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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.
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Explore our blog for articles, insights, and resources that enlighten and inspire shape note singers.
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What is Sacred Harp? – A New Short Film from the 2025 Ohio Convention
If you’ve ever tried to explain Sacred Harp singing to someone unfamiliar with it, you…
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Newly Released: Terry Wootten Sacred Harp Recordings on YouTube
The Sacred Harp Museum has once again done invaluable work in preserving and sharing historical…
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·Educational Resources, Guides, Introductions & Learning Materials, New Research & Essays, Sacred Harp & Culture, Song & Composer Studies“Compositions Shaped by Community”
A paper on composing music in the Sacred Harp tradition is the feature article in…
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Buell Cobb’s “A Tradition Oblivious Of Modernity”, 1968
The following essay was originally published in Auburn University AlumNews in May 1968. At the…
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“This has been a long, lonesome year for me.”
A Brief Biographical Chronology of General Secretaries Shape Note Minutes books serve as annual records…
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Atlanta Singing School, April 2025
Sacred Harp Singing For Beginners Workshop An introduction to participatory “shape note” singing No prior…
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!