FORMED
Lu Lu Shriner Oriental Band was organized in 1958, at a meeting of the Montgomery County Shrine Club,  held in the Valley Forge Hotel in Norristown PA.

MEETING PLACE
Oriental Band Room –

 Lu Lu Shriner Building –

5140 Butler Pike, Plumouth Meeting PA 19462

HISTORY
The Band has a long history, going back to its inception.  They have received many trophies and awards while performing in parades and compititions.  The band raises money in the support of our Shriners Hospitals, of which they are very proud.

MEMBERSHIP
To join the band you must be a member in good standing in the following:
Masonic Lodge
Shrine of North America

REQUIREMENTS
The new candidate must have an interest in music, fun, and fellowship.
He must enjoy helping children, this is our main goal.
Knowledge of music is a plus, but is not necessary, as we will teach you to play one of our many instruments.

MEETING DATES
The Band conducts two meetings a month
2nd Thursday practice at 7:30 PM
4th Thursday practice and business meeting staring at 8:00 PM

Refreshments are provided before or after each of  these meetings.
During the course of the year, the band will hold social functions and our ladies group known as the “Pearls of the Oda” will attend. They also have an active part and meet on the same night as the band business meeting.

OBJECTIVES
Raise money for the operation of our orthopedic and burn unit, Shriners Hospitals for Children
Having fun, fellowship and a good time, while generating these funds
Making the public aware of charity work performed by the Masons and Shriners

MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
The Band provides a different sound with the following:

• Chinese Musette, sometimes called a Snake Charmers Horn.

• Tambourines

• Gongs

• Cymbals

• Congo drums

• Single Tom Tom Drum

• Double Tom Tom Drums

• Triple Tom Tom Drums

• Base Drums

• Potatoemasher

• Wooden Sticks

UNIFORMS & MAKE-UP
Uniforms take on middle east or men of the dessert look,

• Usually very colorful.

• Turned up shoes or boots

• Head dress, capes or robes.

• Pantaloons or skirts. 

Make up consists of:

• Beards and mustaches

• Skin darkened with pancake and eye shadow, to take on a weather beaten look