Publisher's Synopsis
""When The Band Played"" is a book written by Grace Duffie Boylan and published in 1901. It is a collection of short stories and poems that are designed to be read aloud or performed as entertainment. The book is divided into three sections: ""The Band"", ""The Circus"", and ""The Theatre"". Each section contains stories and poems that revolve around the theme of music and performance. In ""The Band"" section, readers will find stories about a young boy who dreams of playing in a brass band, a bandmaster who struggles to keep his musicians together, and a group of musicians who come together to form a band. There are also poems about the joy of playing music and the power of music to bring people together.In ""The Circus"" section, readers will find stories about clowns, acrobats, and other performers in the circus. There are also poems about the excitement and danger of the circus, as well as the hard work and dedication required to be a successful performer.In ""The Theatre"" section, readers will find stories about actors, actresses, and other performers in the theater. There are also poems about the magic of the theater and the thrill of performing in front of a live audience.Overall, ""When The Band Played"" is a charming and nostalgic book that celebrates the joy and magic of music and performance. It is a perfect read for anyone who loves the arts and entertainment.Also Illustrated By J. T. McCutcheon, And Others.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
