Music of the Fourth of July a year-by-year chronicle of performances and works composed for the occasion, 1777-2008
Title:
Music of the Fourth of July a year-by-year chronicle of performances and works composed for the occasion, 1777-2008
Author:
Heintze, James R.
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Publication Information:
Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland, c2009.
Physical Description:
vii, 426 p. : ill., music.
Abstract:
"The book demonstrates the remarkable significance of music in Fourth of July celebrations from 1777 through 2008. 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"--Provided by publisher.
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