Sousa: Hands Across the Sea - for Woodwind Quartet

ISMN#979-0-3071-0046-6

ASCAP WORK ID# 925552677

This intermediate woodwind quartet digital download arrangement by Mark A. Craig / Craig Music Publishers of John Philip Sousa's iconic patriotic march, "Hands Across the Sea," is perfect for recitals, contests, competitions, background-dinner-music gigs, graduations, weddings, or American or patriotic events. It is a short, engaging piece that can break up a long program and give the ears a brief hiatus from some of the heavier pieces on the program.

This arrangement was written for advanced high school ensembles, college groups, and professional quartets. I have included an alternate bass clarinet part in lieu of a missing bassoon. Originally scored for full concert band, I hope you enjoy this unique setting for winds of an American march classic.

Updated 8 Mar 2026