The Hegeman String Band announced on their Facebook page the passing of their former captain John Pignotti Jr. John Pignotti was captain of Hegeman String Band from 1986-2000. He won first prize captain twice (1995 and 1997) and led Hegeman to two first prize...
The Palandro-Ferry Memorial Foundation is pleased to announce the release of the documentary “For Them.” The film focuses on the emotional impact and aftermath of the tragic deaths of South Philly String-Band members Denny Palandro, Jr., Joe Ferry and his...
DECADE IN REVIEW — Quaker City String Band won 1st Place in the string band division in 2019 with their nautical theme Last But NAUT Least!. This victory gives Quaker City 22 1st prize string band...
DECADE IN REVIEW — South Philadelphia String Band won 1st Place in the string band division in 2018 with their dead cowboy theme West In Peace. This is South Philadelphia’s second string band championship of the...
