The National Civil War Association proclaims it is "the best reenactment video made to date". This stunning video features totally authentic Civil War combat combined with traditional Civil War music performed by Dave Mathews and Susan Jacobson. The effect is dramatic. The songs tell the stories of the pain, pride and valor. The history of the Civil War does not get lost in facts and dates. It comes alive in an exciting and visual way. Both "A Nation's Broken Soul" and "Shades of Blue and Gray" have received the highest recommendation from the American Libraries Association for their education and entertainment qualities..

37 minutes Cat.# 38107-9

Artist and songwriter Dave Mathews is featured on this popular recording of Civil War songs. It all began with his legendary recording of original Civil War songs on the CD Shades of Blue and Gray. The success of the recording was so phenomenal his fans demanded more. The result is this CD of authentic Civil War songs. This collection features a fresh approach to such standards as Aura Lea and Shenandoah. For the lover of historic tunes from the Civil War era this recording has become a "must have". The musicianship is phenomenal and Dave is as at home with this material as he is with his own compositions. The CD is also the soundtrack for the video of the same name. A Nation's Broken Soul and Shades of Blue and Gray received a recommendation from the American Libraries Association.

This is one of the finest collections of authentic songs of the Civil War period as performed by vocalist Dave Mathews. It includes: