Musical Maryland: A History of Song and Performance from the Colonial Period to the Age of Radio

Update: 2025-09-07

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Examines the evolution of music in Maryland across several centuries. The authors David K. Hildebrand and Elizabeth M. Schaaf, with contributions by William Biehl, trace musical traditions from early colonial times through the age of radio, encompassing diverse genres and social contexts. The book explores sacred and secular music, detailing the instruments, venues, and notable figures that shaped Maryland's soundscape, from aristocratic drawing-room performances and tavern gatherings to work songs of enslaved African Americans and nineteenth-century opera and dance halls. It further discusses the emergence of jazz and the impact of radio on local musicians and the broader musical landscape, offering a rich narrative of Maryland's vibrant musical heritage.

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