FOLK MUSIC OF THE CIVIL WAR
Audiences not only experience the historical music, but will also participate!
Marek Bennett’s repertoire includes parlor songs, rally cries, spirituals and parodies. His lively performances take inspiration from various folk traditions, engaging audiences in immersive explorations of history as a sung, spoken, and lived experience. In his concert featuring mid-19th century American folk music, artwork and texts, Marek will encourage audience participation with singing, sampling basic folk instruments and reading selected historic excerpts. Join us for an entertaining evening of rousing singalongs and dramatic readings!
More information about the performer: www.civilwarfolkmusic.com
Audiences not only experience the historical music, but will also participate!
Marek Bennett’s repertoire includes parlor songs, rally cries, spirituals and parodies. His lively performances take inspiration from various folk traditions, engaging audiences in immersive explorations of history as a sung, spoken, and lived experience. In his concert featuring mid-19th century American folk music, artwork and texts, Marek will encourage audience participation with singing, sampling basic folk instruments and reading selected historic excerpts. Join us for an entertaining evening of rousing singalongs and dramatic readings!
More information about the performer: www.civilwarfolkmusic.com
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Highlights
- 1 hour 30 minutes
- all ages
- In person
- Free parking
- Doors at 6:45 PM
Refund Policy
Location
Forbes House Museum
215 Adams Street
Milton, MA 02186
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