A talented Black musician specializing in the flute, William escapes enslavement and joins the Union Army, where he encounters both camaraderie and racism.

Stella’s outspoken and protective older sister, Ammanee takes on the role of caregiver and confidant while confronting limitations imposed by their social status.

A Jewish musician serving in the Union Army, Jacob forms a close bond with William over shared experiences of discrimination and their mutual love for music.

Jacob's wife, a passionate abolitionist and feminist who uses her skills to support the Union Army and fights against moral injustices.

Jacob's brother, whose alignment with the Confederacy creates ideological tensions, yet his familial loyalty surfaces amid the chaos of war.