The Goldman Band

The Goldman Band was a New York City institution for decades, bringing free public concerts to the masses. Founded by Edwin Franko Goldman in 1911, the band became renowned for its high-caliber musicianship and diverse repertoire, performing everything from classical masterpieces and original band works to popular marches and show tunes. For many New Yorkers, summer just wasn't summer without a Goldman Band concert in Central Park or Prospect Park. Edwin Franko Goldman himself was a prolific composer of marches, many of which became staples of the band's performances and contributed to the American march tradition. The band continued under the direction of his son, Richard Franko Goldman, further cementing its legacy as a beloved and important part of New York City's cultural landscape. Though the band ceased regular operations in 1988, its recordings and the memories of its countless performances continue to inspire and entertain.

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