Ferko string band or ferko string band is a perennial performer in philadelphias mummers parade. Between its inception in 1922, record number of new years day championships. Ferko, a successful pharmacist who served one term in the pennsylvania house of representatives, was well known for founding and leading the ferko string band. Find the latest tracks, albums, and images from ferko string band. Check out alabama jubilee by ferko string band on amazon music. Listen to alabama jubilee from ferko string bands the world renowned ferko string band for free, and see the artwork, lyrics and similar artists. Archives harrisburg, pa 17120 the pennsylvania house. Ferko string bands 1982 first prize winning performance of golden memories of the bowery. William speziale passed away in philadelphia, pennsylvania.
Ferko string band anchored to an annual mummers parade in philadelphia. Apr 28, 2012 the ferko string band still plays these original arrangements today. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Thanks also to russ for providing most of the points results from 1976present. With more first prize finishes than any other band and placing in the top 5 a remarkable 87 out of 94 parades, the ferko string band of philadelphia is a model of consistency and professionalism. Philly mummers string band music albums books gifts golden slippers bobblehead. The request was granted, and ferko led the fralinger string band for several years, placing third in their 1915 attempt but winning in 1920. Take a stroll through time with the quaker city string band as we look at every theme in the books. Ferko string band happy days mummers parade vinyl lp. The ferko sound has produced billboard chart hits, more 1st prize wins on new years day among the string band division, and defined an entire genre of music since 1922. Bruder new years association were worn in the early mummers parades.
I was wondering how they are related to the ferkos from philadelphia, namely the string band family. Philadelphias most recorded and awardwinning mummers string band has. Ferko string band, a mummer tradition, has been called to to lead the. The ferko string band the best of the ferko string band. Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. Ferko asked the owner of fralingers drugs to sponsor a string band in the mummers parade. Ferko string band 1982 golden memories of the bowery youtube. The ferko string band gained notoriety for their performances in the mummers parade in philadelphia, and for recordings that made the billboard top 100. Although the music was less commercial than its predecessor, the lp reached the top ten in the british album charts and was also the groups highest billboard chart placing in america, reaching number 161. Historical string band results the philadelphia jan 2, 2009 historical string band results 1995, hegeman, first class, second hand hobo band. Alabama jubilee by ferko string band on amazon music amazon. I was wondering how they are related to the ferko s from philadelphia, namely the string band family. The ferko string band still plays these original arrangements today.
Ferko string band, a mummer tradition, has been called to to lead the regatta land parade in celebration of he local regattas. While the miracle on 34th street was being filmed in new york city, the joseph a. Music profile for the ferko string band, formed 1922. They gained national popularity through their hit recordings in the 1940s and. The ferko string band embodies the best of philadelphia string bands.
Albums, books, souvenirs, free downloads, unlimited free music streaming. There name is ferko and they were from beniowa, poland now possibly in the ukraine. A new craze was starting, called the mummers parade and nine years later joseph asked fralinger to sponsor a band, to. Alabama jubilee by ferko string band on amazon music. John fralinger hired him as a stock boy in his pharmacy. Here are some interesting tidbits about the string band, culled from the bands official website and its wikipedia page. For money order or phone orders contact the museum at 2153363050. Learn more opens in a new window or tab any international shipping and import charges are paid in part to pitney bowes inc. Joseph ferko historical records and family trees myheritage. Ferko string band music, videos, stats, and photos. International shipping and import charges paid to pitney bowes inc.
Unlimited and free listening access to the most recorded string band to date. The ferko string band provides entertainment for all types of events, including an intimate 5piece band for small venues and building up to a full. I see that a few people have aired this band on wfmu, but im absolutely miffed that no one has written about them. Apr 12, 2008 ferko string band s 1982 first prize winning performance of golden memories of the bowery. A participant in philadelphias annual mummers parade, the ferko string band boasts the most successful record in the history of the parade.
Discover one of philadelphias most legendary string bands of mummery. The grand marshal that year was the great one jackie gleason. Be a part of our rich history by hiring the joseph a. This record is one of my favorites, it is a steamrolling, unmitterated embodiment of pure happiness. Decorated with photo portraits and silk and metallic trim, these individual identification badges from the m. Learn more opens in a new window or tab international shipping paid to pitney bowes inc. Quaker city string band qcsb through the years facebook. Ok, just to clarify my point of viewi did not like the theme of ferkos presentation this yearive no idea what they were thinking, except the honoring of the past should be able to be achieved without the derogatory aspects being highlighted, and celebrated, even if not in classic blackface. Welcome to quaker city radio, your home for listening to the real sound of philadelphia. The ferko string band the happiest music in the world. Introduction to ferko string band the ferko string band has become a. They gained national popularity through their hit recordings in the 1940s and 1950s. The ferko string band alabama jubilee 1955 youtube.
Learn more opens in a new window or tab any international shipping is. Ferko s musicianship continues to win the highest awards on new years day, and their showmanship for an event is memorable. Ferko is commited to enriching its members, supporters, and communities through musical appreciation and charities throughout the year. Purchase merchandise from philadelphia most awarded mummers string band including albums, books, and gifts. Ferko string band is the oldest continuous participant in the mummers parade, has performed in the parade every year since 1923, and is the most successful participant in the events history. If there were a kicking it old school award, itd go to ferko scenes, tunes, everything so traditional.
Archives harrisburg, pa 17120 the pennsylvania house of. A new craze was starting, called the mummers parade and nine years later joseph asked fralinger to sponsor a band, to be known as the fralinger string band. View all records by ferko string band for sale on cdandlp in lp, cd, 12inch, 7inch format. Philadelphia mummers music quaker city string band. The ferko string band has become a philadelphia legend, formed in the 1920s by joseph a. Longtime captain of ferko string band, passed away on november 20, 2017. Ferko string band traditions music skip to main content. A detailed history of every year of the quaker city string band on its annual appearance in the philadelphia mummers parade. William speziale obituary philadelphia, pennsylvania. The press raved about the incredible string band, and their next album, the hangmans beautiful daughter, was the bands brief flirtation with stardom. Quaker city is a perennial favorite among thousands of spectators on new years day. Blue book of the inauguration of franklin delano roosevelt and john nance. If every year around this time, v you find yourself thinking, what this year s shop n save pittsburgh three rivers regatta really needs is a mummers parade, hold onto to your plumage, lhe joseph a. Funeral home services for william are being provided by pennsylvania burial company inc the obituary was featured in the philadelphia.
They are supposed to be on tv around 2 but the parade is typically running behind live stream link below, so start checking in a little before 2 to see where they are schedulewise if you specifically want to see them or a little earlier if you want to catch all the string bands its quite a production with the music and the costumes and props. Ferko meaning and origin of the name ferko nameaning. Hire the band philadelphia mummers ferko string band. Meet ferko mummers string band history the ferko string band. When he was younger, ferko worked at local a pharmacy owned by a doctor named dr. Hear the wonderful sounds of the quaker city string band playing the music of philadelphia mummery 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The ferko string band more string band favorites 1994. Below are links to the string bands that are available to be hired for your event. The oldest continually marching string band, is the joseph a. Avalon string band quaker city string band ferko string band. Philadelphias most recorded and awardwinning mummers string band has been entertaining audiences throughout the world since 1922 with their legendary sound and quality showmanship. Thanks also to russ coleman roccomole, owner of string band archives for his help filling in most of the information of correct themescaptains as well as the captains prize history.
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