Marching Band Collection (page 3)

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

Military band drummer, reflection in window, (B&W), (mid section)

ST. PATRICKs DAY, c1871. St. Patricks Day parade at Union Square in New York City. Lithograph, c1871

SUFFRAGE PARADE, 1913. Marching band at the womens suffrage parade held in Washington, D.C. 3 March 1913

Eatanswill Election
Chaos at the Eatanswill election scene from Charles Dickenss first novel The Pickwick Papers, published as a serial from 1836 to 1837. Illustration by Phiz (Hablot Knight Browne, 1815 - 1882)

Marching band in bright traditional dress, colourful Changing of the Guard Ceremony, Gyeongbokgung Palace, Seoul, South Korea, Asia

Music For All; mixed sex band playing at a rally of the League of Self-Supporting Women
21st May 1910: A mixed sex band playing at a rally of the League of Self-Supporting Women, part of the Womens Suffrage Movement in Union Square, New York

Canada, Nova Scotia, Halifax. Citadel, National Historic Site. Reenactment of historic military band

Church parade in Foots Cray, Kent. 1936

The Flatbush Boys Club Band
New York, New York: c. 1927. The Flatbush Boys Club Band, which took part in the groundbreaking ceremonies today for the clubs new building in Brooklyn

Marching band in the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War
CONTINENTAL ARMY BAND. Marching band in the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War. Steel engraving, c1850, by Karl Hermann Schmolze

PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN, 1908. Crowds in Faribault, Minnesota, gathered at a railroad station to hear Republican candidate William Howard Taft speak on his whistle-stop tour during the U.S

CIVIL WAR: RECRUITMENT, 1861. Drumming up recruits for the Confederate army at Montgomery, Alabama. Wood engraving from an American newspaper of June 1861

ZOUAVES MARCHING, 1861. The 5th Regiment of New York Zouaves marching up Broadway, New York City, prior to embarking for the South, 23 May 1861. Wood engraving from a contemporary English newspaper

CIVIL WAR: RECRUITMENT. Union Army recruiters enlisting Irish and German immigrants on their arrival at Castle Garden in New York City, 1864

STRIKING WOMEN, 1860. Eight hundred striking women shoemakers of Lynn, Massachusetts, parading in a snowstorm behind the Lynn City Guards, 7 March 1860. Contemporary American wood engraving

SILENT FILM STILL: SPORTS. The Quarterback, 1926

COWBOY BAND, 1929. A cowboy marching band in Washington, D. C. Photographed on 5 March 1929
COWBOY BAND, 1929. A cowboy marching band in Washington, D.C. Photographed on 5 March 1929

GAFR2A-00045
British administrator of Gambia meeting with a native chief, 1889. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century illustration

USA, Massachusetts, Gloucester. Marching band. Holga photo

The Battle of the Flowers festival, Nice, Cote d Azur, Provence, France

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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.