Music of the Fourth of July : A Year-by-year Chronicle of Performances and Works Composed for the Occasion, 1777-2008 Paperback / softback
by James R. Heintze
Paperback / softback
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In this, the first comprehensive study of the music of the Fourth of July, information on notable Independence Day compositions and performances is presented chronologically from 1777 through 2008.
The book demonstrates the remarkable significance of music in Fourth of July celebrations.
Noteworthy topics and occasions include music at the White House; music by immigrant and ethnic groups; dedications of statues and monuments; symphonies and philharmonic orchestras; the centennial and bicentennial; world's fairs; music in prisons, circuses, and amusement parks; and many others.
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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:435 pages, 58 photographs
- Publisher:McFarland & Co Inc
- Publication Date:30/08/2009
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- ISBN:9780786439799
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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:435 pages, 58 photographs
- Publisher:McFarland & Co Inc
- Publication Date:30/08/2009
- Category:
- ISBN:9780786439799