Music And The Civil War Throughout time music has been a form of communication between people of all ages. Franklin County, PA and Augusta County, VA were no exception. The musical community thrived in these two counties giving a number of public performances. Before the war musical performances were local social gatherings for townspeople. During the war, these events took on a function in addition to entertainment. They became fundraisers to support the soldiers and their families. Augusta County newspaper reports concerning music were always positive, encouraging the public to attend. Of all the newspaper reports found none of the prewar concerts were identified as fundraisers. On February 17th, 1860, Professor Turner and Mr. Alby, of the Staunton Musical Association, presented "Splendid vocal and instrumental entertai....

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