Silverman, Jerry 1931- creator text bibliography ctu Brookfield, Conn Twenty-First Century Books c2002 2002 monographic eng

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96 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 29 cm. Provides a history of the music and lyrics of a dozen Civil War songs, describing the circumstances under which they were created and performed. 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. juvenile Jerry Silverman. Includes music (piano with optional voice) to a selection of Civil War songs. Includes bibliographical references (p. 92-93), discographies, and index. Music United States 19th century History and criticism United States History Civil War, 1861-1865 Songs and music History and criticism Juvenile literature United States History Civil War, 1861-1865 Songs and music History and criticism ML3551.4 .S55 2002 782.42/1599/0973 0761323058 (lib. bdg.) 2001035795 DLC 020927 20190501201046.0