Tunes of the Time: An Early American Music Sampler

Tunes of the Time: An Early American Music Sampler
Saturday, August 5                                                                                     2:00 pm
Admission: $6.00; Tax included                                                                      Max: 20
Registration required – www.tnstateparks.com/parks/events/sycamore-shoals
Life on the 18 th century frontier could be harsh and unpredictable. Many early settlers turned to music as a source of joy
and entertainment. Join Museum Curator Chad Bogart at Fort Watauga for a glimpse into the musical heritage of the
colonial frontier. See how music was a part of the everyday lives of colonial Americans and how the melting pot of early
America influenced the songs and tunes we still enjoy today.
Duration: 1 hour