In colonial times, American musical accomplishments were informed by imports from Britain. But the Revolutionary War created a divide in this relationship. For example, composer James Hewitt wrote a battle sonata celebrating the Battle of Trenton, a decisive victory in securing American independence. Join us as we explore the battle sonata, a neglected musical genre of the Classical period, and show how Hewitt repurposed the genre to establish a separate American musical identity.
Other Experiences
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Special Event: Lighting of the Cressets
Join us on the historic Duke of Gloucester Street as we bring our 18th-century streets to life at night.
Open to the Public
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Performance: Is Our Love Enough
Join Sarah and Lewis Hallam as they step through the trials of marriage, family, and the theatre in the 1770s
Art Museums Admission
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Happy Hogmanay! A Scottish New Year's Concert
Happy Hogmanay! Enjoy a Scottish New Year's concert of music, story, and dance presented by David Gardner, Eliza Gardner, and Shelton Browder.
Open to the Public