Maine Memory Network

New Portland: Bridging the Past to the Future - North New Portland Village

"Mercurias Orchestra was next, followed by Foss' Dance Orchestra, then came the Fine Black Aces. New Portland seems to have a rich musical history."

Surry by the Bay - Surry Opera Company

"… the pageantry of costumes, sets, or a full orchestra. Some of the participants had been professional musicians, but most were amateurs, only a few…"

Blue Hill, Maine - Discover the Story of Blue Hill - Page 3 of 4

"… tennis courts and, in the evening, the Inn’s own orchestra played at dinner and dances. During the early years of the twentieth century, upscale…"

Highlighting Historical Hampden - Riverside Park

"… were performed by the Bangor Band or the Ladies Orchestra conducted by Lena Howe. Patrons could then indulge in a matinee or evening performance of…"

New Portland: Bridging the Past to the Future - New Portland: Bridging the Past to the Future

"Often times, an orchestra played for the dance. New Portland had many orchestras, the first dating in the late 1800’s."

Highlighting Historical Hampden - Elusive Championship

"… used it for most school dances, band practice, orchestra practice, cheerleading practice, class plays, musical productions, class photos, and of…"

Mantor Library, University of Maine Farmington

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