Music of the Fourth of July: A Year-by-Year Chronicle of Performances and Works Composed for the Occasion, 1777-2008
Author:   James R. Heintze
Publisher:   McFarland & Co Inc
ISBN:  

9780786439799


Pages:   435
Publication Date:   17 August 2009
Recommended Age:   From 18 years
Format:   Paperback
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Music of the Fourth of July: A Year-by-Year Chronicle of Performances and Works Composed for the Occasion, 1777-2008


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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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Author:   James R. Heintze
Publisher:   McFarland & Co Inc
Imprint:   McFarland & Co Inc
Dimensions:   Width: 17.80cm , Height: 2.20cm , Length: 25.40cm
Weight:   0.494kg
ISBN:  

9780786439799


ISBN 10:   0786439793
Pages:   435
Publication Date:   17 August 2009
Recommended Age:   From 18 years
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Available To Order   Availability explained
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Table of Contents

Table of Contents Acknowledgments      Preface      Research Methodology      The Chronology      Notes      Bibliography      First Line Index      General Index     

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groundbreaking...meticulous...highly recommended --<i>Booklist</i>; extensive --<i>ARBA</i>; a fully researched account of the songs and their history --<i>Senior Magazine.</i>


groundbreaking...meticulous...highly recommended --Booklist; extensive --ARBA; a fully researched account of the songs and their history --Senior Magazine.


Author Information

James R. Heintze is librarian emeritus at the American University Library in Washington, D.C. He has written numerous articles, reviews, and several books on American music and culture.

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