When Johnny Comes Marching Home: Music of the Civil War (Music of America's History)
Product Description The rush to war, the loss of loved ones, the deep wounds of a five-year conflict the intense emotions of the American Civil War are brought to life through the songs and instrumental music of the day. Now, 150 years after the start of the war, Anne Enslow and Ridley Enslow have produced a music CD that features both familiar Civil War songs such as The Battle Hymn of the Republic and lesser known but haunting melodies like The Vacant Chair. The musicians include pianist Jacqueline Schwab, whose distinctive playing was heard on Ken Burns's highly-acclaimed Civil War documentary, celebrated fiddler John Kirk, and noted balladeer Linda Russell. Includes 28-page liner notes. Review This amazing music brings the past vividly to life with emotion, sensitivity, and grace. No one quite plays the piano like Jacqueline Schwab. Her pacing is unique, her artistry authentic and sustaining; this work is one of her best. --Ken Burns, filmmakerAn outstanding disc, every track filled with understanding, tenderness, creativity, and faithfulness to the lives and passions of the music's original performers. --Deane Root, director of the Center for American Music, University of Pittsburgh --Deane Root, director of the Center for American Music, University of PittsburghAn outstanding disc, every track filled with understanding, tenderness, creativity, and faithfulness to the lives and passions of the music's original performers. --Deane Root, director of the Center for American Music, University of Pittsburgh
Anne Enslow  (Author)    Format: Audio CD
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