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Strathearn Encampment
Strathearn Encampment

What a majestic and wonderful event this past weekend at the Strathearn Historical Park Civil War Encampment. It was an amazing weekend of Fife & Drums, Dancing, Camping and singing. It was so very nice to be appreciated, over and over. It meant so much to us to...

Presidents Day at Knott’s 2015
Presidents Day at Knott’s 2015

The folks at Knott's Berry Farm are always so gracious to the Mountain Fifes & Drums. We performed twice this last President's Day and had a wonderful turn out for both of our stage performances. It's always good to get some R&R every once in a while and what...

Constitution Day 2014
Constitution Day 2014

Celebrating Constitution Day was a fun event at the Lincoln Memorial in Redlands, CA! It was a great day with many characters present including George Washington and James Maddison among others. We were proud to salute our nations rich history with the military music...

Pacific View Memorial Day 2014
Pacific View Memorial Day 2014

We were honored to participate in the Pacific View Memorial Day remembrance. A sobering event where many families come to celebrate their fallen loved ones. The corps honored a long time supporter of the Mountain Fifes & Drums, Mr. Gillespie. Thank you Mr. Gillespie...

Salute To Military 2014
Salute To Military 2014

We had the unique opportunity to perform for a host of elementary school children. In the hills of Newport Beach our corps marched through a field of 1,776 flags all adorning the names of fallen soldiers. It was a very special event. [nggallery id=46]

Jeremiah McKay Memorial Dedication
Jeremiah McKay Memorial Dedication

We had the honor to be a part of the Lake Arrowhead Village dedication of the Jeremiah McKay Memorial. September 1st was a beautiful day with many in attendance to give tribute to the brave warrior who gave his life protecting the mountain community he loved. We want...

Jam Days Crestline 2013
Jam Days Crestline 2013

This is always a special parade and event to be a part of, the Crestline Jam Days celebration. This event marks our final performance before our yearly break. Though we only take a few weeks off it is a significant event in that it is the final event for those...

Pacific Palisades July 4th 2013
Pacific Palisades July 4th 2013

After a long parade in Huntington Beach the corps mounted up and travelled up the coast to Pacific Palisades and marched yet again on July 4th. This time the parade was much shorter but the response was just as strong from those watching our beloved corps. The corps...

July 4th 2013 Huntington Beach
July 4th 2013 Huntington Beach

The July 4th Huntington Beach parade is one of the largest Independence Day parades in America and we were honored to be one of the few leading the charge. One of our longest parade routes at over two miles long the corps kept strong and played to a patriotic crowd...

USS Midway Flag Day 2013
USS Midway Flag Day 2013

This years Flag Day brought us back aboard the USS Midway in San Diego California. With hundreds assembled for this years celebration it was an honor to perform twice, once in the hangar and then on the flight deck. A beautiful day as always on the San Diego coast it...