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In a time when as many as two out of every three Americans do not know the words to their own National Anthem, this article provides some much needed answers.

Some 350,000 hand-sewn stitches were used in making the wool bunting flag that would fly over Fort McHenry during the War of 1812.

Throughout the history of the United States these five pieces of music have rallied support, called people to arms, and comforted in times of sorrow.

Francis Scott Key is inspired to write the "Star Spangled Banner" during the attack on Fort McHenry.

Mary Pickersgill, during the War of 1812, is commissioned to make an American flag to fly above Fort McHenry

After a two-year complete overhaul, the National Museum of American History features high-tech displays, favorite collections and new exhibits.

Enjoy Eutaw Street with some Boog's BBQ, a little right field boogie and you have hit the home run of good times. No strike-outs here!

Jimi Hendrix's 'Hey Joe' and 'Are You Experienced?' made the UK take notice of his unique brand of psychedelic rock. This UK success led to Monterey and fame in the US

Fitzgerald's takes on James Jackson Storrow and sings out oh so sweetly. His voice is like pure honey to his voters.

Looking for a cool collection of songs to play on your ipod at your 4th of July celebration? Here are a bunch of American celebration classics for any backyard barbeque.

You can't give the customer what he asks for, but you can still make sure he leaves happy.

The story takes Pastor from an eight-year-old New York Lower West-Side street comedy singer to one of the most respected impresarios Broadway has ever seen.

Concord Massachusetts is the birthplace of modern America, here the first British deaths in the American War of Independence occured and a nation was born.

Displaying both technical virtuosity and expressive artistry, Rachmaninoff performs both his own original compositions and the works of fellow Russians.

Through its American history, baseball has revolved around tradition and ritual, from performing the Chicken Dance, the Wave and the Seventh Inning Stretch.

Summer is fast approaching and campfire sing alongs are sure to follow. Do you need some help remembering the words to your favorite campfire songs?

Of all American musicians and composers, one name ranks as the most historically prominent: John Philip Sousa, his marches, and his legacy stand for all time.

These Fourth of July activities, recipes, and coloring pages will educate as well as entertain your party guests.

The San Francisco-based Kronos String Quartet releases an album featuring peace and politics, ambiance and amplification, Sigur Rós and Jimi Hendrix.

Violinist Miri Ben-Ari builds a bridge from the band kids to hip-hop heads with an impressive album that evokes the passion of multiple musical genres.

An American inventor before his time, Robert Goddard invented liquid fueled rockets in 1926.

A brief look at the life and career of Alma Gluck, one of the most famous sopranos of the early twentieth century.

Owned by loyal Oklahomans, trained in old-school fashion, Black Gold showed early form and fulfilled a man's lifetime dream, gushing into a winner at Churchill Downs.

Woodstock was one of the defining events of the 1960s and anyone who's seen the film will remember the voice of the man who said 'don't eat the brown acid'.

The College of the Ozarks provides a traditional college experience integrating character, Christian values, academics, and a strong work ethic.

The 21st Annual Bravo! Vail Valley Festival kicked off to a bold and brassy start on Wednesday, June 25 at the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheatre in Vail, Colorado.

Nationalistic tunes of the Confederate South reflect the desire to defend against Northern tyranny and to take up arms to protect a lifestyle threatened by arbitrary rule

For more than 50 years the historic State Theatre in New Brunswick, New Jersey has been bringing audiences memorably entertaining live stage performances by top artists.

July 4th is the biggest event of the summer in Aspen. Wake to the firing of a canon off Smuggler Mountain. End the day with the biggest fireworks extravaganza ever.

Born June 17, 1871, in Jacksonville, Florida, Johnson wrote the poem, "Lift Every Voice and Sing," in 1900 for the celebration of President Abraham Lincoln's birthday.

Have fun celebrating Memorial Day with these fun and interactive activities that can help you teach your child why this day is so important.

Lineal descent from an ancestor who provided civil, military, or naval service to the U. S. during the War of 1812 provides the basis for membership in this society.

Need a few song ideas for the 4th of July or Veteran's Day? From marching bands to songs of freedom, plan a variety of musical entertainment for a patriotic celebration.

All the explanations, examples, and exceptions to capitalization and punctuation of titles in AP style are found in this article.

From the back of an envelope in 1908 to the seventh inning stretch today, "Take Me Out to the Ball Game" remains a favorite to American baseball fans.

Consider a trip to the South Atlantic for Thanksgiving Day and weekend, November 27-November 30, 2008.

Science is still unsure exactly what causes hiccups as well as how to cure them. So what exactly have they learned in their studies?

Show dog registered names can indicate the kennel, breeder, and litter theme, however, call names are similar to pet dog names.

Flag Day, June 14, is now an official holiday and tradition of the USA Flag symbol which was started in the 1800s by children in elementary schools.

As an island nation with an enviable heritage, it seems rather paradoxical to state that Britain has no national identity, this article examines whether this is the case.

His hard work and dedication to country music has payed off as Craig Morgan has released seven top ten singles including one #1, "That's What I Love About Sunday."

Leann Rimes' powerful vocals and performance style earned her a home in both the country music and pop worlds.

Warner Bros.' Woodstock Director's Cut: Three Days of Peace and Music is a stunningly lavish reissue of the documentary concert film. 9/10.

Stephen Decatur led a small group of sailors into the heart of the pirate capital of Tripoli and in a daring raid burned the USS Philadelphia.

The '90s saw singers like Mariah Carey, Gloria Estefan, Shania Twain, Celine Dion and Whitney Houston introduce some of today's most downloaded pop music songs.

Thirteen national museums and galleries, all located on the National Mall in the U.S. capitol, offer visitors an unparalleled wealth of history, arts, and culture.

At first sight, the idea of creating a new African nation for freed American slaves might sound like a humanitarian act. However, the truth was very different.

The use of music when teaching American and European History adds a lively dimension to most any unit, while enabling students to experience a rich exposure to culture.

Jake Shimabukuro outlines advantages of tenor ukulele tuning and offers tips for playing the ukulele with fresh fingering and unexpected chord voicing.

Bank of America cardholders receive free admission into more than seventy museums in the United States through the Museums on Us® program.