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Star Spangled Spectacular is proud to bring you a dramatic display of fireworks at dusk performed by Zambelli Fireworks.
 
Proudly known as the First Family of Fireworks, Zambelli is one of the oldest and largest American fireworks companies. Whether it's designing a show to be seen by millions or a ceremony to celebrate the wedding of a young couple, Zambelli Fireworks design experts are internationally known for producing personalized, custom shows. Blending tradition with innovation, Zambelli Fireworks can convert any concept or theme into an unforgettable fireworks extravaganza that leaves a memorable impression on everyone who sees it.
 
Fireworks have been around for more than 2,000 years and most historians credit China for the first pyrotechnics, which were simple bamboo tubes packed with saltpeter, sulphur and charcoal. Their loud bangs were used at weddings, funerals and birthdays to drive away evil spirits. Italian explorer Marco Polo brought Chinese fireworks back to Italy in the 1300’s and Italy soon became the leading European center for the new art, supplying pyrotechnics to European churchmen and kings for important celebrations.
 
The fireworks we see today are much more advanced than the simple luminaries of that time, thanks to advanced chemistry, computer choreography and musical soundtracks. Today, fireworks shells are still made by hand at the Zambelli family’s manufacturing plant outside New Castle, Pennsylvania using secret fireworks formulas brought here from Italy over 100 years ago. Modern firework shows use computer-controlled electronic ignition, and precisely timed fuses to synchronize bursts to music, but shell making has changed very little over the past 500 years. Master pyrotechnicians utilize careful arrangements of powders, resins, gums, strings and paper to make shells that range in size from tennis balls to basketballs and weigh from 6 ounces to 12 pounds.
 
Zambelli Firework's greatest asset is its long history of excellence and commitment to entertaining audiences, large and small. Over the years, the company has been involved in hundreds of thousands of shows, including many of the largest fireworks displays in history. In fact, when people look skyward and see a fireworks show, chances are it's a Zambelli production. The company slogan, The First name in Fireworks is the Last name Zambelli, reflects its reputation for excellence.
 
Each year, Zambelli Fireworks produces more than 3,500 shows. The Zambelli family produces more than 1,800 shows on July 4th, including some of the country’s most elaborate displays in Denver, Detroit, Pittsburgh, Mount Rushmore, Saint Louis & Baltimore. For photographs or more information about Zambellie Fireworks, visit the website at www.zambellifireworks.com.