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Shape-Note Singing
Welcome to SING LOUD!, your ultimate guide to the captivating world of shape-note singing. Dive deep into our rich resources designed for both newcomers and veterans alike, and be inspired to explore the harmonic beauty of the singing and social traditions associate with The Sacred Harp and other tunebooks.
Blog
Explore our blog for articles, insights, and resources that enlighten and inspire shape note singers.
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·Event & Community News, ·Recordings & Media, ·Sacred Harp & Cultural Impact, Personal Reflections, Singers & Communities, YouTubeOld County Line Church in Warrior, Alabama
In the 1982 documentary Shouting Song, director Jean Youngblood Albright captured a number of Sacred…
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·Historical & Scholarly Research, ·Tunebooks, Tunebooklets, Other, Other Books & Ephemera, TunebookletsTunebooklet: “A Midwest Suppliment”
Now that I’ve published a working definition of the shape-note tunebooklet, I want to offer…
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·Historical & Scholarly Research, ·Tunebooks, Tunebooklets, Other, Other Books & Ephemera, TunebookletsWhat is a “tunebooklet”?
I’ve been casually collecting shape-note tunebooks because I’m fascinated by the subject. In order to…
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·Event & Community News, ·Recordings & Media, ·Sacred Harp & Cultural Impact, Non-Traditional Shape Note, Singers & Communities, YouTubeNew Video: “Love Astounding” from the Baltimore Shape-Note Singers
Now available as part of Songs for the Holy Other We’re proud to share a…
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Buell Cobb’s “The Sacred Harp: Rhythm and Ritual in the Southland” (1974)
At SingLoud.org, we were saddened to learn of the passing of Buell E. Cobb, Jr.…
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Tim Eriksen on the BBC: Sacred Harp in the Global Spotlight
The BBC World Service recently featured Tim Eriksen in a new episode of In the…
SING LOUD!
An enthusiasts project
for other enthusiasts.
Welcome to SingLoud.org, an educational project created by shape-note singing enthusiasts to share the joy, history, and community of this unique musical tradition. Whether you’re a newcomer curious about the rich harmonies of Sacred Harp or an experienced singer looking to deepen your knowledge, SingLoud.org is here to inspire and inform. Our mission is to provide clear, accessible resources that celebrate the diversity and beauty of shape-note singing, while fostering connections among singers of all backgrounds. Dive in to explore tunebooks, singing techniques, and the vibrant stories behind this timeless tradition, and join us in keeping these powerful voices alive for generations to come.
A note
This website and resources are geared mainly for four-shape shape-note singing, though not wholly restricted to it.
If you would like to help develop tools and resources, inclusing for seven-shape singers, please get in touch!