Bandleader and composer nicknamed The March King. A brilliant man who sought to reach a mass audience through his music, he formed his own band in 1892 and carefully selected the music to include in his band's repertoire. Fountain pen signature, 'John Philip Sousa,' on an off-white 2.75 x 1.5 card, dated 1911. In fine condition, with a touch of light soiling and mounting remnants to reverse. RRAuction COA.