You might not think of a battlefield as a great place to hear music—it has probably never been anyone’s first choice of a concert venue. Even so, wars have historically inspired and even required music, and the Civil War (1861–65) was no different… read more from The Kennedy Center.

Songs & Music of the Civil War

Battle Hymn of the Republic – United States Army Field Band

Hail Columbia – United States Marine Band

The Battle Cry of Freedom – Michael Sabatella and the Rambling String Band

When Johnny Comes Marching Home – Portland Choir and Orchestra

We Are Coming, Father Abraham – The 97th Regimental String Band

Battle Hymn of the Republic – Joan Baez

John Brown’s Grave – Pete Seeger

Union Dixie – Tennessee Ernie Ford

Go Down Moses – Louis Armstrong

Michael, Row the Boat Ashore – The Highwaymen

Echo Taps – Third Marine Aircraft Wing Band

Marching Through Georgia – Old Crow Medicine Show

Battle Hymn of the Republic – The Tabernacle Choir

Compilation of Patriotic Songs – Various US Military Bands

Fraternity – Charity – Loyalty