"The foremost promoters of “suspender-fusion” music, as dubbed by a Burlington newspaper columnist, The Vermont Joy Parade is a six piece ensemble featuring banjo, trumpet, accordion, guitar, upright bass, drums/percussion, and vocals, playing a fervent and eclectic blend of old-time, blues, dixieland, Cajun, jug, and klezmer. Their alchemical blend of alternately rambunctious and soulful tunes has been received with enthusiasm by people from all walks of life in all regions of America .