Abraham Lincoln and Music
Abraham Lincoln and Music Podcast
1) Lincoln and the Theater
Lincoln attended the theater frequently—opera being a particular favorite. In this final episode in the series, we look at the small plays and full-scale spectacles that caught his imagination and int...Show More
2) Lincoln and Political Music
In this second episode, we focus on the political music of Abraham Lincoln’s time—both music created to support the presidential candidates and the music in support—or in protest—of the Civil War.
3) Lincoln and Popular Music
Abe Lincoln heard and sang much of the music of his time— popular music like the songs of Stephen Foster, as well as concert music and opera. In this first of three episodes, we explore the Presiden...Show More