Hear the wonderful sounds of the quaker city string band playing the music of philadelphia mummery 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Funding for the 2012 parade was provided by sugarhouse casino, which renamed. I see that a few people have aired this band on wfmu, but im absolutely miffed that no one has written about them. Philadelphia mummer banjo by ferko string band on apple music. String bands mr mummer philadelphia mummers news and. Aqua has never missed a new years day parade and is known for presenting original and creative themes, as well as introducing the glockenspiel bells into the mummers parade. The lengthy parade begins with what are loosely called comicsmen dressed up in various outfits carrying umbrellas weaving down the street, staggering because they are usually drunk. All you need to do is log on to and click the twitter and facbook icons at the bottom of the page and follow us. Philadelphia mummers parade this was the coolest parade weve ever seen. The 2nd street strut is an annual event held on new years day. Fralinger string band playing before the parade passes by on new years day 2012 on 2nd street.
This record is one of my favorites, it is a steamrolling, unmitterated embodiment of pure happiness. This is mummers parade by mummers festival on vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them. In 1959 after taking first prize in a special mention category the downtowners fancy brigade were accepted into the fancy brigade division of the mummers parade. See more ideas about mummers parade, philadelphia and south philly. Mummers parade article about mummers parade by the. Mummers strut down broad street in annual parade feathers, sequins and painted faces once again filled phillys broad street by ron todt published january 1, 2012. The 2020 mummers parade in philadelphia began around 9 a. The philadelphia mummers parade kicks off 20 on new years day at 10 a. The string band division is the musical highlight of the mummers parade. Philadelphia mummers parade, philadelphia, pennsylvania. You included so many of the elements that i recall from the spiffy, highly costumed stringbands to the somewhat drunkanddisorderly roaming bands of men in flaxen wigs or hobo. This is mummers parade open 2017 by wphltv on vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them.
Our very first president, george washington, must have taken. Thank you philadelphia mummers, and thank you maxlraab and robt downey sr for creating a film that captures so many aspects of the mummers culture and annual parade. Alsatia mummers parade 2012 hagerstown, maryland on vimeo. Ferko string band anchored to an annual mummers parade in philadelphia, has been active since 1922. The alstia mummers parade has become the largest nighttime parade on the east coast, now drawing more than 10,000 participants. Brisk winds to whip at new years day mummers parade in. Lets say maybe 2 street and ellsworth, get there bright and early. Media in category mummers parade the following 99 files are in this category, out of 99 total. The famous mummers parade is an extravaganza that draws enormous crowds who cheer through chattering teeth, as more than thirty thousand clowns, string bands, and fancy brigades strut their stuff up broad street. The fancy brigades are noted for their elaborate props, precision drilling and broadwaystyle choreography to. Mummers strut down broad street in annual parade nbc10. Check out these historic photos of the mummers parade. Philadelphias mummers parade will now be culturally. Mummers parade article about mummers parade by the free.
Mummers strut down south broad street in 120th annual mummers. Over 10,000 performers all decked out in elaborate and colorful attire invaded the streets on january 1 to spread some new years cheer for philadelphias annual mummers parade. Their origins began as groups that marched amongst the fancy division. People participate in the mummers parade in philadelphia, on sunday, jan. And according to their hall of fame captain, bill isaacs, they are the ones to beat. Eddie and chris tully have hosted the kick off of the mummers parade at broad and shunk streets for 10year. It wasnt until 1978 when the fancy brigades emerged as their own division. Philadelphia mummers parade 2011 quaker city string band. The mummers curse by gillian roberts overdrive rakuten. Annual new years day parade taking place on january 1st in philadelphia.
Welcome to quaker city radio, your home for listening to the real sound of philadelphia. Philadelphia mummerss profile including the latest music, albums, songs, music videos and more updates. Worldrenowned philadelphia mummers parade is a mustsee. South philly vikings 2012 video and pictures youtube. Watch philadelphia full movie online video dailymotion. And, its a day fans of the mummers, on the street or watching at home, reconnect. They prepare elaborate costumes, performance routines, and movable scenery, which take months to complete. What you need to know for mummers parade in philadelphia 6abc. Septa riders are encouraged to download the transit watch mobile. Jason kelce to march, play saxophone in mummers parade with his parade costume it turns out the eagles centers epic parade speech is just the gift that keeps on giving. Autoplay when autoplay is enabled, a suggested video will automatically play next. The aqua string band was founded in 1920 with its name reflecting the then raging controversy over prohibition. Previously known, as the two street parade, the 2nd street strut gives mummers the chance to perform for the community along 2nd street.
Click here to visit our frequently asked questions about html5. Quaker city string band philadelphia mummers entertainment. We will also end the outdoor parade with an emotional moment involving duffy string band who lost captain ted kudrick in october. Throughout the day you will be able to see pictures as well as track your club so you know how long before.
The mummers parade conjures images of ornate costumes, longstanding cultural traditions, intricate performances and, at times, controversy in the minds of many philadelphians. Up next philadelphia mummers parade 2011 quaker city string band duration. The alstia mummers parade has become the largest nighttime parade on the east coast, now drawing more than 0 participants. Make sure they know youre here to have an authentic mummers experience and youve never been before. Interested in having the quaker city string band play. But this year, while the music blares and the mummers dance, a reveling pierrot suddenly sinks to the ground, shot dead. Mummers parade for more than one hundred years, the people of philadelphia, pennsylvania, have lined the streets on new years day to watch the mummers parade. For additional information about the parade, see here. The philadelphia mummers parade is definitely something you should add to your bucket list. Download the free accuweather app to check the forecast in your area.
A fall tradition, the parade features alsatia mummers parade 2012 hagerstown, maryland on vimeo. Mummers parade still on despite cold temperatures philadelphia, pa while officials closely watch the forecast, social media is buzzing with hot takes pun intended on the parade and predicted. Chilly, blustery weather is in store for philadelphias annual mummers parade on new years day. However, the first documented mummerlike parade in america occurred during the revolutionary war. The parade, often compared to mardi gras, is a centuryold tradition featuring elaborately festooned musicians.
This year for the 2012 mummers parade we are bringing in social media to help track your favorite clubs throughout the parade route. What you want to do is head right down to 2 street. For the latest local news, sports and weather, download the fox 29 news app. Whether fans are braving the frigid temperatures on the parade route or enjoying our performance from the comfort.
The sequins, blackface and binge drinking behind a philly new years tradition. The best youtube videos of the philadelphia mummers parade. Following is a list of groups and individuals who won top honors in the 89th alsatia mummers parade in hagerstown saturday evening. The 2016 mummers parade progresses down south broad street before spectators lining the sidewalks.
Your browser does not currently recognize any of the video formats available. The mummers parade is held each new years day in philadelphia. Jason kelce to march, play saxophone in mummers parade. Marching string bands, fancy and funny floats, and thousands of extravagantly costumed mummers dazzle onlookers brave enough to risk the winter weather. Mummers parade still on, officials monitoring forecast. The mummers are a unique experience, a combination marching band, mini variety show, and ziegfeld follies costumed extravaganza. Philadelphia mummers parade 2012 south philadelphia. The more than century old parade, which started in 1901,is the longestrunning folk parade in the u.
Philadelphia mummers convention center performance fancy brigade finale still shots from the performance follow the video south philly vikings ka light oscope. Alsatia mummers parade 2012 hagerstown, maryland youtube. Philadelphia mummers parade 2012 south philadelphia string band. During the 2nd street strut, families, mummers and friends gather on 2nd street to celebrate. The fancy brigade division is one of the newest divisions added to the mummers parade. Unlike the other 4 divisions, which use recorded music or small and informal pickup bands, the string bands playand often compose as welltheir own arrangements of music. No one would take his case until one man was willing to take on the system. Philadelphias mummers parade will now be culturally appropriate participants routines touch on topics of the day, with satire often veering into offensive. In 1778 the british, as a farewell send off, gave william general howe an extravagant party that entailed a lot of details that were very similar to that of a modern day mummers parade. See more ideas about mummers parade, philadelphia and brotherly love.
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