Bay City Brass Band
Founded
1997
Mobile's
Most Active
History
of the Bay
City
Brass
Band
as told by
the
Brass Band Leader
Pictured: A "Second Line" through the Resort!
Bay City Brass Band was formed
in 1997 by tuba player and band leader, Marcus Johnson. Marcus, at the
time was also a member of one Mobile's other brass bands, the Olympia
Brass Band.
Olympia Brass is made up of primarily older players.
"I felt there was a real need for a younger brass band in Mobile,
one that could really stretch beyond the tradition confinement of just
the holiday itself. Mardi Gras should be experienced all through the
year."
Once formed, the Bay City Brass began to work to bring
the Mobile Mardi Gras industry to the forefront and their special music
to it's citizens full time. They now routinely play at semi pro games,
parties, parades, conventions, even weddings where the band provides
music to dance by.
When major events are come to the Mobile area, the
band has started the role as musical representative to the Mardi Gras
industry and brings the traditions to the events with great results!
"People come to the birthplace of Mardi Gras and want to experience
the sounds and sights that we provide."