JTT: When you talk patriotic I get a certain definition. Possibly what you term as "jingoistic". I believe a narrow definition is best in this case. If you mean songs that reflect the unique nature of America, then you are on a very good start with the CArter Family. Certainly I would rank Woody Guthrie's music in that vein. Likewise I would so lable Stephen Foster's music such although some of it may be considered racist in today's society. In my narrow confines however, for patriotic music may I suggest the following "American Patrol" Glenn Miller "Battle Hymn of the Republic" Various artists "The Star Spangled Banner" Various Artists "Columbia the Gem of the Ocean" VArious Artist Usually done as a march. "Yankee Doodle" "Dixie's Land" "Over There" George M. Cohan (Most of his stuff by the way) Not every one will likely know these but then it is a fair representation and all of them are widely known tunes. Keep in mind there are plenty of tin pan alley songs churned out in every war this country (The U.S. A.) has been in that are the worst sort of jingoistic tripe, so you have to sort through the dross. Join mudcat and use the digitrad! It will help immensely and don't be shy about asking the good folks here. Kindest reguards and have a good night. Neil