4.14.20: We don't really know when we will get back to singing in a group. All events at this point are canceled or postponed. We will post changes on the website when the situation changes, and on the Discussion list, which you can still sign up for by contacting Karen Stingle at kstingle@efn.org
REGULAR SINGINGS:
SUMMER: (Memorial Day to Labor Day) - Singings happen on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month, 7 pm until dark outside, in Maury Jacobs Park, at the end of N. Adams St. (If it is raining, call Jean Murphy at 541.342.4131 to find out where we are meeting.)
WINTER: (Labor Day to Memorial Day) - Usually second and fourth Thursdays of the month at Central Lutheran Church, at 18th and Potter, 7:30-9 pm. To find us, park in the lot behind the church and enter through the door on that side of the building.
GENERAL INFO ABOUT SHAPE NOTE SINGING:
www.fasola.org
Northwest: http://pnwshs.org/
LOCAL INFO:
www.eugenesacredharp.org
Jean Murphy (541) 342-4131
To get on the discussion list on Google Groups at EugeneSingers, contact kstingle@efn.org
Eugene Sacred Harp Singers are not affiliated with any religious or political group.
All are welcome, with no required ongoing attendance, and no auditions!
Loaner books are available to use at singings.
All are welcome, with no required ongoing attendance, and no auditions!
Loaner books are available to use at singings.
ANNUAL EVENTS:
Hope Abbey Mausoleum Singing:
Thursday after Memorial Day, May 28 in 2020 (maybe) 7:30 to 9pm - Eugene Masonic Cemetery mausoleum, 1 block east (uphill) of 26th and Potter St, Eugene |
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Eugene Annual All Day Singing:
First Saturday in August.
Location TBD, probably United Lutheran Church,
2230 Washington St.
Potluck dinner on the grounds at noon.
All are welcome - please invite your friends.
Loaner hymnals available.
First Saturday in August.
Location TBD, probably United Lutheran Church,
2230 Washington St.
Potluck dinner on the grounds at noon.
All are welcome - please invite your friends.
Loaner hymnals available.
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Annual Winter Holiday Sing-Along and Social:
The Sunday before Christmas, (December 20 in 2020), at the Eugene Garden Club, 1645 High St, 7 pm.
The Sunday before Christmas, (December 20 in 2020), at the Eugene Garden Club, 1645 High St, 7 pm.
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YouTube Videos of Eugene Sacred Harp Singers:
Click on the tune name to open/play video.
Northwest Folklife - 2011
Click on the tune name to open/play video.
- I’m Going Home (282)
All Day Singing 2011 - Tom Payne leading - Sacred Throne (559b)
All Day Singing 2011 - Fran Ross leading - Evening Shade (209)
Atrium 2010 - Jean Murphy leading - Jordan (66)
Hope Abbey 2008 - Jim Brock leading - Return Again (335)
Hope Abbey 2008 - Rachel Foster leading - Lloyd (503)
Hope Abbey 2008 - Fran Ross leading - Africa (178)
The Atrium 2009 - Karen Stingle leading
Northwest Folklife - 2011
HOLIDAY EVENTS PAST (2019)
Saturday, December 21, 11:30 AM: Eugene Sacred Harp Singers will be performing on main stage at Eugene Holiday Market (at Lane County Fairgrounds).
Sunday, December 22, 7 pm: Our annual holiday sing-along will be the next day at the Eugene Garden Club, 1645 High St. 7-9 pm. We will be sitting in the hollow square and singing from the Sacred Harp. All are welcome to join in with us, and loaner books will be available. There will be light refreshments after the singing. If you want to check out this wonderful tradition, this is a great time to do it. For more info: 541-345-3626.
Saturday, December 21, 11:30 AM: Eugene Sacred Harp Singers will be performing on main stage at Eugene Holiday Market (at Lane County Fairgrounds).
Sunday, December 22, 7 pm: Our annual holiday sing-along will be the next day at the Eugene Garden Club, 1645 High St. 7-9 pm. We will be sitting in the hollow square and singing from the Sacred Harp. All are welcome to join in with us, and loaner books will be available. There will be light refreshments after the singing. If you want to check out this wonderful tradition, this is a great time to do it. For more info: 541-345-3626.
This web page is maintained by Mary Ditson Taylor Glock and Karen Stingle (kstingle@efn.org).
