Kenneth J. Alford, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Kenneth J. Alford

British composer of marches for band

Date of Birth: 21-Feb-1881

Place of Birth: London

Date of Death: 15-May-1945

Profession: composer, conductor

Nationality: United Kingdom

Zodiac Sign: Pisces

Frederick Joseph Ricketts (21 February 1881 – 15 May 1945) was an English composer of marches for band.
Under the pen name Kenneth J.
Alford, he composed marches which are considered to be great examples of the art.
He was a Bandmaster in the British Army, and Royal Marines Director of Music.
Conductor Sir Vivian Dunn called Ricketts "The British March King".
Ricketts' frequent use of the saxophone contributed to its permanent inclusion in military bands.