Less than nine months from now, when the 2021 Rose Parade makes its way through downtown Pasadena, almost every other flower-powered float will be punctuated by a marching band.

Let the countdown to festivities begin as parade organizers, the Tournament of Roses, released the first part of next year’s lineup with marching bands from around locales as far-flung as Italy, Japan, Panama, Sweden and Taiwan.

According to a news release earlier this week, 21 groups will participate in the 132nd Rose Parade, whose theme is “Dream. Believe. Achieve.”

The bands were selected by Tournament of Roses volunteers based on their musicianship, marching ability and entertainment (or special interest) value, the release says. They’ll also perform in one of three Bandfest events scheduled for Dec. 29 and 30 at Pasadena City College.

Two more bands will be added to the mix once the Rose Bowl teams are selected.

Without further adieu, here are the bands for the 2021 Rose Parade: