The Music of Early America
Popular Music During The French and Indian War
Popular Music During The Revolutionary War
Here are songs and music played during George Washington's lifetime. They include songs heard at Mount Vernon, tunes to which Washington danced, music he enjoyed at the theater and in concert, and compositions in his honor. The music celebrates Washington's inauguration, his resignation as Commander-In-Chief of the Army and his arrival at a theatre.
Yankee Doodle Dandy
Although written several years before the American Revolution, "Yankee Doodle Dandy" was universally popular among both the rebels and British soldiers during the War.
Legend has it that the song first appeared as a nursery rhyme ridiculing England's Oliver Cromwell as "Nankee Doodle."
Popular Music During The 18th Century
The music files on this page are courtesy of:
- Sara and Maynard Johnson. Historic Music of Olden Times.
The Kitchen Music website: http://members.aol.com/kitchiegal
- Colin Roth. Fiddle tunes from the American Revolution.
Halcyon Days Music:
Please note: While the music presented here (i.e., the melody and lyrics) is in the public domain, the arrangements and midi sequences are not. It is a violation of the U.S. Copyright Law to alter this music in any way or re-post altered versions of the files, or distribute or publish these sequences either in electronic (e.g., CD) or hard copy form, or use these files for commercial purposes by selling or charging a fee. Such a violation is subject to legal action.
http://www.halcyondaysmusic.com/colonialmusic
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