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Welcome to String Band Sessions, the official podcast of the Philadelphia Mummers String Band tradition! Be sure to stay updated as we release new episodes throughout the year, featuring stories, interviews, and inside looks at all things String Bands.

  1. 26 июн.

    S2 Episode 6 - Ferko's Costume Vault

    Season 2 of String Band Sessions Podcast continues as host Jim Donio goes on location to the Joseph A. Ferko String Band clubhouse to open up the "Ferko Costume Vault" for a nostalgic and colorful stroll down Mummery lane. Band members John Evans, Captain Scott Ratzke, Jr. and new Musical Director Adam Welwood model suits spanning more than 60 years of Ferko history from 1953's Musical Gems to 2017's We Stand as ONE, and including 1st prize-winning creations from 1982's Golden Memories of the Bowery and 1997's Fish Schtick. We see how string band costuming and materials have evolved through the decades to today's primarily character-driven designs.

    23 мин.

  2. 1 мая

    S2 Episode 5 - 2025 HOF: The Durning Joe's

    Season 2 of String Band Sessions Podcast continues with the third Philadelphia String Band Association "Hall of Famers" episode. Host Jim Donio doubles down with not one, but two 2026 inductees from the Durning String Band...Captain Joe "Asti" Pomante and Past President Joe Forster. They share memories of their respective Mummers journeys to Durning String Band, including the history behind the late-1980s merger between the Durning and Garden State String Bands. Let us know your thoughts in the comments.

    30 мин.

  3. 10 апр.

    S2 Episode 4 - 2025 HOF: John Evans

    Season 2 of String Band Sessions Podcast continues with a new "The Hall of Famers" episode as host Jim Donio speaks with this year's inductees into the Philadelphia Mummers String Band Association Hall of Fame. Next up is John Evans who has been a member of seven string bands during his lifelong Mummers career, including almost three decades at his current home the Joseph A. Ferko String Band. John shares some great stories about his grandfather Harry Lawson (who captained the original Avalon String Band) and a special mentor Henry Kunzig, Sr. (longtime Captain of the Duffy String Band).

    29 мин.

  4. 3 апр.

    S2 Episode 3 - 2025 HOF: Chris Farr

    Season 2 of String Band Sessions Podcast continues with a new series entitled "The Hall of Famers" where host Jim Donio speaks with this year's inductees into the Philadelphia Mummers String Band Association Hall of Fame. First up is Chris Farr who has successfully arranged musical scores for many bands over his Mummers career, with an enviable 1st prize-winning record.

    26 мин.

  5. 4 мар.

    S2 Episode 2 - 2027 Theme Submissions

    Season 2 of String Band Sessions podcast continues with host Jim Donio’s coverage and commentary at the 2027 String Band Theme Submission Event on February 28. Watch for new episodes coming soon and check out all of Season 1 on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

    5 мин.

  6. 12 янв.

    S2 Episode 1 - New Year's Day 2026 & The String Band Spectacular

    Season 2 of String Band Sessions is officially underway! Host Jim Donio is joined by Sam Regalbuto, President of the Philadelphia Mummers String Band Association, for a wide-ranging conversation about New Year’s Day 2026 and what fans can expect from the upcoming String Band Spectacular.

    25 мин.

  7. 23.12.2025

    S1 Episode 31 - The Road To New Year's 2026: Quaker City String Band

    Host Jim Donio brings the String Band Sessions podcast to the Quaker City String Band for a behind-the-scenes look at "The Joker's Funhouse." Presentation Director Matt Farrell, Music Director Michael "Spanky" Brown, and Captain Jimmy Good (who will be leading the group for the 13th year) let us in on the colorful characters, obstacles and opportunities the mischievous Joker will try to take advantage of to keep control of his new funhouse attraction. A spirited musical score provides the soundtrack as we see whether the Joker's world is turned upside down.

    9 мин.

  8. 23.12.2025

    S1 Episode 30 - The Road To New Year's 2026: Durning String Band

    Host Jim Donio travels to Gloucester City, NJ for the String Band Sessions podcast visit with the Durning String Band. He chats with Presentation Director Steve Palys, Music Director Rich Burr, and Captain Joe Pomante (who will be leading the group for the 17th year and also celebrating his upcoming induction into the Philadelphia Mummers String Band Association Hall of Fame). They give us a behind-the scenes -- literally -- look at their "Be Our Guest" theme. Their production presents a different perspective on the beloved characters, storylines and tunes from the Disney favorite Beauty And The Beast.

    7 мин.
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Welcome to String Band Sessions, the official podcast of the Philadelphia Mummers String Band tradition! Be sure to stay updated as we release new episodes throughout the year, featuring stories, interviews, and inside looks at all things String Bands.

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