The Cleveland/Chattanooga Area Sacred Harp Singers has been asked by the Charleston-Calhoun historical society to be the "authentic" Civil War era musicians for a re-enactment in Charleston, Tn., on Dec. 5., from 6-9 p.m.
There will be a tour of two homes from that era, including the Henegar house, used by Gen. Sherman on his march through Georgia; and the old Cumberland Presbyterian Church, built in the 1850's and used as a Union hospital. The singers will be performing at the church during the tour.
Singers will be dressed in authentic costumes, and the church will be lit only by candlelight and lanterns.
"We are really looking forward to this opportunity to sing songs that were actually sung during that time," said Daryl Chesney, one of the singers.
Proceeds from the $20 admission charge will be for the historical society. The Chattanooga-Cleveland Sacred Harp singers meet every second Saturday of each month. For more information on the regular Sacred Harp singings, call 336-2358.