Table of Contents for this Website

Learning Materials
List of learning materials.
Introduction and Musical Intervals. (Introduction to singing in the major key.)

For Tim Eriksen Fans
Song list from Northampton Harmony (for those who want to sing along to the CD).

The Conqueror
The 1880 songbook used by "Mr. Clewett" in De Smet, South Dakota, to teach For Laura Ingalls and Almanzo Wilder how to sing.

Sheet music files These songs are not in Sacred Harp but widely available on CDs and YouTube, for example.
Tim Eriksen's version of Amazing Grace (tune: Fiducia).
Anonymous 4 version of Hark I Hear The Harps Eternal (tune: Invitation New).

LilyPond Tutorial Not yet developed (LilyPond is open-source music notation software available here for free).

Dorian (Raised Sixth) page About the Dorian-mode songs (i.e. featuring a minor third and a "raised sixth").

Various Songs Set In Shape Notes

America's first national anthem: "Chester"
Alternate tune for "My Country, 'Tis Of Thee"
Friendship (1789)
Old Hundred (1551)

German song: Gott Ist Die Liebe

Esoterica

Tune name index to American Vocalist.
The secret teaching of the Gospel of Thomas.  (esoterica)

Generic greeting.  (blather)

Traditionally asked questions.

21 ways in which Shape Note Singing differs from choir practice.

What to Expect
What to expect at one of our singings.



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Santa Monica Learner's Group
Link to other shape note singings in West Los Angeles area
More information on Shape Note Singing in general
Local Shape Note singings around the country
Contact: David Olson (310) 410-9033 for more details.

Singing location: 4427 Overland Avenue, Culver City, California
Close to "The Spot Cafe & Lounge"