Battle Hymn of the RepublicThe Northwood High School Philharmonic Orchestra and Chamber Singers perform the "The Battle Hymn of the Republic" at the school's 2006 Pops Concert. Brad Van Patten conducting. June 9, 2006. Irvine, Calif. // Peter J. Wilhousky (1902-1978), the distinguished American composer, arranger, educator and choral director, created this arrangement of "The Battle Hymn." (03/27/07)