19th Century American Popular Music

Presented by Eric A. Bye. American music has much to do with our identity as a nation. More than just entertainment, music is connected with social conditions, emerging from the sea, from cotton fields, lumber camps, and kitchens. Twentieth century music: blues, country, swing, rock, gospel, folk all emerged from earlier forms such as hymns, minstrel tunes, sea chanteys, voyageur tunes, ragtime, and patriotic songs from the Civil War. Come hear history played live on the banjo and mandolin.

This presentation is open to adults and teens. Space is limited so registration is recommended.

This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Merrimack Library with a grant from the New Hampshire Humanities Council.