What made this recording special was the chance for me to return to my family roots with the music
of The Salvation Army bands. With a long family history of brass players in the SA bands, this
recording gave me the opportunity to continue and keep the tradition alive.
From my early years I can remember the sounds of The Salvation Army bands being played on the family
record player, but more important was the music I heard from the cornet of my grandfather. It was
his sound I listened to while he would be practicing, and whether it was his personality or horn, it
was the sweetest thing I had ever heard.
Of special interest is the playing of my uncle, Bob Anthony, in the cornet section on this recording.
Track Listing and Sample Clips
From left, great aunt Mabel Anthony, great aunt Lottie Anthony, great uncle Milton Anthony, grandpa Roy Anthony Sr.
Salvation Army Corp., Portland Oregon circa 1920.
