02277cam a22003493u 4500 70831 UtSlPG 20260610134634.0 m cr n 260607r20231951utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 51013995 UtSlPG en iso639-1 ML Graham, Alberta Powell, 1875-1955 Great bands of America Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2023 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2023-05-22 Tim Lindell, David E. Brown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.) "Great Bands of America" by Alberta Powell Graham is a historical account written in the mid-20th century. The book explores the rich tradition of American bands, delving into various types such as military, concert, municipal, and industrial bands, while celebrating the impact these musical organizations have had on American culture and public life. At the start of the book, Graham captivates readers with her passionate description of the thrill and emotional resonance that band music evokes across generations. She reflects on the historical development of bands in America, starting from their humble origins with European settlers to their role in significant events like parades and celebrations, highlighting famous bands and influential figures in band music history. The opening chapters provide a vivid tableau of the social fabric woven by these bands, drawing in readers with a narrative that emphasizes the joy, community spirit, and artistry that bands have brought to American life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: United States: Thomas Nelson & Sons, 1951 Bands (Music) -- United States Band directors -- United States Werth, Kurt, 1896-1983 https://hdl.handle.net/2027/uc1.b4440405 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/70831 111557 111557