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Explore the intersections of music, religion, Native American influence, and social life in Colonial Virginia. Discover the rich tapestry of music from African and European traditions, political events, military gatherings, and cultural celebrations like the Governor’s Ball and Colonial Christmas. Gain insight into the intellectual and educational aspects of music in taverns and churches as important colonial hubs. Uncover the harmony and diversity that shaped the music of this period.
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Colonial Christmas Now Christmas comes, 'tis fit that we, hould feast and sing and merry be. Keep open house, let fiddlers play A fig for cold, sing care away.—Virginia Almanac, eighteenth century