Cylinder of the Month

In late 1902, Edison released an unusual series of four U.S. Army lancer figures – parade maneuvers for cavalry – on five cylinders (the 4th figure requiring two cylinders).

Although unusual by today's standards, at least the first two figures were fairly good sellers.   Originally recorded by the Peerless Orchestra, they were later re-issued by the Edison Military Band.

The music was written by prolific composer and arranger Theodore Moses Tobani, who most famously wrote "Hearts and Flowers".   The announcement and lancer calls were performed by Edward Meeker.

To hear U. S. Army Lancers, 1st Figure   — For help playing these sounds, click here.

To learn more about army lancers, click here.

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