Printed on the top of the piano score is the following. 'A Colored regiment is on parade, the composer endeavours to represent the approach, the review passing the stand and final departure until lost in the distance.' This he has achieved in this well written composition. It was tricky to arrange for banjo but I'm pleased with the result. I've rewritten the ending i.e. bars 127 to 150 to make it more suitable for banjo. It is challenging to play but well worth a try...Steve.