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Independence Day Parade Highlights

Montclair’s 61st annual Independence Day Parade promises a host of spectacular performances and live entertainment.

Joining us again this year will be the Fralinger String Band of Philadelphia Mummers fame. The Fralinger String Band continues the tradition of excellence carved out by Dr. John J. Fralinger almost a century ago. In 2008, the band made history by winning its sixth consecutive first prize in the Mummers Parade. Ironically, in winning its sixth straight, Fralinger broke the 75 year-old record of four straight first prizes set in 1932 by none other than the Joseph A. Ferko String Band. In the last 40 years, Fralinger has finished in first, second or third place 30 times, with a total of 13 first prizes – a record unmatched in modern times.

The Fralinger String Band has been a trailblazer within the String Band division, with many “firsts” to its credit. The band was one of the first to introduce the saxophone, now the predominant instrument among String Bands, and was the first to use vocalized harmony in its musical performances. Fralinger was also the first String Band to emulate brass instrument sounds with reed instruments (1971), the first String Band to feature the “Big Band” sound (1972) and the first String Band to explore the Dixieland Jazz music genre (1973). Of local distinction, Fralinger was the first String Band to receive the Philadelphia Mayor’s Achievement Award (1973) and the first to appear in a major Hollywood film (“Blowout”, featuring John Travolta in 1981).

The Wayne Raiders Drum and Bugle Corps – the world class Wayne Raiders are 10-time world semi-finalists and finalists in international competitions. They won best percussion and best general effect in 2005 in the divisional and world championships and in 2006 they won the Drum Corps International Bronze Medal. Their 2009 show is called “Isle of Hope” in honor of America’s recent political advancements.

St. Columcille United Gaelic Band - The band draws its name from an Irish prince, warrior and scholar who became a priest to bring early Christianity to the Western Isles of Ireland and Scotland. St. Columcille remains a lasting symbol of the unity of the early Celtic peoples, particularly the Scots and the Irish. This award winning organization, whose stated mission is to "forward the music of the Gael," have performed at Montclair's Fourth of July parade for many years.

Local favorites will also be in the 2011 line-up such as the Montclair Community Band, community groups and organizations who will have floats and marchers, fire engines, antique cars, and much, much more in store, including everyone's favorite -- Elvis!

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Parade Route Grand Marshals Parade Highlights			Independence Day Parade Highlights Montclair’s 61st annual Independence Day Parade promises a host of spectacular performances and live entertainment. Joining us again this year will be the Fralinger String Band of Philadelphia Mummers fame. The Fralinger String Band continues the tradition of excellence carved out by Dr. John J. Fralinger almost a century ago. In 2008, the band made history by winning its sixth consecutive first prize in the Mummers Parade. Ironically, in winning its sixth straight, Fralinger broke the 75 year-old record of four straight first prizes set in 1932 by none other than the Joseph A. Ferko String Band. In the last 40 years, Fralinger has finished in first, second or third place 30 times, with a total of 13 first prizes – a record unmatched in modern times. The Fralinger String Band has been a trailblazer within the String Band division, with many “firsts” to its credit. The band was one of the first to introduce the saxophone, now the predominant instrument among String Bands, and was the first to use vocalized harmony in its musical performances. Fralinger was also the first String Band to emulate brass instrument sounds with reed instruments (1971), the first String Band to feature the “Big Band” sound (1972) and the first String Band to explore the Dixieland Jazz music genre (1973). Of local distinction, Fralinger was the first String Band to receive the Philadelphia Mayor’s Achievement Award (1973) and the first to appear in a major Hollywood film (“Blowout”, featuring John Travolta in 1981). The Wayne Raiders Drum and Bugle Corps – the world class Wayne Raiders are 10-time world semi-finalists and finalists in international competitions. They won best percussion and best general effect in 2005 in the divisional and world championships and in 2006 they won the Drum Corps International Bronze Medal. Their 2009 show is called “Isle of Hope” in honor of America’s recent political advancements. St. Columcille United Gaelic Band - The band draws its name from an Irish prince, warrior and scholar who became a priest to bring early Christianity to the Western Isles of Ireland and Scotland. St. Columcille remains a lasting symbol of the unity of the early Celtic peoples, particularly the Scots and the Irish. This award winning organization, whose stated mission is to "forward the music of the Gael," have performed at Montclair's Fourth of July parade for many years. Local favorites will also be in the 2011 line-up such as the Montclair Community Band, community groups and organizations who will have floats and marchers, fire engines, antique cars, and much, much more in store, including everyone's favorite -- Elvis!





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