The Band Of HM Royal Marines (Portsmouth) - Music By The Band Of HM Royal Marines Portsmouth

Review by Julie Keyser-Squires

Album Review: Music By The Band Of HM Royal Marines Portsmouth If you’re into brass-heavy tunes with a side of military precision, then this 1954 gem from The Band Of HM Royal Marines (Portsmouth) is worth your attention. Released on His Master’s Voice label, it’s a mix of marches, classical vibes, and good old British pomp. Conducted by Lieutenant Colonel F. Vivian Dunn—a guy who clearly had more titles than most of us have socks—it’s an album that feels like stepping back in time to a world where everything was starched collars and shiny buttons. The album kicks off with some classic tracks, but two really stuck with me: “Three Jolly Sailormen” and “March No. 3 (Suite No. 1 In E Flat Major).” Let’s talk about “Three Jolly Sailormen” first. It’s the kind of tune that makes you feel like you’re stumbling into a pub full of sailors swapping tall tales. There’s something so jaunty and carefree about it that you can’t help but hum along—even if you don’t know all the words. I mean, come on, how could you not smile at a title like that? Then there’s “March No. 3.” This one hits different. It’s got that grand, sweeping energy that marches are known for, but it also has this sneaky little emotional tug buried in the melody. You can almost picture rows of soldiers marching in perfect sync while some poor bloke in the back is secretly wondering if he left the stove on at home. The way the brass swells and dips gives it this cinematic vibe—like it’s the soundtrack to a movie you haven’t seen yet. What makes this album stand out isn’t just the music itself, though; it’s the sense of pride and tradition dripping from every note. With soloists like Band Corporal Kenneth Weston adding extra flair to certain tracks, you get a real sense of the talent within the ranks. And let’s not forget the sleeve notes by none other than Lieutenant Colonel Dunn himself, which add a personal touch that feels almost like hearing the stories behind the songs straight from the horse’s mouth. By the end of the record, you might find yourself feeling oddly patriotic—even if you’re not British. Or maybe you’ll just be impressed by how timeless these tunes feel. Either way, it’s a fun ride. Honestly, listening to this album feels like finding an old black-and-white photo in your attic: it’s a little dusty, sure, but there’s something charming about its simplicity and authenticity. Oh, and here’s the kicker—did anyone else notice how “Waltzing Matilda” snuck in there? Classic Aussie banger played by a bunch of Brits in uniform. Love it or hate it, it’s proof that even the stiffest upper lips can have a sense of humor. Cheers to that!

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1954

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Under The White Ensign
The Captain General
Three Jolly Sailormen
Waltzing Matilda
The Sailor’s Holiday
Army Of The Nile
March No. 3 [From Suite No. 1 In E Flat Major]
Semper Fidelis
Washington Post
March No. 3 (Suite No. 1 In E Flat Major)
Cannatex
With Sword And Lance
The Huntsmen
The Globe And Laurel
A Life On The Ocean Wave

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Catalog Numbers

CLP.1016, CLP 1016
CLP 1016, CLP.1016

Labels

His Master's Voice

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Formats

Vinyl
LP
Album
Sleeve Variant
Mono

Credits

Role	Credit
Conductor	Lieutenant Colonel F. Vivian Dunn, M.V.O., F.R.A.M.
Sleeve Notes	Lieutenant Colonel F. Vivian Dunn, M.V.O., F.R.A.M.
Soloist	Band Corporal Kenneth Weston (tracks: A5), Musician Ronald Joliffe (tracks: A5), Band Sergeant Roy Morgan (tracks: A5, B3)

Notes

Different rear sleeve layout compared to Music By The Band Of H.M. Royal Marines (Portsmouth).

Barcodes

Matrix / Runout (Stamped runout, side A): 2XEA 426-5N H 1
Matrix / Runout (Stamped runout, side B): 2XEA 427-5N M 1
Matrix / Runout (Side 1 Label): 2XEA426
Matrix / Runout (Side 2 Label): 2XEA427
Matrix / Runout (Side 1 Runout): 2XEA 426-5N H 1
Matrix / Runout (Side 2 Runout): 2XEA 427-5N L 1

About The Band Of HM Royal Marines (Portsmouth)

Please be aware that there are multiple regiments that use similar names. Please check also: Band of HM Royal Marines, Portsmouth -> , Dartmouth Band of HM Royal Marines, Commando Training Centre -> Band of HM Royal Marines, HMS Collingwood (ex Britannia Royal Naval College) -> - also based in Portsmouth, but it's the training facility, not the Portsmouth band)

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Band And Bugles Of H. M. Royal Marines
Band Of H.M. Royal Marines
Band Of H.M.Royal Marines
Band Of HM Royal Marines
Band Of Her Majesty's Royal Marines
Band Of Royal Marines
Band Of The Royal Marines
Band Of The Royal Marines (Portsmouth Group)
Banda De La Real Marina De Su Majestad (Escuela De Música De La Marina Real)
British Marine Band
Fanfare Trumpets of Her Royal Majesty's Royal Marines
H.M. Royal Marines
H.M. Royal Marines Band
HM Royal Marines
HM Royal Marines Corps of Drums
Her Majesty's Royal Marines
Orchestra Of H.M. Royal Marines
Royal Marines
Royal Marines Band
The Band And Fanfare Trumpets Of H. M. Royal Marines (Royal Marines School Of Music)
The Band Of H. M. Royal Marines
The Band Of H. M. Royal Marines, Fanfare Trumpeters, Massed Bands Of The British Forces
The Band Of H.M. Royal Marines
The Band Of H.M. Royal Marines (Portsmouth)
The Band Of H.M. Royal Marines (Royal Marines School Of Music)
The Band Of HM Royal Marines (Naval Home Command)
The Band Of Her Majestie's Royal Marines
The Band Of Her Majesty's Royal Marines
The Band Of Her Majesty's Royal Marines (Portsmouth)
The Band Of Her Majesty's Royal Marines Fanfare Team
The Band Of Her Majesty's Royal Marines Naval Home Command, Portsmouth
The Band Of The Royal Marines
The Band Of The Royal Marines (Portsmouth Group)
The Band of H.M. Royal Marines
The Bands Of H.M. Royal Marines
The Bands Of The Royal Marines
The Corps Of Drums Of H.M. Royal Marines
The Massed Bands Of Her Majesty's Royal Marines
The Orchestra Of H. M. Royal Marines (Portsmouth Division)
The Orchestra Of H.M. Royal Marines
The Royal Marines
The Royal Marines (Portsmouth)
The Royal Marines Band
The Royal Marines Brass Bands
The Royal Marines Corp Of Drums & Fanfare Trumpets
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Members

Gervase de Peyer
Peter Mountain
P.J. Neville
Kenneth Alexander McLean
Michael A. Butcher
Kenneth Essex

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The album *Music By The Band Of HM Royal Marines Portsmouth* isn’t just any brass and military record. It was released in 1954 by His Master’s Voice, a legendary UK label. What makes it special? The conductor, Lieutenant Colonel F. Vivian Dunn, didn’t just lead the band—he also wrote the sleeve notes himself. And get this: one of the tracks features Band Corporal Kenneth Weston as a soloist, backed by only two other musicians, creating an intimate moment on an otherwise grand, march-heavy album. Plus, it includes classics like "Waltzing Matilda" and "The Washington Post." So, it’s not just music—it’s history bottled up in vinyl.