Karl L. King's distinguished career as a bandmaster, prolific composer and musician made him a legend in his own lifetime. Everyone has heard his Barnum and Bailey's Favorite which, along with the other 200 marches he composed, assured him the world-wide status of March King along with John Philip Sousa and Henry Fillmore.
 
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Duane Oley Olson was recently presented a plaque saluting his many contributions to the Karl King Band.  Learn more...

The 2012 outdoor Summer season in Oleson Park has concluded.  The next performance by the Karl King Band will be in February, 2013.  Learn more...  Also, view photos from the summer season.

The Karl King Band was invited to perform at the 80th annual State Convention of the Iowa Bandmasters Association.  - learn more - 

Iowa Public Radio's series Iowa Archives includes a program featuring the voice of Karl King.  - learn more -
The first stage of the renovation of Karl King Bandshell in Oleson Park is completed.
The 2008 rededication ceremony was held the evening of July 20.

Anyone wishing to visit the Karl King Band Office and archival center
in the Fort Dodge Public Library should contact Duane Olson
first to insure someone will be present.
712-297-8193
or write to:
Karl L. King Municipal Band
Room 146, Fort Dodge Public Library
424 Central Avenue
Fort Dodge, IA 50501

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