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Archive: March 2013 (3 Posts)

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The Legacy of Civil War Spirituals

Posted by: Nicholas A. Brown-Cáceres

One of the themes resulting from the multitude of Civil War Sesquicentennial commemorations around the country is the notion that the role of African American culture during that great conflict must receive more attention. Both scholarly forums and the general public’s continued dialogue about the war’s enduring impact on American society can provide opportunities to …

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CMA Honors Country Music Legends at the Library

Posted by: Nicholas A. Brown-Cáceres

Country music is at home in the Coolidge Auditorium on Wednesday, March 20, 2013 (8:00 p.m.). Bob DiPiero returns to host the latest installment of the Country Music Association Songwriters Series, which features country music legends Ronnie Milsap, Loretta Lynn “Lorrie” Morgan and Jim Beavers. These award-winning artists bring their talent and musical innovation together …

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The United States Army Band “Pershing’s Own” Chamber Players at the Coolidge Auditorium

Posted by: Nicholas A. Brown-Cáceres

The musicians of the United States Army Band “Pershing’s Own”return to the Coolidge Auditorium on Friday, March 15, 2013 at 2:00 p.m., under the baton of Major Tod A. Addison, director of the U.S. Army Strings. This program features a chamber ensemble element from the larger organization in works by three major American composers, George …