Songs and stories of the Civil War
Jerry Silverman.
- Brookfield, Conn. : Twenty-First Century Books, c2002.
- 96 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 29 cm.
Includes music (piano with optional voice) to a selection of Civil War songs.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 92-93), discographies, and index.
The battle cry of freedom -- The battle hymn of the republic -- Dixie's land -- Maryland, my Maryland -- Lincoln and liberty -- Weeping sad and lonely -- Tenting on the old camp ground -- When Johnny comes marching home -- Roll, Alabama, roll -- The battle of Shiloh -- Slavery chain done broke at last -- Free at last.
Provides a history of the music and lyrics of a dozen Civil War songs, describing the circumstances under which they were created and performed.
0761323058 (lib. bdg.) 9.00
2001035795
Music--History and criticism.--United States--19th century
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