The Mudcat Café is an online discussion group and song and tune database, which also includes many other features relating to folk music.
The Folk Scholarship Roots and Geopolitical Boundaries of Sacred Harp’s Global Twenty-first Century
This article by Jesse P. Karlsberg describes the history of Sacred Harp from its infancy until today.
From CD+S Online
This blog post looks at what is a comfortable vocal range for singers – helpful to know when leading songs.
From Jeff Kaufman
In this blog post, Amanda writes about how to use a memory prompt as a support when leading a song.
From Amanda Witman
Breaking Down the Legacy of Race in Traditional Music in America
This NPR radio piece and the associated article explore the intersection between racism and traditional music & song. Both Jake Blount and the Youth Traditional Song Weekend are featured.
From National Public Radio
How to Lead Groups in Song In 10 Easy Lessons
Ten tips for leading a successful group sing.
By Peter Blood and Annie Patterson
Fostering Intergenerational Community
This document is a product of groups discussions in a workshop attended by members of the YTS community. It focuses on what works, what doesn’t, and how individuals can raise intergenerational issues within their community.
From Youth Traditional Song Weekend 2015
The Mermaid’s Tavern Guide to Zoom Singing
The Mermaid’s Tavern Guide to Zoom Singing is a blog-based website for planning, producing, and participating in community song sessions and concerts online. It includes an extensive resources section of over 25 additional guides to various aspects of online music, dance, and song.
CDSS Starter Kit for Folk Song Organizers
A comprehensive how-to on starting a sing. Includes sections on vision, finding a venue, publicity, structure, facilitation, and more!
From CDSS
How to Facilitate an Organizers Discussion
This resource not only provides a number of tips on how to facilitate a discussion but it also includes a how-to on including a session at a pre-existing event or creating your own day-long gathering.
Thanks to the Massachusetts Cultural Council for their generous support.