strike up the band
strike up the band
To cause or instruct a band to begin playing music. We were told to strike up the band the moment the newlyweds came into the restaurant for the reception. Why don't they strike up the band already? Everyone's milling around the dance floor restlessly.
See also: band, strike, up
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
strike up the band
1. Lit. to cause a (dance) band to start playing. Strike up the band, maestro, so we all can dance the night away.
2. Fig. to cause something to start. Strike up the band! Let's get this show on the road.
See also: band, strike, up
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
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