Includes music (piano with optional voice) to a selection of Civil War songs.
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 92-93), discographies, and index.
Contents
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.
Summary
Provides a history of the music and lyrics of a dozen Civil War songs, describing the circumstances under which they were created and performed.
