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jostber

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Deepest Blue

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Jan 28 08 2:01 PM

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I discovered this art form through the wonderful Goodbye, Babylon box from Dust-To-Digital. It seems to still be a viable genre with artist still performing today.

Has anyone heard this set which seems to be a great collection?

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http://dust-digital.com/sacred-harp.htm

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mississippijohnhurt1928

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Deepest Blue

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Feb 1 08 3:33 AM

I've seen that disc at a local independent record shop!

I've come very close to buying it several times, but I always find something I want more.

However, I do enjoy sacred harp singing very much.

Dig "Bells Of Love" by Middle Georgia Singing Convention sometime if you haven't already.

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Harmonica Mitch

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Feb 1 08 8:22 AM

What are these recordings? I have heard the name somewhere. Are they like vocal groups singing gospel? Thanks.

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jostber

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Feb 1 08 2:06 PM

QUOTE (Harmonica Mitch @ Feb 1 2008, 08:22 AM)

What are these recordings? I have heard the name somewhere. Are they like vocal groups singing gospel? Thanks.

Yes, something like that with intricate harmonies and many voices.

More is here:

Short version -
http://www.mcsr.olemiss.edu/~mudws/harp.html

Long version -
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sacred_Harp