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| HARD ROAD: Favorite Camp Songs of the Civil War | 
 enlarge | Artist: 2nd South Carolina String Band
Label: Palmetto Productions
Category: Music
List Price: $14.99
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Avg. Customer Rating:  (11 reviews)
Sales Rank: 94802
Media: Audio CD
Discs: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 5.6 x 5 x 0.5
UPC: 783707396521
EAN: 0783707396521
ASIN: B00005NKYA
Release Date: July 15, 2001
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| Tracks:
| • | We're Tenting Tonight On the Old Campground | | • | Battle Cry of Freedom | | • | Cavalier's Waltz | | • | When Johnny Comes Marching Home | | • | Cindy | | • | Oh! Susanna | | • | Invalid Corps | | • | Buffalo Gals | | • | Kingdom Coming | | • | The Bonnie Blue Flag | | • | Jine the Cavalry | | • | Ring, Ring De Banjo | | • | Rose of Alabama | | • | Camptown Races | | • | Goober Peas | | • | Cumberland Gap | | • | Sweet Betsy from Pike | | • | Lorena | | • | The Vacant Chair | | • | Richmond Is A Hard Road to Travel |
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| Editorial Reviews:
Album Description
The 2nd South Carolina String Band recorded their first album, WE'RE TENTING TONIGHT, in 1991. Containing 15 of the most popular songs of the War Between the States, it was well received from the start and continues to have strong appeal. In fact, it was so well received that the band was encouraged to produce a second album, WE ARE A BAND OF BROTHERS, released two years later in 1993. This recording profited from the experience gained since the first - being produced in a better studio with better technology - as well as from two years of performances together by a band whose reputation was rapidly spreading. This second album contained another 15 of the most well known songs of the era, thus making the two together a sort of "Top 30" of the Civil War. Many years later, these albums continue to attract listeners and fans, new and old. So much so that, pursuant to countless requests to bring them both out on CD, we have done just that! We are proud to offer our first two albums together at last on one recording. The best of WE'RE TENTING TONIGHT and WE ARE A BAND OF BROTHERS, are here presented with a driving, spirited and exciting sound worthy of the men whose memory and spirit we strive to honor and evoke.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 6 more reviews...
Civil War Music June 27, 2008
Nice cd. Well performed and I use it to teach Civil War history. Students enjoy it.
South Carolina Leads the Way - Again! March 9, 2007
This CD is probably the best yet for Civil War music enthusiasts who like their music authentic and earthy. The String Band have managed to capture the essence of music as the soldiers would have heard and played it. I particularly enjoyed the version of 'When Johnny Comes Marching Home', and I defy anybody not to give a 'Rebel Yell' when listening to 'Jine The Cavalry'. I look forward to their next Civil War offering - there are so many great songs just waiting for their special touch!
More than simple songs February 13, 2007
For me as a german citizen these Songs are very great and I can imagine the time during the Civil War.
I love this item and I want to recommend this music the others, who love such music.
Great Civil War Period Music Collection for the Yanks and Rebs April 9, 2006
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
To find period music done correctly takes quite a bit of money - either because the sound and style is too contemporary (updated versions of classic tunes for "today's audience") or the lyrics have changed due to political correctness (can't say that, it might offend whatever group). Believe me, I have spent my share of hard earned cash looking for period correct music only to find the above mentioned problems, even at many sutlers.
But when I find a gem such as this collection by the 2nd South Carolina String Band, I feel it's my duty to get the word out.
This is an excellent source of Civil War era music done completely in a traditional style. It doesn't matter if you are a Billy Yank or Johnny Reb, this collection covers both sides of the conflict. Toe tappin' sing-a-long songs will seemingly take the listener back in time with some of the finest tunes this side of the Atlantic. My favorites include Battle Cry of Freedom, Cumberland Gap, Kingdom Coming, and Lorena. But the ethereal fiddling on the Cavalier's Waltz will set you to tears.
Musical historian or Civil War re-enactor - this collection deserves a high spot in your period music collection.
Hard Road September 15, 2005
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
The 2nd SC String Band captures the true sound of Civil War camp music as it was played back then. I have all 3 of their CDs and listen to them every day.
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