1947 performance by the Ferko Mummer string band. Pictured is Ferko's 1953 2nd prize theme from the Somerset album SF-12700 released 1960-61 period.

The Joseph A. Ferko String Band or Ferko String Band is a perennial performer in Philadelphia's Mummers Parade. They gained national popularity through their hit recordings in the 1940s and 1950s. In 1914 pharmacy student Joseph A. Ferko asked the owner of Fralinger's Drugs to sponsor a string band in the Mummers parade.

Joseph A. Ferko String Band, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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The Philadelphia Mummers' String Band Record - Your Historical String Band Resource- 1902-Present. Compiled by Brian Maher - mahermusic@mac. May you keep looking down on us wearing your golden slippers. Rest in peace, Ji. ic.

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