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History you can hear, wear and taste
A vibrant exploration of the past through the lens of fashion, food, and music. Created by Georgia Dougherty as a personal and creative outlet, this publication weaves together stories, curiosities, and cultural threads that have shaped human experience across time. From the ornate silks of centuries past to the flavors of forgotten recipes and the echoes of ancestral rhythms, Harmonies of History invites readers to rediscover history as something lived, felt, and savored — and to follow their own passions with wonder and intention.
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National Treasures: The Gamelan of Indonesia
The gamelan is a unique and widely used ensemble of predominantly metal instruments in Indonesia, specifically on the islands of Java and Bali, although there are other areas in Indonesia where the gamelan can be found.
Not Quite Henry: The Real Story Behind Greensleeves
When people think of the traditional English folk song, Greensleeves, they think of a great Tudor love story: a lovesick Henry writing a romantic ballad for his true love, Anne Boleyn; a romance for the ages. It's as equally romantic as it is historically improbable.
Evolution of the Corset: 16th-18th centuries
Today corsets are highly criticized in the media for being uncomfortable, constricting, and anti-feminine. That is mostly because of our swayed view of corsets and the modern capitalist market.
Golden Age, Golden Fashion: Women’s Dress in the Tang Dynasty
Lasting approximately 300 years, the Tang Dynasty was full of economic prosperity, artistic beauty, and a vast amount of foreign trade, this dynasty was radically different from any other dynasty.
Georgia Dougherty
Georgia is a sophomore at North Shore Country Day School in Chicago, IL. She has had a passion for history and music from a young age. Recently, she traveled to Indonesia, where she explored traditional Indonesian music by playing the Gamelan. She shared her experience in a written piece, which you can read here.
