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Kenneth J. Alford
Frederick Joseph Ricketts | |
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Major F.J. Ricketts, psm, R.M. | |
| Born | 21 February 1881 Ratcliff, London, England |
| Died | 15 May 1945(1945-05-15) (aged 64) Reigate, Surrey, England |
| Nationality | British |
| Other names | Kenneth J.
Alford |
| Occupation(s) | British Army WO1 Bandmaster; Royal Marines Major Director of Music; composer, arranger |
| Known for | British March King |
Frederick Joseph Ricketts (21 February 1881 – 15 May 1945) was a Britishcomposer of marches for band.
Kenneth alford biography
He wrote music under the pen name Kenneth J. Alford. He was a Bandmaster in the British Army, and Royal Marines Director of Music. Conductor Sir Vivian Dunn called him "The British March King."[1] Ricketts frequently used the saxophone in his music.
This led to the instrument being used in all military bands.
Early life
[change | change source]Ricketts was born on 21 February 1881.[2] He was the 4th child of Robert and Louisa (Born Alf