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DonQOnIce t1_j2euhhc wrote

I haven’t been in a few years so if you don’t mind I want to piggyback to ask: when do the string bands start? I recall it used to be around 11-12 and I want to arrive for them more than the others.

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hethuisje t1_j2fbesi wrote

The string bands are the only part I like and FWIW, /u/LePetitRenardRoux, probably the most distinctive kind of group to watch if you don't want to do the whole thing. (They're allowed to have wind and string instruments but no brass, so there are big ensembles of mainly saxophone and banjo players... it's a unique sound.) I usually start checking on TV at 11 but IIRC it's always massively late so I bet it could start well after 12. Also I've almost never bothered watching in person because the bands do their main performance at City Hall so unless you're willing to brave that crowd, it makes more sense to watch on TV.

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nothankyoutwo t1_j2fhcec wrote

I replied to the parent comment but JIC, they should start on tv around 1:30p this year. That should be a pretty reliable start time barring any major issues.

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nothankyoutwo t1_j2fh5vy wrote

String bands will be on TV around beginning 1:30p. They’ve massively improved the timing in the past decade, so it won’t start before then, and barring any major issues, they should be pretty on time with no more than a half hour delay.

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Glystopher t1_j2fip3a wrote

That conflicts with the eagles game, will there be a rebroadcast? I’d record it but I don’t have cable…. Can’t pick it up over the air

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nothankyoutwo t1_j2fjnrz wrote

I’m not sure. WFMZ (aka local Channel 69) is going to have the livestream, so you may be able to catch it through there after the fact.

You’ll also be able to find the performances on YouTube later in the evening/the next couple of days following the parade. The String Band Association has their own page and will post the performances.

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