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| Dec 19 2011 Crystal CarolsChristmas tunes resonate from an instrument you've probably never heard before. Hear Dean Shostak play Ben Franklin's invention: the glass armonica. Additional resources
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Dec 20 2010 Music for ChristmasThe Governor's Musick is Colonial Williamsburg's resident 18th-century musical ensemble. Jane Hanson, Herb Watson, Jenny Edenborn and Wayne Moss perform. Additional resources
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| May 3 2010 Harpsichord MakerHarpsichord maker Ed Wright prizes the instrument for its bright, crystalline sound and unique mechanics. Additional resources
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Jan 18 2010 Organist Peter PelhamOrganist Michael Monaco coaxes the sound of the 1700s from an 18th-century organ in William and Mary's Wren Chapel. Additional resources
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| Mar 17 2008 Wit's Last StakeEighteenth-century farce delights 21st-century audiences. Todd Norris describes timeless comic themes. Additional resources
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Oct 29 2007 Cry Witch, Part TwoHear the verdict in the trial of Grace Sherwood, the "Virginia Witch." Additional resources
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| Oct 22 2007 Cry Witch, Part OneTake a seat at the trial of Grace Sherwood, the "Virginia Witch." Additional resources
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Aug 27 2007 Colonial Children's DanceYouth interpreters in Colonial Williamsburg's Historic Area enliven parlors and stages with dancing demonstrations. Kelly McEvoy details the colonial pastime. Additional resources
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| Apr 9 2007 Music Suited to a LadyColonial ladies played instruments that showed their graceful features to the best advantage, and they never showed their elbows. Music Interpreter Jane Hanson explains. Additional resources
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Mar 12 2007 Passion, Romance, and Intrigue in "Othello"Themes of jealousy, passion, and betrayal in Shakespeare's "Othello" are as gripping today as they were in the 18th century, says Performing Arts Manager Todd Norris. Additional resources
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| Dec 25 2006 Christmas Hymns You Thought You KnewColonial Williamsburg musician John Turner explains the origins of America's beloved Christmas hymns. Additional resources
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Dec 18 2006 Colonial Christmastide DancePerforming Arts Dance Interpreter Marcy Wright talks about 18th-century dance customs, including instructions that called for kisses and hugs. Additional resources
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| Oct 23 2006 Colonial TheaterTodd Norris talks about Colonial Williamsburg's live performances, staged in the streets of Colonial Williamsburg's Historic Area as often as in its theaters. Additional resources
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Oct 2 2006 Educating Through TheaterMaking connections with hundreds of curious minds every day makes Hope Smith feel like a teacher with Colonial Williamsburg's Historic Area as her classroom. Additional resources
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| Jun 12 2006 Fiddling Around Colonial Williamsburg since 1968.His heritage and a love of playing the fiddle inspire John Turner to preserve the tradition of Scottish fiddling. Additional resources
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Jun 5 2006 Music passed from ear to earEmily James talks about the music of Africa performed on a new Colonial Williamsburg recording. Additional resources
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| Jul 11 2005 Fife and Drum MajorA passion for the music and a love of history motivate Lance Pedigo to work with young people entering the Fifes and Drums of Colonial Williamsburg. Quicktime 7 (free) is required to view the enhanced podcasts. |
