Dumont’s nephew, Charles Dumont, likely would have seen Bland perform in his uncle’s theater, and learned from the book how to stage a minstrel show with his friends. In 1905 he put together a string ...

Dem Golden Slippers" is the traditional anthem of the Mummers. Written by James Bland, an African American, which was introduced into the parade in 1905 by minstrel Charles Dumont.

The song is always accompanied by the signature Mummers' Strut. Don't Edit Also, you'll note that many a Mummer is rocking golden shoes -- that's a nod to this song.

Most people probably have never heard the name James A. Bland. But if you live in Philadelphia, you’ve heard at least one of his songs. “Oh, Dem Golden Slippers” — a tune Bland wrote in 1879 — is the ...

Editors note: PHL17 will not be broadcasting the 2025 Mummers parade. The New Year is almost here and in Philadelphia, that means only one thing; it’s time to put on your golden slippers, get ...

The song is always accompanied by the signature Mummers’ Strut. Also, you'll note that many a Mummer is rocking golden shoes -- that's a nod to this song. "Oh!

Mummers Parade to feature famous music of James Bland. Bobbi Booker Tribune Staff Writer ... Dem Golden Slippers,” a 19th-century minstrel song that is played and sung all day long.

Mummers bring their strut and music to ... String Band on Sept. 4 included old time favorites such as "The Best Things in Life are Free," "Alabama Jubilee," "Golden Slipper," "When You're ...

Why “Oh, Dem Golden Slippers” rules as the unofficial anthem of the Mummers Parade.Head for Broad Street on New Year’s Day and you’ll hear plenty […] ...