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Special Event
Event
History in Town: Pop-up Concert by Appalachian Chamber Music Festival musicians
Fee:
Free. Included with valid park entry.Location:
In historic Lower Town, Harpers Ferry, near John Brown's Fort.Dates & Times
Date:
Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Time:
12:00 PM
Duration:
30 minutes
Type of Event
Partner Program
Performance
Description
Echoing the somber refrain "John Brown's Body lies a-mouldering in the grave...", composer Ailbhe McDonagh's powerful string quartet, "Appalachian," was originally commissioned for ACMF's inaugural season in 2021. Its evocative final movement directly incorporates the iconic Civil War Union anthem. Experience this compelling 20-minute work in a unique pop-up performance presented in collaboration with the National Park Service, held outdoors at John Brown’s fort – the very site where John Brown made his defiant stand during the pivotal slave revolt that ignited the Civil War. This evocative event is free and open to all.
There will be no formal set-up or chairs for this event.