John Bealle is an independent folklore researcher who has taught at Indiana University, the University of Alabama, and Miami University. His work has been published in "Western Folklore" and "Ethnomusicology."
A well researched, historically-oriented survey of one element of a
larger shape-note singing tradition . . . It will appeal to those
already interested in shape-note singing traditions and their
revival and to those seeking a more contextual approach to the
Sacred Harp's history.--Daniel T. Neely "Yearbook for Traditional
Music"
This superb book contains interdisciplinary scholarship of a high
order.--Jeff Titon "coeditor of Worlds of Music: An Introduction to
the Music of the World's Peoples"
Bealle delves very deeply and intricately into the history of
sacred singing in America. . . . Bealle's book contains some
historical gems.--Midwest Book Review
This book contains much important information and benefits from
good and ample scholarship. It is the most thorough and detailed
account of the history of the Sacred Harp and its cultural
significance available.--Steven F. Darsey
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