The bugle has long been part of military life, historically used to signal commands and guide troops before taking on its modern ceremonial role. Even for those who never served in the armed forces, the powerful, piercing sound can call to mind a mounted cavalry officer blowing into their instrument from a hilltop, or a uniformed soldier playing a somber melody to saluting troops gathered around a flagpole.  Whatever emotion it triggers, the bugle is often associated with the U.S. military — which makes sense, given that the most well-known bugle songs, such as “Taps,” ...Read More