What a Glorious Crash They Made: Musick of Connecticut’s Revolution

Experience the soundscape of Connecticut’s Revolution in this live performance and historical lecture presented by tenor and historian Richard Franklin Donohue.

Performed on voice and harpsichord, the program features patriotic ballads, hymns, and anthems published in the Connecticut Colony during the American Revolution. Each selection is introduced with an engaging historical context that illuminates how music shaped political identity, religious expression, and civic life between 1765 and 1783.

This immersive program transforms the ca. 1720 National Historic Landmark, the Stanley-Whitman House, into a living musical time capsule. Audiences will encounter the voices of rebellion, hope, and emerging nationhood—capturing the spirit of Connecticut’s founding era. Audience participation may be invited.

Seating is limited. Advance registration is recommended to guarantee a seat; walk-ins are welcome as space permits.

Admission is free. Donations in support of Stanley-Whitman House and its educational mission are gratefully appreciated.

Learn more or reserve a seat at:
https://www.s-wh.org/programs