Music of the Fourth of July - A Year-by-year Chronicle of Performances and Works Composed for the Occasion, 1777-2008 (Paperback)

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.

General

Imprint:	McFarland & Company
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	August 2009
First published:	October 2009
Authors:	James R. Heintze
Dimensions:	254 x 178 x 28mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	435
ISBN-13:	978-0-7864-3979-9
Categories:	Books > Arts & Architecture > Music > General Books > Music > General
LSN:	0-7864-3979-3
Barcode:	9780786439799

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