Education Coordinator John Lustrea will talk with Dr. Catherine Bateson about American Civil War songs the dealt with death, disease, and injury.
by David Price
civil war music
John Lustrea will talk with Dr. Catherine Bateson about Civil War music. They will cover why it was so important and it’s role in helping wounded recover.
During the Civil War soldiers and civilians alike turned to music not just as a distraction, but also for comforting reassurance.
