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Battle Hymn of the Old Republic by Brian McCarthy

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Album Title: The Better Angels of Our Nature
Label: Truth Revolution Records
Released: 2017

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About the Album

"Battle Hymn of the Old Republic," is a track from saxophonist Brian McCarthy's striking recording The Better Angels Of Our Nature. The Better Angels Of Our Nature takes its title from the immortal words of Abraham Lincoln's first inaugural address. The speech, addressed in large part to the citizens of the Southern states, was offered in a spirit of reconciliation and hope for reunification with the seceded Confederacy. McCarthy's music locates the better angels at the heart of music representing the North, the South, and the African-American slaves who weren't considered full citizens but whose fate hung in the balance of the brutal conflict.

Tracks

The Bonnie Blue Flag; Battle Hymn of the Old Republic; Shiloh; The Better Angels of Our Nature; Battle Cry of Freedom; Weeping, Sad and Lonely; I Wish I Was in Dixie's Land; Of Freedom; All Quiet Along the Potomac To-Night.

Personnel

Brian McCarthy

saxophone

Additional Personnel

Brian McCarthy: alto and soprano saxophones; Bill Mobley: trumpet, flugelhorn; Daniel Ian Smith: tenor and soprano saxophones; Stantawn Kendrick: tenor saxophone; Cameron McManus: trombone; Andrew Gutauskas: baritone saxophone; Matt Aronoff: bass; Justin Kauflin: piano; Zach Harmon: drums.

Reviews

• The Better Angels of Our Nature by Angelo Leonardi
• The Better Angels of Our Nature by Karl Ackermann

Date featured

July 8, 2017

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It is for personal use only; no other rights are granted or implied.

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Instrument: Saxophone

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