In Episode 4, we talk with Dr. Kirby Jolly about his time with the Old Bethpage Village Brass Band, how it has evolved over the years, and his view of the mission of the band. Dr. Jolly tells us some stories about his time performing with the Goldman Band. His wealth of experience with 19th century brass band music is vast, and we enjoyed the opportunity to pick his brain!

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Episode Structure:

• 0:00 - Introduction

• 1:30 - Corrections

• 2:50 - Interview with Dr. Kirby Jolly; Musical background and his time in Syracuse, NY

• 6:55 - Dr. Jolly’s Experience with the Goldman Band

• 11:17 - Dr. Jolly’s association with the Old Bethpage Village Brass Band, history and operation of the Old Bethpage Village

• 21:50 - About the OBVBB instruments

• 25:50 - About the OBVBB repertoire

• 28:10 - About the OBVBB uniforms

• 31:10 - About OBVBB performances

• 33:00 - The OBVBB’s mission

• 37:15 - The OBVBB performance frequency and variety

• 38:35 - About the Ken Burn’s documentary soundtrack

• 40:10 - Other OBVBB recordings and notable performances

• 45:08 - Civil War music reenacting environment

• 50:10 - Final remark from Dr. Kirby Jolly

• 53:25 - Closing

• 55:05 - Featured Album