Introduction for the processional march to a graduation is called Pomp and Circumstance. This is a traditional march that is played at most graduations.
The processional was "Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven" or "The Queen's Processional". You can hear me play it by searching "You Tube" under "Geoff Olson Queen's Processional".
Pomp And Circumstance
An excellent question. What is played at graduation ceremonies is actually the trio (middle section) of Pomp and Circumstance #1 by Edward Elgar. The beginning and end are much livelier. I suspect it became so popular for graduations because it is relatively easy to play, and it is beautifully solemn.
Welcome to our elementary school graduation program! Today, we celebrate the hard work and achievements of our students as they move on to the next chapter of their educational journey. Let's come together to honor their accomplishments and wish them success in their future endeavors.
The first 5 paragraphs of "Graduation" serve as an introduction by setting the scene of the author's graduation day, highlighting the excitement and significance of the event for the community. Angelou describes the pride and anticipation felt by the students and their families, as well as the historical context of racial segregation in the South. The introduction captures the hopeful atmosphere of the day before detailing the abrupt shift in tone and events that follow.
The past tense is: The male graduates wore a barong and black pants during the graduation in March.
An emcee at a graduation should acknowledge the graduating class and wish them well in the years to come. The emcee should also acknowledge the accomplishments of the graduating class.
The processional entrance you're thinking of is called an ovation.
Many composers have used the word 'processional' as part of their titles. Asker needs to be more specific in the information being sought.
Ovation
The song most closely associated with graduation is Edward Elgar's "Pomp & Circumstance March no. 1 in D major"
Polonaise is the dance in triple meter that originated as a stately processional for the Polish nobility.