what you expect from the Royal Marines
Keith Southern I totally agree with you keith I love them a lot so, yeah I agree 100%
Audrey Poulter
one of the worlds best fighting units...
(and bloody good musicians too!)
+Audrey Poulter good comment audrey.
i serve with them, my mate was joining the band that year too
Magistral execution
Sorry I left London. I am missing the Massed Bandsof the Royal Marines! Hello from Spain and Paris.
I am always amazed by how young they are.
My favourite memories of the days that have now passed, but we've got them on the video PARADE
Vous êtes vraiment les meilleurs !!!
Bien sur!
Best military band in the world
I love this band.. im in a military band also its a youth band.. and we want to be just like you guys. Great performance
There is no doubt that this is the best military bad. Proudness of the Briti
sch People.
Fantastic! Well done! You are such a credit to your family, regiment and country!
Perfect, as it should be.
The best in everything they do.
What a great performance and a fabulous choice of music
So intertaining, unique performance. I really enjoyed their music!
A wonderful version of Rod Stewart´s "I'm sailing"
Approved! Good show ,excellent sound recording ,thank you
Elczra o d
Desde CHILE " RIOYAL MAR INES EXTRAORDINARIOS, WANDERFULL..TANTA PERFECCION MIENTRAS SE DESPLAZAN*** DESEO CONOCERLOS***
Lovely, lovely, lovely
Orgulho do País! Harmonia perfeita. Evolução impecável. Som maravilhoso. Parabéns ao maestro e cada componente. Extrato da Nação.
The quality of sound is so great it's as if you are listening to a orchestra at times then a very precision band at others. Love it ! By the way Steve Spurgin. I'm positively no expect on film quality but usually do have a good eye for detail. I positively see no lack of film quality with this video. Not any thing more you could do using a single camera. My compliments to your excellent quality !
Wonderful. Well done Richard. Proud mam.X
Madam, if your son is a Royal Marine, you are justly proud. They are universally admired.
Love Shrewsbury Fair March - thanks for posting this.
thank, that is the one. its great
Rule Britannia,i love UK
Wonderful acts of marching and magnificent execution and playing of music.
Remember, most of these young musicians are still under training and not yet qualified.
You will also see some of their adult NCO Instructors in this band.
That's why it is known as the Royal Marines "School of Music" Band ..... SuperNutkin
SuperNutkin does not change the fact that they do great work !!
Mind you those young musicians are already the cream of the crop when accepted in what is basically an academy of music. In Holland if one is accepted in one of the few professional military bands the MOD pays for there further education at a civilian academy of music.
So happy to hear Sarie Marais 🇿🇦 Excellent timing & marching.
I'm retired US Navy officer and agree with pip110
Oh so good they are!
I think I counted about 42 musicians. I remember in the 1950s when the School of Music band conducted by Lt Col F Vivian Dunn was based in Deal in Kent and had 60 plus musicians.
But at least the quality seems to be the same. Ah nostalgia..
Gerry Watts, Victoria Australia
It is unlikely that you will hear music performed so expertly, yet so stirringly, as when the Royal Marines Band begin to play at 18:09, highly unlikely. The number that the Royal Marines begin to play at that time was performed to perfection. Watch when the Snare Drums slow march to the front of the Royal Marines Band near the end of that number; the shuttle step is guaranteed to amaze you, as it did me (and I am not easily amazed.) To truly appreciate the expert drill of that number, you will have to watch the video at that time again and again.
The shuttle step as you call it , is a slow march .. I can recommend watching the Trooping the Colour and see it done on a massive scale … it will be one’s march past in slow time …
Britain at its best! Fabulous!
This isn’t Beating Retreat. This is Sunset Ceremony
Class Band of Musicians, The Royal Marines.
Excellent！
I have really fascinated by their performance-style.
Greetings from Japan.
I can't stop listening to this. Honestly it's amazing. But one thing I would love to see is a song list if anyone has one.
I LOVE MARCHING BANDS
No wonder they are the best (sorry US marines) even their "school kids" are unbelievable.
Just love them Boot necks.
Royal Bootnecks please!
Excellent music & video.Armed forces are an essential part of any nation & brass bands are part of the same.Doubt still lingers regarding the origin of these bands-some say. it all started from Nepolean's time.This band music, act as an elixir to the soldier's spirit during combat.But the stark reality at the battle front tells us a different story which is difficult to digest & comprehend!
I'm sure they started well before Napoleon's time. They also do more than just lift the troop's morale, drummers and buglers were used for signalling orders.
Can I hear Sarie Marais being played? Yes I can. Wonderful
Any idea why they play Sarie Marais as their official marching song - it being such a typically South African song (I'm from SA). Thanks for any info.
great video
Thanks Steve one of the best RM videos I've ever seen.
We never retreat, fall back a bit, Royal forever!!!!
고맙습니다.
they are amazing
The Gael has to be one of my favourites!
Burning candle for Mom Queen
The correct title of this ceremony is Beating Retreat - not Beating THE Retreat. Sorry if this seems pedantic, but accuracy is essential in the military world :-)
You are being pedantic lol
It is very similar to the German Grosse Zapfenstreich, now only performed at special occasions. The Germans however throw in ta Guard Company and torch bearers as wel. The whole procedure is strictly defined, apart from some pieces of music chosen by who ever the Zapfenstreich is performed for. A part of the ceremony I most like is the evening prayer Ich bete an die Macht der Liebe. The word Zapfenstreich actually means close the bars etc.
You are absolutely right!
I LOVE MARCHINH BANDS
Very entertaining; so talented.
Those protesters can March Madness
Hut Hut Hut Jabba
Great to hear Sarie Marais.
Enjoyed opening number " Sarie Marias"
La primera marcha es autor Baden Powell "Oh sare mare"
The chalkheads are really very, very good!
Magic music. Such precision. I hope the cymbalist had ear plugs though!
Hoofing !
only the British could put on so fine a show :) This a bit off to this. In USA our senate is controlled by one person - not very democratic in my view. I would like to have the House of Commons speaker system. Much better than ours.
UUFFF ! digno de un circo ... no les da para más ..
I am amazed that a single euphonium can sound like a half dozen!
This has got to be the best band in all the land.?
Requiem to the fallen
Thanks
I like the Buglers first Bugle call: Fall in A, Fall in B, fall in all the companies!
when whole band marches in the song is the March past Sarie Marais
heart of oak
First piece is called "My Sarie Marais" in South Africa
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incredibil !ating perfectiunea !!!
We become God family
We all have the better life
Who I adopted become Angels
Great
Britannia rules parades!
If they teach this 🎸 instrument I'd join 😏 because only a lead guitarist takes the front seat like Elvis back in the army.
Rule Brittania!
Five Stars!
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Incredibly, these are the learners...
The WORLDS finest !
As to the venue, someone once said "Cant sleep here Jack, Town Hall steps"
Portsmouth Guildhall Square!