National experts, David and Ginger Hildebrand will appear in period costume and, using a variety of musical instruments of the time, perform examples of music heard in early Maryland. Their presentation explores the influences of social class, gender, and heritage. Types of music range from instrumental dance music to ballads and patriotic songs to military marches.
David and Ginger Hildebrand present concerts and educational programs throughout the United States for museums, historical societies and sites, as well as at universities for graduate and undergraduate students. They appear frequently at Colonial Williamsburg and Mount Vernon. Their music is featured in movies and television documentaries, including the PBS series “Liberty! The American Revolution,” “Rediscovering George Washington,” and the C-SPAN Series “American Presidents.”
This workshop/concert is a Chestertown Tea Party Festival event and co-sponsored by the Kent County Arts Council, JR’s Past Time Pub, and the Chestertown Tea Party Festival. It is free to the public. Space is limited, so reservations are recommended. Call (410) 810-2799 for reservations.
Wednesday, May 21, 2014, The Lounge at JR’s Past Time Pub
5:30 – Workshop Seats are still available for the workshop and concert!
6:30 – Concert
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