St. James’s Brass and Reed Band, Mount Brown, Dublin 8, is by far Ireland’s oldest band. It was established in 1800 but early records trace back as far as 1737. St. James's Band has participated in numerous events of historic importance, which included playing at the meetings of Daniel O'Connell and Charles Stewart Parnell. The band was invited to play at Parnell's home in Avondale and later led his funeral to Glasnevin Cemetery.