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).
For Laura Ingalls Wilder Fans
The Conqueror
(The 1880 songbook used by "Mr. Clewett" in De Smet, South Dakota, to teach Laura and Almanzo how to sing.)
Part Two of The Conqueror
(You can still learn from it!)
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).
What to Expect
What to expect at one of our singings.
What else to expect.
Favorite song management.
(Different ways that singers keep track of their favorite songs.)
LilyPond Tutorial Not yet developed (LilyPond is open-source music notation software available here for free).
Alternate tune for "My Country, 'Tis Of Thee"
German song: Gott Ist Die Liebe
Generic greeting. (blather)
Traditionally asked questions.
21 ways in which Shape Note Singing differs from choir practice.
Contact: David Olson (310) 410-9033 for more details.
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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
Singing location: 4427 Overland Avenue, Culver City, California
Close to "The Spot Cafe & Lounge"