In memory of Union Veterans of the Civil War and the music that was part of the fabric of their lives.
“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. Exploring the conflict’s varied soundtrack, from patriotic marches to haunting ballads, offers a window to the spirit, story, and emotion of a traumatic time in American history.” ~ The Kennedy Center
Music of the Civil War
Battle Hymn of the Republic – United States Army Field Band
The Battle Cry of Freedom – Michael Sabatella and the Rambling String Band
When Johnny Comes Marching Home – Craig Duncan
John Brown’s Body – Pete Seeger
We Are Coming, Father Abraham – The 97th Regimental String Band
Columbia, the Gem of the Ocean – Eugene Ormandy
Hail Columbia – United States Marine Band
Marching Through Georgia – Old Crow Medicine Show
Union Dixie – Tennessee Ernie Ford
Go Down Moses – Louis Armstrong
Michael, Row the Boat Ashore – The Highwaymen
General Grant’s Grand March – Judy Railsback (sheet music)
Taps – United States Army Band at Arlington
Battle Hymn of the Republic – Joan Baez
Battle Hymn of the Republic – 2012 Iowa All-State Chorus & Orchestra
Battle Hymn of the Republic – The Tabernacle Choir
Compilation of Patriotic Songs – Various US Military Bands
(Instrumental playlist, not all Civil War era songs)
Civil War Music Websites
2nd U.S. Cavalry Co. A – Cavalry Bugle Calls
Fraternity – Charity – Loyalty