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Though most people see '''marching bands''' as exclusive to [[parade]]s, they are rather versatile ensembles. Many high schools and universities in the [[United States]] have marching bands that provide free entertainment at [[American football]] games. In some cases, marching bands compete against each other, performing splendid productions that combine music with visuals and theatre.
Though most people see '''marching bands''' as exclusive to [[parade]]s, they are rather versatile ensembles. Many high schools and universities in the [[United States]] have marching bands that provide free entertainment at [[American football]] games. In some cases, marching bands compete against each other, performing splendid productions that combine music with visuals and theatre.
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==History==
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When I was a young kid, my father took me into the city to see a marching band.
==Instrumentation==
==Instrumentation==
===Wind instruments===
===Wind instruments===