Popular Songs in the Eighteenth Century
It is not possible even to estimate the age of any of the so-called American folk-songs, although it is probable that a number were in existence before 1800. On the … Continue reading →
Songs in Honor of Revolutionary War Characters
Other historical characters of the day were commemorated. When Lafayette returned to America in 1824 and 1825 many songs and instrumental pieces were written in his honor, but some were … Continue reading →
18th Century Concert Music – (continued)
Concerts often offered standard works as well as original compositions by the performers. Such names as Stamitz, Gretry, Vanhall, Boccherini, Pleyel, Martini and Handel were usually encountered. Haydn was represented … Continue reading →