Sarasota in Sarasota County, Florida — The American South (South Atlantic)
Charles Schlarbaum
Circus Ring of Fame
Few in American circus history have led as many circus bands in as many performances. Born into a musical family with ties to the circus, it came as no surprise in 1958 when he and his trumpet joined the Cristiani Bros. Circus Band. Three years later at just 25 he became a bandmaster, launching what became an outstanding half-century career as one of this country’s top band leaders. Recognized by his peers for his contributions to circus music, he was named in 2007 to the Windjammers Unlimited Hall of Fame.
Erected 2011 by Windjammers Unlimited.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Entertainment • Industry & Commerce.
Location. 27° 19.101′ N, 82° 34.603′ W. Marker is in Sarasota, Florida, in Sarasota County. Marker is at the intersection of St Armands Circle and Fillmore Drive, on the left when traveling north on St Armands Circle. Marker is located on the south area of the circle. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1 St Armands Circle, Sarasota FL 34236, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Kenny Dodd (here, next to this marker); Hamid Family (here, next to this marker); Jumbo (here, next to this marker); Jean “Tarzan” Zerbini (here, next to this marker); The Three Atayde Brothers (here, next to this marker); Tony Steele (here, next to this marker); Ward Hall (here, next to this marker); Manuel “Junior” Ruffin (a few steps from this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Sarasota.
Regarding Charles Schlarbaum. The Circus “Ring of Fame” recognizes those persons who made a significant contribution to the art and culture of the circus. With dozens of inductees from around the world, the Ring of Fame began in 1986 as a way to honor world famous circus performers and the rich circus heritage of the Sarasota, Florida area.
Credits. This page was last revised on April 6, 2020. It was originally submitted on April 1, 2020, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. This page has been viewed 127 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on April 1, 2020, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. • J. Makali Bruton was the editor who published this page.