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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 …

Organized on December 18, 1914 by John J. Fralinger, M.D., a Philadelphia physician, pharmacist and also the team doctor for Connie Mack’s Philadelphia Athletics.

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The first String Band club was formed in 1901, and featured violins, banjos and guitars. A few years later, drums, saxophones, accordions and glockenspiels were introduced, giving the String Band a …

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Fralinger String Band can play just about any event. The most important requirement we need to know (to get you to the correct contact) is how many musicians are needed for your event.

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If you’re interested in joining the band please stop by our club house any Tuesday at 8:00pm. We’re always looking for able bodied musicians and marshals age 12 or over.