More than 300 trombonists were at Nationals Park to play the familiar tune “76 Trombones” before the baseball game — and set a world record. They made a forceful showing and set the record but the game was called because of severe weather.

June 1, 2012 More than 300 trombonists head to the Washington Nationals baseball field, where they performed "76 Trombones." They were supposed to open for the Nationals but the baseball game was canceled because of thunderstorms. Despite the inclement weather, they played and beat the world record for largest all-trombone orchestra. Marvin Joseph/THE WASHINGTON POST