Marching Band Collection (page 2)

Hundreds lined streets to watch the annual Skelmanthorpe carnival procession through the village centre. Decorated floats were led by Skelmanthorpe band an among the marchers were Thornhill

Witness procession, makes its way to Greys Monument in Newcastle, Tyne and Wear. Circa 1980

Father Christmas arrived in Middlesbrough ready to take up his post in the Grotto at Binns store in the town centre. He marched along Linthorpe Road, Middlesbrough

1933 Coventry Carnival procession 24th June 1933

The Cymreigyddion Festival - the procession through Abergavenny, 1845. Creator: Smyth
The Cymreigyddion Festival - the procession through Abergavenny, 1845. Cultural event in Wales....the President, Sir B. Hall, Bart

Great Military Drill, 1866 (Keio 2, 2nd month). Creator: Sadahide Utagawa
Great Military Drill, 1866 (Keio 2, 2nd month)

Parade of the Emperors Troops, 1867. Creator: Yoshifuji
Parade of the Emperors Troops, 1867

Meeting of the Improved Order of Old Friends in Finsbury-Square, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Meeting of the Improved Order of Old Friends in Finsbury-Square, 1844. Ceremony in London:the several lodges passed in procession

Informal shot of a female marching band, Horden, County Durham, 1963. Members of the band in discussion before setting off on a parade

Dickens Festival, Rochester, Kent. Every year, Rochester stages its Dickens festival, celebrating the citys connection with the author Charles Dickens

Children marching with home made bugles, Middlesborough, Teesside, 1964. The photograph was taken for the National Coal Board for use in their Coal Quarterly magazine

The Licensed Victuallers Annual Dinner, Mermaid Tavern, Hackney, 1866. Artist: George Hunt
The Licensed Victuallers Annual Dinner, Mermaid Tavern, Hackney, 1866; showing a marching band, people eating and drinking and a fairground ride

The Guards leaving the Tower of London, c1914. The Guards leaving the Tower of London during World War I. From The Manchester Guardian: History of the War, Vol. II.-1914-15. 1915

Capture of Vicksburg, Mississippi, by the Union army, American Civil War, 4 July 1863. The Union army, under General Grant, taking formal possession of the city

Procession for Queen Victorias Diamond Jubilee, 1897. Artist: Stereoscopic Views
Procession for Queen Victorias Diamond Jubilee, 1897. Stereoscopic card detail

Guards in The Mall, London, early 20th century

Queen Victoria (1819-1901) taking leave of the Fusilier Guards, London, 1857. Artist: T Sherratt
Queen Victoria (1819-1901), taking leave of the Fusilier Guards prior to their departure to the east, London, 1857. From Englands Battles by Sea and Land, volume II: Russia and Turkey

A military parade through Paris, France, c18th century

Bandsmen of the Northern Rhodesia Regiment beat a military tattoo, Zimbabwe, Africa, 1936. Artist: LNA Images
Barefooted bandsmen of the Northern Rhodesia Regiment beat a military tattoo, Zimbabwe, Africa, 1936. From Peoples of the World in Pictures, edited by Harold Wheeler

The most popular parade, c1915 (1928). The band of a regiment in training at a coastal resort. From The Wonder Book of Soldiers for Boys and Girls, edited by Harry Golding. [Ward. Lock & Co

William Henry Harrison campaign rally, 1840
Tippecanoe procession during William Henry Harrisons presidential campaign, 1840. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Arab crowd watching marching band Arab 1920 Middle East
Arab crowd watching a marching band (most Arab). 1920, Middle East

Carnival of Basel (Basler Fasnacht), Basel, Canton of Basel City, Switzerland, Europe

UK, England, London, The Mall, Buckingham Palace, Changing of the Guard

Big drummer at the New Orleans Carnival, 19th Century
Vintage engraving of the big drummer at the New Orleans Carnival, 19th Century

GEORGIA: BAND, c1900. African American members in a band, posed in front of a building in Georgia. Photograph, c1900

WWI: BAND, 1919. Lieutenant James Reese Europe with the regimental band of the 369th Infantry Regiment, at a homecoming parade in New York City. Photograph, February 1919

WWI: BAND, 1918. Lieutenant Maxom and troops of the 814th Pioneer Infantry band, after disembarking in New York City. Photograph, 1918

INDIAN BAND, 1929. Vice President Charles Curtis with the the United States Indian Band on the steps of the Capitol in Washington, D.C. Photograph, 1929

CONNECTICUT: DRUM CORPS. Majorettes from the youth drum corps in Southington, Connecticut. Photograph by Fenno Jacobs, 1942

LABOR DAY PARADE, 1940. Band and clowns at a Labor Day celebration in Silverton, Colorado. Photograph by Russell Lee, September 1940

JOHN PHILIP SOUSA (1854-1932). American bandmaster and composer. Conducting at American League Park in Washington, D.C. Photograph, 8 June 1923

KNIGHTS TEMPLAR: FIELD DAY. Majorette Ethel Brown leads the Knights Templar marching band during their annual field day in Washington, D.C. 21 October 1925

COWBOY BAND, 1929. Lou Hoover greeting a cowboy marching band from Simmons University in Abilene, Texas at the White House, Washington, D.C. Photographed on 5 March 1929

Performance: Inspirational Quote and Motivational Poster
Performance - Inspirational Quote and Motivational Poster. It reads: Every performance is different. Thats the beauty of it. ~ Van Morrison

Quatorze Juillet, 1881 (colour litho)
XIR211724 Quatorze Juillet, 1881 (colour litho) by Bligny, Albert (1849-1908); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; Filipino, out of copyright

CZECH RECEPTION, 1919. An American military band (foreground) and Czechoslovakian troops standing in formation at a reception for Czechoslovakian officials in Washington, D.C. 1919

MARYLAND: CAMP McKIBBIN. Kit Carsons marching band at Camp McKibbin, Marshall Hall, Maryland. Photograph, c1893

ARIZONA STATEHOOD, 1912. A parade in Phoenix to celebrate Arizonas admission as the 48th state in 1912. Photograph

PHOENIX, ARIZONA, 1895. A parade in Phoenix, Arizona. Photograph, c1895

JAPAN: ETCHU, c1870. Imperial soldiers training on the island of Etchu off the Fukagawa district, Tokyo, Japan. Woodblock print by Ando Hiroshige II or III, c1870

CARTOON: CRIMEAN WAR, 1856. Mr. Punch Welcomes the Guards. British cartoon from Punch following the conclusion of the Crimean War, 1856

LONDON: PARADE, c1915. The Salvation Army marching in a parade in London, England, c1915

WWI: AMERICAN TROOPS. American troops marching through a village in France during World War I. Photograph, c1917

JOHN PHILIP SOUSA (1854-1932). American bandmaster and composer. Photograph, 23 May 1914

KNIGHTS TEMPLAR: PARADE. Members of the Knights Templar Masonic Order, marching in a parade in Jamestown, New York, 14 August 1897. Stereograph

DETROIT: PARADE, c1905. The Michigan Knights Templar marching band at a parade in Detroit, Michigan, c1905

COXEYs ARMY CARTOON, 1894. The Original Coxey Army. American cartoon by W. A
COXEYs ARMY CARTOON, 1894. The Original Coxey Army. American cartoon by W.A. Rogers, 1894, showing Andrew Carnegie and other wealthy industrialists marching on the U.S

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"Marching Bands: A Global Celebration of Rhythm and Unity" From the vibrant streets of Pelourinho in Bahia, Brazil to the enchanting Carnival of Basel in Switzerland, marching bands have captivated audiences worldwide. These musical ensembles, like the renowned drum band Olodum performing during carnival in Brazil or the pipe band of the London Irish Rifles back in 1941, bring a sense of energy and excitement wherever they go. In every corner of the globe, from Europe to South America, these bands showcase their talent and passion for music. Take for instance the U. S. Marine Corps Drum and Bugle Corps who mesmerize crowds with their precision and skill. Their performances are nothing short of awe-inspiring. But they are not just about entertainment; they also hold historical significance. The captivating artwork "The End of Mankind" by Hans Holbein portrays a somber reminder that even amidst chaos, music can unite us all. Similarly, images like "Suffragette Martyrs Released from Prison" symbolize how these bands played an integral role in social movements throughout history. Whether it's WC Horsley's depiction of "A Friendly Power in Egypt, " showcasing cultural exchange through music or Oakes Majorettes' new beginning as seen through their transformative journey, marching bands continue to evolve while preserving tradition. Even iconic landmarks become part of this grand spectacle. From Buckingham Palace's Changing of the Guard where marching bands add pomp and ceremony to Georgetown University Football Games where spirited melodies echo across Washington DC - these events create lasting memories for spectators young and old alike. As we look back at historic parades on Pennsylvania Avenue with the majestic U. S Capitol Building as a backdrop or witness contemporary pipe band performances such as JLP01_08_093260 - one thing remains constant: Marching bands embody unity through rhythm. So let us celebrate these extraordinary ensembles that transcend borders and cultures, reminding us of the power of music to bring people together.