A traditional and powerful singing of American shape-note hymns, fuging tunes, and anthems in unaccompanied four-part harmony from The Sacred Harp. A free event with no membership requirements. All welcome: beginners, experienced singers, and listeners.
New to Sacred Harp singing? Join us for singing school during the first hour of our regular singings to learn the basics.
More information about the tradition of Sacred Harp singing and listings of other singings across the country is available online at fasola.org
Singing School 2-3 p.m. Singing 3-5 p.m.
Sonora Co-housing Common House
501 E. Roger Rd. (just west of First Ave.)
Together with the Las Cruces Sacred Harp Singers, we co-host an annual convention in honor of Gerald Hand, a dedicated and fondly remembered singer from New Mexico. The Elder Gerald Hand Memorial Sing takes place on the first Sunday in March and the preceding Saturday. On even-numbered years, the sing takes place in Tucson; on odd-numbered years, the sing takes places in Las Cruces.
Registration opens 30 minutes prior to the start time each day. We will have dinner on the grounds at noon both days. All are welcome: beginners, experienced singers, and listeners. We will sing from The Sacred Harp (1991 edition). Tunebooks will be available on loan or for purchase. Find an event listing on Facebook.
Have questions before you come? Give us a call or write us a note.
tucsonfasola@earthlink.net
Paige Winslett (520) 743-1268
Erika Roush (520) 887-0589