The Cleopatra Galop by Charles D'Albert

Promotional music sheet for The Cleopatra Galop by Charles D'Albert. The Egyptian obelisk, dates from 1468 BC and was given to the British nation in 1819. The song reflects its belated arrival in 1877 and the fact that there was still discussion about where to put it, which became a popular choice for the music halls. The picture of the obelisk in front of the Houses of Parliament again reflects the confusion about where it should go

1877 Cleopatra D Albert Dalbert Dances Galop Jan19 Marketing Needle Obelisk

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