the Unity of Music
Maddie Cushman
The Question:
How does music unite American people during times of crisis?
Answer:
Music:
- promotes patriotism
- lifts spirits
- helps individuals cope with loss
1800s
Underground Railroad
- Follow The Drinking Gourd- used to unite African Americans on the Underground Railroad. Follow The Drinking Gourd lifted the spirits of the slaves on their journey to freedom.
Follow the Drinking Gourd
Music in the Civil War: 1861-1865
- Battle Hymn of The Republic- Battle Hymn of The Republic was used during the Civil War to unite the Union Army. This song helped define the war for for the soldiers, as well as lift spirits of those fighting.
The Battle Hymn of the Republic Glory! Glory! Hallelujah!
1900s
Music in World War II: 1939-1945
- God Bless America- God Bless America was used during World War I and World War II in order to promote the Allies and their cause. God Bless America created a strong sense of togetherness amongst its listeners.
- White Christmas- White Christmas was used in WWII to keep soldiers motivated during times of war.
- Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy- Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy was used in WWII to lift spirits of the soldiers who fought in the war.
music during the Vietnam War
Coca Cola Commercial - I'd Like to Teach the World to Sing (In Perfect Harmony) - 1971
- I'd Like to Teach the World to Sing- I'd Like to Teach the World to Sing was used during Vietnam to help abolish racism. This song was used to unify the country by promoting patriotism.
Princess Diana's Funeral
- Candle in the Wind- Candle in the Wind was sung at Princess Diana's Funeral. This song helped the World cope with the loss of losing the beloved Princess.
Princess Diana Funeral - Elton John - Candle In The Wind (Goodbye Englands Rose)
2000s
September 11, 2001
- Where Were You- Where Were You was sung after 9/11. This song was written to help Americans cope with the loss of those who died during the terrorist attack, as well as promoted patriotism.
Alan Jackson-Where Were You When the World Stopped Turning
Hurricane Katrina
- Come Together Now- Come Together Now was sung in order to raise money for those affected by Hurricane Katrina, a natural disaster that took everything from many.
Come Together Now
Present day Revival Music
- Oceans- Oceans created unity by bringing Americans together, through their religion. It also lifts peoples spirits through its message.
Hillsong UNITED Oceans (Where Feet May Fail) Lyric Video
Synthesis
Books creating unity
- Uncle Tom's Cabin
- Feminine Mystique