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2nd South Carolina String Band

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Date: August 18, 2008

Performances by the most respected and authentic Civil War musicians will fill the air on August 23 at Gettysburg National Military Park, during the 14 ^th Annual Gettysburg Music Muster. This one-of-a-kind performance - much of it played on original instruments – includes songs of balladeers, Victorian dance music and dance performances, along with fifes, banjo, mandolin, and more.

The Gettysburg Field Music Muster will include the Susquehanna Travellers who will be performing with the Victorian Dance Ensemble as well as solo. This year Douglas Jimerson will be accompanied by the Civil War Comrades. Mr. Jimerson stands on his own as an exceptional musician. In a twist on the Civil War music theme, the Victorian Dance Ensemble will call and perform several dance numbers of the era in Victorian dress. This year marks their tenth anniversary performance at the Muster. Their grand finale will include audience participation. New this year will be the 2^nd South Carolina String Band.

Performances begin at 11:30 AM on the back lawn of the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center and continue until sunset at various locations. Additional performances will take place at the Dobbin House Courtyard on Steinwehr Avenue from 1:00 PM until 4:00 PM, at the Eternal Light Peace Memorial and at the Pennsylvania Monument from 5:30 PM until sundown.

The public is invited to attend free of charge. Bring your lawn chairs, lunches and blankets to spread on the grass. For more information or a full schedule of performances call (717) 334-1124 ext. 3251