Hi! I play music at several American Civil War (or "War Between the States") reenactments each year on hammered dulcimer and concertina.
I'd like to bring my hurdy gurdy, but have a bit of a problem establishing authenticity. I can certainly play period tunes on the instrument, but has anybody seen a mention of hurdy gurdy being played in an American Civil War context? I'd appreciate any references or citations. Thanks! Best regards, -Gary P.
