Music was an important part of life at Monticello, and the holidays were no exception. Professional flutist Samantha Marshall performs this New Year's favorite in the Parlor, where family often gathered for games, conversation and live music.
Jefferson was an accomplished amateur violinist and an avid concertgoer who once declared music is "the passion of my soul." The Sugar Ridge Quartet, L. Mackey, and J. Deal play a selection of music related to Jefferson and Monticello, ranging from popular tunes to classical pieces.
Music was an important part of life for enslaved people at Monticello, and particular individuals, like Eston Hemings, within this society were noted for their artistic talents.
