Music of the Fourth of July : A Year-by-Year Chronicle of Performances and Works Composed for the Occasion, 1777-2008

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. 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. James R. Heintze. Includes Bibliographical References (p. 363-366) And Indexes. Acknowledgments......Page 6 Table of Contents......Page 8 Preface......Page 10 Research Methodology......Page 22 The Chronology......Page 24 Notes......Page 342 Bibliography......Page 372 First Line Index......Page 376 General Index......Page 386