Sheet Music, "Blaze Away"

 
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Sheet Music, "Blaze Away"
Sheet Music, "Blaze Away"
Sheet Music, "Blaze Away"
Sheet Music, "Blaze Away"

Sheet Music, "Blaze Away"

Object number2017.043.06
Date1901
Associated LocationNew York, New York
MediumPaper, Ink
Dimensions13 15/16 × 11 1/8 in. (35.4 × 28.3 cm)
Credit LineOld State House Museum Collection
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    DescriptionSheet music is for the march and two step "Blaze Away." Composed by German-American Abe Holzmann he was inspired by the words of an officer during a naval battle of the Spanish-American War. When the officer ordered his men to open fire against the Spanish fleet in the Bay of Manila he yelled "Well boys let's blaze away!" The music soon became popular. Published by Leo. Feist of New York.
    Cover in teal and black ink of a soldier riding a horse.

    Back cover is a sample piece for "Jumping Jack Jubilee"
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