Historical Minutes of Atlanta-Area Singings

Atlanta Sacred Harp Singing

Rock Spring Presbyterian Church, Atlanta, Georgia
Saturday, April 21, 2018

The inaugural session of the Atlanta Sacred Harp Singing held on Saturday before the fourth Sunday in April was called to order at 9:30 a.m. by Andy Ditzler leading 47t. Jim Neal offered the opening prayer.

The following officers were elected: Chairman—Andy Ditzler; Vice Chairman—Jeannette DePoy; Secretary—David Smead.

Leaders: Andy Ditzler 82t; Jeannette DePoy 39t; David Smead 85; Jesse P. Karlsberg and Lucey Rose Karlsberg 83t; Malinda Snow 38t; Lisa Bennett 80t; Jim Neal 84; David Brodeur 28t (joint lesson with the first Amsterdam All-Day Singing where Gerben Vos led the same song at the same time); Anders Wells 89; Debora Grosse 81t; Matt Hinton 234; Bobby Watkins 480; Helen Bryson and Patty Merrifield 287; Glenda Collins and Bert Collins 282; Tony Hammock 111b.

RECESS

David Smead brought the class together by leading 101t. Leaders: Lela Crowder 277; Lauren Bock 276; Isaac Green 411; Amy Wells 222; Phillip Langley 172; Charles Woods 77b (for Charlene Wallace); Amber Davis 391; April Watkins 455; Jerusha Wheeler 107; Judy Chambless 527; Kelly Morris 49b; Corinne Wells and Amy Wells 354b; Eli Hinton 148; Johnathon Kelso and Harlan Kelso 398; Virginia Dyer 511; Samuel Williams 512; Robert Chambless 66; Cecil Roberts 76b; Scott DePoy and Evan Lee 159.

RECESS

Jeannette DePoy led 155 to bring the class back to order. Leaders: Nathan Rees 313t; Elene Stovall 216; Robert Kelley 534; Jonathan Wood 32b; Atevan Snderson 417; Joan Durdin 448b; Taylor Watkins 388; Eric Tweedy 200; Rosemarie Yntema 209; Jerrod Ball 335; Jane Armstrong 77t; Sandra Wilkinson 405. Matt Hinton asked the blessing before the noon meal.

LUNCH

Andy Ditzler and Joe Cronley brought the class back to order leading 378t. Leaders: Martha Ann Stegar 198; Laura Akerman 163t; Anna Hinton 112; Judy Mincey 392; Ellen Culpepper and Rebecca Burns 432; Justin Bowen 316; Erica Hinton and Lottie Hinton 228; Kathy Williams 180; Jesse Roberts 372; José R. Camacho 149; Sam Culpepper 65; Nathan Rees and José R. Camacho 183; Elene Stovall and Jeannette DePoy 430; Robert Kelley 109; Jane Armstrong 34b; Jonathan Wood 108b; Sandra Wilkinson 278b; Eric Tweedy 442; Samuel Williams 397; Atevan Snderson 313b; Justin Bowen 204; Kathy Williams 220. Andy Ditzler thanked Rock Spring Presbyterian Church and Morningside Presbyterian Church for supporting the singing, and thanked the officers, committees, and those who helped with keying.

After announcements, Andy Ditzler and Jeannette DePoy led 521. Jim Neal dismissed the class with prayer.

Chairman—Andy Ditzler; Vice Chairman—Jeannette DePoy; Secretary—David Smead

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Atlanta Sacred Harp Singing

Rock Spring Presbyterian Church, Atlanta, Georgia
Sat, Apr 27, '19

The 2nd annual Atlanta Sacred Harp Singing was called to order at 9:30 a.m. by Andy Ditzler leading 178. Jim Neal offered the opening prayer.

The following officers were elected or appointed to serve: Chairman—Andy Ditzler; Vice Chairman—Jeannette DePoy; Secretary—David Smead; Arranging Officer—David Brodeur; Treasurer—Malinda Snow.

Leaders: Andy Ditzler 266 (in memory of Ben Lawless); Jeannette DePoy 171, 32t; David Smead 135, 374; David Brodeur 65, 71; Helen Bryson 436 (for Judy Mincey, Sarah Brennan, and Janice Bryson), 287; John Plunkett 460 (for Jenna Strizak), 150; Tony Hammock 89, 303; Jim Neal 389, 406; Johnathon Kelso 387, 329; Lisa Bennett 328, 315 (for Allan Jenkins); Amy Wells 272, 56b; Jerusha Wheeler 107, 56t.

RECESS

Leaders: Ellen Culpepper 145t, 282; Cathy Bonk 277, 63; Kelly Morris 47b, 159; Jessica Kelso 33b, 175; Carson Davis and Amber Davis 76b; Amber Davis 212; Sandra Wilkinson 289, 345t; Kathy Williams 276, 472; Karen Morris 299, 454; Ellen McNeill 45t, 31t.

RECESS

Leaders: Daniel Williams 445, 68b; Dan Edwards 99, 168; Greta Edwards 77t; Malinda Snow 27 (in memory of William Cowper), 38b; Adam DeBruler and Andy Ditzler 84.

LUNCH

Nathan Rees brought the class back to order leading 313t. Leaders: Ivy Hauser 419; Rachel Speer 308; Nicholas Thompson 93; Robert Kelley 441; Lucinda Larsen Saue 143; Erica Hinton 105; Lauren Bock 336 (for Barrett Patton); Eli Hinton and Harlan Kelso 186; Samuel Williams 543; Anna Hinton 383; Matt Hinton 430; Anders Wells 110; Micah Roberts 91; Nicholas Thompson 189; Lisa Bennett 268 (by request); Lucinda Larsen Saue 163b; Ivy Hauser 429; Daniel Williams 42; Ellen McNeill 146; Samuel Williams 539; Robert Kelley 457; Rachel Speer 399t (in memory of Thomas Calvin Carter). Andy Ditzler thanked Rock Spring Presbyterian Church for supporting the singing, and thanked the officers, committees, and those who helped with keying.

After announcements, Andy Ditzler, Jeannette DePoy, David Smead, and David Brodeur led 414. Malinda Snow dismissed the class with prayer.

Chairman—Andy Ditzler; Vice Chairman—Jeannette DePoy; Secretary—David Smead

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Atlanta Sacred Harp Singing

Westside Park Pavilion, Atlanta, Georgia
Sat, Apr 23, '22

The third annual Atlanta Sacred Harp Singing (and the first since 2019 due to the Coronavirus pandemic) was called to order at 10:00 a.m. by Andy Ditzler leading 52t. Scott DePoy offered the opening prayer.

The following officers were elected or appointed to serve: Chairman—Andy Ditzler; Vice Chairman—Jeannette DePoy; Secretary/Treasurer—David Smead; Arranging Officer—David Brodeur.

Leaders: Andy Ditzler 330b (for Yevgen and family in Ukraine); Jeannette DePoy 31t (for Cathy White), 36b; David Smead 138t, 348t; David Brodeur 512, 486; Scott DePoy 277; Glenda Collins 100, 77t; Lisa Bennett 163t, 47b; Cathy Bonk 276, 349; Bert Collins 278b, 335; John Plunkett 434 (for Gene Pinion), 515 (for Tom Hanson).

RECESS

Andy Ditzler and Peg Bumgardner brought the class back to order by leading 282. Leaders: Ellen Ray 89; Ryan Bowman 547; Lilith Smith 178; Bill Hollingsworth 56b; Laura Akerman 192; Lauren Bock 112; Christy Sinksen 448t.

David Brodeur conducted the memorial lesson. He spoke about the importance of remembering the sick and shut-ins, and how to one degree or other all of us were shut in for a time due to the pandemic. The sick and shut-ins list included Jack Nelson, Philip Denney, Virginia Dyer, Barbara Brooks, Cathy White, Cornelia van den Doel, Marcy Block, Tom Hanson, and Amy Wells. Because this singing was canceled in 2020 and 2021, on the memorial list we recognized singers who passed away since the last session of this singing, in 2019. The memorial list included Rebecca Over, Margaret Spurlock, Ken Sundberg, Aubrey Barfield, Richard DeLong, Bentley McGuire, Leigh DuPre, Joan Aldridge, Gregory Smith, Landis Powell, Margaret Speer-Manus, Bill Beverly, Bill Windom, and Coy Ivey. David Brodeur led 506, and the memorial lesson was closed with prayer offered by Jeannette DePoy.

Leaders: Malinda Snow 75; Nicole Bowman 344; David Smead 318; Bill DuPre 475 (in memory of Leigh DuPre); Mark Bumgardner 85; Jesse P. Karlsberg 423; Nathan Rees 103.

LUNCH

The class was brought back to order by Andy Ditzler and Shawn Taylor leading 270. Leaders: Cathy Bonk 84; Christy Sinksen 107; Ryan Bowman 455; Jesse P. Karlsberg 377; Bill Hollingsworth 365; Nicole Bowman 127; Nathan Rees 325; Lauren Bock 57; Ellen Ray 460; Bill DuPre 146; Lilith Smith 267; Lisa Bennett 71; Mark Bumgardner 117; John Plunkett 38b (in memory of John Redman); Bert Collins 542; Malinda Snow 540; Glenda Collins 566; Jeannette DePoy 448b; David Smead 41; Ellen Ray 111b; Ryan Bowman 535; David Brodeur and Isaac Robledo 479. After announcements, Andy Ditzler led 45b as the closing song. Bill Hollingsworth offered the closing prayer.

Chairman—Andy Ditzler; Vice Chairman—Jeannette DePoy; Secretary/Treasurer—David Smead

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Atlanta Sacred Harp Singing

Westside Park Pavilion, Atlanta, Georgia
Sat, Apr 22, '23

The 4th annual Atlanta Sacred Harp Singing was called to order at 10:00 a.m. by Andy Ditzler leading 46. Scott DePoy offered the opening prayer.

The following officers were elected or appointed to serve: Chairman—Andy Ditzler; Vice Chairman—Bill DuPre; Secretary—David Smead; Treasurer—Lisa Bennett; Arranging Officer—Shawn Taylor.

Leaders: Andy Ditzler 360; Bill DuPre 53; David Smead 300; Shawn Taylor 392; Jeannette DePoy 339; Lisa Bennett and Benjamin Van Winkle 318; Glenda Collins 124; David Brodeur 391; Esther Morgan-Ellis 270; John Plunkett 431; Jim Neal 406; Tajin Rogers 128; Mark Noonan 312b; Neva Garrett 480; Bert Collins 542; Benjamin Van Winkle 102; James Burrell and Andy Ditzler 48t; Lauren Bock 283.

RECESS

Andy Ditzler, Adam DeBruler, and Kristen DeBruler brought the class back to order by leading 145t. Leaders: John Whittemore 40; Lucey Rose Karlsberg 146; Kelly Morris 147t; Jerusha Wheeler 59; Phillip Langley 171; Clay Zeller-Townson 33b; Bridge Kennedy 276; Jesse P. Karlsberg 302; Karen Morris 299.

John Plunkett conducted the memorial lesson. He spoke about the importance of connections in the Sacred Harp community. The sick and shut-ins list included Cathy White, Susan Firestone, Mary Crowder, and Caroline Wootten. The memorial list included George Burnette, Philip Denney, Mack Langley, Key Langley, Virginia Dyer—Georgia; Ann Simpson, Norma Green, J.L. Hopper, Hubert Nall, Marlon Wootten—Alabama; Lydia Lewallen, Larry Bumgardner, Harry Mamlin—North Carolina. John Plunkett led 330b, and the memorial lesson was closed with prayer offered by Jeannette DePoy.

Leaders: Scott DePoy 179; Dolan Dolan-Wolfe 284; Nathan Rees 100; Joan Durdin 45t; Taylor Ward 163t; Andy Ditzler 291; Jim Neal 496; Lisa Bennett 38b; Shawn Taylor 383.

LUNCH

The class was brought back to order by Andy Ditzler and Andrea Angott leading 84. Leaders: Mark Noonan 410t; Andy Ditzler and Shawn Taylor 142; Clay Zeller-Townson 86; Dolan Dolan-Wolfe 95; Tajin Rogers 47b; Taylor Ward 58; Glenda Collins 63; Bridge Kennedy 168; Esther Morgan-Ellis 113; Nathan Rees 474; Benjamin Van Winkle and Lisa Bennett 242; Neva Garrett 155; Bert Collins 35; Phillip Langley 440; Laura Akerman 192; Kelly Morris 159; Jerusha Wheeler 200; John Whittemore 34t; Karen Morris 430; Jessalyn Miller and Esther Morgan-Ellis 133; Dolan Dolan-Wolfe 77t; David Smead 177; Taylor Ward 89; Laura Akerman 224; Clay Zeller-Townson 198; Bridge Kennedy 500; Tajin Rogers 148; Bill DuPre 475; Adam DeBruler and Lauren Bock 268. After announcements, Andy Ditzler and Bill DuPre led 347 as the closing song. Jim Neal offered the closing prayer.

Chairman—Andy Ditzler; Vice Chairman—Bill DuPre; Secretary—David Smead

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Atlanta Sacred Harp Singing

Westside Park Pavilion, Atlanta, Georgia
Sat, Apr 27, '24

The fifth annual Atlanta Sacred Harp Singing was called to order at 10:00 a.m. by Andy Ditzler leading 49t. Bill DuPre offered the opening prayer.

The following officers were elected or appointed to serve: Chairman—Andy Ditzler; Vice Chairman—Bill DuPre; Secretary—David Smead; Treasurer—Lisa Bennett; Arranging Officer—David Brodeur.

Leaders: Andy Ditzler 134 (for Susan Archie in memory of Janet Smith); Bill DuPre 32t, 475 (in memory of Leigh DuPre); David Brodeur 38b (International lesson with the East Midlands Sacred Harp Convention, where Hannah Land led the same song at the same time); David Smead 52b, 389; Shawn Taylor 100, 101t; Lisa Bennett 168, 272; Abigail Cannon 42, 277; Phillip Langley 110; Lily Hammond 472; Esther Morgan-Ellis and Mary Clare DeReuil 114; Karen Edwards 290; Cathy Bonk 117; Bill Hollingsworth 489; Dan Edwards 497.

RECESS

Jerusha Wheeler brought the class back to order by leading 276. Leaders: Christy Sinksen 448t; Lauren Bock 286; Jose Camacho and Erick Rubio 183; Julia Zaffarano 47b; Bridge Hill Kennedy 448b; Steve Luttinen 39b; Nathan Rees 64; Stephanie Fida 344; Judy Mincey 464; Esther Morgan-Ellis 414 (for the upcoming college graduation of Abigail Cannon and Lily Hammond); John Plunkett 141; Abigail Cannon 208; Bill Hollingsworth 250; Jose Martinez 323b; Lily Hammond 178; Lisa Bennett and David Brodeur 56b; Phillip Langley 399b; Jesse P. Karlsberg 458; Karen Edwards 383; Jerusha Wheeler 107.

LUNCH

The class was brought back to order by Abigail Cannon leading 30t. Leaders: Christy Sinksen 29t; Judy Mincey and Jimmy Hardy 291; Steve Luttinen 198; Jose Camacho 410t; Bridge Hill Kennedy 192; Stephanie Fida 372; Sasha Hsuczyk 56t; Bill Hollingsworth 180; Mark Davis 556; Jesse P. Karlsberg 371; Julia Zaffarano 430; Esther Morgan-Ellis 300 (for Yawen Li); Lisa Davis 200; Lauren Bock and Lucey Rose Karlsberg 46; Lily Hammond 282; Nathan Rees 382; Dan Edwards 203; John Plunkett 466; Stephanie Fida 500; Cathy Bonk 128; Steve Luttinen 375; Mark Davis 481; Julia Zaffarano 455; Bridge Hill Kennedy 142; Jose Camacho 384; Esther Morgan-Ellis 240; Andy Ditzler 454. After announcements, Andy Ditzler led 521 as the closing song. Bill DuPre offered the closing prayer.

Chairman—Andy Ditzler; Vice Chairman—Bill DuPre; Secretary—David Smead

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Atlanta Sacred Harp Singing

Atlanta, Georgia
Sat, Apr 26, '25

The 6th annual Atlanta Sacred Harp Singing was held at the First Existentialist Congregation of Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia, on Saturday before the fourth Sunday in April. The class was called to order at 10:00 a.m. by Andy Ditzler leading 77b. Bill DuPre offered the opening prayer.

The following officers were elected or appointed to serve: Chairman—Andy Ditzler; Vice Chairman—Bill DuPre; Secretary—David Smead; Treasurer—Lisa Bennett; Arranging Officer—Shawn Taylor.

Leaders: Andy Ditzler 187; Bill DuPre 70t; David Smead 71; Malinda Snow 72b; David Brodeur 228 (International Lesson with the East Midlands Sacred Harp Convention, where Hannah Land led the same song at the same time); John Plunkett 459; Joan Durdin 148; Lela Crowder 138b; Christy Sinksen 448t; Judy Mincey 564; Phillip Langley 460; Jesse P. Karlsberg and Ally Snyder 146; Daniel Edwards 56b; Doug Allison 53; Daniel Lee 489; Pat Lowder 198; Michael Spencer 420.

RECESS

Shawn Taylor brought the class back to order leading 105. The chairman turned the singing over to Jesse P. Karlsberg of the Revision-Music Committee for the singing and recording of two songs being considered for the forthcoming revision of The Sacred Harp. Leaders: Nathan Rees; Jesse P. Karlsberg. We then resumed our regular singing. Leaders: Lisa Bennett and Connie Caird 154; Karen Edwards 276; MaryClare DeReuil and Andy Ditzler 47b; Jim Neal 81t; Susan Lee 32b; Kelsey Rasp and David Brodeur 183; Barbara Lehr and Nadia Bolz-Weber 268; Hannah Richardson and Shawn Taylor 163t; Bill Hollingsworth 236; Kathy Smith and Ellen McNeill 159; Danarieza Villa and Jose Camacho 99; Bridge Hill Kennedy 155; Nadia Bolz-Weber 142; Carol Statella and Gail Doss 86; Nathan Rees 353; Ellen McNeill and Joyce McNeill 162, 45t; Rosemarie Yntema 384. Bridge Hill Kennedy offered the prayer for the noontime meal.

LUNCH

Phillip Langley called the class to order leading 100. Leaders: Niklas Vollmer, Sarah Dixon, and Andy Ditzler 112; Daniel Lee 302; Gail Doss 192; Barbara Lehr, Watts Allen, and Nadia Bolz-Weber 178; Jose Camacho 272; Susan Lee 542; Sasha Hsuczyk 440; Nadia Bolz-Weber and Andy Ditzler 319; Bridge Hill Kennedy 89; Nathan Rees 181; Duffy 203; Eric Byrd 282; Jake Blues Harmon and Lisa Bennett 522; Pat Lowder 117; Christy Sinksen 107; Amy Wells and Corinne Wells 472; Judy Mincey 320; Lela Crowder 157; Michael Spencer 370; David Smead and Maureen Wallin 504; Bill Hollingsworth 186; Jim Neal 496; Ellen McNeill and Joyce McNeill 32t. After announcements, Andy Ditzler led 382 as the closing song. Nadia Bolz-Weber gave the closing prayer, and the class was dismissed.

Chairman—Andy Ditzler; Vice Chairman—Bill DuPre; Secretary—David Smeadcalled to order at 10:00 a.m. by Andy Ditzler leading 77b. Bill DuPre offered the opening prayer.

The following officers were elected or appointed to serve: Chairman—Andy Ditzler; Vice Chairman—Bill DuPre; Secretary—David Smead; Treasurer—Lisa Bennett; Arranging Officer—Shawn Taylor.

Leaders: Andy Ditzler 187; Bill DuPre 70t; David Smead 71; Malinda Snow 72b; David Brodeur 228 (International Lesson with the East Midlands Sacred Harp Convention, where Hannah Land led the same song at the same time); John Plunkett 459; Joan Durdin 148; Lela Crowder 138b; Christy Sinksen 448t; Judy Mincey 564; Phillip Langley 460; Jesse P. Karlsberg and Ally Snyder 146; Daniel Edwards 56b; Doug Allison 53; Daniel Lee 489; Pat Lowder 198; Michael Spencer 420.

RECESS

Shawn Taylor brought the class back to order leading 105. The chairman turned the singing over to Jesse P. Karlsberg of the Revision-Music Committee for the singing and recording of two songs being considered for the forthcoming revision of The Sacred Harp. Leaders: Nathan Rees; Jesse P. Karlsberg. We then resumed our regular singing. Leaders: Lisa Bennett and Connie Caird 154; Karen Edwards 276; MaryClare DeReuil and Andy Ditzler 47b; Jim Neal 81t; Susan Lee 32b; Kelsey Rasp and David Brodeur 183; Barbara Lehr and Nadia Bolz-Weber 268; Hannah Richardson and Shawn Taylor 163t; Bill Hollingsworth 236; Kathy Smith and Ellen McNeill 159; Danarieza Villa and Jose Camacho 99; Bridge Hill Kennedy 155; Nadia Bolz-Weber 142; Carol Statella and Gail Doss 86; Nathan Rees 353; Ellen McNeill and Joyce McNeill 162, 45t; Rosemarie Yntema 384. Bridge Hill Kennedy offered the prayer for the noontime meal.

LUNCH

Phillip Langley called the class to order leading 100. Leaders: Niklas Vollmer, Sarah Dixon, and Andy Ditzler 112; Daniel Lee 302; Gail Doss 192; Barbara Lehr, Watts Allen, and Nadia Bolz-Weber 178; Jose Camacho 272; Susan Lee 542; Sasha Hsuczyk 440; Nadia Bolz-Weber and Andy Ditzler 319; Bridge Hill Kennedy 89; Nathan Rees 181; Duffy 203; Eric Byrd 282; Jake Blues Harmon and Lisa Bennett 522; Pat Lowder 117; Christy Sinksen 107; Amy Wells and Corinne Wells 472; Judy Mincey 320; Lela Crowder 157; Michael Spencer 370; David Smead and Maureen Wallin 504; Bill Hollingsworth 186; Jim Neal 496; Ellen McNeill and Joyce McNeill 32t. After announcements, Andy Ditzler led 382 as the closing song.

Nadia Bolz-Weber gave the closing prayer, and the class was dismissed.

Chairman—Andy Ditzler; Vice Chairman—Bill DuPre; Secretary—David Smead

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

ALPHARETTA ANNUAL SINGING

June 9,1968

The One-Hundredth Session was opened by Chairman Doris Delong singing No. 101. Prayer by Gregg Wood. Chairman sang No. 318 and by request sang No. 82. These leaders were called: Thelma Finley 294, 282; Michael Wilkinson 73, 63; Lois Cagle 523,452. Chairman appointed Elmer Johnson and Hoyt Crowe as Arranging Committee for the day and Hazel Cagle as Secretary. Hoyt Crowe sang 123T, 35.

Recess

Class called to order by Chairman singing 275. The Committee called the following leaders: Lynn Crowe 124, 176T; Becky Roland 217, 384; Kim Cagle 460, 371; Leola Wright 94, 434; Horace Delong 436, 111B; Hattie Threatt 129, 172; Hubert Reeves 171, 234; M.C. Sterling 135, 119; Herman Wilkinson 204, 288; Anna Smith 212,186; William Delong 47T, 159.

Dismissed for lunch

Opened by Chairman singing 572. Leaders: B.G. Wood 378, 421; Hazel Cagle 543, 365; Jack Corley 110, 328; Mrs. Witt and Mrs. Williamon (twins) 215, 112, 360, 300; Alvin Cagle 340, 454; W. W. Kidd 65, 314; H. S. Barron 49B, 138B; G. B. Brumbelow 108, 270; Ruby Delong 76, 30T; John Henry Blake 566, 46; Jack Cagle 64, 441.

Recess

Chairman called the class to order by singing 343, 392. Collected $18.18 for minutes. By request Hubert Reeves sang No. 153. These leaders called: Henry Cook 68, 146; Berry Wilkinson 101,164; Janice Paulk 478, 512; Donald Delong 412,104; Flora Oakes 373, 298; Clifford Cook 144, 129; Carol Henson 182, 222; Tommy Henson 36, 299; Sadie Wilkinson 313, 100; Sandra Wilson 411, 345T; Elmer Johnson 77; Velma Johnson 45, 290, 499. Chairman invited everyone back one year from today. Class re-elected Doris Delong as Chairman and W.W. Kidd as Vice Chairman for next year. After announcements it was requested that Leola Wright sing 196. After singing No. 62 class was dismissed by Berry Wilkinson.

Doris Delong, Chairman
W. W. Kidd, Vice Chairman
Hazel Cagle, Secretary

Source: One-Hundredth Annual Session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention. Courtesy of Jesse P. Karlsberg.

ALPHARETTA ANNUAL SINGING

June 8, 1969

The Annual Singing was held in the Alpharetta Municipal Auditorium on the Second Sunday in June. Chairman Doris DeLong called the class to order by singing No. 75. Chairman asked Hoyt Crowe and Elmer Johnson to serve on the Arranging Committee. Hazel Cagle was appointed secretary. Chairman led No. 378. Leaders called were: Jimmy Mann 333, 358; Dale Crowe 65, 100; Lyn Crowe 124, 282; Faye Tolbert 153,186; Kimzy Cagle 318, 36; Kenneth DeLong 480, 365; Velma Johnson 491, 499.

Recess

Singing was resumed by Chairman singing No. 288 in memory of Mr. C.P. Brady. Leaders: Horace DeLong 384, 434; Hattie Threatt 31-B, 37; Hazel Cagle 448-B, 448-T; Leola Wright 327, 316; Hoyt Cagle 498, 383; Dwaine Cagle 63, 58; Herman Wilkinson 235, 285; Jack Corley 138-B, 110; Marcena Wilkinson 73-T, 155; Anna Smith 182, 98; Michael Wilkinson 460, 32-T; Marteca Wilkinson 40, 64.

Dismissed for Lunch

After lunch the Chairman called the class to order by singing No. 82 for Mr. Adams who has been in the hospital but is present with us today. The following leaders were called: Elmer Johnson 123-T, 81-T; Ruby DeLong 290, 76-B; Hubert Reeves 354, 218; H.S. Barron 49, 565; Sara Grimes 412, 454; William DeLong 89, 387; Jack Cagle 208, 551; Violet Thomas 343, 189; Bill Avery 325; Hoyt Crowe 112, 127.

Recess

The class was called together after recess by Chairman singing 392 & 275. $28.53 was donated to the minute fund. Others who followed: W.W. Kidd 277, 69, 48; John Henry Blake 35, 46, 340; Bob Cook 203, 341; George Brumbelow 204, 270; Sandra Wilkinson 300, 274-T; Bennie Faith 192, 146; Sadie Wilkinson 313, 145; Doyle DeLong 171. Mr. Glenn Wills requested Hubert Reeves to sing 154 & 45. By request Chairman sang 457. Class entered into a short business session. Unanimously elected the same officers - Doris DeLong, Chairman and W.W. Kidd, Vice Chairman. Jack Cagle announced the Singing School beginning tomorrow night at Boiling Springs Church and running for 10 days. School to be taught by Doris DeLong. After announcements Chairman Doris DeLong and Vice Chairman W.W. Kidd led No. 62. Dismissed by Hubert Reeves.

Doris DeLong, Chairman

W.W. Kidd, Vice Chairman

Hazel Cagle, Secretary

Source: 1969, One Hundred First Annual Session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention. Courtesy of Jesse P. Karlsberg.

ANNUAL SINGING - Alpharetta, Georgia

June 13, 1971

The 103rd Annual Session met in the Municipal Auditorium on the second Sunday in June. Chairman Doris DeLong called the class to order with No. 75. Prayer by Sister Wills. Chairman appointed Elmer Johnson, Kimzy Cagle and Kenneth DeLong as Arranging Committee. Hazel Cagle was appointed Secretary. Chairman sang No. 172. The Committee called these leaders: Jimmy Mann 480, 358; Heidi DeLong 354; Matt DeLong 124; Dale Crowe 35, 30-T; E. C. Bowen 283, 318; Mr. Corrone 43, 47-B; Arlene Garrison 189, 212; Gerry DeLong 327, 204; Louie Cagle 182, 340.

Recess

Singing resumed by Chairman leading No. 544. Leaders called: Lyn Crowe 341, 438; Lucrease Hall 236; Ernest Parker 99, 72-B; Christine Garrison 569-B, 490; Jack Corley 300, 328; Mrs. J. C. Kendrick 491, 220; Hoyt Crowe 123-T, 112; Velma Johnson 111, 565; Kenneth DeLong 412, 551; Mary Lou Cagle 460, 498; Joe Garrison 146, 153 by request.

Lunch

After lunch the Chairman called the class together with Nos. 192, 392. Others who led: Elmer Johnson 135, 270; Janice Paulk 478, 386; J. C. Kendrick 513, 36-B; Hattie Threatt 434, 224; Jr. Ball 186, 384; Cansata Weatherford 362, 512; Horace DeLong 390, 348; Kim Cagle 441, 371; Leola Wright 236, 400; Donald DeLong 436, 269; Dollie Hudgins and Ricky DeLong 119, 294. $44.00 was contributed for printing minutes and other expenses. ($5.00 of this money was returned by the class for services rendered.)

Recess

No. 275 was used by the Chairman to call the class to order. Leaders: Jack Cagle 208, 489; Ruby DeLong 290, 76-B; Hoyt Cagle 302; W. W. Kidd 73-T; Hazel Cagle 304; Sara Grimes 306, 380; John Henry Blake 46, 81-T; Diane Ball 143, 147-T; O. B. Garrison 445, 45; George Brumbelow 108-T, 335. Chairman spoke a few words of thanks to all of those in Alpharetta for the splendid support of the singing. Mr. Wills made a short speech also thanking the people. During the Business Session that followed, the class re-elected Doris DeLong as Chairman and W. W. Kidd as Vice Chairman. Announcements. After singing No. 62 the class was dismissed by Jack Cagle.

Doris DeLong, Chairman
W. W. Kidd, Vice Chairman
Hazel Cagle, Secretary

Source: 1971, One Hundred Third Annual Session Of The Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention. Courtesy of Jesse P. Karlsberg.

ANNUAL SINGING - Alpharetta, Georgia
June 11, 1972

On the second Sunday in June the Annual Session met in the Municipal Auditorium. After a few words Chairman Doris DeLong began the singing with No. 97. Prayer by Joe Garrison. Chairman led No. 378-T. The following led: Carol Cagle 319, 35; Arlene Garrison 358, 164; Cansata Weatherford 569-B, 512; Louie Cagle 206, 343; George Brumbelow 335, 108-T; Lucrease Hall 108-B, 313. Appointed Louie Cagle, George Brumbelow, Elmer Johnson and Hoyt Crowe as Arranging Committee.

Recess

The Chairman called the class together with No. 275-B. Those who led: Ernest Parker 109, 59; Lynn Crowe 159, 124; Joe Garrison 426-T, 36-B; Hoyt Crowe 75, 123-T; Velma Johnson 290, 441; B. G. Wood 146, 420-B; Dolly Hudgins and Ricky DeLong 82, 119; Christine Garrison 491, 490; Elmer Johnson 135, 270.

Dismissed for Lunch

After lunch the Chairman called the class to order with Nos. 76-B and 192. Leaders: H. S. Barron 68-B, 565; Cansata Weatherford 39-B, 78; Hoyt Cagle 498, 480; Sarah Grimes 454, 380; Horace DeLong 348-B, 384; by request Doris DeLong led No. 153 for Glenn Wills; Tony Russo No. 45 by request; Leola Wright by request 328 and 110 for Jack Corley; Janice Paulk 478, 544; Kenneth DeLong 222, 269; Jack Cagle 119 by request, 208; John Henry Blake 204, 155.

Recess

The singing continued with the Chairman singing Nos. 318 and 392. Others who led: Herman Wilkinson 40, 235-B; Brady Weaver 445, 72-B; Hattie Threatt 114, 98; Elder Shirley Kelley 452-B, 282; Doyle DeLong 460, 171; B. G. Wood 426-B, Herman Wilkinson 339, 290.

Doris DeLong, Chairman

(Minute not signed when submitted.)

Source: 1972, One Hundred Fourth Annual Session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention. Courtesy of Jesse P. Karlsberg.

ANNUAL SINGING - Alpharetta, Georgia
June 10, 1973

On the second Sunday in June the 105th annual session met in the Municipal Auditorium. Chairman Doris DeLong used No. 48-T as the opening song. Bro. Jack Corley led the morning prayer. The Chairman appointed Kim Cagle, Jack Corley and Elmer as Arranging Committee. Chairman led No. 460. Committee called: Dollie Hudgins 82-T, 58; Lyn Crowe 35, 108-B; Ricky DeLong 153, 294; Sharon Tolbert 73-B, 401; Faye Day 186, 457; Mary Lou Cagle 452, 489; Jack Corley 300, 110.

Recess

The Chairman called the class together with No. 318. Leaders: Lucrease Hall 213, 99; Hoyt Crowe 36-B, 341; Jessie Lee Bishop 282, 283; Horace DeLong 204, 384; Velma Johnson 569, 499; Bill Avery 31-B, 37-T; LaMerle McKinney 72-T, 72-B; Elmer Johnson 89, 335.

Lunch

The afternoon session was begun by the Chairman leading No. 392. Others who led: Kim Cagle 441, 328; Hazel Cagle 224, 301; Daniel Hudson 482, 512; Leola Wright 114, 67; Herman Wilkinson 299, 285-T; Cansada Weatherford 129, 513; Hoyt Cagle 43, 417; Catherine Garrison 45-T, 445; Doyle DeLong 189; Hattie Threatt 434, 430; John Henry Blake 46, 155. The class donated $42.20 to the Fund while the Chairman led No. 410-T.

recess

The class was called to order with No. 192 by the Chairman. Leaders: Jack Cagle 144, 551; Anna Gunter 182, 98; O. B. Garrison 343, 348; Elder Shirley Kelly 147-T, 334; George Brumbelow 270, 406; Sue Tolbert 354; Jessie Lee Bishop 383, 560; Bill Avery 498, 132. Chairman gave a word of thanks to those who prepared for the singing. Then he led No. 403 in memory of all those who had attended this singing in years past but are now deceased. The Business Session was held at this time. Doris DeLong was re-elected as Chairman, Hoyt Cagle was elected as Vice Chairman and Hazel Cagle was re-elected as Secretary. Announcements. Chairman sang No. 62. Dismissed with prayer by Elder Shirley Kelley.

Doris DeLong, Chairman
Hazel Cagle, Secretary

Error - Recess

Source: 1973, One Hundred Fifth Annual Session Of The Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention. Courtesy of Jesse P. Karlsberg.

ANNUAL SINGING - Alpharetta, Georgia
June 8, 1975

The 107th Annual Session was held on the second Sunday in June in the Municipal Auditorium. The Chairman Doris DeLong, after a few opening remarks, began the singing with No. 101. Prayer by Hubert Reeves. Chairman appointed Elmer Johnson, Kim Cagle and Kenneth DeLong as Arranging Committee for the day. Chairman led No. 544. Committee called: Heidi DeLong 318, 97; Matt DeLong 31-B, 48-T; Hubert Reeves 112, 343, 354; Sara Grimes 283, 39-B; Loy Garrison 137, 498; Mary Lou Cagle 490, 512; Jack Corley 114, 300; Hattie Threatt 177, 159.

Recess

The Chairman called the class together after recess with No. 460. Leaders: Doyle DeLong 171, 189; Velma Johnson 569, 565; H. S. Barron 49-B, 138-B; Janice Paulk 371, 386; Hoyt Crowe 341, 75; Rachel Paulk 155; Kenneth DeLong 316, 154; Leola Wright 89, 441; Jack Paulk 63, 73-B; Elmer Johnson 135, 270; Doris DeLong 192 and 401 by request.

Lunch

No. 57 and 392 by the Chairman began the afternoon session. Others who led: George Brumbelow 37-B, 335; Horace DeLong 348, 384; Daniel Hudson 482, 77-T; Dollie Hudgins 82-T, 108-T; Hoyt Cagle 480, 542; Herman Wilkinson 383, 285-T; Hazel Cagle 91, 161; Elder W.S. Kelley 45-T, 282; Shirley DeLong Lewis 99, 222; John Henry Blake 204, 186; Chairman sang No. 319 for Dr. Walker. Minutes and flower fund - $44.75.

Recess

Vice Chairman Hoyt Cagle began the last session with No. 28-B. Leaders: Kim Cagle 32-T, 373; Becky Lindsey 457, 217; Elder Carl Dockery 288, 290; Lois Hall 127, 129; Hazel Cagle 434, 291; Hoyt Cagle 302, 428; Doris DeLong led No. 403 in memory of Mr. C. P. Brady. A short Business Session was called. The class re-elected Doris DeLong as Chairman, Hoyt Cagle as Vice Chairman and Hazel Cagle as secretary. Chairman led No. 153 and thanked the Mayor and Council for the use of the building. Announcements. Chairman led No. 62. Closing prayer by Daniel Hudson.

Doris DeLong, Chairman
Hoyt Cagle, Vice Chairman
Hazel Cagle, Secretary

Source: 1975, One Hundred Seventh Annual Session Of The Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention. Courtesy of Jesse P. Karlsberg.

ANNUAL SINGING- Alpharetta, Georgia
June 12,1977

The 109th session of this annual singing, held in the Municipal Auditorium, was begun by Chairman Doris DeLong using No. 348. Prayer by Elmer Johnson. The Chairman appointed Elmer Johnson and Kim Cagle as Arranging Committee for the day. Chairman led No. 544. Committee called: Matt DeLong 294, 318; Cindy Ruble 63, 75; Loy Garrison 489, 74-B; Heidi DeLong 177, 108-B; Jack Corley 168, 328; Mary Lou Cagle 498, 480; Jack Paulk 147T, 569; Kecia Bowen 354, 445; Bobby Cagle 283, 566; Rachel Paulk 204,275-B.

Recess

Chairman called the class together with Nos. 192. Leaders: Rebecca Paulk 154, 331; Velma Johnson 490, 491; Horace DeLong 434, 384; Dollie Hudgins 82-T, 108-T; Rick DeLong 542, 100; Cansada Weatherford 565, 138-B; Elmer Johnson 123-T, 135; Leola Wright 36-B, 67; Kenneth DeLong 446, 294; Kim Cagle 32-T, 176-B.

Lunch

After lunch Hoyt Cagle began the afternoon session with Nos.31-B, 37-B. Others who led: Janice Paulk 311, 530; Hazel Cagle 561, 280; Loy Garrison 512, 462; George Brumbelow 335, 270; Mary Lou Cagle 200, 189; Bobby Cagle 499, 99; Velma Johnson 288, 441; Horace DeLong 45-T, 460; Leola Wright 327, 114; Kenneth DeLong 479, 120; Cansada Weatherford 543, 362; Cindy Ruble 401, 541.

Recess

Elmer Johnson began after recess with No.48-T, followed by Hazel Cagle 365, 436; Herman Wilkinson 277, 285T; Janice Paulk 70T,386; Kim Cagle 186; Leola Wright 236 by request, 339; Doris DeLong 319 for Mr. Walker and Dr. Walker; 392, 341 by request, 544, 403 in memory of all singers. Chairman gave short tribute to those singers and supporters whom we miss today....Mr. Wills, Hattie Threatt and others. Class reelected these officers for another year - Doris DeLong, Chairman Hoyt Cagle, Vice Chairman - Hazel Cagle, Secretary. Announcements. Chairman invited everyone to come back one year from now. Chairman and Vice Chairman led No. 62. Louis Coleman dismissed the class with prayer.

Doris DeLong, Chairman
Hoyt Cagle, Vice Chairman
Hazel Cagle, Secretary

Source: 1977, One Hundred Ninth Annual Session Of The Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention. Courtesy of Jesse P. Karlsberg.

ANNUAL SINGING - Alpharetta Courthouse
June 11, 1978

The 110th Annual Singing at the Alpharetta Courthouse was called to order by Chairman Doris DeLong leading pages 101 and 544. Opening prayer by Mrs. Glenn Wills. Chairman appointed Elmer Johnson and Jack Paulk as Arranging Committee for the day. Cindy Ruble was elected as secretary. The following leaders were called by the committee: Rachel Paulk 204, 275; Rebecca Paulk 153, 388; Cindy Ruble 108, 401; Richard DeLong 277, 208; Elmer Johnson 81, 270; Dolly Hudgins 342, 82; Jack Paulk 147, 569; Janice Paulk 446, 70.

Recess

Chairman opened with page 43 followed by: Jack Corley 300, 328; Cansada Weatherford 120, 260; Shirley Lewis 460, 63; Junior Ball 318, 112; Leola Wright 89, 316; Horace DeLong 192, 348; Mary Lou Cagle 171, 200; Kenneth DeLong 437, 321; Hoyt Cagle 428, 542; Elizabeth Tolbert 186, 339.

Lunch

Class resumed singing with Hoyt Cagle leading pages 37 and 425. Committee then called: Cindy Ruble 480, 127; Rachel Paulk 154, 155; Rebecca Paulk 153; George Brumbelow 335, 445; Kecia Goodin 36, 354; Elder Roy Davis 129, 47-T; John Sundell 59, 268; Bobby Cagle 566, 386; Elder William Cagle 39, 137; Richard DeLong 313, 436; Rachel Lindsey 45, 46; Horace DeLong 434, 384.

Recess

Chairman Doris DeLong called class to order and led page 288, "White", in memory of C.P. Brady and all singers of the past who were dedicated to the "Alpharetta June Singing", and page 319. By request "Angel Band" was led in memory of Joel B. Parrish. Following leaders were called: Elder Shirley Kelley 32, 282; Lucresee Hall 213, 40; Charlie Weltner 100, Leola Wright 236. A memorial lesson was then led by these leaders: Doris DeLong for Glenn Wills, 43 for O.C. Shirley; Hoyt Cagle 417 for all fathers and mothers of singers; Doris DeLong 293 and 114 in memory of Hattie Threatt. Business session was called and all officers re-elected. Doris DeLong as Chairman, Hoyt Cagle, Vice Chairman, Cindy Ruble, Secretary. Business session closed.

Chairman sang 403 and thanked the community for giving us the privilege of holding singings in the Alpharetta Courthouse each year. He and Vice Chairman then led page 162 and class was dismissed by prayer by Elder Shirley Kelley.

Doris DeLong, Chairman
Hoyt Cagle, Vice Chairman
Cindy Ruble, Secretary
Mary Lou Cagle, Alternate Secretary

Source: 1978, One Hundred Tenth Annual Session Of The Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention. Courtesy of Jesse P. Karlsberg.

ANNUAL SINGING - Alpharetta, Georgia
Municipal Auditorium
June 10,1979

The 111th Annual Session was begun by Chairman Doris DeLong leading No. 101-T. The opening prayer was offered by Mrs. Wills. Elmer Johnson and Kim Cagle were appointed as Arranging Committee. The Chairman then led No. 441. These leaders were called: Patricia Ruble 75, 101; Ricky DeLong 33-B, 89; Cindy Ruble 108-B, 480; Dollie Hudgins 82-T, 373; Loy Garrison 410-T, 489; Velma Johnson 569-B, 491; Raymond DeLong 112, 318, Violet Thomas 170,153; Jack Corley 65,168.

Recess

Vice Chairman Hoyt Cagle called the class together by using No. 37-B. Those who followed were: Elmer Johnson 32-T, 48-T; Mary Lou Cagle 358, 498; Horace DeLong 348, 204; Cansada Weatherford 426-T, 512; Hazel Cagle 369, 337; John Sundell 159, 36-B; Kim Cagle 176-B, 186; Lucrease Hall 213, 282; Charlotte Kelley 283, 460.

Lunch

No. 544 by the Chairman began the singing after lunch. Leola Wright who is in Northside Hospital requested that the class sing No. 114. Leaders: Johnny Cagle 147-T, 99; Rebecca Paulk 388, 154; Elder William Cagle 499, 98; Faye Day 335, 323-B; Rachel Paulk 145-T, 155; Bobby Cagle 78, 137; O.B. Garrison 290, 390; Jack Paulk 46, 73-B; George Brumbelow 144, 270; Janice Paulk 465, 70-T, Brady Weaver 354, 35, Donation for minutes and flowers $41.65.

Recess

The singing continued with the Chairman using No. 192. Others who led: Violet Thomas 189, 143; Elder Shirley Kelley 45-T, 445; Becky Almond 171, 217; Lucrease Hall 343; Ricky DeLong 138, Horace DeLong 384, 340; Mary Lou Cagle 200, Velma Johnson 111-B, 111-T; Chairman led No. 403 in memory of Mr. Wills, Mr. Walker, Mr. Brady and many others. During the Business Session that followed, the class re-elected all officers for another year - Doris DeLong, Chairman; Hoyt Cagle, Vice Chairman and Hazel Cagle, Secretary. Chairman thanked city officials for use of the building. Announcements. Chairman led No. 392. Chairman and Vice Chairman sang No. 62. Closing prayer by Elder William Cagle.

Doris DeLong, Chairman
Hoyt Cagle, Vice Chairman
Hazel Cagle, Secretary

Source: 1979, One Hundred Eleventh Annual Session Of The Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention. Courtesy of Jesse P. Karlsberg.

ANNUAL SINGING - Municipal Auditorium
Alpharetta, Georgia
June 8, 1980

The 112th Annual Session was begun with a few words of welcome by the Chairman Doris DeLong after which he began the singing with No. 441. Prayer by Mrs. Wills. Appointed Elmer Johnson and Jack Corley as Arranging Committee. Chairman led No. 544 after which the Committee called Matthew DeLong 460, 137; Cindy Ruble 155, 208; Rachel Paulk 145-T, 318; Patricia Ruble 46, 101-T; Daniel Hudson 168, 205; Cansada Weatherford 523, 513; Kenneth DeLong 120, 39-B; Horace DeLong 387, 192; Leola Wright 196, 203; Kim Cagle 186, 200.

Recess

The Chairman called the class to order with No. 43 followed by Hoyt Cagle 417; Janice Paulk 386, 295; Loy Garrison 33-B, 498; Hazel Cagle 298, 217; Rick DeLong 30-T, 430; Dollie Hudgins 61, 108-T. The class extended a welcome to Jesse Banks, age 101, and daughter Mrs. Stevens from Sandy Springs. Mary Lou Cagle 189, 480; Jack Corley 110, 300; Velma Johnson 569-B, 566; Lucrease Hall 99, 213, Elmer Johnson 123-T, 81-T.

Lunch

After lunch the singing was resumed with the Chairman leading No. 392. Leaders: Bobby Cagle 78, 283; Elder William Cagle 482, 499; George Brumbelow 335, 144; Rick DeLong 294, by request 426; Janice Paulk 465, 70-T; Leola Wright 236; Kenneth DeLong 543, 317; Cansada Weatherford 512, 149; Hoyt Cagle 542; Hazel Cagle 369, 269; Matthew DeLong 340, 204; Faye Day 457, 399; Rachel Paulk 75, 388.

Recess

No. 380 by the Chairman called the class together after which these leaders were called: Loy Garrison 154, 74-B; Becky Almond 384, 171; Daniel Hudson 343; Kim Cagle 32-T, 36-B; Horace DeLong 434, 348; Velma Johnson 28-B, 45-T; Doris DeLong led No. 288 in memory of Mr. C.P. Brady and No. 403 for all deceased supporters and lovers of Sacred Harp. The class retained all officers for another year. Everyone was invited back one year from today. Announcements. By request Janice Paulk led No. 358. Chairman led No. 62. Daniel Hudson led the closing prayer.

Doris DeLong, Chairman
Hoyt Cagle, Vice Chairman
Hazel Cagle, Secretary

Source: 1980, One Hundred Twelfth Annual Session Of The Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention. Courtesy of Jesse P. Karlsberg.

ANNUAL SINGING — Municipal Auditorium
Alpharetta, Georgia
June 14, 1981

The 113th Annual Session was begun by Kenneth DeLong leading Nos. 37-B and 30-B. He was followed by Doris DeLong who led No. 76-B. Elmer Johnson led the morning prayer. The Chairman Doris DeLong appointed Elmer Johnson to call the leaders for this session. Doris DeLong than led No. 544. The Vice Chairman, Hoyt Cagle, led Nos. 31-B and 32-T. Leaders called: Matt DeLong 384, 137; Rachel Paulk 145-T, 204; Kim Cagle 176-B, 186; Hazel Cagle 434, 336; Mary Lou Cagle 480, 171; Faye Day 108-B, 155; Leola Wright 159, 490. A portion of the singing was filmed by WSB-TV.

Recess

The class was called together by Doris DeLong leading No. 192 followed by: Janice Paulk 70-T, 498; Dolly Hudgins 61, 108-T; Richard DeLong 431, 426-B; Elmer Johnson 123-T, 135; Velma Johnson 569-B, 565, 147-T; Kenneth DeLong 141, 120, and 110 for Jack Corley who could not attend due to the illness of Mrs. Corley. Hoyt Cagle, 425, 345-T; Leola Wright 329, 177; Doris DeLong 45-T, 72 by request, 392 and 318.

Lunch

The singing continued after lunch with the Chairman leading No. 43. Those who followed: Matt DeLong 365, 196; Faye Day 114, 63; O.B. Garrison 499, 343; Violet Thomason 189, 170; Elder William Cagle 420, 512; Rebecca Paulk 358, 388; Bobby Cagle 78, 340; Richard DeLong 302, 405; Jack Paulk 73-B, 73-T; Elmer Johnson 77, 81-T; Dolly Hudgins 373, 82.

Recess

The singing resumed with the Chairman leading No. 135. Others who led: George Brumbelow 144, 270; Mrs. Ed Baker 220, 304; Jack Corley 341, 328; Janice Paulk 446, 362; Kim Cagle 460, 441; Leola Wright 457, 327; Alan Blake 288; Mary Lou Cagle 200, 294; Hazel Cagle 426, 452; Violet Thomason 143. During Business Session that followed, the class elected Doris DeLong as Chairman, Elmer Johnson, Vice Chairman and Hazel Cagle, Secretary. Doris DeLong then led No. 403 in memory of all deceased lovers and singers of Sacred Harp. Chairman and Vice Chairman led No. 62. Daniel Hudson dismissed the class with prayer.

Doris DeLong, Chairman
Hoyt Cagle, Vice Chairman
Hazel Cagle, Secretary

Source: 1981, One Hundred Thirteenth Annual Session Of The Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention. Courtesy of Jesse P. Karlsberg.

MUNICIPAL AUDITORIUM
Alpharetta, Georgia
June 13, 1982

After a few opening remarks, Doris DeLong began the 114th Session with Page No. 31-B. Prayer by Clarence DeLong. Appointed Hazel Cagle as Secretary and Elmer Johnson and Kim Cagle to the Arranging Committee. Chairman led No. 293. Leaders called: Cindy Ruble 46, 358; Dollie Hudgins 58, 373; Matt DeLong 384, 196; Patricia Ruble 155, 480; Loy Garrison 99, 498; Carolyn Lawson 490,159; William Headrick 42, 87; Mary Lou Cagle 204, 208; Helen Bryson 49-B, 137; Rachel Paulk 145-T, 318.

Recess

The class was called together by Elmer Johnson using Nos. 81-T and 77-T. Others who led: Leola Wright 73-T, 114; Richard DeLong 112, 110; Velma Johnson 569, 565; Morris Lawson 31-T, 285-T; Cansada Weatherford 499, 566; George Brumbelow 108-T, 37-B; Phil Summerlin 30-T, 405; Janice Paulk 120, 437; Hubert Reeves 218, 46; Faye Day 63, 186.

Lunch

The afternoon session was begun by the Chairman using No. 392 followed by: Hoyt Cagle 542; Hazel Cagle 183, 446; Horace DeLong 434, 348; Kim Cagle 460, 441; Kenneth DeLong 103, 409; S. W. McClellan 61, 45-T; O. B. Garrison 65, 75; Bobby Cagle 43, 283; Elder Shirley Kelley 288, 282; Robert Kendricks 72, 161; Leola Wright 236 by request; Richard DeLong 358 by request.

Recess

No. 192 by the Chairman called the class together. He was followed by: Elder William Cagle 420, 435; Kenneth DeLong 153 by request, 276; Allan Blake 341; Faye Day 457 by request; Richard DeLong and Matt DeLong 365 by request; Phil Summerlin 146, 147-T; Morris Lawson 68-B; S. W. McClellan 129, 128; William Headrick 215, 143; Elmer Johnson and Kim Cagle 371, 73-B; Carolyn Lawson 235. Class re-elected same officers for another year. Announcements. Chairman led No. 62. Closing prayer by Elder William Cagle.

Doris DeLong, Chairman
Hoyt Cagle, Vice Chairman
Hazel Cagle, Secretary

Source: 1982, One Hundred Fourteenth Annual Session Of The Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention. Courtesy of Jesse P. Karlsberg.

SEED AND FEED SACRED HARP SINGING

Atlanta, Georgia

Saturday, April 23, 1977

The first-ever Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on Saturday, April 23 at Kelly's Seed and Feed Theatre in downtown Atlanta. The class was called together by Kelly Morris, leading songs on pages 114 and 378b. Hugh McGraw then led song on page 181. The class was orgainzed by electing these officers: Chairman, Henry Slack; Vice Chairman, Hugh McGraw; Secretary, Kelly Morris; Assistant Secretary, Charlene Wallace; Arranging Committee, Buford McGraw and Bob Hart. The chairman led songs on pages 159 and 535b. Leaders called were: John Fant, 47b; E. C. Bowen, 318; Geneva Prichard, 532; Lloyd Takum, 28b; David Grant, 348b; Gertrude Bateman, 479; Kenneth Delong, 103; Caran Bramlette, 155; Danny Griffin, 408; Lindsey Morris, 34; Susan Harcrow, 396; Chris Pyron, 148.

Recess.

The class resumed singing with Henry Slack leading song on page 268. Leaders: Jack Hicks, 176; Kathy Spiker, 385b; Ann Kendrick, 240; Jim Bessent, 63; Joyce Harrison, 571; Ted Mathews, 189; E. G. Akin, 196; Laura Akerman, 224; Freeman Wootten 452; Susan Muse, 61; Carlton Hitchcock, 75; Steve Whitner 236; Sybil Adams, 455; Karen Lane, 170; The Seed and Feed Schola Cantorum, led by Bob Hart, sang two anthems by William Billings — "Song of Solomon" and "Thanksgiving Anthem". Ricky Harcrow invoked the blessing for the food.

Dismissed for lunch.

The afternoon session was called together by Bob Hart leading songs on pages 300 and 254. The Seed and Feed Schola Nova sang "Narrow Space" and "Amanda" by Justin Morgan. Leaders called were: Billy Beaty, 287; Gene Clifton, 209; Amy and Lisa Wootten, 37b; Martha Wollbrinck, 48b; J. C. Kendrick, 43; Bill Robinson, 128; Karen Henry, 294; Karen TerHorst, 145; Leonard Lacy, 171; Judy Winograd, 191; George Woodard, 448; Julie Greene, 164; Chester Wootten, 441; Peaches Dunlap, 40; Olivia Moore, 314; Susan Scott, 163; Eris Muse, 143; Steve Whitner, 45; Betty Sheppard, 299; Kathy Siker, 97; Raymond Hamrick, 31; Kirt Reynolds, 49b; Hugh McGraw, 73b.

Recess.

The class was called to order with Buford McGraw leading song on page 389. Leaders called: Pat Moore, 110; Maxine Corbin, 176b; Merle Rosenzveig, 183; Carlene Griffin, 283; Ricky Harcrow, 483; Linsey Morris, 107; Charlene Wallace, 181; Karen TerHorst, 185; Judy Henry, 454; Martha Grant, 46; Nick Griffin, 480; Mary Brownlee, 84; Bill Robinson, 345b; Delores McGraw, 78; Viola Hicks, 235; Tom Cullen, 457; Alicia Parsons, 268; Hugh McGraw, 320. Henry Slack led song on page 220, then the singing was dismissed with prayer by Elder Ricky Harcrow.

Source: Directory and Minutes of Annual Sacred Harp Singings. Courtesy of the Sacred Harp Museum.

SEED AND FEED SACRED HARP SINGING

Atlanta, Georgia

Saturday, April 22, 1978

The second session of the Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on Saturday, April 22, at Kelly's Seed and Feed Theatre in downtown Atlanta. The class was called together by Henry Slack leading song on page 40. E. G. Akin then led the morning prayer. Hugh McGraw then led songs on pages 371 and 324. Kelly Morris led 114 and 163; Henry Slack, 145. The class then organized by electing these officers: Chairman, Bob Hart; Vice Chairman, John Whittemore; Secretary, Caran Bramlette; Assistant Secretary, Charlene Wallace; Arranging Committee, Laura Akerman and Hugh McGraw. The chairman then led songs on pages 164 and 254. Leaders called were: John Whittemore, 181, 314; David Grant, 234, 184; Gene Clifton, 155, 48; Charlene Wallace, 268, 385; Larry Woodring, 300, 49.

Recess.

The class resumed singing with Bob Hart leading song on page 333. Others who led: Laura Akerman, 186, 569; D. T. White, 216; Kathy Spiker, 159; E. G. Akin, 288, 448; Peaches Dunlap and Susan Wilson, 224, 47b; Clewis Hardin, 378, 430; Frank Coyle, 107, 470; Raymond Hamrick, 213, 182. The Seed and Feed Schola Nova then sang "Hopkinton," by William Billings. "Northfield," page 155, was led by Bob Hart.

Dismissed for lunch.

The afternoon session was called together by Hugh McGraw leading song on page 108. The Seed and Feed Schola Cantorun, led by Bob Hart, sang "Thanksgiving Anthem," by William Billings, and "Christian Song," page 240. Leaders called were: E. C. Bowen, 532; Gertrude Bateman, 496, 480; Florice Akins, 126, 138b; Jim Bassent, 37b; Mary Brownlee, 74, 362; Stephany Stephens, 63; J. C. Kendrick, 441, 489; Kate Zurich, 148, and joined by Caran Bramlette, led 455; Caran Bramlette, 535; Buford McGraw, 407, 376; Gene Bessent, 277, 196; Earlis McGraw, 424, 166; Adrian Wendall, 128; Carlton Hitchcock, 358, 490.

Recess.

The class was called to order by John Whittemore leading song on page 45. He was followed by: Carlene Griffin, 222; Bill Scott, 215, 227; Peggy McGraw 436, 434; Nancy Murrill, 120; Alecia and Carol Parsons, 321b, 212; Chrls Pyron, 444, 59; Bill Robinson, 294; Hugh McGraw, 236; Dennis Calvin, 447. J. C. Kendrick then dismissed the class with prayer.

Source: Directory and Minutes of Annual Sacred Harp Singings. Courtesy of the Sacred Harp Museum.

SEED AND FEED SACRED HARP SINGING

Atlanta, Georgia

Saturday, April 28, 1979

The third annual session of the Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on Saturday, April 28, at the Phoenix Fellowship Hall on Candler Park Drive in Atlanta. The class was called to order by the Chairman, Bob Hart, leading song on page 479; E. G. Akin led the morning prayer. Bob Hart then led song on page 170, followed by John Whittemore, 159, 64; Hugh McGraw 37, 193; Laura Akerman, 40, 151. The class then organized by electing the following officers: Chairman, John Whittemore; Vice Chairman, David Grant; Secretary, Laura Akerman; Assistant Secretary, Charlene Wallace; Treasurer, Merle Rosenzweig; Arranging Committee, Susan Scott and Hugh McGraw; Locating Committee, Kelly Morris, Peaches Dunlap, Gene Bessent and Steve Whitener. David Grant then led song on pages 482, 118. Bill Scott, 300, 148; Earlis McGraw, 425, 268; Karen TerHorst, 216, 48; E. C. Bowen, 517, 532; Henry Slack, 535, 114; Gertrude Bateman, 297, 182.

Recess.

The class resumed singing with Larry Woodring leading songs on pages 107 and 181. Leaders called: Charlene Wallace, 191, 385; Peaches Dunlap, 224, 155; E. G. Akin, 145, 86; Chris Pyron, 196, 49; Mack Fannin, 143, 523; Susan Barnes, 455, 358; Danny Griffin, 460, 441; Dan Housepian, 47b, 45; Buford McGraw, 29b.

Dismissed for lunch.

John Whittemore brought the class back in session leading song on page 34. Leaders: "The Scola Nova," led by Bob Hart, then he led "Hopkinton" by William Brillings; George Woodard, 275, 448; Steve Whitner, 236; Mary Brownlee, 163; 28b; Crit Stewart, 71; Clewis Hardin, 138b, 410; Mary Palmer Trice, 408; Florice Akin, 442; Frank Coyle, 479, 59; Kelly Morris, 378b; Gene Clifton, 128; Susan Scott, 480; Joyce Walton, 192, 456; Susan Wilson, 62; Jeff Franklin, 383.

Recess.

The class was called together by John Whittemore leading song on page 75. He was followed by: Mike Oliphant, 186; Beverly Daves, 99; Jocelyn McGuire, 240; Peggy Roberts, 188, 444; Gene Bessent, 254; Hugh McGraw, 250; Bob Hart, 91, 273; Jean Trible, 209. E. G. Akin dismissed the class with prayer. Following the singing was special showing of the film, "Fasola Folk," directed by Gene Bessent.

Source: Directory and Minutes of Annual Sacred Harp Singings. Courtesy of the Sacred Harp Museum.

SEED AND FEED SACRED HARP SINGING

Atlanta, Georgia

Saturday, April 26, 1980

The fourth annual session of the Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on Saturday, April 26, on Candler Park Drive in Atlanta. The class was called to order by the Chairman, Jon Whittemore, leading song on page 159. The morning prayer was led by E. C. Bowen. Laura Akerman led songs on pages 40 and 85. Charlene Wallace, 145, 170; Susan Scott, 300, 163; Hugh McGraw, 152, 107; Peaches Dunlap, 224, 114; E. C. Bowen, 33b, 348. The class then organized by electing the following officers: Chairman, David Grant; Vice Chairman, Laura Akerman; Secretary, Rachel Bessent; Treasurer, Dan Hovesepian; Arranging Committee, Larry Woodring and Hugh McGraw; Locating Committee, Peaches Dunlap, Kelly Morris and Bill Scott. David Grant then led song on page 287. Other leaders: Bill Scott, 455; Mary Brownlee, 78, 183; Caran Branlette, 535, 480; Henry Slack, 49, 181; Lloyd Redding, 196, 236; Buford McGraw, 37, 213b; Adriane Wendell, 216, 318; E. G. Akin, 147, 378b.

Recess.

The class resumed singing with the Seed and Feed Schola Cantorum singing "Pennsylvania" by Jeremiah Ingalls. Leaders called were: Mary Akerman, 143, 189; Florice Akin, 167, 198; Susan Wilson, 62, 34; Carlton Hitchcock, 460, 39b; Jeff Franklin, 186; Danny Griffin, 203, 212.

Dismissed for lunch.

David Grant brought the class back in session leading song on page 173. He was followed by: Marty Herman, 180, 240; Larry Woodring, 63, 268; Kelly Morris, 38, 383; Mack Fannin, 523, 155; Rachel Bessent, 48; Carlene Griffin, 171, 280; D. Jay Freedman, 273, 45; Earlis McGraw, 70b, 166; Jim Bessent, 102, 128; Karen Morris, 430, 276; Jean Trimble, 47b; Susan Kelly 207, 354b; Hugh McGraw, 254; Laura Akerman, 543.

Recess.

The class was called to order by Laura Akerman leading song on page 542. She was followed by: Dan Hovsepian, 49b, 385; Judith Felts, 67, 112; Dennis Creech, 168; Henry Wilson, 477; Hugh McGraw, 191; Lili Arensberg, 159; E. G. Akin, 558; David Grant led 169, after which E. G. Akin dismised the class with prayer.

Source: Directory and Minutes of Annual Sacred Harp Singings. Courtesy of the Sacred Harp Museum.

SEED AND FEED SACRED HARP SINGING

Atlanta, Georgia

April 18, 1981

The fifth annual session of the Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on Saturday, April 18, on Chandler Park Drive in Atlanta. The class was called to order by the chairman, David Grant, leading song on page 467. The morning prayer was led by Carlton Hitchcock. David Grant led song on page 167; Laura Akerman, 85; Rachel Bassent, 299; Larry Woodring, 216. The class then organized by electing the following officers: Chairman, Laura Akerman; Vice Chairman, Jim Bassent; Secretary, Peaches Dunlap; Treasurer, Adriane Wandell; Arranging Committee, Kelly Morris and Floyd Redding; Locating Committee, Jean Trimble and Gene Clifton. Laura Akerman then led song on page 171. Other leaders called: Jim Bassent, 535; Peaches Dunlap, 408; Jean Trimble, 38b; Adriane Wendell, 480; Mack Fannin, 147, 163; Mary Palmer Trice, 532; E. C. Bowen, 517, 318; Bill Scott, 48b, 62; Charlene Wallace, 40, 63. A quartet (Laura Akerman, Rachel Bessent, Karen Morris and Adriane Wendell) sang "Sweet Prospect" and "Better Land".

Recess.

The class resumed singing with Martin Herman leading the Seed and Feed Schola Cantorum in "Thanksgiving Anthem" by William Billings and in an Anthem of his own composition, called "January". Herman then led the class in singing his fuge-tune, "Lake Claire". Leaders called were: Nancy Murrill, 143; Buford McGraw, 276; Mary Akerman, 268; Carlton Hitchcock, 460; Cary Cleaver, 240; Carlene Griffin, 282; Susan Wilson, 345; Danny Griffin, 277; Elizabeth Whittemore, 102; Gertrude Bateman, 479; Richard DeLong, 436, 319.

Dismissed for lunch.

The class was called to order by Laura Akerman leading song on page 59. She was followed by: John Whittemore, 34, 181; Clewis Hardin, 314; Dowman Wilson, 159; Fay Day, 339, 513; Matt Delong, 196, 365; Jon Sundell, 36; Henry Wilson, 275, 499b; Susan Scott, 300, 107; Earlis McGraw, 389, 225; Susan Kelly, 288, 354b; Lloyd Redding, 236; Henry Slack, 114, 385; Rachel Bessent, 155; Warren Steele, 51, 396; Kelly Morris, 47b, 383; Karen Morris, 324, 442; Hugh McGraw, 191, 37b, 271; Laura Akerman led 62 and the class was dismissed with prayer by Carlton Hitchcock.

Source: Directory and Minutes of Annual Sacred Harp Singings. Courtesy of the Sacred Harp Museum.

SEED AND FEED SACRED HARP SINGING

Atlanta, Georgia

April 10, 1982

The sixth annual session of the Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on Saturday, April 10 at Lake Claire Baptist Church in Atlanta. The class was called to order by Laura Akerman, leading song on page 63. The morning prayer was led by E. C. Bowen. The old officers led: Laura Akerman, 441; Jim Bessent, 40; Peaches Dunlap, 236. The class then organized by electing the following officers: Chairman, Jim Bassent; Vice Chairman, Adriane Wendell; Secretary, Elizabeth Whittemore; Arranging Committee, Kelly Morris. New officers led: Jim Bessent, 181; Adriane Wendell, 159, 299; Elizabeth Whittemore, 186, 532. Other leaders called: Larry Woodring, 268, 49b; Caran Bramlette, 155, 480. Henry Wilson, 176b, 435b; Bill Scott, 37b, 85; Jean Trimble, 34; Richard Carroll, 143; Mary Brownlee, 78, 151.

Recess.

The class resumed singing with Kelly Morris leading song on page 163. Leaders called were: Judith Black Felts, 48b, 324; Richard Delong, 189, 172; Elise Witt, 62; John Whittemore, 114, 385b; Carlene Griffin, 81, 171; Earlis McGraw, 380, 224; Dennis Creech, 47b; Susan Scott, 454, 455; Elizabeth Whittemore then led the Seed and Feed Schola Cantorun in singing three songs: "Narrow Space," "Windham," and "January."

Dismissed for lunch.

The class resumed with the Schola Cantorum singing "Kittery" by William Billings and "Dreams," a new anthem by Marty Herman. Leaders called: Adriane Wendell, 216; Gertrude Bateman, 479, 373; Carlton Hitchcock, 460, 390; Kaia Denham, 240, 107; Gene Clifton, 128, 102; Cary Clever, 535, 383; Matt DeLong, 384, 365; Rose Watson, 70, 523; E. C. Bowen, 543; Mack Fannin, 124, 168; D. Jay Freedman, 254; William Heatherly, 321, 328.

Recess.

The class resumed singing with Chris Pyron leading song on page 70b. Leaders: Charlene Wallace, 145, 203; Dowman Wilson, 59; Karen Morris, 65, 300; Henry Slack, 345b, 378b; Marty Herman, 273, 318; Hugh McGraw and Meredith Duke, 45. Jim Bessent led song on page 209 and the class was dismissed with prayer by Carlton Hitchcock.

Source: Directory and Minutes of Annual Sacred Harp Singings. Courtesy of the Sacred Harp Museum.

SEED AND FEED SACRED HARP SINGING

Atlanta, Georgia

April 23, 1983

The seventieth annual session of the Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on Saturday, April 23, at the Grant Park Methodist Church on Boulevard in Atlanta. The class was called to order by Jim Bassent leading song on page 40. The morning prayer was led by E. C. Bowen. The officers then led as follows: Jim Bessent, 181; Adriane Wendell, 159; Elizabeth Whittemore Carroll, 480; Kelly Morris, 163. The class then organized by electing the following officers: Chairman, Adriane Wendell; Vice Chairman, Caran Bramelette; Secretary, Laura Akerman; Arranging Committee, Kelly Morris. Adriane Wendell then led song on page 318. Leaders called were: Caran Bramlette 143; Laura Akerman, 146; E. G. Akin, 278; Mary Brownlee, 183; Gene Clifton, 59; Gertrude Bateman, 436; Henry Slack, 63; David Grant, 546; Judith Black, 49b; Rubert Yarbrough, 58, 87; Karen Morris, 196; E. C. Bowen, 348; Bill Scott, 384; Chris Pyron, 37.

Recess.

The class was called back by Adriane Wendell leading song on page 38. Leaders called were: Charlene Wallace, 236; Rand Wentworth, 324; Elizabeth Carroll then led the Seed and Feed Schola Cantrorum in three songs: "Parting Friends" from the Social Harp song book, "Fulfillment" from the Sacred Harp, and "The Bird" by William Billings. Richard Delong, 189; Kaia Denham, 107; L. E. Denney, 489; Florice Akin, 277; Larry Woodring, 385; Earlis McGraw, 225; Laura Rutland, 535; Rose Watson, 523; John Whittemore 155; Cary Cleaver, 65; Tom Cullen, 34; Revy Williamson, 203; Susan Scott, 216.

Dismissed for lunch.

The afternoon session was resumed with Adriane Wendell leading song on page 299. Leaders called: Phil Summerlin, 33b; Bob Hart, 532; Cleve Callison, 314; Jenny Phillips, 45; William Headrick, 217; Judy Henry 283; Mack Fannin, 30; Tom McGraw, 137; Janice Hopper, 47; Richard Carroll, 455; Susan Kelly Caldwell, 354; Myron House, 311; Hugh McGraw 310, 500; Kelly Morris, 383; Laura Akerman, 224; Elizabeth Carroll, 254; Richard Carroll, 454; Richard Delong, 456; Carlton Hitchcock, 460; Mary Scott, 147; Myron House, 495; Hugh McGraw, 517; Kelly Morris, 378; Bob Hart, 240; Matt Griffin and Tom McGraw, 126; William Headrick led song on page 28 and the class was dismissed with prayer by Carlton Hitchcock.

Source: Directory and Minutes of Annual Sacred Harp Singings. Courtesy of the Sacred Harp Museum.

SEED AND FEED SACRED HARP SINGING

Atlanta, Georgia

April 14, 1984

The eighth annual session of the Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on Saturday, April 14, 1984 at the Grant Park Methodist Church on Boulevard in Atlanta. The class was called to order by Laura Akerman leading song on page 40. The morning prayer was led by E. C. Bowen. The class then organized by electing the following officers: Elizabeth Carroll, Chairman; Gene Bessent, Vice Chairman; Laura Akerman, Secretary; Kelly Morris, Arranging Committee. Elizabeth Carroll then led songs on pages 192 and 268, followed by Gene Bessent, 479, 48b; Mary Brownlee, 291, 408; Richard Carroll, 137, 236; Kenneth DeLong, 289, 120; Tom Cullen, 240; Florice Akin, 37; Gary Cleaver, 262, 454; Rosa Watson, 535, 523; Larry Woodring, 143, 63; Henry Wilson, 435, 513; Elise Witt, 155, 45.

Recess.

The class resumed with the chairwoman leading song on page 85. She then led Seed and Feed Schola Cantorum in songs on pages 155 and 208. Leades: Matt DeLong, 456; Laura Rutland, 383, 107; David Grant, 202, 558; Kaia Denham, 455; E. G. Akin, 81, 224; Bill Scott, 37b, 532; George Cox, 108, 97; L. A. Tuten, 34, 38.

Dismissed for lunch.

The class resumed singing with Gene Bessent leading song on page 196. Leaders: Richard DeLong, 172, 193; Karen Morris, 254, 168; Carlene Griffin, 171, 271; Horace DeLong, 384, 348; Judy Henry, 385b, 65; E. C. Bowen, 175; Cecile Cox, 274, 426; Chris Pyron, 299, 47b; Gertrude Bateman, 373, 200; Don Bowen, 49, 345b; Mack Fannin, 273, 218; Mary Scott, 28, 128; Rupert Yarbrough, 571, 378; Charlene Wallace, 106, 324; Tony Smith, 428, 521. John Whittemore, 181, 159; Henry Slack, 430, 114; Kelly Morris, 147; Elizabeth Carroll then led song on page 59 as the closing song and the class was dismissed with prayer by E. C. Bowen. Elizabeth Carroll, Chairman; Gene Bessent, Vice Chairman; Laura Akerman, Secretary.

Source: Directory and Minutes of Annual Sacred Harp Singings. Courtesy of the Sacred Harp Museum.

SEED AND FEED SACRED HARP SINGING

Atlanta, Georgia

Saturday, April 20, 1985

The ninth annual session of the Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on Saturday, April 20, 1985 at the Grant Park Methodist Church on Boulevard in Atlanta. The class was called to order by Elizabeth Carroll leading songs on pages 59 and 40. The morning prayer was led by E.C. Bowen. Gene Bessent led 479 and 268; Laura Ackerman, 85, 84. The class then organized by electing the following officers: Chairman, Gene Bessent; Vice Chairman, Richard Carroll; Secretary, Caran Bramlette; Arranging Committee, Kelly Morris. Gene Bessent then led 48. Leaders called were: Richard Carroll, 532, 198; Caran Bramlette, 143, 480; D.T. White, 212; Gertrude Bateman, 436, 373; Phil Summerlin, 314, 235; Tom Cullen, 38, 34; Charlene Wallace, 107, 181; Mac Fannin, 273, 147.

RECESS

The class resumed singing with Elizabeth Carroll leading the Schola Cartrum, in Springhill and Jefferson. Leaders called: Gene Bessent, 155; Judith Black, 324, 49; E.C. Bowen, 348, 45; Matt DeLong, 166, 172; Carlene Griffin, 171; Bill Scott, 383, 384; Carlton Hitchcock, 63, 460; Peaches Dunlap, 224, 164; Cecile Cox, 35; Larry Woodring, 254.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH

The class resumed singing with Kelly Morris leading songs on pages 535 and 430. Leaders: Toney Smith, 218, 392; Mary Scott, 38, 128; Charles Wood, 159, 269: William Headrick, 192, 434; Laura Rutland, 114, 47; John Whittemore, 37, 216; Diane Avery, 299, 186; Ola Meadows, 403, 426; George Cox, 569b, 108; Danny Griffin, 426b, 441; Rupert Yarbrough, 145, 58; Richard DeLong, 411, 530; Hugh Mc Graw, 236, 550. Gene Bessent then led 196 as the closing song and the class was dismissed with prayer by E.C. Bowen.

Chairman, Gene Bessent,; Vice Chairman, Richard Carroll; Secretary, Caran Branlette.

Source: Directory and Minutes of Annual Sacred Harp Singings. Courtesy of the Sacred Harp Museum.

SEED AND FEED SACRED HARP SINGING

Atlanta, Georgia

Saturday, April 19, 1986

The tenth annual Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on Saturday, April 19, at the Grant Park Methodist Church on Boulevard Street in Atlanta. The class was called to order by Gene Bessent leading songs on pages 479 and 148. E. C. Bowen led the morning prayer. The business session was held to elect the following officers. Chairman, Richard Carroll; Vice Chairman, Mack Fannin; Secretary, Laura Akerman; Arranging Committee, Kelly Morris. Richard Carroll then led songs on pages 198 and 147. Leaders: Mack Fannin, 273, 163; Laura Akerman, 84, 318; Kelly Morris, 378b, 383; Carlene Griffin, 81, 171; Myron House, 483, 70; Elizabeth Carroll, 64, 85; Bob Hart, 71, 532; Ora Lee Fannin, 523, 288.

Recess.

The class was called to order by Richard Carroll leading song on page 236. Leaders: Rand Wentworth, 38, 107; E. C. Bowen, 348, 499; Karen and Ann Morris, 159; Gertrude Bateman, 454, 192; Chris Pyron, 300, 299; Charlene Wallace, 168, 268; Bill Scott, 384, 59.

Dismissed for lunch.

The afternoon session was called to order by Richard Carroll leading song on page 100. Leaders: Mack Fannin, 46, 455; D. J. Friedman, 254; Carlton Hitchcock, 63, 460; Bonnie Flowers, 31, 276; Mary Palmer Trice, 480, 240; Martha Ann Stegall, 45, 275; Emily Calhoun, 128, 354; John Yntema, 34, 47; John Austin, 373, 365; Lucille Gunn, 143, 358; Jennifer Saliers, 40, 155; Laura Akerman, 224; Mary Scott, 324, 49. Richard Carroll led the closing song on page 62, and the class was dismissed with prayer by E. C. Bowen.

Chairman, Richard Carroll; Vice Chairman, Mack Fannin; Secretary, Laura Akerman.

Source: Directory and Minutes of Annual Sacred Harp Singings. Courtesy of the Sacred Harp Museum.

SEED AND FEED SACRED HARP SINGING

Grant Park Aldersgate Methodist Church

Atlanta, Georgia

April 16, 1988

The 12th annual Sacred Harp Singing convened on a glorious spring morning with chairman, Mack Fannin leading page 63. E. C. Bowen led the morning prayer. Mack Fannin then led 163. A business session was held and the following officers were elected: Chairman, Caran Bramlette; Vice Chairman, Bob Hart; Secretary, Laura Akerman; Finance Committee, Richard and Elizabeth Carroll; Arranging Committee, Kelly Morris. Caran Bramlette then led song on page 480. Leaders: Laura Akerman, 224; William Headrick, 84; Elizabeth Carroll, 196; Richard Carroll, 198; Charlene Wallace, 155, 171; Bill Scott, 383; Martha Ann Stegar, 85; Carlton Hitchock, 460; Susan Scott, 318; Gene Clifton, 288; Laura Rutland, 143.

RECESS.

The class was called back to order by Caran Bramlette leading song on page 114. Leaders: Bob Hart, 532, 71; Leila Labate, 186, 159; Don Bowen, 283, 299; Gloria Garrett, 45; John Yntema, 455, 268; Carlene Griffin, 113, 97; Everett Denney, 49, 489; Chris Pyron, 1`48, 70b; Tom Cullen, 48, 34.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH.

The afternoon session was brought together by Caran Bramlette leading song on page 168. Leaders: David Grant, 546, 543; Geneva Prichard, 189, 182; J. C. Denney, 100, 101; Mary Palmer Trice 454, 145; E. C. Bowen, 517, 187; Mary F. Smith, 276, 192; Jesse Roberts, 209, 173; Gertrude Bateman, 373, 436; Doug and Laura Allison, 324, 31b, 53; Hugh McGraw, 52b, 94; Emily Calhoun, 128, 145; John Whittemore, 216, 47; Carlton Wood, 340; Laura Akerman, 236; Richard Carroll, 254; Caran Bramlette, 170. After announcements, Caran Bramlette led song on page 59 and E. C. Bowen dismissed the class with prayer.

Chairman, Caran Bramlette; Vice Chairman, Bob Hart; Secretary, Laura Akerman.

Source: Directory & Minutes of Annual Sacred Harp Singings. Courtesy of the Sacred Harp Museum.

SEED AND FEED SACRED HARP SINGING

Atlanta, Georgia

Saturday , April 15, 1989

The 13th annual Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on Saturday, April 15. at the Grant Park-Aldersgate United Methodist Church in Atlanta. The class was called to order with Caran Bryant leading song on page 40. The morning prayer was led by E. C. Bowen. Bob Hart then led song on page 479, followed by Laura Akerman, 163, 85; Kelly Morris, 47b. A business session was held in which the following officers were elected: Chairman, Bob Hart; Vice Chairman, Jack Smith; Secretary, Laura Akerman; Arranging Committee, Kelly Morris. Bob Hart then led song on page 532. Leaders: Jack Smith, 145, 276; William Headrick, 71, 360; Gene Clifton, 59, 114; Carlene Griffin, 97; Chris Pyron, 299, 300; Martha Ann Stegar, 155.

RECESS.

The class resumed singing with Elizabeth Carroll leading songs on pages 107 and 198. Leaders: Henry Slack, 535, 181; Gertrude Bateman, 454, 192; Laurie Allison, 31; E. C. Bowen, 560, 517; Dollie Hudgins, 61, 108; Horace Delong, 441, 384; Mary Trice, 383, 480; Henry Zittrour, 49, 565; Bill Scott, 318, 143.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH.

The afternoon session resumed with Bob Hart leading song on page 186. Leaders: Dowman Wilson, 148; Anne and Karen Morris, 159, 236; Carlton Hitchcock, 63, 460; John Yntema, 455, 268; B. M. Smith, 112, 204; Doug Allison, 332, 335; Don Bowen, 546, 391; Charlene Wallace, 388, 334; Mack Fannin, 126, 273; J. C. Denney, 285, 313; Richard Carroll, 358, 254; Don Saliers, 439, 297; Cora Sweat, 30, 145b; Gene Bessent, 38b, 224; Richard DeLong, 385b, 211. Bob Hart then led song on page 62 as the closing song. The class was dismissed with prayer by E. C. Bowen.

Chairman, Bob Hart; Vice Chairman, Jack Smith; Secretary, Laura Akerman.

Source: Directory & Minutes of Annual Sacred Harp Singings. Courtesy of the Sacred Harp Museum.

SEED AND FEED SACRED HARP SINGING

Atlanta, Georgia

Saturday, April 14, 1990

The 14th session of the annual Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing took place on Saturday, April 14, 1990, at the Grant Park--Aldersgate United Methodist Church in Atlanta. The class was called to order with Bob Hart leading song on page 479. E. C. Bowen led the morning prayer. Jack Smith then led song on page 192. Laura Akerman, 145, 236; Kelly Morris, 163. The class organized by electing the following officers: Chairman, Jack Smith; Vice Chairman, Doug Allison; Secretary, Laura Akerman; Arranging Committee, Kelly Morris. Jack Smith then led song on page 276. Leaders: Doug Allison, 421, 338; Charlene Wallace, 365; Henry Slack, 107; Martha Ann Stegar, 268; Gertrude Bateman, 454; Don Bowen, 40, 155; Mary Palmer Trice, 532; Mack Fannin, 361, 124.

RECESS.

The class resumed singing with Caran Bryant leading song on page 143. Leaders: Jerry Sheppard, 142, 316; Karen and Anne Morris, 159, 65; David Grant, 175, 412; Vionett Thompson, 171, 170; David Kam, 299, 48b; Mary F. Smith, 378, 84; John Austin, 373; Elizabeth Carroll, 198; Gene Clifton, 59; Mozelle Sheppard, 89, 366.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH.

The afternoon session was called to order by Kelly Morris leading song on page 383. Leaders: Kate Hauk, 213b, 63; Carlton Hitchcock, 460, 569b; Cary Cleaver, 480; Carlene Griffin, 97; E. C. Bowen, 82, 336, 577; John Yntema, 224, 318; Dollie Hudgins, 343; Steve Carlberg, 128; Richard DeLong, 385; Revy Williamson, 371; Dowman Wilson, 148; Jack Corley, 277, 328; Hugh McGraw, 467b; Bob Hart, 196, 254; Laura Akerman, 240; Kelly Morris, 47b. Hugh McGraw and Jack Smith led the closing song on page 62. The class was dismissed with prayer by E. C. Bowen.

Chairman, Jack Smith; Vice Chairman, Doug Allison; Secretary, Laura Akerman.

Source: Directory & Minutes of Annual Sacred Harp Singings. Courtesy of the Sacred Harp Museum.

SEED AND FEED SACRED HARP SINGING

Atlanta, Georgia

April 18, 1992

The sixteenth annual Session of the Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on April 18, 1992, at the Water Works Lodge in downtown Atlanta. The class was called to order by Doug Allison leading song on page 63 and welcoming all singers. E. C. Bowen led the morning prayer. Old officers then led: Martha Ann Stegar, 40; Laura Akerman, 85, 532; Kelly Morris, 63. The class then organized with the following officers elected: Chairman, Martha Ann Stegar; Vice Chairman, Richard Whatley; Secretary, Dowman Wilson; Arranging Committee, Kelly Morris. Martha Ann Stegar then led song on page 84. Leaders: Richard Whatley, 82; Dowman Wilson, 59; Helen Bryson, 503b, 220; Richard Carroll, 299, 236; Karen Morris, 65, 189.

RECESS.

The class resumed singing with Mack Fannin leading songs on pages 300 and 273; Leaders: Carlene Griffin, 570; Don Bowen, 510, 501; Susan Jones, 180, 181; Bill Waddington, 155, 209; Kathleen Kuiper, 500, 29; David McGukin, 350, 113; Kate Hawk, 128, 106; Bill Scott, 37b, 71; Lee Rogers, 228, 352.

DISMISSSED FOR LUNCH

Martha Ann Stegar called the class to order leading song on page 569. Leaders: Ted Mercer, 402, 29; Peg Geronimo, 148; E. C. Bowen, 517, 516; Katherine Yntema 107, 479; Jack Corley, 81, 328; Judy Mincey, 108, 31; Revy Williamson, 117; Henry Slack, 268, 186; Charlene Wallace, 224; Margie Baghose, 159; Kenneth DeLong, 152, 279; Alice West, 565, 480; Susan Curry, 327, 142; Judy Hauff, 322; 171; Richard DeLong, 492, 512; John Yntema, 200; Laurie Alllison, 45; Jack Smith, 192, 145; Kelly Morris 383; Martha Ann Stegar led the closing song on page 62. The class was dismissed with prayer by Kenneth DeLong.

Chairman Martha Ann Stegar; Vice Chairman, Richard Whatley; Secretary, Dowman Wilson.

Source: Directory and Minutes of Sacred Harp Singings. Courtesy of the Sacred Harp Museum.

SEED AND FEED SACRED HARP SINGING

Atlanta Friends Meeting House, Decatur, Georgia

Saturday, April 17, 1993

The seventeenth annual Session of the Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on Saturday, April 17, 1993, at the Atlanta Friends Meeting House near downtown Decatur. The class was called to order by Martha Ann Stegar leading song on page 63 and welcoming all singers. E. C. Bowen led the morning prayer. Old officers were called to lead. Martha Ann Steger, 40; Richard Whatley, 31b; Dowman Wilson, 107; Kelly Morris, 47b. The class then organized and the following officers were elected. Chairman, Richard Whatley; Vice Chairman, Frances Mary D'Andrea; Secretary, Laura Akerman, 84, 454; Don Bowen, 34b, 225; Judy Mincey, 178, 47; Gene Clifton, 38b; Helen Bryson, 170, 66; Andy Morse, 268, 153.

RECESS.

The class resumed singing with Richard Whatley leading song on page 236. Leaders: Henry Slack, 117, 236; Peg Geronimo, 148; Mack Fannin, 300, 155; Violet Thomason, 436, 343b; Richard Carroll, 198, 192; Mary Palmer Legare, 532, 480; John Yntema, 240; Jan Ketelle, 430, 556.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH.

Richard Whatley called the afternoon session together leading song on page 31. Leaders: E.C. Bowen, 494, 510; Frances Mary D'Andrea, 56, 72b; Jerry Enright, 421, 377; Anne and Karen Morris, 159; Karen Morris, 299, Andrew Ellis, 45, 348; Kate Hawk, 569b; Joan Durden, 114; Russ Hanson, 354b, 101; Lee Rogers, 492, 228; David McGukin, 528, 280; Elizabeth Carroll, 254; Tom Hanson, 515b, 270; Julie Green, 59.

RECESS.

The class resumed singing with Richard Whatley leading song on page 207. Leaders:" Louis Cox, 155, 452; Lori Allison, 100, 128; Ray Guest, 294, 143; Alice West, 313, 565; Doug Allison, 385b, 384; Charlene Wallace, 99; Hugh McGraw, 448b; Myra Skipper, 142; Fran Adams, 145; Emily Calhoun, 145b. Richard Whatley led the closing song on page 62, and Hugh McGraw dismissed the class with prayer.

Chairman, Richard Whatley; Vice Chairman, Frances Mary D'Andrea; Secretary: Laura Akerman

Source: Directory and Minutes of Sacred Harp Singings. Courtesy of the Sacred Harp Museum.

SEED AND FEED SACRED HARP SINGING

Atlanta Friends Meeting House, Decatur, Georgia

Saturday, April 16, 1994

The eighteenth annual session of the Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on Saturday, April 16, 1994 at the Atlanta Friends Meeting House near downtown Decatur. The class was called to order by Richard Whatley leading songs on pages 59 and 324 and welcoming all singers: Jack Smith led the morning prayer. Old officers were called as leaders: Frances Mary D'Andrea, 114, 480; Laura Akerman, 171, 189; and Kelly Morris, 147. The class then organized with the following officers elected: Chairman, Frances Mary D'Andrea; Vice Chairman, David McGukin; Secretary, Laura Akerman; Arranging Committee, Kelly Morris; Finance Committee, Lori and Doug Allison. Frances Mary D'Andrea led song on page 168. Leaders: Dave McGukin, 91, 48b; Caran Bryant, 143; Henry, Will and John Slack, 117; Judy Mincey, 107, 532; Don Bowen, 570, 393; Charlene Wallace, 139, 299.

RECESS.

The class resumed singing with Kelly Morris leading song on page 535b. Leaders: Andy Morse, 146, 47; Karen Morris, 77, 65; Mack Fannin, 268, 300; Elizabeth Carrol, 479, 38; Jack 569b, 155; Lori Allison, 254, 45.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH.

Frances Mary D'Andrea called the class together leading song on page 34b. Leaders: Doug Allison, 385, 384; Richard Carroll, 236, 198; Jeanette Depoy, 159, 84; Lary Woodring, 181, 216; Joan Durden, 191, 178; John Yntema, 327, 269; Cary Voigt, 240, 455; Heny Slack, 47b; Margie Dietz, 277, 457; John Plunkett, 102, 163; Martha Ann Stegar, 63, 85; John Whittemore, 38b, 66; Katherine Yntema, 200, 335; Dan Bailey, 358, 196; "Happy Birthday" was sung for Charlene Wallace. Frances Mary D'Andrea led the closing song on page 62 and Jack Smith dismissed the class with prayer.

Chairman, Frances Mary D'Andrea; Vice Chairman, David McGukin; Secretary, Laura Akerman.

Source: Directory and Minutes of Sacred Harp Singings. Courtesy of the Sacred Harp Museum.

Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing

Atlanta, Georgia
Apr 15, '95

The class was called to order by Chairperson Frances Mary D'Andrea leading song on 49. Kenneth Mize gave the opening prayer. Frances Mary D'Andrea then led song on page 63, followed by Laura Akerman leading 499, 368; Kelly Morris 163t. A business session was then held at which time the following officers were elected: Chairperson—Judy Mincey; Vice Chairman—Kelly Morris; Secretary—Laura Akerman; Treasurer—Doug Allison. Judy Mincey then led song on page 403. Leaders: Jack Smith 155, 45; Joan Durden 114; Don Bowen 178, 225t; Caran Bryant 143, 480; Andy Morse 384, 542; Jeanette DePoy 290, 66; Bob Hart 408, 383.

RECESS

Singing resumed with Judy Mincey leading song on 47t. Leaders called were: Elizabeth Carroll 294, 240; Doug Allison 29t (with Corinne Scott), 312t; Charlene Wallace 236; Richard Carroll 198, 358; Karen Morris 142, 65; Kenneth Mize 490, 49b; Helen Bryson 196, 146. A recess for lunch was called, with Jack Smith giving the blessing.

LUNCH

After a strengthening lunch, singing resumed with Judy Mincey leading song on page 475. Leaders: Martha Ann Stegar 117, 327; Cathy White 147t, 159; Henry Slack 47b, 181; Sue Curry 222, 192; Lori Allison 366, 128; Mark Baumgardner 268, 59; Cynthia Rodriguez 40; Richard DeLong 176b, 182; John Austin 454; John Plunkett 300, 183; Liz Bryant 163, 377; Charlene Wallace 224. Announcements were made, including that next year will be the 20th anniversary Seed and Feed Singing. The best is yet to come if history is any guide. The class ended with Judy Mincey leading 46, and Jack Smith gave the closing prayer.

Chairperson—Judy Mincey; Vice Chairman—Kelly Morris; Secretary—Laura Akerman.

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing

Emory Presbyterian Church, Atlanta, Georgia
Apr 20, '96

The twentieth annual Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was called to order by Chairwoman Judy Mincey leading song on page 59. Jack Smith gave the opening prayer. Leaders: Laura Akerman 146, 155; Kelly Morris 49b; Jack Smith 480, 145t. A business was held and the following officers were elected: Chairman—Kelly Morris; Vice Chair—Jeannette DePoy; Arranging Committee—Laura Akerman; Secretary—Dowman Wilson; Finance Committee—Don Bowen and Bill Levisay. Kelly Morris led song on page 535b. Leaders: Helen Bryson 215; Jeannette DePoy 475; Louis Hughes 183; Don Bowen 510, 266; Caran Bryant 40, 454; Dowman Wilson 107; Richard DeLong 370; Tim Cook 72b; Charlene Wallace 299; Bill Scott 159; Dolly Hudgins 343; George Snyder 143; Cary Cleaver 455.

RECESS

Jeannette DePoy brought the class back together leading song on page 66. Leaders: Peg Geronimo 47b; David Kam 277; Frances Mary D'Andrea 383; Richard Whatley 110; Al Grindon 213t; Lynn Farmer 178; Carri Grindon 332; Gene Bessent 147t in memory of Tommie Bessent , Jim Besent's mother; Katie Grindon 497; Cathy White 114; Carlene Griffin 270; John Whittemore 216; Joan Durden 29t; Kelly Morris 34t. A recess for lunch was called, with Jack Smith asking the blessing.

LUNCH

Singing resumed with Kelly Morris and Bill Levisay leading song on page 37b. Leaders: Richard Carroll 198, 358; Karen Morris 236; John Plunkett 182, 209; Larry Woodring 268, 196; Jack Corley 373, 168; Jim Friffin 127; Myra Tucker for Gerdie Smith 84; Tom Cullen 48b; Jane Treadwell 47t; Laura Akerman 532; John Yntema 327; Carri Grindon 504; Katherine Yntema 479; Al Grindon 300; John Griffin 335; Jennifer Collins 61; Judy Mincey 485; Richard DeLong 426t; Richard DeLong and Anne Carroll 288; Henry Stack 117, 181; Charlene Wallace 224; Katie Grindon 163b; Elizabeth Carroll 503b, 189. Kelly Morris led song on page 267 for the closing song. The class was dismissed with prayer by Joan Durden.

Chairman—Kelly Morris; Vice Chairman—Jeannette DePoy; Secretary—Dowman Wilson.

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing

Emory Presbyterian Church, Atlanta, Georgia
Apr 19, '97

The twenty-first annual Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was called to order by Chairman Kelly Morris leading song on page 49. The morning prayer was led by Jack Smith.

Leaders: Jeanette DePoy 77; Laura Akerman 171,189; Bob Hart 178, 383; Judy Mincey 556; John Redmond 299, 155.

A business session was held and the following officers elected or appointed: Chair—Jeanette DePoy; Vice Chair—Cathy White; Secretary—Laura Akerman; Arranging Committee—Doug Allison; Finance Committee—Don Bowen and Lori Allison.

Jeanette DePoy led songs on pages 475 and 384 which were dedicated to Horace DeLong. Leaders: Cathy White 503; Richard Carroll 358; Melinda Snow 68b, 497; Louis Hughes 37b, 480.

RECESS

Cathy White brought the class to order leading song on page 146. Leaders: Karen Morris 168, 455; Caran Bryant 143, 454; Jack Smith 63, 147; Hugh McGraw 473; Dolly Hudgins 378, 82t; Lori Allison 278t (for Jane Haynes); Richard Whatley 569b; Larry Woodring 181, 107; Mark Baumgardner 117; Liz Bryant 504, 142; Joan Durden 29t, 159. A recess for lunch was called with Jack Smith asking the blessing on the food.

LUNCH

Singing resumed with Jeanette DePoy leading song on page 122. Leaders: Don Bowen 34, 225; Helen Bryson 163t, 428; Richard DeLong 417, 316; Karen Willard 153, 128; Charlene Wallace 276, 441; Faye Pettis 165, 392; Jack Corley 421, 328; Louis Hughes, Jr. 347, 129; George Snyder 254; Susan Posey 457, 236.

RECESS

Cathy White brought the class to order leading song on page 213t. Leaders: John Yntema 268; Bryan Black 362; Kenneth DeLong 548; Henry Slack 535; Andy Morse 183; Alice West 200; Katherine Yntema 324; Janet Sheppard 114.

Jeanette DePoy led song on page 369. Announcements were made. Jeanette DePoy led song on page 62 as the closing song. The class was dismissed with prayer by Jack Smith.

Chair—Jeanette DePoy; Vice Chair—Cathy White; Secretary—Laura Akerman.

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing

Emory Presbyterian Church, Atlanta, Georgia
Apr 18, '98

The twenty-second annual Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was called to order by Chair Jeanette DePoy leading song on page 101t. The morning prayer was led by Louis Hughes. Leaders: Jeannette DePoy 31t; Cathy White 213t; Laura Akerman 146; Andy Morse 29t, 454; Liz Bryant 270, 384; Jack Smith 535, 192.

The business session was held with the following officers elected or appointed: Chair—Cathy White; Vice Chair—Bryan Black; Secretary—Laura Akerman; Arranging Committee—Kelly Morris and Jeannette DePoy; Finance—Don Bowen and Laurie Allison. Kelly Morris made a motion to change the date of the singing to Saturday before the fourth Sunday in October, in the fall when there are fewer singings and less conflict with other events. Also moved, to have a singing this year on the new date of October 24, at Embry Hills Methodist Church. Motions were approved.

Leaders: Cathy White 155; Helen Bryson 201, 299; Louis Hughes 128, 569; Malinda Snow 312b, 68b; George Hibbert 338; Judy Mincey 556, 540.

RECESS

Jeanette DePoy brought the class back together leading song on page 335. Leaders: George Snyder 473, 149; Karen Morris 503, 495; Mike Hawkins 560, 441; Richard Carroll 198, 143; Mary Smith 289, 334; John Plunkett 408, 53; John Redmon 358, 362; Laurie Allison and Emma Allison 100 (this being Emma's first singing since her appearance in this world on March 30); Doug Allison 77. Jack Smith gave thanks for the noon meal.

LUNCH

The class resumed singing with Cathy White leading "Happy Birthday" for Charlene Wallace and song on page 265. Leaders: Scott DePoy 179; Martha Ann Stegar 327, 228; Jack Corley 168t, 123; Don Bowen 288, 388; Larry Woodring 183, 49b; Charlene Wallace 64, 220; Richard DeLong 125, 296; Teenie Moody 203, 391; John Shippee 159, 63; Kenneth DeLong 548, 572; Kelly Morris 383, 47b; Laura Akerman 430; Laurie Allison 117; George Snyder 84; Cathy White 45. Announcements were made. Cathy White led song on page 46 for the closing song. The class was dismissed with prayer by Jack Smith.

Chair—Cathy White; Vice Chair—Bryan Black; Secretary—Laura Akerman.

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing

Embry Hills Methodist Church, Atlanta, Georgia
Oct 24, '98

The Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held for the second time this year to inaugurate a new time and location for this singing. The singing will now be held on Saturday before the fourth Sunday in October, and will no longer be held in the spring.

The class was called to order by Chairlady Cathy White leading song on page 57. The morning prayer was led by Oscar Green. Cathy White led songs on pages 77t and 84. Leaders: Bryan Black 61, 155; Laura Akerman 178, 146; Doug Allison 145, 63.

The class held a business meeting and the following officers were elected or appointed: Chairman—Bryan Black; Vice Chairman—John Plunkett; Secretary—Laura Akerman; Arranging Committee—Kelly Morris and Doug Allison; Finance Committee—Eric Tweedy.

Leaders: Bryan Black 120; John Plunkett 58, 547; Helen Bryson 27, 299; Lori Allison and Emma Allison 335; Kelly Morris 114, 147; Andy Morse 168, 57.

RECESS

Bryan Black brought the class to order leading song on page 338. Leaders: Eric Tweedy 108b, 455; Joan Durden 29t, 34b; Malinda Snow 163b, 551; Karen Morris 34t, 37b; Bill Scott 85, 383; Susan Scott 479, 216; Frances Mary DeAndrea 106, 275. Bryan Black asked the blessing on the noon meal.

LUNCH

The afternoon session began with Bryan Black leading song on page 115. Leaders: Susan Posey 145b, 268; Eric Scott 49t, 49b; Fran Adams 159, 107; Richard DeLong 39b, 318; Larry Woodring 102, 38b; Helen Bryson 196, 287; Laura Akerman 236; John Plunkett 501, 182; Andy Morse 448b, 189; Kelly Morris 47b; Joan Durden 480, 47t; Frances Mary DeAndrea 45t, 384; Eric Tweedy 314, 143; Karen Morris 502, 66; Malinda Snow 522, 497; Fran Adams 475; Karen Scheib 135.

Bryan Black led song on page 62 as the closing song, and dismissed the class with prayer.

Chairman—Bryan Black; Vice Chairman—John Plunkett; Secretary—Laura Akerman.

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing

Embry Hills Methodist Church, Atlanta, Georgia
Oct 23, '99

The twenty-third annual Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on Saturday before the fourth Sunday in October at Embry Hills Methodist Church in Atlanta. The class was called to order at 10:00 a.m. by Chairman Bryan Black leading song on page 47t. The morning prayer was led by Eric Tweedy.

Leaders: John Plunkett 78; Laura Akerman 82t; Doug Allison 421, 277; Kelly Morris 147t.

The class went into business session, and the following officers were elected or appointed to serve: Chairman—John Plunkett; Vice Chairlady—Helen Bryson; Secretary—Laura Akerman; Chaplain—Eric Tweedy; Arranging Committee—Kelly Morris and Doug Allison; Finance Committee—Don Bowen.

Leaders: John Plunkett 52; Helen Bryson 299, 213; Eric Tweed 347, 311; Jeannette DePoy 475, 542; Andy Anderson 49b, 49t; Margie Dietz 168, 457; Roy Nelson 145, 318; Malinda Snow 68b, 551; Reuben Ball 497, 460.

RECESS

John Plunkett brought the class back to order leading song on page 155. Leaders: Emma Allison and Lori Allison 335; Bill Scott 85, 71; Diane Wall 120, 182; Martha Ann Stegar 479, 198; Lee Rogers 217, 350; Jack Corley 332, 300; Faye Pettis 67, 380.

Eric Tweedy asked the blessing on the noon meal.

LUNCH

The afternoon of singing began with John Plunkett leading song on page 112. Leaders: Joan Durden 29t, 114; Karen Morris 503, 454; Don Bowen 117, 163b; Cathy White 268, 84; Larry Woodring 143, 63; Susan Scott 480, 532; Judy Mincey 501, 540; Charlene Wallace 276, 441; Elizabeth Carroll 47b, 294; Liz Bryant 142, 384; Laura Akerman 518; Roy Nelson 434; Helen Bryson 178; Kelly Morris 535b; Fran Adams 159; John Murrill 70, 216; Lee Roberts 373 (in memory of Glen Swaber).

John Plunkett led song on page 62 as the closing song. Eric Tweedy led the closing prayer.

Chairman—John Plunkett; Vice Chairlady—Helen Bryson; Secretary—Laura Akerman.

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing

Embry Hills Methodist Church, Atlanta, Georgia
Sat, Oct 21, '00

The twenty-fourth annual Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on Saturday before the fourth Sunday in October at Embry Hills Methodist Church in Atlanta, Georgia. The class was called to order at 10:00 a.m. by John Plunkett leading song on page 49t. Bryan Black led the opening prayer. Leaders: John Plunkett 32t; Helen Bryson 316, 112; Laura Akerman 34, 543; Kelly Morris 47b, 114; Eric Tweedy 66, 532; Don Bowen 99, 171.

A business session was held with the following officers elected or appointed: Chairperson—Helen Bryson; Vice Chairman—Andy Morse; Secretary—Laura Akerman; Memorial Committee—John Plunkett and Jeannette DePoy; Finance—Don Bowen and Andy Anderson; Arranging—Kelly Morris and Doug Allison; Locating—Bryan Black.

Leaders: Helen Bryson 47t; Liz Bryant 270, 475; Bernard Collard 503, 474; Cathy White 159, 84; Andy Morse 203, 189; Judy Mincey 384, 34t.

RECESS

The class resumed singing with Andy Morse leading song on page 480. Leaders: Frances Mary D'Andrea 148, 318; Andy Anderson 63, 117; Carri Grindon 547, 58; Jeremy York 245; Charlene Wallace 276, 224; Al Grindon 86, 40; Virginia Douglas 496, 68; David Yeager 523, 143. Eric Tweedy asked the blessing on the noon meal.

LUNCH

The class was called back to order by Helen Bryson leading song on page 82. Leaders: B.M. Smith 222, 231; Jeannette DePoy 39b, 542; John Hollingsworth 240; Malinda Snow 455, 501; Katherine Yntema 479, 324; Larry Woodring 186, 107.

John Plunkett presented the memorial lesson and led songs on pages 145 and 61 for the deceased. Those remembered were: Jack Smith, Vedie Touchstone, Dollie Hudgins, Karen House, and Harold White.

Jeannette DePoy remembered the shut-ins and led song on page 566 for: Mozelle Sheppard, Charlotte Allison, Revy Williamson, Gladys McGraw, and Roy Morse. Bryan Black closed the memorial with prayer.

Leaders: Karen Morris 383, 37; John Whittemore 38, 535; Susan Posey 145, 178; Fran Adams 358, 68b; Richard DeLong 410t, 35; Bryan Black 215; Bernard Collard 452, 454; Laura Akerman 192.

The singing closed with the officers leading song on page 62, and John Plunkett dismissed the class with prayer.

Chairman—Helen Bryson; Vice Chairman—Andy Morse; Secretary—Laura Akerman.

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing

Embry Hills Methodist Church, Atlanta, Georgia
Sat, Oct 27, '01

The twenty-fifth annual Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on Saturday before the fourth Sunday in October at Embry Hills Methodist Church in Atlanta, Georgia. The class was called to order at 10:00 a.m. by Helen Bryson leading song on page 31. Bryan Black led the opening prayer.

Leaders: Andy Morse 56t, 288; Laura Akerman 84, 532; Doug Allison and Emma Allison 326, 277; Kelly Morris 49b, 114.

A business session was held with the following officers elected or appointed: Chairman—Andy Morse; Vice Chairperson—Lela Crowder; Secretary—Laura Akerman; Chaplain—Bryan Black; Arranging Committee—Kelly Morris and Doug Allison; Memorial Committee—Eric Tweedy and Kenneth DeLong; Finance Committee—Andy Anderson and Dan Huger.

Leaders: Andy Morse 77t; Judy Mincey 464, 475; Charles Woods 479, 358; Martha Ann Stegar 276, 268; Bill Hollingsworth 59, 250; Jeannette DePoy 145t, 229.

RECESS

Lela Crowder called the class back to order leading song on page 34b. Leaders: Cathy White 503, 159; John Whittemore 40, 47; Nancy Yeager 178, 448; Eric Tweedy 362, 314; Joan Durdin 29, 148; John Hollingsworth and Bill Hollingsworth 236; Carri Grindon 122, 146; Andy Anderson and Ed Ridgewine 45, 63; Lee Rogers 332, 32b; Al Grindon and Lucy Grindon 28b, 299.

LUNCH

The class resumed singing with Andy Morse leading song on page 108. Leaders: Louis Hughes 348, 135; Malinda Snow 52t, 455; David Yeager and Richard Amy 504, 386; Karen Morris and Caran Bryant 480, 454; Kenneth DeLong 318, 301; Charlene Wallace 383, 385b.

A memorial lesson was held. Kenneth DeLong led a song for the deceased who have passed away since last year, and Eric Tweedy led for the sick and shut-ins, including Freeman Wootten. Bryan Black closed the memorial lesson with prayer.

Hugh McGraw led song on page 382, and reminisced about the early days of this singing when singers were seated in "bleachers" at the Seed and Feed Theatre.

Leaders: John Plunkett 313b, 285b; Richard DeLong 467, 395; Bryan Black 376, 430; Diane Wall 497, 306; Susan Posey 384, 569; Dan Huger 210; Susan Firestone 66; Laura Akerman and Deborah Jolly 186.

Andy Morse led song on page 62 as the closing song, and Bryan Black dismissed the class with prayer.

Chairman—Andy Morse; Vice Chairperson—Lela Crowder; Secretary—Laura Akerman.

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing

Embry Hills United Methodist Church, Atlanta, Georgia
Oct 26, '02

The twenty-sixth annual Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on Saturday before the fourth Sunday in October at the Embry Hills United Methodist Church in Atlanta, Georgia. The class was called to order at 10:00 a.m. by Chairman Andy Morse leading songs on pages 31t and 53. Bryan Black offered the opening prayer.

Leaders: Lela Crowder 99; Bryan Black 67; Laura Akerman 77b; Kelly Morris 114; Eric Tweedy 200; Judy Mincey 475.

A business session was held with the following officers elected or appointed: Chairman—Lela Crowder; Vice Chairman—Eric Tweedy; Secretary—Laura Akerman; Chaplain—Bryan Black; Arranging Committee—Kelly Morris and Dan Huger; Finance Committee—Charles Woods and Hermon Wilkinson; Memorial Committee—Judy Mincey and John Plunkett.

Leaders: Lela Crowder 82t; Faye Holbrook 318, 380; Hermon Wilkinson 384, 371; Martha Ann Stegar 81t; Charles Woods 479, 344; Junie Wooten 503b; Virginia Douglas 268, 49; Andy Anderson 28, 39t.

RECESS

Eric Tweedy called the class back to order leading song on page 47t. Leaders: Joan Durdin 29t, 86; Henry Slack 181, 535; Karen Morris 454, 49t; John Hollingsworth 236, 240; Malinda Snow 294; 474; Dan Huger 254.

LUNCH

The class reconvened with Lela Crowder leading songs on pages 48t and 300; Sandra Wilkinson 274t, 378; James Smith 345b, 45t; Nancy Yeager 146, 178.

The memorial lesson was held with John Plunkett leading song on page 158 for those singers and loved ones who have died in the past year.

Judy Mincey led song on page 50b for the sick and shut-ins. Bryan Black closed the memorial lesson with prayer.

Leaders: Violet Thomason 189, 434; David Yeager 107, 330; Jeannette DePoy 316, 278b; Dennis George 359, 215; Charlene Wallace 277, 299; Arlene Woods and Charles Woods 128, 358; Patrick Brown 335, 455; Janet Sheppard 155, 196; Susan Posey 361, 362; Kelly Morris 47b, 159; Liz Frazer 324, 543; Deborah Gross 51, 276; Dan Huger 569b; Dennis George 288; Virginia Douglas 29b; Kate Helenski 148; Lela Crowder 270.

Following announcements, Lela Crowder led song on page 62 as the closing song, and Bryan Black dismissed the class with prayer.

Chairman—Lela Crowder; Vice Chairman—Eric Tweedy; Secretary—Laura Akerman.

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing

Embry Hills Methodist Church, Atlanta, Georgia
Sat, Oct 25, '03

The twenty-seventh annual Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on Saturday before the fourth Sunday in October at Embry Hills Methodist Church in Atlanta, Georgia. The class was called to order by Lela Crowder leading 82t and 101t. Bryan Black offered the opening prayer. Bryan Black led 102; Laura Akerman 479, 84; and Kelly Morris 147t, 159.

A business session was held and the following officers were elected or appointed to serve: Chairman—David Yeager; Vice Chair—Cathy White; Secretary—Laura Akerman; Arranging Committee—Kelly Morris and John Plunkett; Finance—Andy Anderson and John Hollingsworth; Memorial—Helen Bryson.

Leaders: David Yeager 425, 350; Cathy White 270, 148; Nancy Yeager 146, 47t; John Hollingsworth 230, 460; Lee Rogers 34t, 431; Hans Guttman 142, 38b; Helen Bryson 175, 361.

RECESS

Cathy White called the class back with 268. Leaders: Malinda Snow 117, 312b; Bill Scott 455, 85; Joan Durdin 45t, 72b (in memory of Ed Turner); Andy Anderson 28t, 335; Deborah Gross 551, 183; Al Grindon 344, 49b; Karen Morris 383 (in memory of Ed Turner), 168; Susan Scott 318, 480.

LUNCH

The class resumed singing with David Yeager leading 178. Leaders: Carlene Griffin 81, 143; Andy Morse 313b, 417; Judy Mincey 376, 510.

Helen Bryson conducted the memorial lesson, and led 72t in memory of the deceased and in honor of the sick and shut-ins. John Plunkett concluded the memorial with prayer.

Leaders: Dan Huger 86, 569; John Whittemore 40, 47b; Charlene Wallace 95, 441; Cary Grindon 315, 504; Phillip Langley 182, 216.

RECESS

The class resumed singing with Malinda Snow leading 448t. Leaders: John Plunkett 495, 540; Wendy Boggan 30t, 63; John Redman 91, 236; Susan Posey and Arlen Folsom 107; Hans Guttman 171, 209; Dan Huger 32t; Lela Crowder and Portia Nunnally 87.

Following announcements, David Yeager led 347 as the closing song, John Hollingsworth offered the closing prayer, and the class was dismissed.

Chairman—David Yeager; Vice Chair—Cathy White; Secretary—Laura Ackerman.

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing

Embry Hills Methodist Church, Atlanta, Georgia
Sat, Oct 23, '04

The twenty-eighth annual Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on Saturday before the fourth Sunday in October at Embry Hills Methodist Church in Atlanta, Georgia. The class was called to order by David Yeager leading 68t. John Plunkett led the opening prayer. David Yeager led 40; Cathy White 31t, 66; Laura Akerman 99; John Plunkett 49b, 70t.

A business session was held with the following officers elected or appointed to serve: Chair—Cathy White; Vice Chair—Debora Grosse; Secretary—Laura Akerman; Arranging Committee—Kelly Morris and John Plunkett; Finance Committee—Andy Morse; Memorial Committee -Helen Bryson.

Leaders: Cathy White 34b; Debora Grosse and Kim Newsom 198, 159; Ellie Soler and Ann Doemland 143, 277; Helen Bryson 100, 112; Elise Eskew 480, 146; David Hokanson 128, 117; Nancy Yeager 71, 178.

RECESS

Cathy White brought the class back to order with 84. Leaders: Andy Morse 410t, 280; Margie Dietz 77t, 81t; Malinda Snow 474, 497; Susan Scott 300, 532; Dan Huger 209, 101t; Sandra Wilkinson 171, 82t. John Plunkett gave the blessing for the noon meal.

LUNCH

The class was called to order for the afternoon session.

Helen Bryson conducted the memorial lesson and led 380 for the sick and shut-ins: Violet Thomason, Jetha Brooks, Tom Wolfgang, John Hocutt, Bobby Jackson, Nick Griffin, and Ray Petty.

Helen Bryson led 568 in memory of the deceased: Robert Kendrick, Carolyn Snow, and Barbara DePoy. The memorial was closed.

Leaders: Martha Ann Stegar 268, 350; Bill Scott 383, 59; Frances Mary D'Andrea 106, 384; John Whittemore 318, 479; Judy Mincey 571, 540; Chris Pyron 38b, 70b; Laura Akerman 240.

Announcements were made. Next year's singing will be held at a different location, Emory Presbyterian Church in Atlanta.

Cathy White led 347 as the closing song. John Plunkett offered the closing prayer, and the class was dismissed.

Chair—Cathy White; Vice Chair—Debora Grosse; Secretary—Laura Akerman.

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing

Emory Presbyterian Church, Atlanta, Georgia
Sat, Oct 22, '05

The twenty-ninth annual Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on Saturday before the fourth Sunday in October at Emory Presbyterian Church in Atlanta, Georgia. The class was called to order by Cathy White leading 65. John Plunkett offered the opening prayer. Cathy White led 146; Debora Grosse 171; Laura Akerman 421.

A business session was held with the following officers elected or appointed to serve: Chair—Debora Grosse; Vice Chair—Elise Eskew; Secretary—Laura Akerman.

Leaders: Debora Grosse 200; John Plunkett and Susan Scott 475; Jeannette DePoy 32t; Earlis McGraw 225t; Kelly Morris 114; Helen Bryson 542; Dan Huger 102; Judy Mincey 503; Bill Scott 85; Joan Durdin 148.

RECESS

The class resumed singing with 148. Leaders: Andy Morse 189; Elizabeth Carroll 40; Andy Anderson 31b; Margie Dietz 47t; Stanley Edwards 321; Donna Bell 317; Henry Slack 535; Lela Crowder 186; John Redman 502; Shirley Hardy 452; Tony Hammock 441; Susan Scott and Jo Grudziak 300; George Burnette 101t; Karen Morris 299; Scott DePoy 274t; Nancy Yeager 68b; Martha Ann Stegar 84; David Yeager 515; Charlene Wallace 99; Susan Firestone 178; Matt Hinton 77t; Lee Rogers 332.

LUNCH

Debora Grosse called the class back to order with 155. Leaders: Kelly Morris 159; Elise Eskew 107, 454; John Hollingsworth 408; Jeremy Shipp 210, 313b; Ellie Soler 504, 277; Bob Goodman 497, 34b; Cecil Roberts 37b, 285t; Jane Spencer 480, 390; John Whittemore 209.

RECESS

The class returned with Malinda Snow leading 476. Leaders: Karen King 384; Earlis McGraw 284; Tony Hammock 283; Judy Mincey 229; Stanley Edwards 42; Susan Firestone 147t; Dan Huger 320; Helen Bryson 522; David Yeager 523; Jeannette DePoy 436; George Burnette 128; Andy Anderson 282; Lee Rogers 573; Margie Dietz 100; Laura Akerman 532; Harry Eskew 81t.

Debora Grosse led 62 as the closing song. John Plunkett offered the closing prayer, and the class was dismissed.

Chair—Debora Grosse; Vice Chair—Elise Eskew; Secretary—Laura Akerman.

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing

Emory Presbyterian Church, Atlanta, Georgia
Sat, Oct 27, '07

The 31st Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on Saturday before the fourth Sunday in October at Emory Presbyterian Church in Atlanta, Georgia. The class was called to order by Debora Grosse leading 77b. Charles Woods offered the opening prayer.

Leaders: Debora Grosse 34b; Eric Tweedy 66, 282; Laura Akerman 348b, 106; John Plunkett 271b, 136; Andy Morse 73b, 497; Charles Woods 482, 145b; Jane Spencer 176b, 306; George Burnette 417, 76b; Karen King 47b, 146.

RECESS

The class returned to order with Debora Grosse leading 39b. Leaders: Sally McEwen 159, 384.

A business session was held with the following officers elected and committees appointed: Chairman—Eric Tweedy; Vice Chairman—Tony Hammock; Secretary—Laura Akerman (assisted by Jane Spencer); Arranging Committee—John Plunkett.

Leaders: Eric Tweedy 200; Christine Moe and Gaston White 178, 268; Cathy White 270, 84; Barbara Newell 147t, 49b; Tony Hammock 434, 135; Joan Durdin 209, 148; Al Grindon 99, 87. The class then went outside to sing two songs, 155 and 81t, for a bluegrass festival organized by the church.

LUNCH

Eric Tweedy called the afternoon session together by leading 383. Leaders: Malinda Snow 196, 269; Gaston White 276, 186; Mary Whitehurst 551, 542; John Whittemore and John Whittemore, Sr. 40, 480; Ellie Soler 143, 277; Jeannette DePoy and Helen Bryson 436, 411; Mike Spencer 354t, 113; Susan Posey 82t, 290; Elise Eskew and Jill 532; Lee Rogers 573, 217.

RECESS

Tony Hammock called the class back leading 60. Leaders: Susan Firestone 504, 474; Chris Pyron 38b; Helen Bryson 546, 287; Matt Hinton 192, 212; Andy Anderson 137, 503; Martha Ann Stegar 312b, 63; David Hokanson 455, 441; Judy Mincey 347, 475; Sandra Wilkinson 300, 278b.

Eric Tweedy led 62 as the closing song, and Andy Morse offered the closing prayer.

Chairman—Eric Tweedy; Vice Chairman—Tony Hammock; Secretary—Laura Akerman

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing

Emory Presbyterian Church, Atlanta, Georgia
Sat, Oct 25, '08

The 32nd Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on Saturday before the fourth Sunday in October at Emory Presbyterian Church, Atlanta, Georgia. The class was called to order by Eric Tweedy leading 59. John Plunkett offered the opening prayer.

Leaders: Eric Tweedy 47t, 383; Tony Hammock 60, 37; Laura Akerman 85, 318; John Plunkett 96, 65; Kelly Morris 49b, 159; Debora Grosse 73b, 222; Bill Scott 71, 48b; Leslie Hunter 282, 47b; Henry Slack 455, 535; Susan Firestone 503, 504.

RECESS

The class was called together by Eric Tweedy leading 448b.

A business session was held and the following officers were elected or appointed to serve: Chairman—Tony Hammock; Vice Chairman—Phillip Langley; Secretary—Laura Akerman; Memorial Committee—Malinda Snow; Finance Committee—Dan Huger; Arranging Committee—John Plunkett and Kelly Morris.

Leaders: Tony Hammock 61; Chris Wilhelm 230, 206; Adelaide Hanson 523, 99; Scott DePoy 277, 179; Alberta Hardy 417, 366; George Burnette 76b, 81t; Shannon Primm 31t, 192; Jeannie Marsh 176t, 145t.

Malinda Snow conducted the memorial lesson. Phillip Langley led 146 for the following sick and shut-ins: Mary Florence Lambert-Smith, Frank Block, and Violet Thomason.

Sandra Wilkinson led 229 for the following deceased: Lee Rogers, Myrtle Smith, Felton Denney, Frank Green, Mercy Shank, Shirley Dumas, Loy Garrison, Myrtle Smith, Homer Benefield, and Katherine Benefield. John Plunkett closed the memorial lesson with prayer.

LUNCH

The afternoon session was called to order by Jeanette DePoy leading 475 and 142. Leaders: Susan Posey 68b (for her son, who is leaving to serve for 2 years in the Peace Corps in Kenya), 362; B.M. Smith 441, 340; Jenna Strizak 105, 270; Ethan Hardy 284, 297; Helen Bryson 196, 365; Dan Huger 501, 474; Judy Mincey 184, 468; Sandra Wilkinson 167, 91; Malinda Snow 269; Alberta Hardy 34t; Chris Wilhelm 107; Ethan Hardy 347; Dan Huger 209; Jenna Strizak and Abby Minor 319; Shannon Primm 466; Helen Bryson 287.

Tony Hammock led 56t as the closing song. Eric Tweedy offered the closing prayer, and the class was dismissed.

Chairman—Tony Hammock; Vice Chairman—Phillip Langley; Secretary—Laura Akerman

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing

Emory Presbyterian Church, Atlanta, Georgia
Sat, Oct 24, '09

The 33rd annual Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on Saturday before the fourth Sunday in October at Emory Presbyterian Church in Atlanta, Georgia. The class was called to order by Tony Hammock leading 59. John Plunkett offered the opening prayer.

Leaders: Tony Hammock 138b; Phillip Langley 283, 306; Laura Akerman 543, 344; Kelly Morris 49b, 159; Debora Grosse 448b, 112; Charles Woods 349, 47b; Eliza Marcus and students 542, 63.

A business session was held and the following officers were elected: Chairman—Phillip Langley; Vice Chairman—Andy Anderson; Secretary—Laura Akerman.

Leaders: Earlis McGraw 389 (in honor of Lonnie Rogers), 225t; Helen Bryson 428, 365; Andy Anderson 28t, 39t.

RECESS

The class was called back to order by Malinda Snow leading 269 and 472. Leaders: Bob Goodman 497, 475; Nancy Yeager 566, 510; George Burnette 101t, 81t; Emily Moore and Ruth Reveal 111t, 86; Michael Walker 92, 374.

Helen Bryson conducted the memorial lesson, leading 418 in memory of the following deceased: Elder Gerald Hand, Reba Norton, Jimmie Denney, Wanda Talley, Emil Ibele, and Nora Roberts. She led 313b for the following sick and shut-ins: Mary Lambert-Smith, Teenie Moody, Lonnie Rogers, Bob DePoy, and Violet Thomason. John Plunkett closed the memorial lesson with prayer.

Elise Sparks and two friends led 268 and 551.

LUNCH

David Yeager called the class back together by leading 147t and 240. Leaders: Judy Mincey and Sondra 503, 538; Sandra Wilkinson 167, 425; Gaston White 99, 34b; Erica Hinton 452, 460; Martha Ann Stegar 84, 85; Molly Ellis 274t, 148; Matt Hinton 168, 171; Charlene Wallace 106, 126; John Whittemore 40, 47t; Susan Posey 347, 536; John Plunkett 71, 181; Dan Huger 38b, 61; Sally McEwen 66, 87; Anna Hinton 277; Michael Walker 134.

Phillip Langley led 46 as the closing song. Matt Hinton offered the closing prayer, and the class was dismissed.

Chairman—Phillip Langley; Vice Chairman—Andy Anderson; Secretary—Laura Akerman

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing

Emory Presbyterian Church, Atlanta, Georgia
Sat, Oct 23, '10

The 34th annual Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was called to order by Phillip Langley leading 144. Andy Anderson offered the opening prayer.

Leaders: Phillip Langley 56t; Andy Anderson 569b, 535; Laura Akerman 171, 182; Bob Goodman 34b, 145b; Helen Bryson 287, 99; Debora Grosse 460, 68b; Malinda Snow 294, 496; Leigh Cooper 282, 63; Charles Woods 295, 77b; Judy Mincey 497, 475.

RECESS

The class was brought back together by Phillip Langley leading 30b. Leaders: John Plunkett 314, 94; Ellie Soler 377, 143; Martin Hardin 209, 99; Leslie Hunter 159, 157; Margie Dietz 61, 81t; George Burnette 76b, 101t; Charlene Wallace 155, 186; Andy Anderson 34t; Sandra Wilkinson 300, 278b.

LUNCH

Andy Anderson brought the class back to order leading 33b. Leaders: Laura Akerman 200; Rosemarie Yntema 36b, 47b; John Yntema 45t, 198; Debora Grosse 196.

Helen Bryson conducted a memorial lesson leading 129 for the following sick and shut-ins: Violet Thomason, Carlene Griffin, and Lonnie Rogers. She spoke and led 454 in memory of Emily Calhoun. John Plunkett closed the memorial with prayer.

The class resumed singing with Malinda Snow leading 455. Leaders: Bob Goodman 452; Leigh Cooper 32t; Mark Godfrey 178; Charles Woods 283; Judy Mincey 492; Leslie Howard 146 (in memory of Emily Calhoun); Margie Dietz 47t; George Burnette 128; Rosemarie Yntema 183; Sandra Wilkinson 176t; John Yntema 117; John Plunkett 154.

Andy Anderson led 46 as the closing song, and offered the closing prayer. The class was dismissed.

Chairman—Phillip Langley; Vice Chairman—Andy Anderson; Secretary—Laura Akerman

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing

Emory Presbyterian Church, Atlanta, Georgia
Sat, Oct 22, '11

The 35th annual Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was called to order by John Plunkett leading 59. Jonathan Wood offered the opening prayer.

Leaders: John Plunkett 52t; Malinda Snow 155, 496; Bob Goodman 452, 34b; Susan Firestone 504, 475; David Brodeur 178, 203; Debora Grosse 222, 318; Jonathan Wood 186, 209; Martha Ann Stegar 40, 63; Charles Woods 77b, 82t.

A business session was held, and the following officers elected: Chairman—Susan Firestone; Vice Chairman—Jonathan Wood; Secretary—Laura Akerman.

RECESS

Susan Firestone led 84 to call the class back to order. Leaders: Kelly Morris 49b, 159; Molly Ellis 27, 399b; George Burnette III and George Burnette V 163b, 76b; Marcia Klenbort 47b, 31t; Scott DePoy 274t, 179; Charlene Wallace 167, 283; John Whittemore 268, 34t, Karen Morris 77t, 114; Laura Akerman 448t, 149.

LUNCH

The class was brought back to order by Jonathan Wood leading 32t. Leaders: Lauren Bock 87, 371; Elizabeth Carroll 198, 148; Malinda Snow 455, 454; Bob Goodman 145b; David Brodeur 276; Debora Grosse 66; Martha Ann Stegar 277; Charles Woods 569b; Kelly Morris 535; George Burnette III and George Burnette V 81t, 223; Molly Ellis 133; Hayden Arp 206, 187; Karen Morris 299; Laura Akerman 499; Lauren Bock 153; Elizabeth Carroll 107; John Plunkett 130; John Whittemore 147t.

Susan Firestone led 323t as the closing song. Malinda Snow offered the closing prayer.

Chairman—Susan Firestone; Vice Chairman—Jonathan Wood; Secretary—Laura Akerman

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing

Emory Presbyterian Church, Atlanta, Georgia
Sat, Oct 27, '12

The 36th annual Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was called to order by Jonathan Wood leading 46. John Plunkett offered the opening prayer.

Leaders: Jonathan Wood 171; Laura Akerman 276, 290; David Brodeur 143, 277; Judy Mincey 225t, 492; Bob Goodman 452, 63; George W. Burnette III 421, 317; Leigh Cooper 39t, 564; Kelly Morris 47b, 159; Martha Ann Stegar 59, 268; Jesse Pearlman Karlsberg 285b, 275b; Lillian Meacham 117, 81t.

RECESS

Jonathan Wood brought the class back together by leading 76t. Leaders: Mark Godfrey 29t, 114; Mandy Brady 36b, 40.

A business session was held and the following officers elected: Chairman—Jonathan Wood; Vice Chairman—David Brodeur; Secretary—Laura Akerman.

Leaders: John Kelso 312b, 545; Joan Durdin 45t, 47t; Martin Hardin 234, 439; John Plunkett 330b (for Charles Woods, John Hollingsworth, Nancy Yeager, and Gertrude DeLong), 108b; Erica Hinton 110, 111b; Lisa Caspall 48t, 49b; Matt Hinton 396, 120; Charlene Wallace 99, 185; Anna Hinton 300, 282.

LUNCH

The afternoon session began with David Brodeur leading 32t. Leaders: Jeannette DePoy 394, 154; Rick Littlefield 266, 377; Amy Armstrong 384, 182; Sandra Wilkinson 177, 204; David Yeager 34b, 178; Debora Grosse 218; Karen Morris 273, 189; Henry Slack 385b, 535; Charlene Wallace 217; Leigh Cooper 542; Laura Akerman 240; Martin Hardin 472; Janet Wuichet 72b; Mark Godfrey 160b; George W. Burnette III 129.

RECESS

Jonathan Wood brought the class back to order by leading 318. Leaders: Kelly Morris 147t; Bob Goodman 223; Judy Mincey 191; Jesse Pearlman Karlsberg 349; Amy Armstrong 209; John Kelso 483; Jeannette DePoy 566; Rick Littlefield 495; Sandra Wilkinson 406; Henry Slack 168; Karen Morris 430; David Yeager 523.

Jonathan Wood led 448t as the closing song. John Kelso offered the closing prayer.

Chairman—Jonathan Wood; Vice Chairman—David Brodeur; Secretary—Laura Akerman

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing

Emory Presbyterian Church, Atlanta, Georgia
Sat, Oct 26, '13

The 37th Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was called to order by John Plunkett leading 49t. Eric Tweedy offered the opening prayer.

Leaders: John Plunkett 32t; Laura Akerman 72b, 192; Malinda Snow 36b, 87; Debora Grosse 171, 454; Martha Ann Stegar 276, 268; Kelly Morris 147t, 159; Ann Gray 142, 318; John Kelso 176t, 176b; Judy Mincey 275t, 489; Jerusha Wheeler and Agnes Menezes 107; Jerusha Wheeler 270; George Burnette 128, 129.

RECESS

The class returned with John Plunkett leading 37b. A business session was held and the following officers were elected: Chairman—Kelly Morris; Vice Chairman—John Kelso; Secretary—Laura Akerman.

Leaders: Kelly Morris 49b; Mary Jane Lea and Charles Woods 148, 277; Ellen Foster 373, 455; Lisa Bennett 117, 216; Anita Landess 29t, 379; Eric Tweedy 282 (for Chris Tweedy), 98; Mark Godfrey 70b, 312b; David Smead 479, 112; Leigh Cooper 208, 209.

LUNCH

Tony Hammock brought the class back together by leading 535, 303 (in memory of Jeff Sheppard), and 499 (in memory of Teenie Moody). Leaders: Janet Wright 63; Donna Bell 441, 480; Henry Slack 300, 47b; Bob Goodman 228, 146; Virginia Dyer 222, 212; Karen Morris 439, 198; Jesse Pearlman Karlsberg 498 (for Stanley Smith), 478; Susan Posey 496, 344 (for Arlene Woods); Jeannette DePoy 99, 74b; Erin Mills 95, 383; Joan Durdin 448b, 178; Lauren Bock and Ellen Foster 428; Lauren Bock 422.

RECESS

The class returned with Kelly Morris leading 114. Leaders: Ann Gray 384; Judy Mincey 564 (in memory of Dianne Mennella); Jerusha Wheeler 551; Anita Landess 540; Jesse Pearlman Karlsberg 451; Laura Akerman 532; Susan Posey 474; Jeannette DePoy and Lauren Bock 183; Erin Mills 430; David Smead and Lisa Bennett 120; Tony Hammock 465; Eric Tweedy 200; Henry Slack 155.

Kelly Morris led 62 as the closing song. Eric Tweedy offered the closing prayer.

Chairman—Kelly Morris; Vice Chairman—John Kelso; Secretary—Laura Akerman

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing

Emory Presbyterian Church, Atlanta, Georgia
Sat, Oct 25, '14

The 38th annual Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was called to order by Kelly Morris leading 147t. John Plunkett offered the opening prayer.

Leaders: Kelly Morris 114; Laura Akerman 176b, 454; Scott DePoy 277, 48t; Debora Grosse 460, 112; Bob Goodman 452, 145b; Susan Firestone 178, 475; George Burnette 81t, 101t; Jeannette DePoy 39t, 39b; John Plunkett 466 (for Joyce Harrison), 351; Lisa Bennett 547, 423; Charles Woods 422, 26.

RECESS

Kelly Morris led 47b to bring the class back together. A business session was held, and the following officers were elected: Chairman—Debora Grosse; Vice Chairpersons—Lisa Bennett and David Smead; Secretary-Laura Akerman.

Leaders: Debora Grosse 222; Lisa Bennett and David Smead 224; David Brodeur 56t, 43; Martha Ann Stegar 198, 47t; David Smead 108b, 371; Helen Bryson 29t, 365; Phillip Langley 30t, 299; Ann Riley Gray 440, 142; B.M. Smith 72b, 389; Malinda Snow 556, 472; Richard Carroll 143, 532.

LUNCH

The afternoon session began with Debora Grosse leading 448b. Leaders: John Kelso 544, 135; Judy Mincey 169, 279; Charlene Wallace 155, 441; Susan Posey 40, 344; Hayden Arp 406, 405; Rebecca Over 562, 500; Jesse Karlsberg 272, 216; Caran Bramlette 480, 535; Jerusha Wheeler 273, 77t; John Kelso and Jessica Kelso 100, 229; Lauren Bock 186, 461.

RECESS

Debora Grosse brought the class back to order by leading 448t. Leaders: Sandra Wilkinson 384, 274t; Henry Slack 300, 268; George Burnette 225t; Hayden Arp 434; Ann Riley Gray 146; Judy Mincey 254; Jerusha Wheeler 551; Rebecca Over 381.

Debora Grosse, Lisa Bennett, and David Smead led 62 as the closing song. Hayden Arp dismissed the class with prayer.

Chairman—Debora Grosse; Vice Chairpersons—Lisa Bennett and David Smead; Secretary—Laura Akerman

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing

Emory Presbyterian Church, Atlanta, Georgia
Sat, Oct 24, '15

The Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was called to order by Debora Grosse leading 77b. Eric Tweedy offered the opening prayer.

Leaders: Debora Grosse 157; Lisa Bennett and David Smead 28b, 31b; Laura Akerman 411, 176b; Andy Morse 73b, 209; Virginia Dyer 460, 480; George Burnette 81t, 101t; Susan Firestone 84, 475; Charles Woods 30b, 100; Karen Morris 430, 148; Andy Ditzler 354b, 383; Helen Bryson 454, 81b; Eric Tweedy 273, 200.

RECESS

The class returned with Kelly Morris leading 147t and 159. A business session was held and the following officers elected: Chairman—Lisa Bennett; Vice Chairman—David Brodeur; Secretary—Laura Akerman.

Leaders: Lisa Bennett 182; David Brodeur 38t, 29b; Sandra Wilkinson 441, 49b; Richard DeLong 28t, 36t; April Watkins 146, 282; John Whittemore 47b, 40; Charlene Wallace 155, 171.

A memorial lesson was held. Jim Neal spoke and led 527 for the following sick and shut-ins: Geneva Prichard, Louise Holland, and Matt Jacobs.

Helen Bryson spoke and led 523 in memory of the following deceased: Oliver Kindig-Stokes, Hale C. Hall, Raymond Hamrick, Robert DuPree, Robert DePoy, Ricky Burdette, George Garner, and Inez Chandler.

LUNCH

Andy Ditzler brought the class back to order by leading 30t. Leaders: Judy Mincey 474, 528; Taylor Watkins 345t, 388; Margie Dietz 89, 108b; Lauren Bock 176t (in memory of Oliver Kindig Stokes), 432; Oscar McGuire 163b, 515; Ann Riley Gray 142, 178; Phillip Langley 318, 56t; Ellen Ray 34t, 215; Daniel Williams 499, 74t; Bobby Watkins 512, 111b; Malinda Snow 547, 29t; Rosemarie Yntema 501, 228; Jim Neal 117, 59; Henry Slack 535, 300; Maryann (Peaches) Dunlap Sansom and Debora Grosse 236.

Lisa Bennett, David Brodeur, and Laura Akerman led 347 as the closing song. Andy Morse offered the closing prayer.

Chairman—Lisa Bennett; Vice Chairman—David Brodeur; Secretary—Laura Akerman

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing

Emory Presbyterian Church, Atlanta, Georgia
Sat, Oct 22, '16

The 40th annual Seed and Feed Singing was called to order by Lisa Bennett leading 59. Debora Grosse offered the opening prayer.

Leaders: Lisa Bennett 32t; David Brodeur 145t, 145b; Laura Akerman 278b, 452; Kelly Morris 49b; Debora Grosse 171; Andy Ditzler 332; Malinda Snow 28b; Winfred Kerr 36b; Rebecca Over 560; Andy Morse 183; Cary Cleaver 268; Richmond Stubbs 35.

A business session was held and the following officers elected: Chairman—David Brodeur; Vice Chairman—Jim Neal; Secretary—Laura Akerman.

Leaders: Sandra Wilkinson 47t; Tony Hammock 42; Skeet Surrency 209; Karen Morris 155; Eric Tweedy 182; Joan Durdin, Anton Ge, and Ivan Ge 114.

RECESS

The class was brought to order by Jim Neal leading 113. Leaders: Jesse Pearlman Karlsberg 213t; Jerusha Wheeler 270; John Whittemore 273; Elizabeth Gentry 127; Isaac Green 436; Dalton Lewis 472; Virginia Dyer 217.

A memorial lesson was held. Lisa Bennett spoke for the sick and shut-ins including Ben Price, Melanie Hauff, Michael Appert, Terry Warley, Andy Anderson, and Donna Bell.

Rebecca Over spoke for the deceased including Earlis McGraw, B.M. Smith, Geneva Prichard, Curtis Hamrick, and Virginia "Ginny" Slack—Georgia; Janelle Davis—Illinois; Tony Conrad—New York; Fred Ralph Kotter—Utah; Hester Edwards and Toney Smith—Alabama; David Hokanson—Florida and Georgia; Roz Graves—Florida; and Betty Jo Bennett—South Carolina. Lisa Bennett and Rebecca Over led 340 for all those remembered. The lesson was closed with prayer offered by Malinda Snow.

Kelly Morris made remarks on the 40th anniversary of this singing (the 41st singing, as research shows two singings in one year) from its origins at the Seed and Feed Theatre, with members introduced to Sacred Harp by Larry Gordon and the Word of Mouth Chorus, and a visit to the Georgia State convention, followed by a singing school taught by Hugh McGraw and a singing at the theatre's Atlanta home, a former bottling plant. The first Chairman, Henry Slack, then led 300.

Leaders: Caran Bramlette 480; Daniel Williams 523; David Smead 405; Summer Gotschall and Lisa Bennett 503.

LUNCH

David Brodeur brought the class to order by leading 72t. Leaders: John Plunkett 144; Dan Hovsepian 535; Malinda Snow 191; Eric Tweedy 442; Caran Bramlette 40; Henry Slack 181; Mary Ann "Peaches" Dunlap Sansom 236; Sandra Wilkinson 311; Andy Ditzler 400; Jerusha Wheeler 290; George Burnette, III 101t; Laura Akerman 240; Jim Neal 389; Daniel Williams 74t; Karen Morris 430; John Whittemore 186; Rose Yntema 501; David Smead 378t; Elizabeth Gentry 361; Tony Hammock 70b; Lauren Bock 432; Lauren Bock and Isaac Green 434; Rebecca Over and Winfred Kerr 500; Skeet Surrency 176t; Summer Gotschall and Lisa Bennett 384; Cary Cleaver 65; Jesse Pearlman Karlsberg 88t; Andy Morse 542; Dan Hovsepian 385b; Kelly Morris 47b.

David Brodeur led 347 as the closing song. Malinda Snow offered the closing prayer.

Chairman—David Brodeur; Vice Chairman—Jim Neal; Secretary—Laura Akerman

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing

Hardeman Primitive Baptist Church, Decatur, Georgia
Sat, Oct 21, '17

The 41st annual Seed and Feed Singing could not be held at its usual location, Emory Presbyterian Church, but will return next year. We all appreciated the hospitality of Hardeman Primitive Baptist Church, which hosted the singing. The class was called to order by David Brodeur leading 59. The opening prayer was offered by Judy Chambless. Leaders: David Brodeur 56b; Laura Akerman 85, 84; John Plunkett 73b, 321; Debora Gross 378t, 189; Kelly Morris 147t, 114; Lisa Bennett 65, 28t; Judy Chambless 472 (in memory of Hugh McGraw), 527; Andy Ditzler 27, 53; Joan Durdin 29t, 155; Tony Hammock 191 (for Virginia Dyer), 131t; Marianne "Peaches" Sansom 254, 236.

RECESS

The class returned with David Smead leading 30t. A business session was held and the following officers were elected: Chairman—Sandra Wilkinson; Vice Chairman—David Smead; Secretary—Laura Akerman.

Leaders: Jerusha Wheeler 350, 351; Eric Tweedy 292, 270; Judy Mincey 26, 534; Michael Walker 225t, 475; Karen Morris 273, 454; John Whittemore 40, 38b; Malinda Snow 512, 96.

A memorial lesson was held. Judy Mincey spoke and led 70t for the sick and shut-ins, including Virginia Futral, Virginia Dyer, Concetta Branson, Ron Bornick, and Chris Holley. Judy also spoke and led 327 in memory of the deceased, including Hugh McGraw, Julie Vea, George Snyder, and Charles Wells. The lesson was closed with prayer offered by John Plunkett.

Leaders: Sandra Wilkinson 168, 148; Robert Chambless 354t (in memory of Hugh McGraw), 34b.

LUNCH

Sandra Wilkinson brought the class back together by leading 300. Leaders: David Smead 291, 416 (noting the alto part contributed by Hugh McGraw); Amy Armstrong Wells 272, 411; Samuel Williams 322, 440; Andy Morse 353, 377; Matt Hinton 331, 330b; Anders Wells 71, 110; Henry Slack 47b, 181; David Brodeur 467; Laura Akerman 362; Kelly Morris and Bill Levisay 49b; Jerusha Wheeler 333; Lisa Bennett 196; Andy Ditzler 160b; Tony Hammock 112; Eric Tweedy 442; Judy Mincey 489; Michael Walker 380.

RECESS

The class resumed singing with David Smead leading 398. Leaders: John Whittemore 107; Sandra Wilkinson 388; Amy Armstrong Wells 546; Samuel Williams 278b; Andy Morse 77t; Henry Slack 535; John Plunkett 198 (for Martha Ann Stegar).

Sandra Wilkinson led 46 as the closing song. Andy Morse dismissed the class with prayer.

Chairman—Sandra Wilkinson; Vice Chairman—David Smead; Secretary—Laura Akerman

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing

Emory Presbyterian Church, Atlanta, Georgia
Sat, Oct 27, '18

The 42nd annual Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was called to order by Sandra Wilkinson leading 31b. Jim Neal offered the opening prayer. Leaders: Sandra Wilkinson 63; David Smead 73b, 147b; Laura Akerman 176b, 390; John Plunkett 77b, 175; Debora Grosse 224, 215; Kelly Morris 503, 159; Malinda Snow 287, 497; Henry Slack 268, 300; Bert Collins 340, 35; Karen Morris 65, 299; David Brodeur 415, 448b.

RECESS

The class returned with David Smead leading 82t. Leaders: Dave Farmer 473, 196; Hayley Robb 146; John Whittemore 40, 38b; Samuel Williams 138b, 505. A business session was held and the following officers were elected: Chairman—David Smead; Vice Chairman—Jim Neal; Secretary—Laura Akerman. Leaders: Jim Neal 406, 477; Lisa Bennett 444, 332; Susan Firestone 474, 475; Jeremiah Ledbetter 312b, 148; Andy Ditzler 462, 75; Amy Armstrong Wells 272, 448t.

LUNCH

Jim Neal brought the class back together by leading 32t. Leaders: Eric Tweedy 174, 442; Glenda Collins 99, 100; Erin Fulton 466, 399b; Daniel Williams 441, 360.

Lisa Bennett conducted a memorial lesson for the deceased and sick and shut-ins. The names of the following deceased were read: Andy Worthington, Louise Holland, Daphene Causey, Clois Rollins—Georgia; Darrell Swarens—Indiana; Steve Helwig—Oregon. The names of the following sick and shut-ins were read: Charlene Wallace, Don Bowen, Norma Mincey, Judy Mincey, Helen Bryson, Tim Gregg, and Adrian Eldridge. Lisa led 70t for all, and Jim Neal closed the service with prayer.

Leaders: Zachary Silva 157; Diane Heywood 49t, 178; Tony Hammock 404, 400; Lauren Bock 325, 532; Michael Walker 41, 392 (both in memory of Danny Arms).

RECESS

The class returned with David Smead leading 335. Leaders: Nina Burris 344, 362; Anders Wells 70b, 71; Susan Posey 66, 84; Jesse P. Karlsberg 80b, 45b; Caran Bramlette 143, 480; Sandra Wilkinson 489; Michael Walker 131b; Dave Farmer 454; Laura Akerman, Caran Bramlette, Kelly Morris, Karen Morris, Henry Slack, and John Whittemore (original Seed and Feed Theatre people) 47b, 155. Kelly Morris announced that the location of this singing will change next year to Northlake Church of Christ in Tucker, Georgia. David Smead led 414 as the closing song. Jim Neal dismissed the class with prayer.

Chairman—David Smead; Vice Chairman—Jim Neal; Secretary—Laura Akerman

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing

Northlake Church of Christ, Tucker, Georgia
Sat, Oct 26, '19

The 43rd annual Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was called to order by David Smead leading 31t. Jenna Strizak offered the opening prayer. Leaders: Jim Neal 47t; Laura Akerman 117; John Plunkett 77b; Anna Hinton 142; Jerusha Wheeler 40; David Brodeur 97; Jenna Strizak 456; Helen Bryson 328; Lisa Bennett 329; Daniel Williams 567; Amy Wells 183; John Hollingsworth 408; Malinda Snow 28b; Karen Morris 268; Andy Ditzler 79 (in memory of Charlene Wallace); Gail Doss 547; Tony Hammock 229.

RECESS

Jim Neal led 63 to bring the class together. Leaders: Nathan Rees 391; Thomas Smith 535; Debora Grosse 534. A business session was held and the following officers were elected: Chairman—Jim Neal; Vice Chairman—Amy Wells; Secretary—Laura Akerman. A resolution was approved to dedicate this singing to Charlene Wallace.

Leaders: Matt Hinton 151; Caran Bramlette 480; Isaac Green 302 (in memory of Charlene Wallace); Sandra Wilkinson 287 (in memory of Charlene Wallace); Samuel Williams 562; Lauren Bock 442; Bill Hollingsworth 180; Cathy Bonk 445; Amber Davis 560; Erica Hinton 332.

Jeannette DePoy led the memorial lesson for the deceased and the sick and shut-ins. She read the following list of names of the sick and shut-ins: Norma Mincey, Judy Mincey, Don Bowen, and Martha Ann Stegar. She read the following list of names of the deceased: Charlene Wallace, Susan Roberts, Robbie Rivers—Georgia; Ottis Sides, Eugene Forbes—Alabama; Paul Luther Wilson—Minnesota; Concetta Branson—Oregon; Hugues Albanel—France; Aubrey Barfield—Florida. Jeannette shared some memories of Charlene Wallace. She asked Scott DePoy to lead 72b for the sick and shut-ins. Jeannette DePoy led 68b in memory of the deceased. Prayer was offered by Jenna Strizak.

Leaders: John Whittemore 47b; Dan Edwards 203. Jim Neal asked the blessing prayer before the noon meal.

LUNCH

Amy Wells led 128. Leaders: Jesse Karlsberg 402; Henry Slack 300; Peaches Sansom 236; Corrine Wells and Amy Wells 472; Karen Edwards 216; Kelly Morris 503; Anders Wells 99; Joan Durdin and Ivan Ge 148; David Smead 171 (in memory of Charlene Wallace); Jim Neal 496; Laura Akerman with other original Seed and Feed singers Henry Slack, Peaches Sansom, Karen Morris, Kelly Morris, John Whittemore, and Caran Bramlette 254; Anna Hinton 383; Jerusha Wheeler 107; Greta Edwards 77t; David Brodeur 93; Jenna Strizak 370; Lisa Bennett 155 (in memory of Charlene Wallace); Daniel Williams 58; Amy Wells and Anders Wells 546; Karen Morris, Caran Bramlette, and Peaches Sansom 454; Andy Ditzler 137.

RECESS

Jim Neal led 406. Leaders: Tony Hammock 434; Nathan Rees 108b; Debora Grosse 475; Bill Hollingsworth 365; Thomas Smith 448t; Matt Hinton 448b; Sandra Wilkinson 323b; Samuel Williams 543; Jesse Karlsberg, Lauren Bock, and Lucey Rose Karlsberg 186; Cathy Bonk 30t; Caran Bramlette 143.

Jim Neal, Amy Wells, and Laura Akerman led 46 as the closing song. Matt Hinton dismissed the class with prayer.

Chairman—Jim Neal; Vice Chairman—Amy Wells; Secretary—Laura Akerman with assistance from Jerusha Wheeler

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing

Milam Park, Clarkston, Georgia
Sat, Oct 22, '22

The 44th annual Seed and Feed singing was called to order by Jim Neal leading 47t. Jeannette DePoy offered the opening prayer. Leaders: Jim Neal 32t; Amy Wells 34b; Laura Akerman 86; Jerusha Wheeler 171; John Plunkett 325; Jeannette DePoy 129; Andy Ditzler 402; Debora Grosse 318; Bill DuPre 448t; Lisa Bennett 464 (in memory of Ted Mercer); Peaches (Marianne) Dunlap Sansom 236; Oscar McGuire 485; Gene Clifton 455; Shawn Taylor 112; David Smead 29b; Caran Bramlette 480; Lauren Bock 283; Kelly Morris 147t (in memory of Larry Gordon).

RECESS

The class returned with Jim Neal leading 101t. Leaders: David Brodeur 58; Mark Bumgardner 268; Anders Wells 99. A business session was held, during which the following officers were elected to serve: Chairman—Amy Wells; Vice Chairman—Shawn Taylor; Secretaries—Jerusha Wheeler and Laura Akerman.

Leaders: Richard Carroll 143; Lisa Bennett 56b; Lucey Rose Karlsberg 146; Jesse P. Karlsberg 291; Bridge Hill Kennedy 277; John Whittemore 40; Henry Slack 300; Joan Durdin 114; Peaches (Marianne) Dunlap Sansom 254; Jeannette DePoy 89; Debora Grosse 504; Andy Ditzler 113; Oscar McGuire 229; David Smead 227; the original Kelly's Seed and Feed singers (Kelly Morris, Karen Morris, Peaches (Marianne) Dunlap Sansom, Debora Grosse, Caran Bramlette, John Whittemore, Peg Geronimo, John Plunkett, Laura Akerman, Gene Clifton, Henry Slack, and Elizabeth Carroll) 155. Debora Grosse blessed the food.

LUNCH

Shawn Taylor and Claireda Taylor led 276. Leaders: Richard Carroll 66; Bill DuPre 472; Karen Morris 430; Mark Bumgardner 159; Jesse P. Karlsberg 440; Cathy Bonk 35.

Jim Neal led 330b for the memorial lesson. He noted that we are surrounded by community, both in Sacred Harp and by the locals in the park. Those memorialized included the following deceased: Ted Mercer, Larry Gordon, Larry Bumgardner, Anne Bramlette, Carl Bramlette, Margaret Manus, Norris Flagler, J.L. Hopper, Lori Hinesley (Eugene Forbes' daughter), Harry Mamlin, and Joan Aldridge, and the following sick and shut-ins: Virginia Dyer, Philip Denney, Cecil Roberts, and Don Bowen. Leaders: Jerusha Wheeler 107; David Brodeur 546; Bridge Hill Kennedy 411; Laura Akerman 532; Caran Bramlette 535; Henry Slack 117; Amy Wells 272; John Whittemore 37b; Lauren Bock and Lucey Rose Karlsberg 196; Kelly Morris 503; Karen Morris 273; Lisa Bennett 168.

RECESS

Cathy Bonk led 282 to reconvene the class. Leaders: John Plunkett 145t; Bridge Hill Kennedy 142; Oscar McGuire 163b; Laura Akerman and Jerusha Wheeler 192; Shawn Taylor and Claireda Taylor 38b; David Brodeur and Andy Ditzler 353 (in memory of Hugh McGraw); Jesse P. Karlsberg, Lauren Bock, Lucey Rose Karlsberg, and Hattie Karlsberg 186; Amy Wells and Anders Wells 76b; Lisa Bennett and David Smead 212; Kelly Morris and Karen Morris 209; Jim Neal 496. Amy Wells and Shawn Taylor led 46 as a closing song. The closing prayer was offered by Cathy Bonk.

Chairman—Amy Wells; Vice Chairman—Shawn Taylor; Secretaries—Jerusha Wheeler and Laura Akerman

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing

Holy Trinity Parish Episcopal Church, Decatur, Georgia
Sat, Oct 21, '23

The 45th annual session of the Seed and Feed Singing met at Holy Trinity Parish Episcopal Church. Amy Wells brought the class to order by leading 82t. Malinda Snow offered the opening prayer.

Leaders: Amy Wells 155; Laura Akerman 85, 280; Jerusha Wheeler 217, 107; Jim Neal 374, 406; Lisa Bennett 430, 444; Bill DuPre 195, 378b; Karen Morris 145t, 299; David Smead 345b, 171.

RECESS

Amy Wells and Donna DeConna led 72b to bring the class together. Leaders: Judy Mincey and David Kam 383 (in memory of Bob Hart), 501. A business session was held with the following officers elected: Chairperson—Abigail Cannon; Vice Chairperson—Malinda Snow; Secretaries—Jerusha Wheeler and Laura Akerman.

Leaders: Anders Wells 99, 76b; Kelly Morris 503 (in memory of Lloyd Redding), 159; Lauren Bock 126, 440; Mandy Rose 504, 497; Abigail Cannon 274t, 42; Oscar McGuire 573, 485; Justin Bowen 422, 384; Malinda Snow 128, 129 (in memory of George W. Burnette, III); Lucey Karlsberg and Corrine Wells 196. Jim Neal offered the blessing over the dinner.

LUNCH

The afternoon session began with Abigail Cannon and Amy Wells leading 30t. Leaders: Rosemarie Yntema 183, 36b; Jesse P. Karlsberg 325, 316; Nathan Rees 353, 464; Nina Burris 106, 480; John Yntema 268.

Judy Mincey conducted the memorial lesson, remembering those whom we missed due to death or circumstances. Names of the deceased were George W. Burnette III, Philip Denney, and Virginia Dyer—Georgia; Melanie Hauff—Illinois. The sick and shut-ins named were Don Bowen and Lela Crowder. Judy then led 549 for all.

Leaders: John Plunkett 473, 361; John Whittemore 40 (in memory of his grandfather), 47b; Oscar McGuire 229; Lisa Bennett 158; Justin Bowen 192; Nina Burris 228; Nathan Rees 371.

RECESS

Abigail Cannon and Malinda Snow led 32t to begin the session. Leaders: Dowman Wilson and Amy Wells 59; Kelly Morris and John Whittemore 147t; David Smead 236; Judy Mincey and Laura Akerman 254; Jim Neal and Bill DuPre 142; Henry Slack 535; Jesse P. Karlsberg, Lauren Bock, and Lucey Karlsberg 146; Rosemarie Yntema 200; John Plunkett 297; Henry Slack 181.

A business meeting was held. All donations offered, except for the cost of the minutes, were donated to Holy Trinity Parish Episcopal Church.

Abigail Cannon and Malinda Snow led 267 as the closing song. The closing prayer was offered by Bill DuPre.

Chairperson—Abigail Cannon; Vice Chairperson—Malinda Snow; Secretaries—Laura Akerman and Jerusha Wheeler

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing

Holy Trinity Parish, Atlanta, Georgia
Sat, Oct 26, '24

The 46th annual Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on Saturday before the fourth Sunday in October. The class was called to order by Malinda Snow leading 131b. Malina offered the opening prayer.

Leaders: Judy Mincey 178, 549; Amy Wells 155, 112; Karen Morris 159, 299; Susan Posey 84, 475; Kelly Morris 503, 114; Debora Grosse 171, 99; Caran Bramlette 480, 143; Jerusha Wheeler 191, 481; Bill DuPre 65, 37b (in remembrance of Malik Williams).

RECESS

Malinda Snow led 76t to bring the class together, followed by a business session. The following officers were elected: Chairman—Malinda Snow; Vice Chairman—Bill DuPre; Secretaries—Jerusha Wheeler and Laura Akerman. Debora Grosse served as the Arranging Committee.

The memorial lesson was led by Judy Mincey, speaking in remembrance of the following deceased: Tommie Spurlock and Malik Williams—Alabama; Elizabeth Carroll—Georgia; Bob Goodman—California; Martha Ann Stegar—Virginia. Also recognized were those sick and/or homebound including Henry Johnson, Jack Nelson, Jesse Roberts, and Don Bowen. Judy led 50b for all, and closed the memorial lesson with prayer.

Leaders: Lauren Bock 209 (in memory of Malik Williams), 168; Jesse P. Karlsberg 145b (in memory of Bob Goodman), 63 (in memory of Martha Ann Stegar); Laura Akerman 73t, 338; John Whittemore 34t, 40; Anders Wells 274t, 76b; John Plunkett 74b, 83t; Henry Slack 181, 300.

LUNCH

Jerusha Wheeler began the afternoon session by leading 49t. Leaders: Malinda Snow 472; Judy Mincey 468; Amy Wells 440; Karen Morris 430; Kelly Morris 47b; Kato Shelledy 45t; Laura Akerman 240; Caran Bramlette 324, 318; Henry Slack 535, 254; Jerusha Wheeler 195; Sasha Hsuczyk 69b, 216; Bill DuPre 569b; Lauren Bock 556; John Plunkett 145t; Jesse P. Karlsberg 410t; John Whittemore 268; Debora Grosse 236.

After some reminiscing from those who were at the first Feed and Seed Singing, it was noted that Charlene Wallace used to always attend and lead 224, which was led in memory of her by Kelly Morris.

Leaders: Henry Slack 215; Dowman Wilson 59; Laura Akerman 455 (requested by Dan Hovsepian via email); Sasha Hsuczyk 148 (as requested by Joan Durdin); Caran Bramlette and Karen Morris 454; Malinda Snow 344.

After announcements, Malinda Snow led 569t as the closing song. She offered the closing prayer.

Chairperson—Malinda Snow; Vice Chairman—Bill DuPre; Secretaries—Jerusha Wheeler and Laura Akerman

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing (2025 Edition)

Tisdale Hall, Holy Trinity Parish, Decatur, Georgia
Sat, Oct 25, '25

The 47th session of the annual Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on Saturday before the fourth Sunday in October. The class was called to order by Malinda Snow leading 173. Malinda Snow offered the opening prayer. Leaders: Bill DuPre 42; Laura Akerman 484t; David Brodeur 81b; Amy Wells 142; David Smead 140; Helen Bryson 136; Debora Grosse 334; Lisa Bennett 395; Jeannette DePoy 171; John Yntema 107; Maygan Barker 135; Tom George 92; Duffy 55; Caran Bramlette 480; Jane Cannon 53; Kelly Morris 535; Lauren Bock 308; Johnathon Kelso 338.

RECESS

Malinda Snow called the class back together by leading 294. Shawn Taylor led 499t. Bill DuPre led the memorial lesson. He spoke about the Sacred Harp community and the importance of helping others in the community. He read the following list of names of the sick and shut-ins: Judy Henry, Betty Shepherd, Joyce Walton, Ed Thacker, Margaret Thacker, Don Bowen, Jack Nelson, Henry Johnson, Jesse Roberts, Nate Green. Bill read the following list of names of the deceased: Buell Cobb, Lucy Heidorn, and Julia Poston—Alabama; Nancy Hersh and Donna Tasker—Georgia; John Bennett—Germany; Michael Kennedy—Ireland; John Smead—Missouri; Phil Perrin—North Carolina; Mike Hinton—Texas. Bill DuPre led 86 for all, and closed the lesson with prayer.

Leaders: John Plunkett 160t; Jesse P. Karlsberg 487; Andy Ditzler and Jeff Thomas 513; Judy Mincey 27b; Jacob Lindler 400; John Whittemore 40; Anders Wells 99; Erick Rubio and José Camacho-Cerna 47b; Tom George 409; Janet Shepherd 433; David Ivey 355; Juniper Hill 455; José Camacho-Cerna 562; Dan Edwards 270; Dave Farmer 209; Jesse P. Karlsberg and Gabriel Zuckerberg 106.

A business session was held and the following officers were elected: Chair—Bill DuPre; Vice Chair—Shawn Taylor; Secretary—Laura Akerman. David Brodeur continued as the Arranging Committee and Lisa Bennett as Treasurer.

LUNCH

Jesse P. Karlsberg led 111t to bring the class back together. Jesse made a special presentation of a plaque to Malinda Snow for her work in editing song texts in the new revision of The Sacred Harp: 2025 Edition.

Leaders: Rosemarie Yntema 255; Jonathon Smith 419; Juniper Hill 269; David Ivey 516; Sasha Hsuczyk 432; Colton Barber 178t; Lisa Bennett and Gary Spikula 26; Nathan Rees and Katelyn Best 50t; Kelly Morris 503; Rachel Adelstein 268; Gabriel Zuckerberg 288; Nina Burris 198; Laurie Allison 100; Grace Holleran 542; Jane Cannon 515; Doug Allison 115; Jacob Lindler 506; Caran Bramlette 143; Janet Shepherd 114; Duffy 203; John Whittemore 38b; Judy Mincey 51; Lauren Bock 523; Juniper Hill 481; Corinne Wells and Lucey Karlsberg 196; Laura Akerman 569b; José Camacho-Cerna 367. Following announcements, David Ivey led 575. Dave Farmer offered the closing prayer.

Chair—Bill DuPre; Vice Chair—Shawn Taylor; Secretary—Laura Akerman

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Proceedings of the Union Musical Convention. Held with Cross Roads Class,
Sept. 2-5, 1927

Fifty Ninth Annual Session.

First Days Session,

Convenes with Cross Roads singing Class, Sept. 2, 1927, at 10 O'Clock A.M.

In the absence of the President and Vice President, Called to order, song led by the Secretary, Sister Hallie Reeve. Prayer led by Bro John Bradley. After which Bro P.A. Reed was appointed to act as President. Two songs led by Bro. P.A. Reed.

Then Introductory lesson was led by Bro Hubert Reeve. 30 Minutes. Four songs led by Bro C.W. Hester. Four songs led by Bro James Hopkins. Four songs led by Bro W.G. Sullivan. Four songs led by Bro J.E. Butler. Four songs led by Bro. Roy Jones. Four songs led by Bro John Henry Blake. Four songs led by Bro J.M. Cagle.

Adjournment one hr for refreshment.

Afternoon Session.

Called to order; song led by the President. Four songs led by Bro Hubert Blake. By motion and second that we enter into the regular business Session. Called for letters and delegates from letters and delegates from classes that compose the body and receive the following: Mt Pisgah, Milton County; Pleasant Hill, Milton County. Roswell, Cobb County; Cross Roads, Fulton County; Bethel, Gwinnette County; Ebenezer, Fulton County; Called for Petitionary classes and receive Mt. Oliver, Milton County;

On motion and second entered into the election of officers for the ensuing year. Which results as follows: Bro. W.C. Owens, President; Bro T.L. Hester, Vice-President; Sister Hallie Reeve, Secretary; Sister Marie Reeve, Assistant Secretary;

Two songs led by Bro the Newly elected President, Bro W.C. Owens. Four songs led by Bro C.M. Power. Appointed committees as follows.

On Arrangements: Bro J.H. Hopkins, J.H. Blake, J.J. Cagle.

On Executive — Bros P.A. Reed, J.J. Berry, C.M. Power, J.E. Butler, Roy Reeve.

On Memorial Committee — Bros Wm Delong, W.N.N. Reeve, J.L. Owene. Four songs led by Bro. J.J. Berry.

Recess 10 minutes —

Called to order — sang led by the President. Four songs led by the Bro Roy. Reeve. Four songs led by Bro Wm Delong. Four songs led by Bro Homer Reeve. Four songs led by Sister Hester Reeve. Four songs led by Sister Hattie Cagle. Four songs led by Bro C.C. Shirley. 1 song led by the President.

Motion to adjourn until 9 O'clock to-morrow morning prevailed. Prayer led by Bro P.A. Reed.

Session Days — Morning Session

Met Pursuant to adjournment; Called to order. Three songs led by the President. Prayer led by Bro Harris Mitchel. Four songs led by Bro C. W. Hester. Four songs led by Bro deeRay Canner. Four songs led by Bro John Drummond. Four songs led by Bro J.R. Owens. Four songs led by Bro. W.H. Powell. Four songs led by Bro T.L. Hester.

Recess 10 minutes.

Called to order. Song, by the President. Four songs led by Bro William Duncan. Four songs led by Bro. J.B. Price.

Renewed the call for letters and delegates that compose the body, and received none. Renewed the call for correspondence from Sisters Convention and receive none.

Four songs led by Bro Bob Cook. Four songs led by Sister Violet Reeve. Four songs led by Sister Bernice Cook.

Intermission for one hr for Refreshments:

Called to order by the President, on motion and second the body entered into a business session.

Appointed the next session of this body to be held at Roswell First Baptist Church, Roswell, Ga., Cobb County, embracing the first Sunday, Friday & Saturday before in Sept. 1928.

Appointed union singing as follows: Cross Roads Church, Fulton County; 12 miles north of Atlanta, Ga., the Fifth Sunday & Saturday before in April, 1928. Also one to be held at Union Church, Milton County. 6 miles north of Roswell, Ga., the Third Sunday in Ju and Saturday before in June, 1928; also one to be held at Pleasant Hill Church, Milton County; 6 miles south of Alpharetta, Ga., the Third Sunday and Saturday before in July, 1928.

Annual singing to be held at Sandy Plains Church, the third Sunday in each year.

(Memorial)

Report of Memorial Committee as follows —

We your Memorial committee, by leave to submit the following report: We find that since our last session God, in his infinite wisdom, has by death taken from our midst and from the membership of this body, our much beloved Brother's F.O. Carpenter, and President Bro. J.A. Seay. Resolved, First, that a music service be held at this session to the memory of these deceased members. R.2 that space be allowed in our minutes and also in our book of record, and that these resolutions be recorded on same. Resolved, 3rd, that the families of these deceased Brothers, be furnished with copies of these resolutions.

Bro. Wm. Delong, Chairman.

By motion and second the proceeding report, with the resolutions, be adopted. By motion and second the business session adjourn. Four songs led by Bro W.N.N. Reeve. Four songs led by Bro. O.M. Ford. Four songs led by Sister Hallie Reeve. Four songs led by Sister Bobbie Sue Cook.

Recess 10 minutes.

Called to order by the President. Four songs led by Bro Hubert Turner. Four songs led by Bro. E.G. McGarity. Four songs led by Bro. W.H. Mitchel. President appointed Bro W.N.N. Reeve to sing No. 235 Easter Anthem, at the request of Bro Harris Mitchel. Four songs led by Bro John Copeland. Four songs led by Bro J.H. Hopkins.

By motion and second that the session adjourn until to-morrow at 9 O'clock. Song led by the President. Prayer led by Bro. E.G. Fuller.

Third Days Session

Morning Session

Met Pursuant to adjournment.

Called to order, song led by the President. Prayer led by Bro C.A. Spruiel. Song led by the President. Four songs led by Bros Reynolds Hester. Four songs led by Bro W. H. Powers. Four songs led by Bro. C.A. Spruiel. Four songs led by Bro Hubert Reeve. Four songs led by Bro J. B. Price.

Recess 10 minutes.

Called to order by the President. Four songs led by Bro Ray. Jones. After which the body entered into Memorial services of the deceased members. Prayer led by Bro. P.A. Reed. First Music was led by Bro's C.A. Spruiel, J.A. Donaldson, W.A. Womack, James Maloney, led No's 339, 235, 55, 32, In memory of the deceased member, Bro F.O. Carpenter. Second, Bro's J.R. Owens, J.J. Cagle led No's 179, 387, 339, 341, in memory of our deceased President, Bro J.A. Seay. Prayer led by Bro. W.A. Womack. Four songs led by Bros Harris Mitchel, J.B. Price.

Adjourn one hour for refreshment.

Called to order, song by the President. Three songs led by Bro. T.W. Abernathy. Three songs led by Sister Marie Reeve. Three songs led by Sister Mildred Owens. Three songs led by Sister Leola Cagle. Three songs led by Bro Claude Cook, Three songs led by Bro Noah Reeve Jr. Three songs led by Bro W.F. Blake.

Recess 10 minutes.

Called to order by the President. Three songs led by Bro Bob Casey three songs led by Little Jeanette Reeve, three songs led by Bro Roy Reeve, three songs led by Bro W.N.N. Reeve, three songs led by Bro J.R. Owens. Three songs led by Bro P.A. Reed.

Resolution of Thanks, we the delegates that compose the body, and also the visitors, desire to render to Cross Roads Church and Community at large our heartfelt thanks for their generous hospitality and loving kindness which they have shown to us during our session, we pray that God sends a rich blessing upon them for their kindness to all.

The President appointed Bro Claude Cook to lead the Introductory lesson at next session.

Two songs led by the Vice-President, Bro. T.L. Hester, one song led by the President. Prayer led by Bro E.G. Fuller.

Adjourned to meet at time and place mentioned in these Minutes,

W.C. Owens, President
J.L. Hester, Vice-President
Hallie Reeve, Secretary
Marie Reeve, Assistant Secretary

Class — President — Pastoffices —         Amt
Ebenezer — Wm Delong — Roswell         $2.50
Cross Roads — J.E. Butler — Dunwoody    2.68
Roswell — P.A. Reed — Roswell           1.00
Bethel — B.W. Scott — Norcross          1.00
Mt. Oliver — J.E. Hopkins — Roswell     1.00
Pleasant Hill — J.W. Brumbelow, Roswell 2.65
Mt. Pisgah — W.N.N. Reeve  Roswell      1.00
W.H. Power —         Marietta            .10
W.H. Mitchel —       Roswell             .25
J.R. Cook —          Woodstock           .25
                                       $12.43

The annual singing has been postponed from the first Sunday at Union Church in June on account of the singing in 1928 there.

Order of Business.

1. Convention shall be called to Order by the President with song and prayer, then In Introductory Sesson.
2. Called for letters and delegates that compose the body.
3. Called for Petitionary Classes.
4. Reading constitution and rules of Order.
5. Elections of Officers.
6. President appoint usual Committees.
7. Call for correspondence from Sister's Convention.
8. Call for general business.

Constitution.

1. This Convention shall be known as The Union Musical Convention.
2. The members of this Convention may be Minister of the Gospel, Professors and leaders of music, delegates and officers of regular organized Classes.
3. The voting must be confined to the delegates.
4. The officers of this Convention shall consist of a President, Vice-President, Secretary, and Assistant-Secretary.
5. The duty of the President shall be to require order, appoint all Committees and put all questions which are properly moved and seconded to the Convention.
6. The duty of the Vice-President shall be to preside in absence of the President, and assist him in his duties.
7. The duties of the Secretary shall be to keep a correct record of the business transacted by the Convention, receive all money collected and attend to the printing of the minutes.
8. The duty of the Committee or Arrangements shall be to provide for all teachers and leaders in attendance, to lead in music as they may advise.
9. The duty of the Executive Committee shall be to examine the books of the Convention and to attend to all business put before them.
10. The officers of this Convention shall be elected at each annual session by nomination and ballot.
11. Each class within the bounds of this Convention, upon producing a letter of recommendation signed by the leader of the class, shall be allowed five delegates in the Convention.
12. The music shall be soft and mild and shall be preformed on the true vocal principal principle of Vocal Music.
13. The Convention shall each day of the session be opened and closed by Prayer.
14. All teachers who are not members shall be invited to participate in singing with the Convention.
15. A call shall be made for correspondence from Sisters Conventions.
16. This Constitution may be amended by two thirds vote.

Rules of Order.

1. All motion made and seconded shall be put to the body unless withdrawn by the mover.
2. All persons wishing to speak on any subject shall rise to their feet and address the President.
3. No person shall speak more than once on the same subject without permission from the President.
4. From appellation used by the members of this Convention toward each during the session shall be Brother and Sister.
5. The President shall not vote except in case of a tie; then he shall have the Casting Vote.
6. The President, wishing to speak on any subject before the Convention, shall appoint some Brother temporary President if the Vice-President be absent.

Order of Business
Constitution
Rules of Order.

Source: Union Musical Convention Recordbook. Courtesy of Jesse P. Karlsberg.

Proceedings of the Union Musical Convention.

Held with First Baptist Church Class, Roswell, Ga.

Aug. 31, Sept 1, 2, 1928

First days Session Convenes with First Baptist Church Class, Roswell, Ga. Aug 31, Sept 1 - 2, 1928 at 10 O'Clock A.M.

Called to order, Song led by the President, Prayer led by Bro. J. E. Butler. Three songs led by the President.

Then Introductory lesson led by Bro. Claude took 30 minutes, four songs led by Bro Homer Reeve, four songs led by Bro. Roy Jones, four songs led by J. P. Owens.

Recess 10 minutes. Called to order, song led by the President, four songs led by Bro. T. E. Abernathy, four songs led by Bro W. H. Power, Four songs led by Bro J. J. Beary.

Adjourned one hour for Refreshments.

Afternoon Session. Called to order, song led by the President, four songs led by Bro Wm Delong. By motion and second that we enter into the regular Business Session. Called for letters and delegates from classes that compose the body and received the following: Mount Pisgah, Milton County, Pleasant Hill, Milton County, Cross Roads Fulton Co., Ebenezer Fulton County, Mt. Oliver, Milton County. Called for petitionary classes and received none.

On motion and second that we enter into the election of officers for the ensuing year, which results as follows: Bro. T. L. Hester, President. Bro. J. B. Price, Vice-President. Sister Laura Belle Copeland, Secretary. Bro Wm Delong Assistant Secretary.

Two songs led by the newly elected pres, Bro T. L. Hester, four songs led by Bro. J. E. Butler.

Appointed Committees as follows. On arrangements Bro Charlie Cook, Bro W. H. Blake and Bro J. R. Owens. On Executive: Bros. W. G. Sulliva, W. H. Power, J. E. Hopkins, H. Mitchell, and W. N. N. Reeve. On Memorial Bros. P.A. Reed, J.R. Cook and C. M. Power. Four songs led by Bro. J.C. Abernathy.

Recess 10 minutes.

Called to order two songs led by President, four songs led by W. G. Sullivan, four songs led by Bro. I. O. Abernathy, four songs led by Bro P. A. Reed, four songs led by Bro. W. N. N. Reeve, four songs led by Bro. W. H. Mitchell, four songs led by Bro. J. R. Waldrop.

Motion to adjourn until 9 O'Clock to-morrow morning prevailed

Prayer led by Bro. J. B. Bradley.

Second Day - Morning Session Met pursuant to adjournment.

Called to order by the president and the singing of Holy Manna, prayer led by Bro. W. G. Sullivan, four songs led by Bro P. A. Reed, four songs led by Bro J. J. Berry, four songs led by Bro J. E. Waldrup, four songs led by Bro. Homer Reeve, four songs led by Bro. Roy Jones.

Recess 10 minutes.

Called to order by president singing two songs.

Four songs led by Bro. J. E. Hopkins, four songs led by Bro J. B. Price, four songs led by Bro J. R. Cook, four songs led by Sister Marie Reeve, four songs led by Bro. C. M. Power.

Renewed the call for letters and delegates that compose the body and received none. Renewed the call for petitionary classes and received none.

Intermission of one hr for refreshments.

Afternoon Session called to order by the president and the singing of three songs.

On motion and second the body entered into a business session.

Appointed the next session of this body to be held at Pleasant Hill Church 6 miles east of Roswell, embracing the first Sunday, Friday and Sat. before in Sept. 1929.

Appointed Union singing as follows. Cross Roads Fulton Co. 12 miles north of Atlanta embracing the fifth Sunday and Sat. before in March 1929. Also one to be held at Ebenezer the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in June 1929. Also the fourth Sunday and Sat. before at Mount Oliver, 3 miles north west of Roswell.

Memorial.

Report of Memorial Committee as follows.

We your memorial Committee, beg leave to submit the following report. We do not find that any of our membership have departed from this since our last session. We feel each individual member as well as our body should be thankful to God for his loving kindness and his tender mercies that has been extended to us for the past year.

P.A. Reed, Chairman.

On Friday after the general business was finished. By motion and second the Convention agreeded to amend the Constitution so that the leader might use an instrument if he so desired. In regular business on Saturday finding this motion was illegal the body voted to with draw the act and revoted on the amendment and ruled it out.

By motion and second the business session adjourn.

One song led by Bro T. L. Hester, four songs led by Bro. J. W. Copeland, four songs led by Bro Roy Reeve, four songs led by Bro Herbert Blake.

Recess 10 minutes.

Called to order by president, four songs led by Sister Bernice Cook, four songs led by Sister Hallie Reeve, four songs led by Sister Bobbie Lou Cook, four songs led by Bro. E. G. McGarity.

By motion and second that the session adjourn until to-morrow at 9 O'Clock. Song led by Pres. Prayer led by Bro. J. W. Copeland.

Third Day's Session.

Morning Session.

Met pursuant to adjournment.

Called to order song led by president. Prayer led by Bro J. W. Copeland, four songs led by Bro Wm Delong, three songs led by Bro Bob Cagle, three songs led by Bro. J. A. Donaldson, three songs led by Bro. W. G. Sullivan.

Recess 10 minutes.

Called to order by president, three songs led by Bro C. M. Powers, three songs led by Bro. W. C. Owens, three songs led by Bro J.E. Hopkins, three songs led by Bro. J. J. Berry, three songs led by Bro. C. W. Hester, three songs led by Sister Hester Reeve, three songs led by Bro W. N. N. Reeve, three songs led by Bro. J. B. Price.

Adjourned 1 hr for refreshments.

Called to order song led by President, three songs led by Bro Roy Reeve, three songs led by Bro Noah Reeve, Jr., three songs led by Sister Mildred Owens, three songs by Sister Violet Reeve, three songs led by Sister Jeanette Reeve, three songs led by Sister Hallie Cagle, three songs led by Bro. I. W. Abernathy, three songs by Bro Gilbert Smith.

Recess 10 minutes.

Called to order, song by the Pres., three songs led by Bro Jim Hook, three songs led by Sister Maggie Lou Jet, three songs led by Bro. C. M. Powers, three songs led by Bro Hubert Reeve, three songs led by Sister Victory Reeve, three songs led by Bro Homer Reeve, three songs led by Bro. P. A. Reed, three songs led by Bro. W. N. N. Reeve, three songs led by Bro. J. B. Price.

Resolution of Thanks.

We the delegates that compose the body and also the visitors desire to render to the First Baptist Church of Roswell and Community at large our heartfelt thanks for their generous hospitality and loving kindness which they have shown us during our session. We pray that God sends a rich blessing upon them for their kindness to all.

The President appointed Bro Hubert Reeve to lead the introductory lesson at next session. One song led by president, Bro. T. L. Hester. Prayer led by Bro W. G. Sullivan.

Adjourned to meet at time and place mentioned in these minutes.

J.L. Hester, President
J.B. Price, Vice-Pres.
Laura B. Copeland, Secretary
Wm Delong, Asst. Sec.

Class          Pres.            P. Office           Amt.
Mt. Oliver     J.H. Hopkins     Roswell, Ga.      $1.25
Ebenezer       Wm Delong        Roswell, Ga.       1.50
Pleasant Hill  J.H. Blake       Roswell, Ga.       1.50
Cross Roads    J.E. Butler      Dunwoody, Ga.      2.15
Mt Pisgah      W.N.N. Reeve     Roswell, Ga.       1.00
               P.A. Reed        Roswell, Ga.        .50
               W.H. Mitchell    Roswell, Ga.        .25
               R.H. Casey       Marietta, Ga.       .05
               W.H. Powers      Marietta, Ga.       .25
               Milton Groover   Marietta, Ga.       .10
                                            R/    $8.55

Source: Union Musical Convention Recordbook. Courtesy of Jesse P. Karlsberg.

Proceedings of the Union Musical Convention Held with Pleasant Hill Class Aug 30 - 31, Sept. 1, 1929

First Days Session.

Called to order and song led by President. Prayer By Bro. W. H. Mitchell. Another song was led by the President. Introductory lesson led by Bro. Hubert Reeve 30 minutes. Four songs led by Bro Roy Jones. Four songs led by Bro J. W. Brumbelow. Four songs led by Bro W. G. Sullivan. Recess ten minutes.

Called to order and one song by the President. Four songs led by Bro. W. H. Reeve. Four songs led by Bro J. E. Hopkins. Adjourned 1 hour for refreshments.

Afternoon Session.

Called to order and one song by the President. Four songs led by Bro. O. L. Brumbelow. On motion and second the the regular order of business was taken up. Called for letters and delegates that compose the body and received the following classes: Mt. Pisgah, Milton County; Pleasant Hill, Milton County; Cross Roads, Fulton County; Second Baptist Church of Roswell, Cobb County; Mt. Oliver, Milton County; Called for petitionary classes and received none. On motion and second proceeded to elect officers for the ensuing year as follows: Bro. J. B. Price, President; Bro. J. W. Brumbelow, Vice President; Bro. Roy Reeve, Secretary; Sister Hester Reeve, Assistant Secretary.

The President appointed as arranging committee the following Brothers; J. E. Hopkins, L. H. Eidson, and W. N. N. Reeve. On motion and second adjourned the business session.

Three songs led by the President. Three songs by Bro. J. W. Sullivan. Pages 75, 79, 341, by Bro. C. M. Power. Pages 30, 127, 298, by Bro. W. F. Blake.

Recess 15 minutes.

Called to order and page 128 by the President. Pages 134, 137, 541, by Bro. W. H. Power. Pages 200, 176, 159, by Bro. J. R. Owens. Pages 270, 333, 334, by Bro. Noah Reeve Jr. Pages 119, 354, 278, by Bro. Henry Paunell. Pages 189, 299, 313, by Bro. W.H. Blake. Page 111 by the President. Prayer by Bro. E. N. Fuller.

Adjourned until 9:00 tomorrow morning.

Second Day's Session.

Met pursuant to adjournment.

Called to Order and page 58 by the Vice-President. Prayer by Bro. H. C. Pannell. Page 203, by the Vice President. Pages 335, 123, 215, 222, by Bro. J. H. Blake. Pages 47, 48, 119, 100, by Bro. J. J. Berry. Pages 111, 61, 108, 109, by Bro. Edgar Webb. Pages 90, 176, 437, 434, by Bro. W. N. N. Reeve. Pages 27, 28, 36, 332, by Bro. H. E. Jackson.

Recess 15 minutes.

Page 238, by the President. Appointed Executive Committee as follows: Bros. C. M. Power, W. M. Delong, T. L. Hester.

Memorial Committee as follows: Bros. W. N. N. Reeve, W. M. Delong, O. L. Brumbelow. Pages 168, 170, 171, 541, by Bro. Roy Jones. Pages 82, 282, 335, 72, by Bro. Lawrence Graham. Pages 122, 75, 358, 278, by Bro. A. A. Johnson. Pages 32, 85, 146, 401, by Bro. W. H. Mitchell. Intermission of 1 1/2 hours for refreshments.

Afternoon Session.

Called to order and pages 312, 183, 58, by the President. Pages 155, 270, 330, 387, by Bro. C. E. Shirley. Pages 112, 298, 189, 234, by Bro. J. O. Abernathy. Pages 354, 192, 504, 528, by Bro. T. E. Abernathy. Pages 529, 486, 519, 524, by Bro. T. L. Hester. Pages 128, 333, 334, 164, by Sister Victoria Reeve. Pages 300, 537, 377, 510, by Sister Violet Reeve. Recess 10 minutes.

Called to order and pages 135, 139, 531, 418, by the President. Appointed Union Singings as follows: Cross Roads, Fulton County, Second Sunday and Saturday before in April, 1930. Second Baptist Church of Roswell, Cobb County, Fourth Sunday and Saturday before in July, 1930. Pages 380, 378, 217, 235, by Bro. Secretary. Pages 119, 159, 489, 101, by Sister Hattie Cagle. Pages 442, 319, 275, 40, by Sister Maggie Lou Jett. Page 526, by the President, and adjourned until tomorrow morning.

Third Day's Session.

Called to order and page 335, by the President. Prayer by Bro. G. V. Crockier, page 82, by the President, pages 112, 204, 489, 519, by Bro. W. M. Delong, pages 58, 53, by Bro. Eola Chamblee, pages 63, 155, 40, by Bro. Freddie Abernathey, pages 192, 299, 200, by Bro. W. C. Cook, pages 168, 170, 541, by Bro. Roy Jones, pages 298, 215, 300, by Bro. C. W. Hester.

Recess 15 minutes.

Called to Order and page 45 by the President, pages 85, 123, 65, by Bro. A. J. Donaldson, pages 343, 143, 145, by Bro. T. M. Staples, pages 484, 537, 218, by Sister Hester Reeve. Prayer by Bro. E. N. Fuller at commencement of the Memorial Service, pages 581, 519, by Bro. Roy Reeve and Bro Noah Reeve Jr., in memory of their uncle, Bro J. G. Reeve, pages 387, 390, by Bro. W. N. N. Reeve, in memory of Bro, P. A. Reed, page 526, by the President. Prayer by Bro. Harrison Mitchell. Intermission 1 1/4 hours for refreshments.

Afternoon Session.

Called to order and page 135 by the President, pages 31, 49, 47, by Bro. W.H. Reeve, pages 319, 275, 508, by Sister Hallie Reeve, pages 189, 384, 330, by Bro. J. H. Blake, pages 333, 112, 510, by Sister Janet Reeve. Pages 172, 313, 235, by Bro. I. W. Abernathy. Appointed next session for this body to be held with Mt. Pisgah Singing Class, Milton County, the first Sunday Friday and Saturday before in September 1930. Recess 15 minutes.

Called to order and pages 30, and 27, by the president, pages 119, 128, 72, by Bro H. C. Pannell, pages 517, 528, 183, by Sister Marie Reeve, pages 36, 82, 48, by Bro. W. F. Blake, pages 123, 277, 505, by Bro W. N. N. Reeve, pages 447, 186, 524, by Bro. Roy Reeve, pages 269, 196, 211, 104, by Bros J. B. Price and J. W. Brumbelow, page 73, by the President. Prayer by Bro. W. N. N. Reeve. Adjourned to meet at time and place mentioned in these minutes.

J.B. Price, President
J.W. Brumbelow, Vice-President
Roy Reeve, Secretary
Hester Reeve, Vice Secretary

Statistics.

Class              Delegate            Post office     Amt.
Mt. Oliver         J. E. Hopkins       Roswell        $1.00
Cross Roads        J. B. Price         Dunwoody        5.00
Pleasant Hill      J. H. Blake         Roswell         2.50
2nd Baptist        C. M. Power         Roswell         1.50
Mt. Pisgah         W. N. N. Reeve      Roswell          .75
                   W. H. Power         Marietta         .10
                   W. H. Mitchell                       .05

total                                                 $9.90

Report of Memorial Committee

We, your Memorial Committee, be leave to submit the following report. We find that since our last session, God, in his infinite Wisdom has by death taken from our midst and from the membership of this body our much beloved Brothers P. A. Reed and J. G. Reeve, Sister Calhoun Spruill, Sister E. G. McGarity. Resolved first, that a music service be held at this session in memory of these deceased members. Resolved Second, that space be allowed in our Minutes and also in our book of record and that these resolutions be recorded on same. Resolved third that the families of the deceased members be furnished with copies of these resolutions.

W. N. N. Reeve, Chairman
O. L. Brumbelow.

Report of Executive Committee.

We, your Executive Committee have examined the records of this Convention, together with the Minutes of the present session and find them neatly and correctly kept up to the present time.

C.M. Powers, Chairman.

Resolution of thanks.

We, the members of this Convention, do hereby extend our heartfelt thanks to Pleasant Hill Singing Class and surrounding community at large for the kindness and hospitality shown us during our stay with them.

(Signed) The Union Musical Convention.

Order of Business.

1. Convention shall be called to order by the President with song and prayer, then Introductory Lesson.
2. Call for letters and delegates that compose this body.
3. Call for petitionary classes.
4. Reading Constitution and rules of Order.
5. Elections of Officers.
6. President appoint usual Committees.
7. Call for correspondence from Sisters' Convention.
8. Call for general business.

Constitution.

1. This Convention shall be known as The Union Musical Convention.
2. The members of this Convention may be Ministers of the Gospel, Professors and leaders of Music, delegates and officers of regular organized classes.
3. The voting must be confined to the delegates.
4. The officers of this Convention shall consist of a President, Vice President, Secretary and Assistant Secretary.
5. The duty of the President shall be to require Order, appoint all Committees and put all questions which are properly moved and seconded to the Convention.
6. The duty of the Vice-President shall be to preside in absence of the President and assist him in his duties.
7. The duty of the Secretary shall be to keep a correct record of the business transacted by the Convention, receive all money collected and attend to the printing of the Minutes.
8. The duty of the Committee on arrangements shall be to provide for all teachers and leaders in attendance to lead in music as they may advise.
9. The Executive Committee shall be to examine the books of the Convention and to attend to any other business at hand.
10. The officers of this Convention shall be elected at each annual session by nomination and ballott.
11. Each class within the bounds of this Convention, upon producing a letter of recommendation signed by the leader of the class, shall be allowed 5 delegates in the Convention.
12. The music shall be soft and mild and shall be performed on the true principles of vocal music.
13. The Convention shall each day of the session be opened and closed with prayer.
14. All teachers who are not members shall be invited to participate in singing with the Convention.
15. A call shall be made for correspondents from sister Conventions.
16. This Constitution may be amended by two thirds vote.

Roy Reeve

Source: Union Musical Convention Recordbook. Courtesy of Jesse P. Karlsberg.

Proceedings

of the

Union Musical Convention

Held with

Mt. Pisgia Church Class

Sixty Second Annual Session

Roswell, Ga

Sept 5 6 7 1930

First Day Session

Convened with Mt. Pisgia Church Class, Roswell, Ga., Sept. 5 1930 at 10 O'clock A.M. Called to order by President. Prayer led by Bro J. R. Owens. 3 Songs led by the President.

Introductory lesson was led by Bro Roy Jones. 30 min

Four songs led by Bro Hubert Blake. four songs led by Bro Vester Chamblee. Recess 15 minutes. Call to order Song led by the President.

four songs led by Bro John Copeland four songs led by Bro T. B. Donaldson.

Adjourned one hour for Refreshment.

Afternoon Session. Call to order song led by the President

three songs led by Bro C. W. Hester.

by motion that we Enter into the regular business session. Call for letters and delegates from classes that compose the body and received the following Mt. Pisgah Milton Co Ebenezer, Fulton Co Cross Road Fulton Co Bethel Gwinnett Co Roswell Cobb Co.

three songs let by Bro T. L. Hester three songs led by Bro W. F. Blake three songs led by Bro Leroy Cannor

three songs led by Bro W. H. Reeves Recess 10 minutes

Call to order Song led by the President.

three songs led by Bro J. H. Blake

three songs led by Bro B. W. Scott three led by Bro W. C. Owens

three songs led by Bro C. E. Shirlay

three songs led by Bro C. M. Power

three songs led by Sister Bessie Haward.

three songs led by Sister Lessie Abanethey three songs led by Sister Brenie Philips

Song led by the President

Motion to adjourn until 9 O'clock to morrow morning prevailed Prayer led by Bro John Copeland.

Second Day Session.

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Source: Union Musical Convention Recordbook. Courtesy of Jesse P. Karlsberg.

Proceedings of the Sevetyth Session

Union Musical Convention

Held with Big Creek Church Fulton County

Oct 1st and 2ond

First Days Session

President being absent convention was called to order by Vice President one song and prayer was offered by Elder D.S. Moore Vice President led one more song then Sister Lucile Moore led introduction lesson 30 minutes.

Recess five minutes.

Called to order and one song by Vice President.

4 songs by Bro T.J. Tatum
4   "   "   "  W.T. Blake
4   "   "   "  John Tillerson
4   "   "   "  T.L. Hester
4   "   "   "  John Copeland

Adjourned one hour for Lunch.

Called to order and 2 songs by Vice Pres. 4 songs by Bro Roy Jones.

On motion entered into Business Session. Called for letters Received letter from Ebeneezer class by J.W. Copeland M.F. Adams from Cross Roads Class without letter John Tillerson, T.L. Hester. Boiling Springs without letter R.L. Day and wife Big Creek without letter W.F. Blake John Henry Blake Hubert Blake and wife Sister Maud Fields.

Bro P.B. Lowrey visitor from Atlanta singing Class.

Bro Sills visitor from Indian Creek Convention.

On motion elected Bro John H. Blake President Bro Homer Reeves Vice

President Bro T.J. Tatum Secretary Bro Roy Jones assistant Secretary

Appointed Bro Tillerson Bro John Copeland Bro Hubert Blake on arrangement committee

Memorial Committee

Bro Jim Cagle, W.F. Blake, Noah Reeves

Executive Committee

Bro E.N. Tuller Tillie Abernathey Jim Hopkins W.C. Owens and W.H. Powers Chairman.

2 songs by President
3   "   "  Bro Homer Reeves
3   "   "  Bro W.H. Powers
3   "   "   "  J.J. Cagle
3   "   "   "  P.B. Lowrey of Atlanta
3   "   "   "  Hubert Blake

Recess 15 minutes.

Called to order 1 song by President

On motion agreed to carry appointment of Convention over untill tomorrow

3 songs by Sister Sarah Powers
3   "   "    " s  Marth Nell and Mildred Blake
3   "   "  Bro J.T. Sills of Lithonia
3   "   "   "  J.J. Tillerson
3   "   "   "  P.B. Lowrey
1   "   "   "  by President

Recess until Tomorrow.

Met Sunday Oct 2 President being absent also Vice President absent T.J. Tatum led one song and called convention appointed Bro J.J. Cagle to take charge until Pres came Prayer was offered by Bro E.N. Fuller.

3 songs by Bro Roy Jones
3   "   "   "  Sylvester Chambley
3 Songs by Bro P.B. Lowrey
3 Songs "   "  J.T. Sills
3   "   "   "  W.H. Powers
3   "   "   "  T.J. Tatum
1   "   "   "  Bro Homer Reeves

Recess 15 minutes.

1 song  by Vice Pres Bro Homer Reeves
3  "  s "  Bro T.O. Abernathy
3  "    "   "  J.E. Hopkins
3  "    "   "  I.W. Abernathey
3  "    "   "  J.G. Tillerson
3  "    "   "  J.J. Cagle

Recess 1 hour for lunch.

1 song by Vice Pres. Bro Homer Reeves
3  "   "  Bro W.C. Owens
3  "   "  Tillie Abernathey

renewed call for letters received letter from Austin Ave. Baptist singing class by Bro Gilman Bro Att Henderson Bro Arthur Chastain Bro Harrold Hawkins.

Continued business until after recess.

3 songs by Bro W.K. Hawkins
3  "    "   "  W.R. Wilkerson Pres. of Atlanta Singing Class
3 songs by sister Sarah Power
3  "    "   "     Marth Nell Blake
3  "    "   "     J.A. Webb
2  "    "   "     W.F. Blake

Recess 15 minutes.

Called to order and 3 songs by Haley of Harmony Class read and received report of Executive Committee on motion granted Ebeneezer Church next Convention to be held 1 Sun in October and Saturday before Granted Union singing at Bethel 3 Sunday in July 1939 Union singing at Boiling Springs 1939 on motion closed business

2 songs by Bro Hubert Blake
3  "    "  Sister Bessie Howard

Appointed Bro Reuben Ball to lead next introduction lesson 30 minutes

3 songs by bro William Delong
3  "    "   "  P.B. Lowrey

The Memorial Committee postpones memorial services until next year

Prayer was offered by E.N. Fuller and session closed untill next year

J.H. Blake, President
Homer Reeves, Vice Pres.
T.J. Tatum, Secretary
Roy Jones, Assist. Sec.

Source: Union Musical Convention Recordbook. Courtesy of Jesse P. Karlsberg.

1939

Proceedings of Union Musical Convention held with Ebenezer Church, Fulton County,

September 30 and October 1, 1939

Seventy-First Annual Session

First Day's Session

Convention called to order by the President, Bro. J. H. Blake, who led one song. After prayer by Bro. E. N. Fuller, the President sang another song.

In the absence of the Secretary, the President appointed Sister Sarah Power to act in his place.

Brother Rubin Ball led the Introductory Lesson, 30 minutes.

Recess, 5 minutes.

Called to order with one song by the President. Four songs were led by each of the following: Bros. Sylvester Chamblee, J. T. Sills, W. H. Blake, John Tillerson, T. L. Hester.

Adjourned one hour for lunch.

Afternoon Session.

Called to order with two songs by the President. Four songs led by Bro. Homer Reeves.

By motion and second Convention entered into the business session. Called for letters and delegates and received the following:

Ebenezer _ Bro. and Sister John Donaldson, Sister Ruth Adams and Bro. Rubin Ball.

Represented without letters:

Big Creek _ Sister Lucile Moore.

Boiling Springs _ Sisters Edna Day and Canasada Cook.

Cross Roads _ Bros. John Tillerson and T. L. Hester.

Bethel _ Bro. E. N. Fuller.

By motion and second entered into election of officers. The following were elected:

President, Bro. Homer Reeves

Vice President, Bro. Rubin Ball

Secretary _ Sister Sarah Power

Assistant Secretary _ Sister Ellen Adams

The newly-elected President appointed to the Committee on Arrangements _ Bros. Hubert Blake, John Tillerson, and Harvey Carpenter. Moved and seconded that the business session be reopened on Sunday.

Two songs led by the President. Three songs led by each of the following: Bros. W. H. Power, Harvey Carpenter, Sisters Cansada Cook and Mildred Blake.

Recess, 10 minutes.

Called to order by the President who led one song and then appointed the following committees: Memorial _ Bros. John Copeland, E. N. Fuller, and T. L. Hester; Executive — Bros. W. H. Power, Monroe Adams, J. H. Blake, John Donaldson, and J. S. Ball. Three songs led by each of the following: Bro. John Copeland, Sister Martha Nelle Blake, Sister Lucile Moore, Bro. J. H. Blake, Sister Georgia Donaldson, and Sister Nina Blake.

After a song by the President and prayer by Bro. E. N. Fuller, the convention adjourned to meet Sunday, October 1, at 9:30 A.M.

Sunday, October 1

Second Day's Session

Called to order by the President by singing one song. After prayer, the President led two more songs. Four songs were led by each of the following: Bros. R. J. Ball, John Tillerson, Sisters Sarah Power and Canasada Cook, and Bro. Jack Cauley.

Recess, 10 minutes.

Called to order with one song by the President. Three songs led by each of the following: Bros. J. T. Sills, R. A. Casey, and W. C. Owens. Received report of Memorial Committee. Songs were sung in behalf of the following: Bros. J. J. Maloney, M. M. Abernathy, S. E. Rogers, and H. H. Cauley, and Sister Mary Cook. Bro. John Tilleson sang for Bros. Abernathy and Rogers. Bro. Harvey Carpenter for Sister Cook and Bro. Maloney and Bro. W. C. Owens for Bro. Cauley.

Adjourned one hour for lunch.

Afternoon Session

Called to order with one song by the President. Three songs led by Bro. Ira Abernathy.

Received call for letters and delegates and received Big Creek with the following delegates present: Bros. Clint Power and Ivy Abernathy. Granted Boiling Springs the next convention to be held the first Sunday and Saturday before in October, 1940. Granted union singings as follows: Ebenezer, fourth Sunday in June, 1940; Boiling Springs, third Sunday in April, 1940.

Three songs led by each of the following: Bros. Wm. Delong, Grady Adams, J. A. Webb, Tillie Abernathy, and J. H. Blake.

Recess, 10 minutes.

Called to order with one song by the President. Three songs led by Bro. C. W. Haley. Executive Committee report read and adopted. Three songs led by each of the following: Bros. W. N. N. Reeves, J. B. Price, W. H. Blake, I. O. Abernathy, Sister Martha Nelle Blake, and Bro. W. F. Blake.

President appointed Bro. J. H. Blake to lead the Introductory Lesson at the next convention.

After two songs by the President and prayer by Bro. E. N. Fuller, the convention adjourned to meet October 5 and 6, 1940, at Boiling Springs Church.

Homer Reeves, President
R.J. Ball, Vice President
Sarah Power, Secretary
Ellen Adams, Asst. Sec.

Resolution of Thanks

We, the members of this convention, do hereby extend heartfelt thanks to Ebenezer Singing Class and the community for the kindness and hospitality shown us during our stay with them.

(Signed) Union Musical
Convention.

Report of Executive Committee

We, the Executive Committee, do hereby submit the following report: We have examined the books of this session and find them neatly and correctly kept.

W. H. Power, Chairman.

Report of Memorial Committee

We, the Memorial Committee, find since our last session that God in His wisdom has called from our midst the following members and friends: Bros. M. M. Abernathy, S. E. Rogers, H. H. Cauley, and Sister Mary Cook. We recommend that a lesson be sung in their behalf and also a copy of this report be furnished their families.

E.N. Fuller, Chairman.

Financial Report

Ebenezer Class                    $2.00
Boiling Springs Class               .75
Big Creek Class                     .30
Bro. Homer Reeves                   .25
Bro. T. L. Hester                   .15
Bro. Clint Haley                    .75
Bro. C. W. Carpenter                .10
Sister S. T. Spruill                .15
Bro. J. S. Ball                     .05
Bro. Wm. Chester                    .25
Bro. H. P. Womack                   .10
Bro. Furr                          1.00
Bro. Wm. Delong                     .25
Bro. E. B. Womack                   .10
Sister Jessie Abernathy             .10
Bro. Olin Carter                    .25
Members - -                        1.00
                                  $7.55

Amount used for printing minutes  $6.00
Amount used for postage             .20
     Total Expenditures           $6.20

Amount in Treasury                $7.55
Expenditures                       6.20
           Balance in Treasury    $1.35

       Sarah Power, Secretary-Treasurer

Source: Union Musical Convention Recordbook. Courtesy of Jesse P. Karlsberg.

Proceedings of The Union Musical Convintion, held with Boilling Springs Church Fulton Co. Oct 5-6, 1940

First Days Session.

Convintion called to ordor by the President who led one song after prayer by Bro John Tillerson, President sang too more songs.

The Secretary being absent, the President apointed Bro H. M. Cagle to act in her place.

Bro J. H. Blake sang the introductory lesson, thirty minutes.

Four songs led by each of the following: Bros. T. L. Hester Edward Cagle J. T. Sills from Lithonia, Ga., H. M. Cagle Sister Cansada Cook F. S. Cagle.

Adjourned one hour for refreshments.

After noon Session

Called to order with too songs by the President.

Three songs led by Bro John Copeland.

On motion the Convention went into the Business Session. Called for letters and Deligates and resieved the following from Ebenezer. Bro John Donaldson, Bro and Sister Grady Adams Sister Felorance Berrie.

From Cross Roads. Bro John. Tilleson, Bro J. T. Hester

From Big Creek. Bro J. H. Blake Bro Charley Morton

From Boiling Springs. Bro J. J. Cagle, Bro H. M. Cagle, Bro F. S. Cagle Sister Alma Wilkins Sister Cansada Cook.

On motion went into. Election of Officers. The following was elected Bro J. J. Cagle President. Bro J. H. Blake Vice Pres Bro H. M. Cagle Secretary.

The newley elected Pres. apointed the following Committees: Arrangements Bros. Homer Reeves John. Tilleson and F. S. Cagle. Memorial: Bros T. J. Hester J.W. Donaldson William Cagle.

On motion granted Big Creek Church which will be held next Oct. first Sunday and Sat before 1941.

On motion granted Ebeneeser a union singing the fourth Sun in June

On motion granted Mount Gillard a union singing the third Sunday in June

On motion closed the business till to morrow

One song led by the Pres. Three songs each led by the following Sisters Lelar Power Sister Winill Cagle Bro Noah Reeves Jr.

Four songs sang by the Roswell Quartet — Bro. Noah Reeves Jr. Tenor Bro J J Cagle Trible Sister Noah Reeves Alto Bro Bill Owens Bace

Three songs each by Bro William Cagle and Sister Marie Reeves.

Recess 10 minutes.

Convintion called to order by the president who led one song.

Three songs each by the following Sister Georgia Donaldison, Bro John Tilleson, Bro Ubert Turnly Bro Johnie Cagle Bro Bill Owens Bro Ruben Ball.

After a song by the President and prayer by Bro William Cagle The Convintion adjourned to meet (Sunday) Oct the Sixth at 9: A.M.

Second Days Session

Sun Oct the Sixth

Convention called to ordor by the President who sang one song.

Prayer by Bro William Cagle. Two more songs led by the Pres.

Three songs each by the following: Bro W. E. Cagle Sister Winell Cagle, Bro William Cagle, Bro Edward Cagle Bro John Copeland One song by the Pres; Resess 10 minutes.

Convintion called to order by the President with two songs. Took up the Business Session.

Apointed Bro Hubert Blake to sing the next Introductory lesson 1941. Appointed on Executive Committee: Bro John Copeland Bro Ruben Ball Bro Jack Cagle Bro Bill Owens Bro Henry Turnor

Renewed the call for letters and deligates

Called for Petitionary Classes. Omitted reading the Constitution and Rules.

Called for correspondence from Sister Convintions and resieved. Bro J. T. Sills from the Pleasant Hill Convintion.

Three songs each led by the followeern Breathern and Sisters Jack Cagle J. T. Sills Ruben Ball W. H. Reeves H. M. Cagle Nina Blake Florance Hilad J. D. Pierce.

Recess one hour for Refreshments

Called to order by the Pres. with one song. Three songs by Bro Hubert Blake.

Appointed Bro William Cagle to sing three songs in memory of Bro W. N. N. Reeves, Bro Rone Abernathy, Sister E. N. Fuller, deceased.

Three songs each by the following Bill Owens Sister Darline Cook Ira Abernathy Sister Martha-Nelle Blake Harry Carpenter John Tilleson Clifford Cook, J. C. Lawson.

Recess 10 minutes.

Called to order by the Pres. with two songs.

Called for the report of the Executive Committee. Read the report and discharged the Committee.

Granted Boilling Springs a union singing the fifth Sun in August 1941.

Three songs led by the following Sister Cancada Cook Bro F. S. Cagle J. H. Blake Johnie Cagle Sister Alma Dockery.

After one song each led by the President and Vice President and Secretary, and prayer by Elder O. B. Garrison, the Convintion adjourned to meet first Sun and Saturday before in next Oct 19,41 with Big Creek Church.

J. J. Cagle, Pres.
J. H. Blake, Vice President
H. M. Cagle, Secretary.

Resolution of Thanks

We the members of this Convintion do here by extind heartfelt thinks to Boilling Springs singing class and community for the kindness and hospitality shown us during our stay with them.

(Signed) Union Musical Convention.

Report of the Memorial Committee

We the Memorial Committy find since our last session that God in His wisdom has called from our midst the following Breathern and Sister: Bro W. N. N. Reeves Bro Rone Abernathy Sister E. N. Fuller.

We recommend that a lesson be sung in thire behalf and also a coppy of this report be furnished thire families - J.W. Donaldson, Chair.

Report of the Executive Committy

We the Executive Committy do here by submit the following report. We have examed the Book of this Session and find them neatly and correctly kept. R. J. Ball, Chairman.

Money handed in for minutes from the different Classes: $6.70

Had 200 minutes printed by the Williams Printing Co. Rhodes Builden Meretta St. which cost $7.00

H.M. Cagle, Secretary.

Source: Union Musical Convention Recordbook. Courtesy of Jesse P. Karlsberg.

Proceedings of Union Musical Convintion. Held with Big Creek Church Fulton County. Oct. 4 & 5, 1941

Seventy Third Annual Session.

First Days Session

Convention called to order by the President one song. Prayer by Bro John Copeland. Too more songs by the President. Introductory lesson by Bro Hubert Blake 30 minutes. Three more songs by the President. Bro T. J. Tatum. Three songs by Bro. Henry Turner. Three songs by Bro John Copeland three songs Bro W. F. Blake one song by the President. Adjourned one hour for lunch.

After noon Session.

Called to order by the President two songs. Three songs by Bro William Cagle Three songs.

On motion went into the Business session. Called for letters and deligates and resieved the folling: from Ebenezer Bro M F Adams Sister Cora Landrum Sister Elnora Adams. From Cross Roads Bro T. L. Hester. From Big Creek Bros T. J. Tatum M.M. Paris J.H. Blake Hubert Blake W. F. Blake. From Boilling Springs H. M. Cagle F. S. Cagle Viola Bearden Winell Cagle. Called for correspondence and resieved Bro J T Sills from Lithonia, Ga. On motion went into choice of officers, resulted in choice of Bro J. J. Cagle, President. Bro J. H. Blake, Vice President. Bro H.M. Cagle, Secretary. President appointed the following committees Arrangements Bro Hubert Blake, Bro. William Cagle, Bro J.W. Donaldson.

Memorial Bros. W. F. Blake Henry Turner Jeff Tatum.

Exicutave — Bros Monroe Adams T. L. Hester John Copeland F.S. Cagle.

On motion granted Ebenezer the next Convintion to be held. the first Sunday Saturday before 19,42. On motion granted Boilling Springs a union singing the second Sunday in April 19,42. On motion granted Cross Roads a union singing. Two more songs by the President, three songs by Bro. T. L. Hester three songs by Sister Martha Nell Blake. Three songs by Bro J. T. Sills from Lithonia Ga. Three songs by Bro H. M. Cagle. Three songs by Bro J. H. Blake. Three songs by Bro Curry Lawson. Three songs by Sister Johnnie May Lawson.

Recess 10 minutes.

Convention called to ordor by the President one song. Three songs by Sister Winell Cagle Three songs by Sister Vera Tatum. three songs by Bro Hubart Blake Three songs by Bro F. S. Cagle. three songs by Sister Nina Blake. Two more songs by the President Prayer by Bro John Copeland. Adjourned to meet Sunday Oct 5th at 9:30 A.M.

Second Days Session

Sunday Oct. 6th

Convention called to order by the President sang one song.

Three songs each by the following Breathern W H Reeves J T Sills F. S. Cagle L.W. Copeland Noah Reeves.

Recess 10 minutes.

Called to order by the President two songs. Bro James Webb three songs. Sister Violet Reeves three songs. Three songs by Bro Clifford Cook. Too songs by Bro Hubert Blake in memory of Bro John Tillison. Dismissed one hour for lunch.

Called to order by the President sang too songs. Bro Carly Lawson three songs. Bro Ira Abanathy three songs. Bro Hubert Blake three songs. Sister Florance Head three songs. Bro Edward Cagle three songs. Sister Martha Nell Blake three songs. Bro Harry Carpenter, three songs.

Recess 10 minutes.

Called to order by the President one song. Bro J. H. Blake three songs. Sister Bessie Howard three songs. Bro W C Owens three songs. Bro W. H. Blake three songs. Bro Bob Casey thre songs. Bro F. S. Cagle three songs. Closing song by the President.

Prayer by Bro J. M. Webb. Convention adjourned to meet with Ebenezer Church the first Sunday Saturday before next October 19,42

J.J. Cagle, President.
J.H. Blake, Vice President.
H.M. Cagle, Secretary.

Resolution of Thinks

We the members of this Convention do here by extend heart felt thinks, to Big Creek Singing Class and the community for the kindness and hospitality shown us during our stay with them.

Signed, Union Musical Convention.

Report of the Executive Committy

We the Executive Committee do hereby submit the following report; We have examened the books of this Convintion and find them neatly and correctly kept.

Report of the Memorial Committee

We the memorial Committee find since our last session that God in His wisdom has called from our midst Bro John Tillison. We recommend that a lesson be sung in his behalf and a copy of this report be furnished his family.

W.F. Blake. Chairman.

Money resieved to pay for minutes in 19,42 from the classes: $7.00

Had 200 minutes printed by the Williams Printing Co., Rhodes Bldg., Meretta St., which cost $8.00.

Source: Union Musical Convention Recordbook. Courtesy of Jesse P. Karlsberg.

Proceedings of Union Musical Convention held with Ebenezer Church Fulton County Oct 3 & 4 - 1942

First days session

Convention called to order by the President one song. Prayer by Bro James Webb. One other song sung by the President. Introductory lesson by Bro T. L. Hester 30 minutes. Another song by the President Bro James Webb 4 songs. Bro C W Hester four songs. Bro J W Copeland four songs. Adjourned one hour for lunch. Called to order by the President with two songs. On motion went into the business session.

Called for letters and deligates and resieved from Big Creek Bros J. A. Webb W. M. Parris R. H. Addy. From Ebenezer Bro and Sister Allen Landrum Bro and Sister John Donaldson Bro Ruben Ball. Boilling Springs Bros J. J. Cagle H. M. Cagle F. S. Cagle Edward Cagle. Cross Roads: Bros T. L. Hester C. W. Hester.

Called for Petitionary Classes. On motion went into choice of officers. Resulted in choice of J. J. Cagle President. J. H. Blake Visce President H. M. Cagle, Secretary.

Granted Ebenezer Church a union sanging fourth Sunday in June.

Appointed the following Committees On arrangements, Bro J W Donaldson Bro John Copeland Bro Monroe Adams. Memorial Bro C. W. Hester, Bro J. S. Ball, Bro Hubert Blake.

On motion we leave the business session open until tomorrow.

Appointed Bro J C Lawson to sing the next introductory lesson at our next session. Too more songs by our President, Bro J.S. Ball four songs. Bro H. M. Cagle four songs. Bro J. A. Webb four songs. Bro J. C. Lawson four songs. Bro C W Hester four songs. Sister Johnnie May Lawson, four songs. One song by the President. Bro Ruben Ball four songs. One more song by our President. Prayer by Bro J. A. Webb. Adjourned until tomorrow morning at 10 OClock.

Second Days Session

Oct. 4th. Convention called to ordor by the President one song. Prayer by Dr. Stallings. Another song by the President. Took up the Business Session. Appointed on Executive Committee Bro Homer Reeves Bro Price Bro Bob Casey Bro F. S. Cagle Bro Jack Cagle.

Bro Homer Reeves three songs. Bro Jack Cagle three songs. Sister Johnnie May Lawson three songs. Sister Doneldeson three songs. Bro J C Lawson three songs.

Recess 10 minutes.

Called to order by the President one song. Bro Edward Cagle three songs. Bro J B. Price three songs. Bro J.B. Danule three songs.

Called for the report of the memorial Committee and the President wa requested to sing four songs, Nos. 387 - 100. 378 176 in memory of Bro W. H. Power. Adjourned one hour for lunch.

Convention called to ordor by the President too songs. Sister Winell Cagle three songs. Bro T L Hester three songs. Bro F. S. Cagle three songs. Bro Bob Cassey three songs.

Took up the general business. On motion resieved the report of the Executive Committee and discharged the Committy. On motion granted Boilling Springs the Convention next year to be held first Sunday and Saturday before in Oct 19,43. Granted Bethel Church a union sanging third Sunday in May. On motion closed the business session of this Convintion. Bro C. W. Hester three songs.

Recess 10 minutes.

Called to ordor by the President too songs. Bro Ruben Ball three songs. Sister Frances Reeves three songs. Sister Vernie Cagle thre songs. Sister Florance Head three songs. Sister Mirea Reevess three songs. Bro Bill Owens three songs. Bro Noah Reeves three songs. Bro William Delong three songs. Bro H. M. Cagle three songs. One song by Sister Vernie Cagle on request. Too songs by the President. Closing Prayer by Dr. Stallings. Adjourned to meet October 19,43 at Boilling Springs.

J.J. Cagle, President.
J.H. Blake, Vice President.
H.M. Cagle, Secretary.

Report of the Memorial Committee

We the memorial Committee find since our last session that God in his Wisdom has called from our midst our beloved Bro W. H. Power. We recommend that a lesson be sung in his behalf and also a coppy of this Report be furnished his family. C.W. Hester, Chairman

Report of the Executive Committee

We the Executive Committee do herbey submit the following report. We have examened the Books of this Convintion and find them neatly and correctly kept. J.B. Price, Chairman.

Resolution of Thinks

We the members of the Union Musical Convention do here by extend heartfelt thanks to Ebenezer Singing Class and community for the kindness and hospitality shown us during our stay with them. Signed, Union Musical Convention.

Money Paid in for Printing of minutes: $7.50. Had 200 minutes printed by the Williams Printing Co Rhodes Bldg - Meretta St Atlanta Ga. Cost $8.00

Source: Union Musical Convention Recordbook. Courtesy of Jesse P. Karlsberg.

UNION MUSICAL SACRED HARP CONVENTION

The Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention met for its 89th session, with Little Union Church on Saturday, September 28. Called to order by President Doyal DeLong singing one song. Prayer by Elder M. P. White. President sang 135. Introductory lesson led by Bro. Jack Conley one hour.

The following leaders were called who sang two songs each: Sister Shirley Blackwell, Bro. Ricky Dangar, Bro. Bruce Cagle, Bro. H. E. Johnson, Bro. Linton Danger, Bro. Johnny Cagle, Sister Judy Danger, Bro. W. E. Cagle, Bro. Timmy Danger and Stanley Cagle, Bro. Gary DeLong, Bro. Durrell Cagle, Sister Velma Johnson, Melvin Blackwell, Bro. H. J. McGuire, Bro. Donald DeLong, Sister Judy Cagle, Bro. Ernest Parker.

Adjourned one hour for lunch.

Called order by President singing onesong. On motion went into business session and elected the following officers, Bro. Doyal DeLong, president, Bro. Alvin Cagle, vice-president, Bro. P. D. Cagle, secretary-treasurer, Bro. Jerry Johnson assistant-secretary-treasurer, Arranging and Memorial committee: Bro, Jack Conley, Bro. W.W. Kidd and Bro. Elmer Johnson. Executive committee: Bro. H. M. Cagle, Bro. Ralph Danga rand Bro. Cleon Kelley.

Leaders as follows: Sister Shelia DeLong one song, the others 2 songs each Bro. H. M. Cagle, Bro. Alvin Cagle, Bro. J. B. Bates, Bro. J H. Blake, Bro. R. E. Cagle, Bro. Clarence Oliver (one song), Sister Martin Blackmon, Bro. Early Whitten, Bro. Preston Warren, Bro. Dallas Reed, Sister Preston Warren, Bro. H. M. Blackmon, Bro. W. M. Oliver, Sister Early Whitten, Sister Janice DeLong, Sister Wynnelle Dangar, Bro. Horace DeLong, Sister Louie Cagle, Bro. Doris DeLong.

Recess 10 minutes.

Bro. F. S. Cagle, Bro. P. D. Cagle, Bro. Cleon Kelley, Bro. Jack Cagle, Bro. William DeLong two songs each. Bro. Doyal DeLong one song.

Dismissed with prayer by Elder R. E. Cagle to meet again in the morning.

Sunday, September 29th

Called to order by the President. Prayer by Bro. Alvin Cagle. President sang one song. Following leaders sang one song each: Donald DeLong ,Gail Cagle, Durrell Cagle, Dawayne Cagle, Shirley DeLong, Bruce Cagle, Judy Dangar, Sheila Whitlock, Earl Cagle, Timmy Dangar, Noah Reeves, Jr.

Two songs by the following. Horace Smith, W. E. Cagle, H. J. McGuire, Homer Cagle, Velma Johnson and Wynnelle Dangar.

Recess 10 minutes.

President sang one song. Two songs by each of the following leaders: Jack Cagle, Shirley Blackwell, Cleon Kelley, Becky Graham, Jerry Johnson, Kenneth DeLong, J. B. Bates, E. J. Brittian, Mrs. A. M. Cagle, B. G. Wood, Mrs. Early Whitten.

Business session: Big Creek singing class received into the convention. Convention will be held at Eberneezer Primitive Baptist Church next year. Granted singings to Boiling Springs Primitive Baptist Church on the second Sunday in March, one at Bi gCreek Primitiev Baptist Church third Sunday in March, Union Primitive Baptist Church one on the first Sunday in April. Close of business session.

Lunch one hour.

President sang one song. Two songs by each of the following leaders: W. W. Kidd, Floyd Cagle, Early Whitten, Ralph Dangar, A. M. Cagle and Janice DeLong.

Memorial lesson. Noah Reeves 30B for Sister Gladys Pruitt.

H. M. Cagle 387 for Bro. Willie Shelton.

Bro. William DeLong 288 for Bro. Ed Reece.

Doris DeLong 235 for Bro. Coyce Wylie.

Two songs by each of the following: Alvin Cagle, W. B. Matthews and Horace DeLong.

Recess 10 minutes.

Called to order by President who sang one song. Two songs by each of the following: Judy Cagle, Hubert Blake, P.O. Cagle, Ernest Parker, E. P. Chamblee, Doris DeLong, Carter Swancy, J. C. Moore, J. H. Blake, Linton Dangar, H. Elmer Johnson one song and Jack Conley one song.

Announcements.

President led 143. Closing prayer led by John Henry Blake.

Collection for minutes $23.50.

Source: Minutes of Carroll, Cobb, Coweta, Douglas, Floyd, Fulton, Haralson, Heard, Paulding and Polk Counties, Georgia: Sacred Harp Singing, 1957. Courtesy of the Sacred Harp Museum.

Note: There is no date listed for 1959's singing in the minutes.

UNION

The convention was called to order by the president, Bro. Alvin Cagle P. 63-73. Prayer by Bro. Martin Blackmon. Introductory lesson led by Bro. Bruce Cagle P. 101-108-30-100-388 and by Bro. Durell Cagle P. 283-340- 48-47. Leaders called as follows: Bro. Jimmy Cagle 36-99; Bro. Lambert 38-270; Sis. Judy Cagle 392-399.

Recess 10 Minutes

Opened by chairman P. 33. Leaders as follows: Sis. Martin Blackmon 146-186; Bro. Timmy Dangar 333-345; Sis. Sarah Grimes 217-380; Bro. Homer Cagle 32-33; Sis. Gail Cagle 456-384; Bro. Martin Blackmon 89-336; Sis Brenda Grimes 43-206; Bro. Louie Cagle 170-290; Bro. Jack Corley 168-328; Bro. A. M. Cagle 122-369. Adjourned 1 hour for lunch.

Called to order by chairman P. 144. By motion convention went into business session to elect officers for next year.

Following officers elected Bro. Alvin Cagle, chairman, Br. Elmer Johnson, vice-chairman, Bro. Kenneth DeLong, secretary- Sis. Janice DeLong, assistant sec.-treas. arranging committee: Bro. Ralph Dangar, Doyle DeLong, Jack Corley, executive committee — Bros. Louie Cagle, Doris DeLong, Martin Blaskmon.

Business session adjourned.

Singing resumed by following leaders: Bro. Doris Delong 293-135; Sis. Velma Johnson 147-391; Bro. W. W. Kidd 70-235; Bro. Millard McWhorter 90-34; Bro. Leonard Morris 299-300; Bro. Henry Kerr 78-395; Sis. Lois Cagle 143-203; Bro. Leonard Lacy 177-296; Bro. Jack Cagle 196-120; Bro. A. J. Webb 396-197; Bro. Ulis Ivey 448-110; Bro. Freeman Wooten 176-61; Bro. Joe Daniel 112-318; Sis. Wynelle Dangar 373-403.

Recess 10 Minutes

Called to order by chairman P. 454. Leaders as follows: Bro. Hoyt Cagle 220-426; Sis. A. J. Webb 371-292; Bro. H. J. McGuire 341-119; Sis. Shirley Blackwell 280-91; Bro. Linton Douglas 339; Sis. H. J. McGuire 71-167; Sis Janice DeLong 250; Bro. Bud Chamblee 48; Bro. Doyle DeLong 362; Sis. Shirley DeLong 30; Bro. Cleon Kelley 319; Bro. Donald DeLong 269; Sis. Helen Kell 441; Sis. Judy Dangar 410; Bro. Jimmy Kell 343; Sis. Debby Blackwell 354; Bro. Horace DeLong 434; Bro. Elmer Johnson 123. Chairman P. 75. Dismissed by Bro. Lambert.

Sunday Morning

Convention called to order by chairman Bro. Alvin Cagle P. 60. Prayer by Bro. Cagle then led P. 99. Following leaders called: Bro. Bruce Cagle 35-30; Sis. Janice Cagle 97-340; Bro. Dwain Cagle 208-460; Sis. Judy Dangar 89-109; Sis. Shirley DeLong 91-371; Sis. Brenda Grimes 220-87; Bro. Donald DeLong 280-192; Sis. Judy Cagle 342-325; Bro. Earl Cagle 318-112; Sis. Shirley Blackwell 234-209; Bro. Timmy Dangar 176-345; Bro. Durrell Cagle 345-299; Sis. Charlotte Wood 438-339.

Recess 5 Minutes.

Reopened by Chairman, 104. Leaders called as follows: Brother Vernon Crowe, 61- 63; Sister Elizabeth Moore, 334; Sister Janice DeLong, 362-365; Brother Ronnie Moore 335-133; Sister Wynelle Dangar, 212-336; Sister Joan Cagle, 100; Bro. Kenneth Wood, 127; Bro. Linton Dangar, 36-47; Bro. Cleon Kelley 101-282; Bro. W. W. Kidd 65-73; Bro. J. C. Moore 385-319; Bro. Holland 217-274; Bro. Hoyt Crowe 75-123.

One Hour for Lunch.

Reassembled by Chairman, 137. Memorial service: Bro. Jack Corley, 45, in memory of Bro. John Copeland; Bro. William DeLong, 225, in memory of Sis. Ula Cook; Bro. J. C. Moore, 339, in memory of Sis. Janie Smith; Bro. W. B. Matthews, 177, in memory of Sis. Lena Cagle; Bro. Floyd Cagle, 340, in memory of Sis. A. E. Cagle. Memorial service closed.

Following leader called: Bro. B. G. Wood 383-439; Bro. Ernest Parker 379-138; Bro. J. H. Wood 200-434; Bro. Joe Daniels 445-436; Bro. A. M. Cagle 345-197; Sis. Sarah Grimes 84-270; Bro. E. J. Brittian 216-224; Bro. Tom McGraw 283-329; Bro. Raymond Hamrick 186-310; Bro. H. S. Barrows 39-46; Sis. Hazel Cagle 386-269; Sis. Bates 288-313; Sis. Vernett Bliss 454-380; Sis. Raymond Hamrick 250-304.

Recess 5 Minutes

Called to order by Chairman, 49. Business session called to order for granting convention and union singings for next year. On motion, Cross Roads Primitive Baptist Church granted convention for 1st Sunday and Saturday before in October 1960. Union singings granted as follows: Boiling Springs Church, 5th Sunday in January; Little Union Church 3rd Sunday in March; Ebenezer Church 5th Sunday in May. Business session closed. Song by Doyle DeLong, 57, while collection was taken for printing minutes.

Following leaders called: Bro. Gregg Wood 294; Bro. Horace DeLong 426-384; Bro. Jack Cagle 389-189; Sis. Velma Johnson 378-58; Bro. Homer Cagle 360; Bro. Homer Hopkins 145-146; Bro. Kenneth DeLong 222-111; Bro. Lonie Cagle 206-399; Bro. Elmer Johnson 135; Bro. Doris DeLong 388-392. Chairman, Bro. Alvin Cagle, 62. Closing prayer by Bro. Jack Cagle.

Source: Minutes of Carroll, Cobb, Coweta, Douglas, Floyd, Fulton, Haralson, Heard, Paulding and Polk Counties, Georgia: Sacred Harp Singing, 1961. Courtesy of the Sacred Harp Museum.

PROCEEDINGS

of

UNION MUSICAL SACRED HARP SINGING CONVENTION

UNION CHURCH

July 30 and 31, 1961

Ninety-Third Session

The convention was called to order by President, Bro. Jack Cagle 59. Prayer by Bro. Jack Cagle. Introductory lesson by Sis. Velma Johnson 58-566-147T-61-64-36B-47T-235-112-341-290.

Recess 10 minutes.

Opened by Bro. Jack Cagle 325. Leaders as follows: Sis. Shirley Blackwell 106-417, Sis. Judy Danger 143-162, Elder B. A. Phillips 47-45, Bro. Duerell Cagle 101-283, Bro. Linton Danger 288-339, Sis. Betty Blackwell 384-170, Bro. Bruce Cagle 35-335, Sis. Shirley DeLong 465-496, Sis. Judy Cagle 551-399, Bro. Timmy Danger 438-345, Sis. Brenda Grimes 186-282, Bro. Ralph Danger 68-452.

Adjourned one hour for lunch.

Opened by Chairman 32. By motion of Convention went into business session. Voted to omit reading of the Constitution and Rules of Order. Re-elected Bro. Jack Cagle, Chairman; Bro, Elmer Johnson, Vice-Chairman; Bro. Louie Cagle, Secretary. Arranging Committee: Bro. Alvin Cagle, Bro. Linton Danger, and Bro. Donald DeLong. Executive and Memorial Committee: Bro. Ralph Danger, Bro. Doyle DeLong, and Bro. William DeLong. Business session adjorned until Sunday.

Chairman 32T, Bro. Henry Kerr 388-480, Sis. Phyllis Grimes 153, Sis. Sara Grimes 426-490, Bro. Doyle DeLong 171-189, Bro. Jessie Doyden 176-445, Bro. Edward Barker 426-460, Bro. Preston Warren 330-284, Bro. Ellis Brittian 203-211, Bro. Barrow 46-28, Bro. Jack Hix 164-343, Bro. Donald DeLong 222-454, Bro. Alvin Cagle 192.

Recess10 minutes.

Opened by Bro. Elmer Johnson 123-135, Bro. Lemon Brown 441-445, Bro. H. J. McGuire 380-206, Bro. Dorris DeLong 43-293, Sis. Ruby DeLong 30-129, Lawson Eubanks 89-204, Bro. Bud Chamblee 30-48, Bro. William DeLong 65-318, Bro. Jack Cagle 521.

Dismissed by Bro. Lawson Eubanks.

Sunday Morning

Opened by Chairman Bro. Jack Cagle 45. Prayer by Bro. Carl Huges.

Bro. Lawson Eubanks 30-47, Sis. Shelia Whitlock 566-460, Bro. Bruce Cagle 339-335, Sis. Judy Danger 162-410, Sis. Phyllis Grimes 282, Sis. Gail Fuller 354, Sis. Judy Cagle 196-508, Sis. Brenda Grimes 143-496, Bro. Ralph Danger 490, Sis. Betty Mann 223-358, Bro. Dewrell Cagle 48-283, Sis. Shirley DeLong 91, Sis. Linda Lamananlax 59-100, Sis. Janis DeLong 362-365.

Recess 10 minutes.

Chairman 551, Bro. Gordon Fuller 36-334, Bro. Gary DeLong 200-327, Sis. Shirley Blackwell 383-216, Bro. Clyde Avery 35-402, Sis. Betty Blackwell 182-175, Bro. Tim Danger 438-333, Bro. Marvin Blackwell 343-401, Bro. Dwight Wood 108-294, Bro. Donald DeLong 280-412.

Memorial Service. Bro. William DeLong and Bro. Floyde Cagle sang 45 for Sis. B. A. Phillips and 278 for Bro. Bulley Westbrooks. Bro. Elmer Johnson 270.

Lunch one hour.

Bro. Alvin Cagle 217-298, Sis. Celia Blackwell 318-138, Bro. W. W. Kidd 277-354, Bro. O. A. Buckhannan 73-235, Bro. Lemond Brown 47-101, Sis. Velma Johnson 491-290, Bro. A. M. Cagle 480-462, Bro. Carl Huges 137-482, Bro. Bill Avery 37-478, Sis. Wyneel Danger 340-336, Bro. Bufort King 215-222, Sis. Viola Tompson 434-436.

Recess 10 minutes.

Chairman 530.

Business section. 1962 convention will be held the fifth Sunday in July and Saturday before at Ebenezer Primitive Church.

The Union Singings will be held:

Union Church—The third Sunday in March of 1962

Boiling Springs Church—Third Sunday in January, 1962

Cross Roads Church—Fifth Sunday in December, 1961

Sis. Lois Cagle 571-38, Dr. Dobbs 112, Bro. Horace DeLong 384-348, Bro. Derril 205-268, Bro. Daniel Hudson 285-77, Bro. Doyle DeLong 380, Bro. B. G. Wood 317-452, Bro. Floyde Cagle 327-545, Bro. Dorris DeLong 392, Sis. Sara Grimes 441-456, Sis. Dorothy Fuller 46-99, Sis. Buckhannan 47-49, Bro. William DeLong 287, Bro. Linton Danger 63-144-319, Bro. Jack Corley 110, Bro. Donald Blackwell 97-119.

Chairman 521. Collection of $24.53 was made for minutes.

Dismissed by Bro. Carl Hughes.

Annual Singings: June first Sunday, Union Church—June second Sunday, Alphretta, Georgia—June third Sunday, Cross Roads Church——June fourth Sunday, Ebenezer Church—July third Sunday, Big Creek

Notes Mr. Jack Cagle stated that one-half of the money collected for minutes was retained. They plan to have minutes in leaflet form of the Convention printed with it.

Mrs. Blackmon, Secretary and Treasurer

Source: Minutes of Carroll, Cobb, Coweta, Douglas, Floyd, Fulton, Haralson, Heard, Paulding and Polk Counties, Georgia: Sacred Harp Singing, 1961. Courtesy of the Sacred Harp Museum.

PROCEEDINGS

OF

UNION MUSICAL SACRED HARP

SINGING CONVENTION

BOILING SPRINGS CHURCH

September 28th & 29th, 1963

NINETY-FIFTH SESSION

Saturday singing was opened by Chairman Bro. Elmer Johnson p.32t. Prayer by Bro. William Cagle. Bro. Elmer Johnson p.100. Introductory lesson by Bro. Johnny Cagle p.30t.-p.35-p.45t.p.44-p. 72b.-p.63. Sis. Doris Cagle p.319-p.401, Sis. Debbie Blackwell p.106-p.73b., Bro. Danny Cagle p.82t.-p.119, Sis. Janice Cagle p.144-p.36b.

Recess

Called to order by Bro. Elmer Johnson p.48t., Leaders were as follows: Sis. Joan Garrison p.388-p.334, Sis. Joan Cagle p. 412-p.438, Sis. Joan Garrison p.283-p.490, Sis. Wilma Garrison p.318-p.441, Sis. Glory Jean Cagle p.491-p.98, Sis. Betty Garrison p.46, Bro. Stanley Cagle p.73b., Sis. Janice Delong p.274-p.337, Bro. Jack Cagle p.566-p.208, Bro. Horace Delong p.89-p.111, Bro. Edward Cagle p.56t.-p. 101b.

Lunch 1 Hour

Opened by Bro. Elmer Johnson p. 335.

By motion entered into business session. Re-elected Bro. Elmer Johnson President, Bro. Dorris Delong Vice-President. Elected Sis. Judy Cagle Secretary, Sis. Betty Blackwell Ass. Secretary. The following committies were appointed by Pres. and Vice-Pres. Arranging committee: Bros. Jack Cagle, Johnny Cagle, Horace Delong. Executive committee: Bros. W. E. Cagle, William Delong. Business session was adjourned.

Following leaders were called, Bro. Dorris Delong p.275-p.384, Bro. H. M. McGuire p.480-p.380, Bro. Jack Corley p. 138b. Sis. Sarah Grimes p.270-p.39b., Sis. Dorthy Fuller p.99 -p.571, Bro. Hoyte Cagle p.109-p.37b Sis H. N. McGuire p.477-p.426t. Bro. Willaim Cagle p.34t.-p.166, Sis. Leol Wright p. 37t.-p. 43, Bro. Curtis Fuller p. 452, Sis. Betty Blackwell p.426b. Bro. Bud Chamblee p.282-p.159, Sis. Hattie Threat p.329-p.3lb. Sis. Velma Johnson p.290-p.328, Sis Elizabeth Brooks p.171-p.75.

Recess 5 Minutes

Chairman, Bro. Elmer Johnson p.123t., Bro Henry McGuire p.306, Sis. Velma Johnson p.283t., Sis Sarah Grimes p.147t., Bro. William Cagle p.49b., Bro. Hoyte Cagle p.551, Bro. Horace Delong p.103, Sis Janice Delong p.136-p.90, Bro. Johnny Cagle p.283, Bro. Elmer Johnson p.573b.

Dismissed by Bro. Johnny Cagle.

Sunday Morning

The singing was called to order by Chairman Bro. Elmer Johnson p.59. Prayer by Bro. Edward Cagle. Bro. Elmer Johnson p.30t., Sis. Judy Cagle p.319, Sis Doris Cagle p.119-p.82t., Bro. Stanley Cagle p.73b.-p.401, Sis. Joan Cagle p.358, Bro. Danny Cagle p.100, Sis Patrica Garrison p.175b.-p.64, Sis Debbie Blackwell p.58, Bro Bruce Cagle p.123t.-p.496, Sis Janice Cagle p.106-p.104, Sis. Carol Garrison p.388-p.490, Bro. Tim Danger p.438-p.333, Sis Phyllis Grimes p.46-p.282, Sis Glory Jean Cagle p.97, Bro. Donald Blackwell p.424-p.334, Sis Brenda Grimes p.186-p.299.

Recess

Opened by Bro. Elmer Johnson p.135, Sis Janice Delong p.478-p.361, Sis. Betty Mann p.340-p.373, Bro. Donald Delong p.215-p.187, Sis Betty Blackwell p.498-p.480, Bro. Fred Ball p.339-p.72t., Sis Shirley Delong p.546-p.391, Sis Donna Parker p.73b.-p. 354, Sis. Judy Danger p.89-p.410t., Elder W. E. Cagle p.159-p.108b.

Memorial: Sis. Judy Danger and Sis. Sylvia Rampley p.45t. in memory of Elder B. A. Phillips and wife. Bro. William Delong sang p.387 in memory of all those deceased since last Singing Convention. Memorial service closed.

Lunch 1 Hour

Singing was opened by Bro. Jack Cagle p.325-p.551, Bro. E.G. Alkin p.39b.-p.212, Sis Carol Wilkerson p.314-p.204, Bro. A. M. Cagle p.192-p.171, Bro. Clyde Avery p.477-p.402, Sis E.I. McGuire p.189-p.392, Bro Buford King p.406-p.337, Sis Sadie Wilkerson p.56t.-p.145t., Bro. Grady Idaho p.571-p.566, Bro. Martin Blackmon p.36b.-p.336, Bro. Herman Wilkerson, Elder E. I. McGuire p.302-p.304, Bro Elmer Johnson p.77t.

Recess 5 Minutes

Opened by Bro. Dorris Delong p. 572-p.340.

By motion opened business session. Granted Union Church the next Singing Convention to be held the 5th. Sunday in August 1964 and Saturday before. Granted Union Singings as follows: Boiling Springs Church 5th. Sunday in March 1964, Ebenezer Church 5th Sunday in May 1964, and Cross Roads Church 3rd. Sunday in June 1964. By motion Business Session was closed.

Leaders were as follows: Sis Doris Cagle p.319, Bro. Henry Cook p.177-p.348, Bro. W. W. Kidd p.354t.-p.421, Bro. Berry Wilkerson p.277, Bro. A. L. Smith p.381-p. 37b., Sis. Sandra Wilkerson p.300-p.67, Bro. H. B. Carpenter p.73t. Bro W. E. Barnes p.61-p.341, Bro. Buckhanon p.235, Bro. Barnette p.144, Bro. Clifford Cook p.400, Sis. Buckhanon p.452, Bro. Jimmy Mann p.566. Bro. Elmer Johnson p.62.

Dismissed by Bro. Daniel Hudson.

Source: Directory and minutes of annual Sacred Harp singings ... Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Tennessee, and Mississippi, 1963. Courtesy of Jesse P. Karlsberg.

PROCEEDINGS

OF

UNION MUSICAL SACRED HARP

SINGING CONVENTION

UNION CHURCH

August 29th & 30th, 1964

NINETY-SIXTH SESSION

The singing was called to order by the Chairman, Bro. Elmer Johnson, p. 56t. Prayer by Bro. Ray Danger. Chairman sang p. 32t. Introductory lesson was sung by Sis. Judy Cagle, pp. 129, 388, 44, 40, 290, 127, 170, 294, 87, 123t, 30t.

The following leaders were called: Sis. Jackie Cagle p. 45t-p. 401; Sis. Doris Cagle, p. 82t-p. 319; Sis. Donna Parker, p. 119-p. 73b; Sis. Gail Fuller, p. 153; Sis. Rita Danger, p. 157-p. 354.

Recess 5 minutes

The singing was called to order by the Chairman, p. 135.

Leaders were as follows: Bro. Bob Cook, p. 33b-p. 203; Sis. Judy Danger, p. 39t-p. 410t; Bro. Jack Corley, p. 168-p. 328; Sis. Dorthy Fuller, p. 318-p. 571; Bro. Louie Cagle, p. 273-p. 280; Sis. Velma Johnson p. 499-p. 285t; Bro. Kimsey Cagle, p. 460-p. 441; Sis Leola Wright, p. 434-p. 327; Bro. Ralph Danger, p. 147t-p. 452; Sis. Sara Grimes, p. 477-p. 454.

Lunch 1 Hour

Opened by Chairman, p. 166.

On mood, the Convention went into its business session. The following officers were elected: Chairman, Bro. Louie Cagle, Vice Chairman, Bro. Dorris Delong, Secretary, Sis. Judy Cagle. Arranging committee - Bros. Elmer Johnson, Ray Danger, Kimsey Cagle.

The following leaders were called: Bro. Jack Cagle, p. 325; Bro. W. N. Cagle, p. 34-p. 39b; Bro. Hoyte Cagle, p. 428-p. 383; Bro. Windham, p. 269-p. 268; Bro. Preston Warren, p. 330b-p. 482; Sis. Hattie Threat, p. 177-p. 329; Bro. Barker, p. 106-p. 400; Bro. Doyle Delong, p. 171-p.456; Sis. Mary Jane Lambert, p. 371-p. 480; Sis. Wynell Danger, p. 138b-p. 373; Bro. Henry Kerr, p. 321-p. 131b; Sis. Judy Lambert, p. 222-p. 408; Bro. Hicks, p. 334-p. 343; Bro. Jesse Dryden, p. 340-p. 402; Bro. Bud Chamblee, p. 48t-p. 146.

Recess 5 Minutes

Chairman open with p. 63-p. 89.

The following leaders were called: Bro. William Delong, p. 205-p. 204; Sis. Dolly Delong, p. 108t.-p. 339; Bro. Brittian, p. 348-p. 448t; Sis. Brenda Grimes, p. 143-p. 186; Elder W. S. Kelley, p. 282-p. 445; Bro. Jimmy Mann, p. 64-p. 358; Sis. Ruby Delong, p. 390-p. 204; Bro. Ray Danger, p. 341-p. 288; Bro. Dorris Delong, p. 275b-p. 270.

The Delong Quartette sang two songs that were written by Bro. Dorris Delong.

Chairman p. 58.

Dismissed by Elder W. S. Kelley.

Sunday Morning

The singing was called to order by the Chairman who sang p. 59. Prayer was lead by Elder R. E. Cagle.

Leaders were as follows: Sis. Doris Cagle, p. 82t-p. 319; Sis. Jackie Cagle, p. 45t- p. 119; Sis. Gloria Jean Cagle, p. 388-p. 412; Bro. Donald Blackwell, p. 496-p. 63; Bro. Lawson Eubanks, p. 75-p. 47b; Bro. Ralph Danger, p. 68b; Bro. Randy Cagle, p. 100-p. 73b; Bro. Bob Cook, p. 36; Bro. Bruce Cagle, p. 358; Sis. Ruby Delong, p. 460-p. 30t; Bro. Johnny Cagle, p. 318-p. 159; Sis. Judy Danger, p. 162-p. 410; Bro. William Delong, p. 65-p. 387; Elder W. S. Kelley, p. 147t-p. 335.

Recess 5 Minutes

Chairman p. 112; Bro. Jack Cagle, p. 208; Bro. Horace Delong, p. 434-p. 384; Sis. Wynelle Danger, p. 212-p. 336; Bro. O. A. Buchannan, p. 97-p. 409; Elder R. E. Cagle, p. 30p-p. 114; Sis. Shirley Delong, p. 269-p.546; Bro. Herman Wilkerson, p. 288-p. 289; Bro. Henry Cook, p. 46-p. 56; Sis. Sara Grimes, p. 283-p. 477; Bro. Floyd Cagle, p. 329-p. 451; Elder Curtis Fuller, p. 45t-p. 31t.

Memorial session: Bro. William Delong sang p. 145b for Bro. Homer Hopkins; Bro. Bob Cook sang p. 119 in memory of Sis. Annie Lou Grant; Sis. Velma Johnson sang p. 318 in memory of Bro. Albert Delong.

Lunch

Opened by Bro. Dorris Delong, p. 43-p. 82t.

Leaders were as follows: Dr. Dobbs, p. 499-p. 138t; Bro. W. W. Kidd, p. 277-p. 77; Sis. Leola Wright, p. 111-p. 196; Sis. O. A. Buchannan, p. 28b-p. 101t; Bro. A. W. Morris, p. 316-p. 436; Bro. George Brumbelow, p. 270-p. 204; Bro. Ellis Brittian, p. 446- p. 439; Sis. Carol Wilkerson, p. 186-p. 566; Bro. Bonner, p. 300-p. 298; Sis. Hazel Cagle, p. 396-p. 391; Bro. Bensley, p. 61-p. 235; Sis. Phillips, p. 341-p. 49b.

Recess 5 Minutes

Opened by Chairman, p. 48t-p. 51.

The Business Session was re-opened. The next session of this convention was granted to Cross Roads Church, to be held the 5th Sunday and Saturday before in August, 1965. The Union Singings were granted to Ebenezer Church, 3rd Sunday in January, 1965, Union Church, 3rd Sunday, April 1965, and Boiling Springs Church, 5th Sunday in January, 1965. The Business Session was then closed.

The following leaders were called: Bro. A. E. Robinson, p. 35-p. 337; Bro. Chanter Mansey, p. 170-p. 175; Sis. Sadie Wilkerson, p. 313-p. 138b; Bro. Dobbson, p. 123t- p. 328; Bro. Bill Matthews, p. 72t; Sis. Wilma Garrison, p. 441-p. 32t; Elder W. N. Cagle, p. 98; Bro. S. H. Barron, p. 39b-p. 438; Sis. Thelma Paine, p. 340-p. 64; Bro. Buford, p. 399; Elder Basell Garrison, p. 28b; Sis. Sandra Wilkerson, p. 182-p. 290; Sis. Hattie Threatt, p. 430; Bro. Hoyte Cagle, p. 480; Bro. Doyle Delong, p. 392; Chairman, p. 62.

The singing was dismissed by Elder W. N. Cagle.

Source: Directory and minutes of annual Sacred Harp singings ... Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Tennessee, and Mississippi, 1964. Courtesy of Jesse P. Karlsberg.

Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention

Ebenezer Primitive Baptist Church

July 30, and 31, 1966

SATURDAY, JULY 30

The convention was called to order by the Chairman, Bro. Louie Cagle, leading song on page 59. Prayer was offered by Millard McWhorter. The Chairman then led song, page 159. The introductory lesson was led by Wilma Garrison using songs on pages 32t, 335, 318, 63, 75, 283, 282, 341, 343b, 100, 101t, 146, 64, 122. Leaders where then called as follows: Kimzy Cagle, 441, 36b; Johnny Cagle, 45t, 72b.

Recess

Chairman called the convention to order after recess leading song, page 340. The following leaders were called: Jean Garrison, 189, 480; Danny Cagle, 82t, 108; Shirley Wagner, 106, 392; Jack Cosley, 168, 300; Joan Garrison, 186, 490; William Delong, 47t, 204; Joan Cagle, 349, 496; Dottie Delong, 373, 129; Jackie Cagle, 412, 73b.

Dismissed for lunch.

The afternoon session was called to order by the Chairman leading song, page 81t By motion the convention went into a business session. Kimzy Cagle was elected Chairman; Doris Delong, Vice Chairman; Jean Garrison, Secretary. Hoyt Cagle led songs on pages 345t and 31b, while the Arranging Committee was appointed. The following were appointed to the Arranging Commitee: Johnny Cagle, Chairman, Louie Cagle and Loy Garrison. The Arranging Committee also served as the Memorial Committee. The business session adjourned until after lunch on Sunday. Chairman led song on page 155. Leaders were as follows: Debbie Blackwell, 491, 294; Leola Wright, 28b, 73t; Velma Johnson, 499b, 566 Ha;ttie Threatt, 37b, 177; Patricia Garrison, 498, 489; Hoyt Cagle, 383, 455; Shirley Delong, 546, 269; Leamon Brown, 435, 99; Doris Delong, 572b, 172; Millard McWhorter, 176, 152; Suzie Hardeman, 108b.

Recess

The convention was called to order by the Chairman, leading song on page 460. Leaders called as follows: Loy Garrison, 35, 147t; Elder William Cagle, 98, 39b; Doyle Delong, 171; George Brumbelow, 144, 270; Jean Garrison, 508; Leamon Brown, 110, 122; Shirley Wagner, 215; Millard McWhorter, 471t; Velma Johnson, 290, 235b; Hoyt Cagle, 220; Joan Leola Wright, 114. Chairman closed with song on page 382. The singing was dismissed with prayer by Elder William Cagle until 9:30 on Sunday morning.

SUNDAY MORNING, JULY 31

The convention was called together by the Chairman leading song on page 32t. Prayer by Elder Braswell Garrison. Chairman then led song on page 63. Leaders were called as follows: Loy Garrison, 341, 283; Janice Cagle, 58, 340; Odie Garrison, 137, 212; Mary Lou Cagle, 460, 512; Jean Garrison, 220, 498; Doris Cagle, 100, 319; Danny Cagle, 73b, 108t; Elder Braswell Garrison, 104; Jackie Cagle, 45t, 331; Joan Garrison, 491, 462; Hattie Threatt, 448t, 329; Patricia Garrison, 410t, 175b; Elder O. B. Garrison, 278b, 282.

Recess

Bro. Doris Delong called the class together leading song on page 192. Leaders called as follows: Bill Avery, 437b, 530; Frank Holland, 217, 318; Leola Wright, 85, 111b; Ellis Brittain, 181, 183; Hazel Cagle, 214, 202; Alvin Cagle, 348b, 454; Leamon Brown, 67, 68b, Becky Rhodes, 384, 171; Millard McWhorter, 147t, 213; Mrs. Ellis Brittain, 200, 528; Homer Cagle, 102, 376.

Dismissed for lunch.

The Chairman brought the conventio to order leading songs on pages 99, 78. Business session was then re-opened. The Convention granted Boiling Springs Primitive Baptist Church the next convention, to be held the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in July 1967. The Union singings were granted to Ebenezer Primitive Baptist Church to be held the fifth Sunday in April; Little Union Primitive Baptist Church the fifth Sunday in January, 1967; and Cross Roads Primitive Baptist Church the Third Sunday in April, 1967. Business session then closed. At this time the Memorial lesson was held. William Delong led song, page 339 in memory of Rowe Johnson. Horace Delong directed song, page 445b in memory of Bro. Bud Chambliss. Doris Delong led song, page 403 in memory of all those who have passed on since our last convention. Millard McWhorter led song, page 482 in memory of Bro. Arthur Windom. This ended the Memorial lesson. Leaders called as follows: J. L. Edge, 122; Elder Shirley Kelly, 153, 146; A. W. Morris, 197, 436; Nancy Halley, 143, 159; Carol Garrison, 358, 490; Bill Owens, 37b, 65; Mrs. Buchanan, 138, 452b; Wesley Harley, 112, 155; Clyde Avery, 558, 402; Mr. Buchanan, 97, 235b. The Chairman then led song on page 294 while a collection for minutes was taken.

Recess

Johnny Cagle brought the convention to order leading songs on pages 36b, 82t. Leaders called as follows: Shirley Delong, 280, 465; Jack Cosley, 328; Elmer Johnson, 135, 123t; Kansada Weatherford, 149, 204; Herman Wilkerson, 222, 313; Lois Cagle, 73t; Junior Ball, 72b; Janice Delong, 478, 532; Mr. Barron, 203, 28b; Shirley Wagner, 196. The Chairman then led song on page 371. Announcements were made and the Chairman and Vice Chairman led song on page 62. The convention was dismissed with prayer by Elder William Cagle.

Courtesy of the Sacred Harp Museum.

Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention

Boiling Springs Primitive Baptist Church

Near Roswell, Georgia

July 29 and 30, 1967

SATURDAY, JULY 29

The Ninety-Ninth session of this Convention was called to order by the Chairman, Bro. Kimzy Cagle, leading songs, pages 32 and 99. Prayer was led by Elder William Cagle. The Chairman then led song, page 36b. Vice Chairman, Bro. Doris Delong, led songs, pages 47 and 172. The Arranging Committee was then called to lead as follows: Louie Cagle, 170, 122; Loy Garrison, 171, 498. The Secretary, Jean Garrison, was then called and led songs, pages 318 and 208. The Chairman appointed Jack Cagle to lead the Introductory lesson. He led the following songs: 30, 31, 35, 120, 325, 403. Elder R. E. Cagle led songs, pages 67, 47b; The Chairman then led song, page 441. The Chairman appointed Elmer Johnson, Louie Cagle and Loy Garrison to serve as the Arranging Committee.

Recess.

The Chairman called the class to order leading song, page 283. Leaders called as follows: Quinton Cagle, 135, 215; Homer Cagle, 30b, 50; Wilma Garrison, 200, 220; Edward Barker, 277, 328; Preston Warren, 29, 108; Gloria Jean Cagle, 438, 203; F. O. Cox, 72b, 81; Jackie Cagle, 319, 109; Randy Cagle, 63, 45.

Dismissed for lunch.

The Chairman called the class together leading song, page 75. By motion the Convention went into the business session. The following officers were elected: Kimzy Cagle, Chairman; Doris Delong, Vice Chairman; Jean Garrison, Secretary. The followinw were appointed to the Arranging and Memorial Committees: Loy Garrison, Chairman; Elmer Johnson and Quinton Cagle. The business session was adjourned until after lunch on Sunday. The Vice Chairman led song, page 572b. Leaders were called as follows: Hoyt Cagle, 302, 306; J. L. Edge, 455, 211; Hattie Threatt, 224, 177; Henry Kerr, 134, 360; Hazel Cagle, 361, 291; Bill Avery, 27, 101b; Mary Lou Cagle, 490, 512; J. L. Harding, 206, 294; William Delong, 146, 204; Shirley Wagner, 383, 213; Jack Cosley, 168, 110; Janice Cagle, 108b, 58.

Recess.

The class was called to order by Elmer Johnson leading songs, pages 123 and 77. Leaders called were: Joan Cagle, 333, 412; Doyle Delong, 454, 189; Velma Johnson, 499, 566; William Cagle, 34, 341; Judy Kirney, 389, 342; Debbie Blackwell, 290, 491; Ralph Danger, 68b, 452; Anna Smith, 49, 186; Elder Shirley Kelly, 147, 445b; Joan Garrison, 480, 100; Dolly Delong, 82, 373; Ray Wagner, 410. The Chairman then closed the singing leading song page 288. The singing was dismissed with prayer by Elder O. B. Garrison until 9:30 Sunday morning.

SUNDAY, JULY 30

The Chairman called the class to order leading songs, pages 81 and 32. Prayer was led by Elder Baswell Garrison. Chairman then led song, page 155. Leaders called as follows: Ellis Brittian, 34, 48; C. H. Lawson, 101, 147; Carol Garrison, 283, 441; Johnny Cagle, 61, 318; A. W. Morris, 197, 430; Mrs. Ellis Brittain, 298, 460; F. O. Cox, 145, 49b; Shirley Wagner, 277, 196; Bill Avery, 31b, 37b; Randy Cagle, 46, 114; Elder O. B. Garrison, 339; H. M. Cagle, 425, 376.

Recess.

The class opened after recess with song, page 176b. Leaders called were: Elder R. E. Cagle, 47b; Horace Delong, 434, 384; Faye Tolbert, 153, 282; Kenneth Delong, 280, 551; Jim Ayers, 424, 232; Lena Lynch, 222, 217; J. L. Edge, 227, 91; Hattie Threatt, 129, 329; Leamon Brown, 290, 314. The Convention then entered into the Memorial lesson. Ralph Dagner, led song, page 36b in memory of Floyd Cagle. Loy Garrison led song, page 354 in memory of Paula Wagner. Elder R. C. Cagle led song, page 170 in memory of Ambrey Delong. Elder Shirley Kelly led song, page 153 in memory of the mothers and fathers who have passed on. Velma Johnson led song, page 108 in memory of Bro. Albert Delong. This ended the Memorial lesson.

Dismissed for lunch.

The Chairman called the class together leading songs, pages 60 and 371. The Convention then entered into a business session. The 1968 session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention was granted to the Oak Grove Primitive Baptist Church. This session will be the 100th session of the convention, and will be held the 5th Sunday and Saturday before in September, 1968. The Union singings were granted as follows: Union Primitive Baptist Church, 5th Sunday in March, 1968; Boiling Springs Primitive Baptist Church 5th Sunday in December, 1967. Ebenezer Primitive Baptist Church 1st Sunday in April, 1968. The business session was then closed for this year. Leaders called as follows: Doris Delong then led the class in singing, "Happy Birthday" to Hazel Cagle. He then led song, page 343b; Melissa Cheatwood, 186, 200; Forney Cobb, 204, 146; Jesse Liner, 28b, 77; Mrs. Jim Ayers, 498, 532; Wesley Haley, 99, 112; H. S. Barrow, 138b, 203; Mrs. Forney Cobb, 192, 336; W. W. Kidd, 38b, 421; Dr. Dorough, 426, 569b. By request Daniel Hudson led song, page 61 in memory of Jerry Cook. The Chairman led page 63 while the collection for minutes was taken.

Recess.

The Chairman called the class together leading song, page 383. Leaders called were: Clint Haley, 49, 147b; Danny Cagle, 73, 100; Anna Smith, 98, 212; Juanita Richard, 341; Hazel Cagle, 82, 508; Wilma Garrison, 490; Doyle Delong, 392; Leola Wright, 327, 218; Junior Bell, 127, 137; Pamela Richard, 119; Ruby Delong, 30, 76b; The Chairman and Vice Chairman closed the singing leading song, page 62. Dismissed with prayer by Elder William Cagle.

Source: Directory and Minutes of Annual Sacred Harp Singings. Courtesy of the Sacred Harp Museum.

UNION MUSICAL CONVENTION
Oak Grove Primitive Baptist Church
Near Roswell, Georgia

September 28 and 29, 1968

Saturday, September 28

The Chairman, Kimzy Cagle, welcomed everyone to the One-Hundredth Session of this Convention. After singing pages 81 and 75, prayer was led by Jack Cagle. The Chairman then led page 32T. Hoyt Cagle was asked to lead the introductory lesson and used the following songs: 31B, 37B, 73T, 283, 336. Vice Chairman Doris Delong sang 275B, 544. Members of the Arranging Committee led as follows: Loy Garrison 498, 340; Elmer Johnson 135, 270, Secretary Jean Garrison led 45T, 546. Elder O.B. Garrison led 58, 59.

Recess

Class was called to order by Chairman singing No. 99. The Committee called the following leaders: Wilma Garrison 441, 137; Elizabeth Haley 334, 354; Sandra Garrison 318, 480; Jackie Cagle 339, 109; Marsha Garrison 108B, 335; Nancy Haley 186, 300; Wesley Haley 299, 313; Anna Smith 212, 182; Hattie Threatt 129, 114; C.H. Lawson 101T, 97; O.B. Garrison, Jr. 47B, 348B; Jack Corley 168, 328; Daniel Hudson 343B, 482.

Dismissed for lunch

Chairman opened by singing No. 460. Took up regular order of business. Class elected the following officers: Hoyt Cagle, Chairman; Doris Delong, Vice Chairman; Hazel Cagle, Secretary. Chairman appointed Kimzy Cagle, Elmer Johnson and O.B. Garrison, Jr. to serve on the Arranging Committee. These leaders were called: Jack Cagle 127, 208; J. L. Edge 28, 29T;Leola Wright 329, 213; Frank Holland 217, 193; Velma Johnson 565, 499; Elder Roy Avery 196, 337; Feliz O. Cox, Jr. 128, 72B; Sara Grimes 477, 192; John Henry Blake 171, 204; Mary Lou Cagle 454, 512; Horace Delong 384, 111.

Recess

Opened by Chairman Hoyt Cagle singing No. 203. These leaders were called: Millard McWhorter 207; Carl Hughes 74, 426; Mrs. C.W. Haley 489B, 569B; A.W. Morris 224, 394; Bill Avery 395, 423; Shirley Wagner 50, 424; William Delong 65, 63; Hazel Cagle 392, 302. After singing 383 the Chairman asked the class to meet at 9:30 on Sunday morning. Dismissed by Elder Roy Avery.

Sunday, September 29

Chairman called the class to order by singing 56 and 27. Prayer by A.W. Morris. After welcoming visitors Chairman sang 186. Vice Chairman sang 192, 343. The following leaders were called: Loy Garrison 200, 441; Nathan Cagle 114; Jesse Liner 134, 143; Winfred Kerr 144, 146; Diane Cagle 212, 402; Clint Haley 513, 358; Christine Garrison 565, 490; Dr. John L. Dorough 426, 47; Johnnie Cagle 63, 318; Mrs. Owen Buchanan 77, 452.

Recess

Opened by Elmer Johnson singing 123 after which these leaders were called: Ellis Brittain 389, 542; Mrs. John Kerr 333, 528; J. J. Aderhold 58, 59; Mrs. Bertha Kilgore 430, 482; Elder Edward Cagle 67, 306; Carolyn Huckeba 120, 313; Berlin Thompson 328, 112; Lloyd Mobley 38B, 47B; Dorothy Fuller 460, 99. During the Memorial Lesson which followed, Doris Delong sang 339 for Walter Cagle. O.B. Garrison, Jr. sang 45 for Mrs. Maggie Phillips. Hugh McGraw sang 74 for all the "shut-ins" especially A.M. Cagle in State Hospital in Milledgeville and Mr. and Mrs. Fred Johnson who were present after a long illness.

Dismissed for lunch

Class called to order by Chairman singing 403,417. Leaders as follows: Janice Paulk 478, 362; Henry Kerr 207, 511; Charlene Wallace 383, 455; Grady Aderhold 454, 94; Alvin Cagle 286, 392; Cansata Weatherford 569, 512; John Kerr 304; Hugh McGraw 97, 56B; Owen E. Buchanan 235, 285; Odie Garrison 108T, 108B; Bob Cook 89, 203. Collected $41.67 for minutes and expenses.

Recess

Opened by Kimzy Cagle singing 32 and 36. Entered into short business session. Class granted Union Primitive Baptist Church, Roswell, Georgia, the next session of this convention to be held August 30 and 31, 1969. Granted Boiling Springs Church a Union Singing for the Third Sunday in May, Oak Grove Church a Union Singing for the Second Sunday in April and Big Creek Church a Union Singing on the Third Sunday in July. After business adjourned the following leaders were called: Joe Garrison 78, 147B; Randall Garrison 147T, 410; Elder W.S. Kelley 282, 445; Ray Wagner 31T; Faye Tolbert 341, 186; Merle Bates 136, 153; Elder Carl Dockery 288, 290; Feliz Cox 127. After announcements Chairman and Vice Chairman led No. 62 after which class was dismissed by Elder J.J. Aderhold.

Source: One-Hundredth Annual Session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention. Courtesy of Jesse P. Karlsberg.

UNION PRIMITIVE BAPTIST CHURCH
August 30, 31, 1969

The 101st Annual Session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention met at Union Church on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in August. The Convention was called to order by Chairman Hoyt Cable singing No. 27 & 31. Prayer by Carl Hughes. Chairman sang No. 63. Jack Cagle led the Introductory Lesson using the following songs: 30-T, 31-T, 39-B, & 325. Vice Chairman Doris DeLong led Nos. 318 & 392. Secretary Hazel Cagle led Nos. 34-T & 317. Members of the Arranging Committee - Elmer Johnson 135, 270; Kimzy Cagle 186, 460.

Recess

After recess the class was called to order by the Chairman singing No. 81. Committee called the following leaders: Loy Garrison 200, 137; Mary Lou Cagle 112, 177; Winfred Kerr 176-T, 40; Mrs. Ellis Brittain 36-B, 340; F.O. Cox 65, 75; Sara Grimes 220, 454; J.L. Edge 530; Judy Kearney 120, 383; Jimmy Mann 333, 480; Bill Avery 465, 521; Mrs. Arlon Webb 482, 569; Jack Corley 110, 328; Reita Dangar 354.

Dismissed for Lunch

Convention called to order by Chairman singing No. 428 & 411. Convention entered into a short business session. Class elected the following officers: Chairman, Hoyt Cagle; Vice Chairman, Doris DeLong; Secretary, Hazel Cagle. Chairman appointed Loy Garrison as Chairman of Arranging Committee and Kimzy Cagle and Louie Cagle to serve with him. The Arranging Committee will also serve as Memorial Committee. Business Session adjourned until Sunday afternoon. Leaders: Leola Wright 445, 111—B; Ellis Brittain 78, 542; Zera Tolleson 172, 192; Leamon Brown 365, 452; Carol Garrison 143, 73-B; Henry Kerr 94, 404; Eula Johnson 212, 336; Alvin Cagle 171, 412; Velma Johnson 290, 544; Carl Hughes 316, 216; Wynell Dangar 403, 319; A.J. Webb 498, 500; Hattie Threatt 224, 430.

Recess

Doris DeLong called the class to order with Nos. 275-B & 343. Those who followed: Joe Garrison 146, 147-B; Verna Holley 163, 302; Preston Warren 74-B, 131-T; Lois Cagle 523, 73-T; Buford McGraw 33-B, 56-B for Jim Ayers in Carrollton Hospital; Bob Cook 285, 203; M.F. McWhorter 348 by request; Doyle DeLong 456, 189; Ray Dangar 341, 288. Announcements. Class agreed to visit Elder O.B. Garrison this evening and sing some songs for him. Chairman sang No. 382. Dismissed by Jack Cagle.

Sunday, August 31, 1969

The second day of the Convention was begun by Chairman Hoyt Cagle singing Nos. 56-T & 60. Prayer by Elder Edward Cagle. Chairman led No. 89. Vice Chairman Doris DeLong sang Nos. 439 & 283. Committee called these leaders: Louie Cagle 338; Nathan Cagle 82, 282; Marsha Garrison 339; Jackie Cagle 35; Felix Cox 81-T, 155; Jesse Roberts 300, 454; Stanley Cagle 99, 47-B; Jesse Liner 141, 445; Dr. John Dorough 316, 569; Ruby DeLong 460, 76.

Recess

The class was called to order after recess by Loy Garrison singing No. 122 and Carl Hughes 137. Leaders: Mrs. E.G. Akin 67, 172; Wesley Haley 217, 212; Berlin Thompson 328, 430; Shirley DeLong 546, 269; Nancy Haley 551, 480; Mary Alice Roberts 318, 112; Judy Kearney 213, 441; Clint Haley 147-T, 513; Elder Edward Cagle 285-T, 306. Memorial Lesson: William DeLong sang No. 159 for Sally Reece and No. 45 for John Ball. Velma Johnson sang No. 318 for Albert DeLong and No. 176 for Connie Phillips. J.L. Edge sang No. 285-T for Mrs. Mary Stewart. Doris DeLong sang No. 109 for Mrs. Corley. Loy Garrison sang No. 340 for Mr. Arthur Cox. At the conclusion of the Memorial Lesson it was requested that Millard McWhorter sing No. 28 for J.J. Cagle.

Dismissed for Lunch

Chairman began the afternoon session by singing Nos. 426 & 302. Convention entered into the Business Session left open from Saturday afternoon. Ebenezer Church asked for and the class granted them this Convention for next year to be held August 29 & 30, 1970. The following churches asked for and were granted Union Singings to be held as listed: Union Church - 3rd Sunday in December 1969; Boiling Springs Church - 5th Sunday in March, 1970; Oak Grove Church - 5th Sunday in May, 1970. Convention agreed to print 300 minutes of this session. Business session closed. Chairman sang No. 411. Committee reported $31.00 donated for minutes. Leaders: Donald DeLong 192, 280; H.S. Barron 138-B, 565; E.G. Akin 442, 196; Ludie Lambert 362, 498; Lloyd Redding 542, 419; Elizabeth Haley 64, 334; Leamon Brown 314, 144; Cansata Weatherford 39, 147-B; Bill Avery 530, 478; John Brasher 47-T, 77-T; O.B. Garrison 82, 390.

Recess

Nos. 371 & 32 by Kimzy Cagle called the class to order. By request Hazel Cagle sang No. 236. Leaders: Violet Thomas 189, 343; Millard McWhorter 325; J.L. Edge 289; Carl Hughes 532; Ralph Dangar 341; Joe Garrison 31; Alvin Cagle 177; Doyle DeLong 273; Judy Walker 162; Class requested John Brasher to sing again. He led Nos. 186 & 268. By request Hoyt Cagle sang Nos. 558 & 358. Announcements. Class sang No. 62. Dismissed by E.G. Akin.

Source: 1969, One Hundred First Annual Session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention. Courtesy of Jesse P. Karlsberg.

Union Musical Singing Convention

EBENEZER PRIMITIVE BAPTIST CHURCH

NEAR ROSWELL, GEORGIA

August 29, 30, 1970

SATURDAY, AUGUST 29

The 102nd annual session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Convention met at Ebenezer church on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in August. Chairman, Hoyt Cagle, welcomed everyone and opened the convention by leading songs on pages 27 and 32. Prayer was led by Bro. Jack Cagle. Chairman then led song on page 81. Horace DeLong led the introductory lesson, he used the following songs: 45, 460 and 565. Vice Chairman, Doris DeLong, 76b, 172; Secretary, Hazel Cagle, led songs on pages 217 and 560. Members of the Arranging Committee, Loy Garrison, 46, 47; Kimzy Cagle, 36b, 63. Others who led: Frank Holland, 318, 336; Judy Kearney, 137, 441; Felix Cox, 145, 155; Zera Tolleson, 373, 402.

Recess.

The chairman called the class back in session leading song on page 171. Leaders who followed: Felix Cox, 111, 147b, 40; Leola Wright, 89, 213; Jack Hicks, 123, 283; Sara Grimes, 465, 454; Grady Aderhold, 120, 39b; Jack Cagle, 58, 59; Vena Holley, 546, 500; Joe Garrison, 35, 78; Bill Avery, 478, 521; Wynell Dangar, 212, 319; Jack Corley, 168, 110; Raymond DeLong, 204, 164.

Dismissed for lunch.

The Chairman, Hoyt Cagle, called the class back together leading songs on pages 383 and 542. At this time the convention entered into a business session. The following officers were elected or appointed: Chairman, Loy Garrison; Vice Chairman, Doris DeLong; Secretary, Hazel Cagle; Arranging Committee, Kimzy Cagle, Chairman, Elmer Johnson and Jack Cagle, who will serve as the memorial committee, too. End of business session until Sunday afternoon. Leaders were called: T. J. Stewart, 290, 47b; Leamon Brown, 365, 298; Mrs. A. J. Webb, 371, 569b; Elmer Johnson, 135, 270; J. T. Pruitt, 176b, 269; Mary Lou Cagle, 340, 498; A. J. Webb, 436, 419; Hattie Threatt, 224, 177; Preston Warren, 80b, 86; Velma Johnson, 544, 499; Henry Kerr, 272, 360.

Recess.

The class was called to order by the Chairman leading song on page 490. Others who followed: Jesse Liner, 61, 72; Dolly Hudgins, 108, 82; Lucrease Hall, 313, 108b; Grady Aderhold, 84, 49b; Jack Hicks, 343, 384; Felix Cox, 53; Henry Kerr, 404; The chairman led song on page 62 after which the class was dismissed with prayer by Carl DeLong until Sunday morning.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 30

The second day of the Convention was begun by the chairman, Loy Garrison, leading songs on pages 37b and 48. Prayer was led by Bro. Jack Cagle. Chairman then led song on page 122. Others who led: Kimzy Cagle, 186, 460; Felix Cox, 361, 189; Nathan Cagle, 339, 100; Louie Cagle, 338, 340; Raymond DeLong, 204, 112; Marsha Garrison, 108b, 334; Ellis Brittain, 110, 107; Diane Ball, 143, 159; Randal Cagle, 318, 337; Grady Aderhold, 94, 565; Sandra Garrison, 551, 480; Frank Holland, 217, 299; Jesse Liner, 213, 145b.

Recess.

The class was called together after recess by the chairman leadling song on page 462. Leaders: Jimmy Mann, 333, 358; Janice Paulk, 475, 478; Elder Edward Cagle, 212, 306; J. R. Ball, 177, 348; Johnny Cagle, 283, 36b; Ruby DeLong, 30, 76b; Jesse Roberts, 172, 196. At this time the Convention held its Memorial lesson. Loy Garrison led songs on pages 385 and 499 for Dr. John Dorough. Jack Cagle led song 445 for Estelle Hitt, song 31 for John Garrison and song 59 for Elder O. B. Garrison. Kimzy Cagle led songs on pages 38 and 65 for Bro. William DeLong.

Dismissed for lunch.

After lunch the convention resumed singing with the chairman leading song on page 200. The business session was reopened. The Convention agreed for the next session of this convention to be held at Boiling Springs Primitive Baptist Church on the Fifth Sunday and Saturday before in August, 1971. Convention granted a Union singing to Oak Grove Church to be held on the fifth Sunday in January; another to Ebenezer church to be held on the second Sunday in March; and the third Union singing to Harmony Church to be held on the fifth Sunday in May. Business session closed. The chairman led song on page 147. He was followed by: Hoyt Crowe, 75, 175; Joan Autry, 341 294; Kenneth DeLong, 222, 311; Shirley Wagner, 123b; Millard Ray, 58, 490; Becky Roland, 63, 384; H. S. Barron, 323b, 345; Andy Fuqua, 98, 496; Donald DeLong, 192, 362; Daniel Hudson, 343, 482; O. B. Garrison, 290, 390; Contributions for flowers and minutes, $55.16.

Recess.

Singing was resumed by Hoyt Cagle leading songs on pages 302 and 411. Leaders called: C. A. White, 137, 139; Doyle DeLong, 171, 341; Gwen Roland, 146; Leamon Brown, 68, 401; for an elderly aunt in Orlando, Fla.; Felix Cox, 91, 53; Bill Avery, 530, 465, Doris DeLong, 392; Cansata Weatherford, 569, 512; Jack Corley, 328; Baswell Garrison, 104; Announcements were made then the class sang song on page 62 and the convention was dismissed with prayer by Daniel Hudson.

Source: Directory and Minutes of Annual Sacred Harp Singings. Courtesy of the Sacred Harp Museum.

One Hundred Third Annual Session
UNION MUSICAL SACRED HARP SINGING CONVENTION
Boiling Springs Primitive Baptist Church
August 28 and 29, 1971

The Convention met at Boiling Springs Church on Saturday before the fifth Sunday in August. Chairman Loy Garrison began the Convention with Nos. 48-T and 47-T. Prayer by Bro. Jack Cagle. Chairman sang No. 73. Introductory Lesson was led by Mary Lou Cagle. The following songs were used: 46, 63, 89, 155, 164 and 182. Vice Chairman Doris DeLong led Nos. 318, 76-B; Secretary Hazel Cagle led Nos. 148, 224; Jack Cagle, member of the Arranging Committee, led Nos. 149, 161. The Chairman called these leaders: Judy Kearney 220, 373; E. C. Bowen 32, 75; Frank Holland 217, 100, "Happy Birthday" was sung for Mr. Holland; Robbie Kearney 401; Anita Wagner 159.

Recess

After recess the Chairman opened with No. 441. Leaders: Danny Griffin 79, 167; Anthony Pritchard 139, 481; W. E. Barker 480, 482; Louie Cagle 134, 338; Leola Wright 114, 67; Mrs. Geneva Griffin 176-B, 120; Ernest Parker 569, 82; Shirley Wagner 301, 302; Oscar Ray 205, 282; Dan Brittain 78, 473; Bill Avery 325, 289; Jack Corley 168, 110.

Dismissed for lunch.

The Convention continued in the afternoon with the Chairman singing No. 129. In its Business Session the Convention re-elected Loy Garrison as its Chairman, Doris DeLong as Vice Chairman and Hazel Cagle as Secretary. Daniel Hudson and Louie Cagle were asked to serve as Arranging Committee and Memorial Committee. Hazel Cagle sang Nos. 269, 291 while the officers selected the committees. Further business of the Convention will be completed on Sunday afternoon. Hoyt Cagle sang Nos. 498, 542. Committee called the following leaders: Millard McWhorter 141, 144; he told the history of the song "Singing School" in the James Book. It is believed to have been written at or about Boiling Springs Church. The Convention sang this old song. Hattie Threatt 179, 177; Henry Kerr 337, 379; Elder Shirley Kelley 45, 445; John Henry Blake 565, 204 in memory of William DeLong; Preston Warren 410-B, 131-B; M. L. Ray 321, 73-T; J. T. Pruitt 336, 295; Daniel Hudson 153, 285-T; Buford McGraw 83-B, 76-B.

Recess

The Chairman called the Convention to order with No. 122, 143. Those who led: Carol Cagle 319, 35; Eula Johnson 215, 216; Sara Grimes 306, 454; Ralph Dangar 452, 147-T; Ray Wagner 47-B, 146; Doris DeLong 392; Hoyt Cagle 196. Announcements. Class agreed to meet at 9:30 o'clock on Sunday morning. After Chairman sang No. 81 the Convention was closed for the day with prayer by John Henry Blake.

UNION MUSICAL SACRED HARP SINGING CONVENTION

Sunday, August 29, 1971

The Chairman Loy Garrison opened the second day of the Convention with No. 39-B, 73-T. Prayer by Bro. Jack Cagle. Chairman sang No. 49-B. Louie Cagle sang Nos. 170, 340. Kimzy Cagle led Nos. 32-T, 186. Elmer Johnson was appointed as the third member of the Arranging Committee. Leaders: Nathan Cagle 100, 82; Arlene Garrison 112, 297; Bobby Kearney 410-T, 36-B; Cathy Cagle 401; Randy Cagle 318, 319; Joe Garrison 144, 146; Dwain Cagle 460, 40; Anita Wagner 159; Jackie Cagle 147-T, 35; E. C. Bowen 489, 34-T; Robbie Kearney 354; Nancy Haley 189; Jennie Sue Cagle 119; Shirley Wagner 376.

Recess

The Convention was called together by the Chairman with No. 63. Others who led: Elizabeth Haley 84, 300; Dan Brittain 151, 29-B: Felix Cox III 361, 147-B; Carol Cagle 45-T, 343; Felix Cox 39-T, 53; Ann Cagle 101-T; Jimmy Mann 333, 358; Rene Cagle 401; Stanley Cagle 313, 47-B; Pam Richards 339, 46. The Convention opened the Business Session for completion of the business. Union Church asked for and was granted this Convention for 1972. It will be held on the fifth Sunday in July and Saturday before. The following Union Singings were granted: Boiling Springs Church on the fifth Sunday in January; Oak Grove Church on the second Sunday in April; Harmony Church on the fifth Sunday in April. Convention agreed not to send a copy of this minute to the "Big Minute." Business closed. While Chairman sang 512 a donation of $36.13 was made for minutes and expenses.

Dismissed for lunch.

The convention sang a few songs while the members were gathering after lunch - 37-B, 31-B. Chairman sang No. 200. During the Memorial Lesson that followed, Bro. Daniel Hudson sang No. 390 for Mrs. Azelie Haley and 285-T for Lillie Cook. Leaders: Elder Edward Cagle 212, 306; Faye McGuire 203, 299; Leaman Brown 62, 68; Oscar McGuire 206, 172; Mrs. J. C. Kendrlck 477, 373, H. S. Barron 138-B, 348; Wesley Haley 171, 530; Gayle Fuller 445, 145-B; Grady Aderhold 217, 441; Hazel Cagle 214, 195; M. F. McWhorter 192.

Recess

Opened by Vice Chairman Doris DeLong with class singing "Happy Birthday" to Carl DeLong. Then No. 436. Those who followed: Bill Avery 324, 416; J. C. Kendrick 334, 335; Leola Wright 434, 196; Clint Haley 155, 513; Christine Garrison 565, 569 in memory of her sister, Connie Phillips. T. J. Stewart 236, 341; Diane Ball 78, 143; Kenneth DeLong 337, 301; Cansata Weatherford 77-T, 424; Horace DeLong 384, 523. Announcements. Class sang No. 62. The Convention was closed with prayer by J. C. Kendrick.

Source: 1971, One Hundred Third Annual Session Of The Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention. Courtesy of Jesse P. Karlsberg.

One Hundred Fourth Annual Session
UNION MUSICAL SACRED HARP SINGING CONVENTION
Union Primitive Baptist Church

July 29 and 30, 1972

On the fifth Sunday and Saturday before the Convention was held at Union Church. Chairman Loy Garrison opened the Convention with Nos. 47-T and 73-T. Prayer by Bro. Daniel Hudson. Chairman sang No. 76-B. The Introductory Lesson was led by Hoyt Cagle using Nos. 345-T, 345-B, 544, 37-B, 31-B, 31-T. Vice Chairman Doris DeLong led Nos. 172, 318. Hazel Cagle, Secretary, Nos. 56-B, 41; Elmer Johnson 123-T, 270; Daniel Hudson 343, 482. Chairman sang No. 512.

Recess

The singing was resumed by the Chairman singing No. 35. The Committee called the following leaders: Johnny Cagle 146, 159; Ralph Dangar 147-T, 452; Joe Garrison 36-B, 78; Cansata Weatherford 565, 569-B; Hattie Threatt 434, 192; E. C. Bowen 88-B, 288; Jack Cagle 289, 49-B; Horace DeLong 348, 384.

Dismissed for Lunch

Chairman called the Convention to order with No. 498. A Business Session was held at this time. The following officers were elected or appointed as follows: Doris DeLong, Chairman; Hoyt Cagle, Vice Chairman; Hazel Cagle, Sec. and Treas. Joe Garrison, Loy Garrison and Jack Cagle were appointed as Arranging Committee. They will also serve as Memorial Committee. A motion was made that the balance of the business would be taken care of on Sunday afternoon. Chairman sang No. 217. Those who followed: Bill Avery 207, 337; Leola Wright 85, 114; Mrs. J. C. Kendrick 327, 390; Dan Brittain 387, 121; Christine Garrison 45-T, 290; J. C. Kendrick 446, 389; Elder Edward Cagle 99, 373; Nathan Cagle 82, 100; Doyle DeLong 460, 171; Sandra Garrison 480, 441; O. B. Garrison 44, 179; Sara Grimes 477, 306; Ray Dangar 59, 341.

Recess

After recess the Vice Chairman Hoyt Cagle called the class to order with No. 200. Leaders: Carl DeLong 123, 340; Loy Garrison 283; Ralph Dangar 48-T; Elmer Johnson 77; Cansata Weatherford 378; Hattie Threatt 177; J. C. Kendrick 287; Jack Cagle 208; Hazel Cagle 436; Horace DeLong 275-B; Leola Wright 89; Bill Avery 437. Chairman Doris DeLong sang No. 101-T. The convention was dismissed with prayer by Elder Edward Cagle.

UNION MUSICAL SACRED HARP SINGING CONVENTION
Sunday, July 30,1972

After a few words of welcome Chairman Doris DeLong began the second day of the Convention with No. 131-B. Prayer by Bro. Jack Cagle. Committee called these leaders: Elmer Johnson 81, 135; Jackie Cagle 35, 319; Steven Cagle 331; Kim Cagle 186, 371; Ray Dangar 335, 72-B; Nathan Cagle 318, 114; Hoyt Crowe 75, 175; Stanley Cagle 410-T, 67; Tim Dangar 47-B, 108-B; Mary Lou Cagle 490, 498; Ralph Dangar 30-B, 31-T.

Recess

The Convention was called to order by the Chairman with No. 76-B. Others who led: Hazel Cagle 298, 336; Doyle DeLong 456, 189; Louie Cagle 460, 340; Sara Grimes 454, 192; Jr. Ball 112, 137; Wynelle Hinson 234, 138-B; Johnny Cagle 283, 285-T; Leola Wright 28-B, 34-T. During the Memorial Lesson that followed Elder Edward Cagle sang No. 285-T in memory of Mrs. Ella Johnson and O. B. Garrison sang No. 47-T in memory of his brother, Baswell Garrison. This was the last song he ever sang in church.

Dismissed for Lunch

The afternoon session of the Convention began with the Chairman singing No. 380. Leaders: Hoyt Cagle 302, 542; Judy Walker 162; Hattie Threatt 329, 328; Jack Cagle 294, 149; Mrs. J. C. Kendrick 412, 455; Horace DeLong 204 for William DeLong, 426-T; Elder Edward Cagle 56-T, 305 in memory of Arthur Cox; William Cagle 98, 341; O. B. Garrison 58, 348; Loy Garrison 74-B, 513; J. C. Kendrick 489, 200; Joe Garrison 32-T, 313. The Business Session was reopened for that portion of the business not completed on Saturday afternoon. Boiling Springs Church asked for and was granted the next session of this Convention to be held on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in July. (July 28 & 29, 1973). The three Union Singings were granted by the Convention to these churches and the dates they are to be held are listed below.

Ebenezer Church — 3rd Sunday in March — March 18, 1973
Big Creek Church — 3rd Sunday in July — July 15, 1973
Oak Grove Church — 5th Sunday in April — April 29, 1973

Business Session closed. Chairman sang No. 392. The congregation donated $25.80 for Convention Funds and Minutes.

Recess

Opened by the Vice Chairman, Hoyt Cagle, with Nos. 383, 382. Leaders: Dollie Hudgins 108-T, 343; Carl DeLong 480, 235; Mrs. J. C. Kendrick 147-B, 304. Announcements. Chairman and Vice Chairman sang No. 62. Prayer by Elder Edward Cagle closed this session of the Convention.

Source: 1972, One Hundred Fourth Annual Session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention. Courtesy of Jesse P. Karlsberg.

UNION MUSICAL SACRED HARP SINGING CONVENTION
Boiling Springs Primitive Baptist Church
Alpharetta, Ga.

July 28, 29, 1973

Saturday, July 28

The One Hundred Fifth Annual session of this Convention met at Boiling Springs Church on Saturday before the fifth Sunday in July. The Chairman, Doris DeLong, spoke a few words of welcome to all then led No. 101-T. Prayer by Bro. Jack Cagle. Elmer Johnson led the Introductory Lesson using Nos. 32-T, 123-T, 100, 270, 135. Vice Chairman Hoyt Cagle led Nos. 56-T, 81-T. Sec. Hazel Cagle led Nos. 41, 336. They were followed by members of the Arranging Committee: Jack Cagle 49-B, 358; Loy Garrison 369, 49-T. The Committee then called these leaders: Charlene Wallace 155, 171; Bill Avery 478, 530; Hattie Threatt 177.

Recess

The Chairman opened with No. 544 followed by these leaders: George Adcock 64, 65; Buford McGraw 114, 483; Rene Cagle 282; Robbie Kearney 401; Cansada Weatherford 376, 565; Dan Brittain 214, 419; Mrs. Clint Haley 68-B, 313; Kim Cagle 99, 460; Preston Warren 458, 312; Shirley Wagner 131-B, 302; Henry Kerr 207, 511.

Dismissed for lunch.

The afternoon session was begun by Joe Garrison using Nos. 72-T, 72-B. A short Business Session was held at this time. The Convention unanimously re-elected the same officers for another year: Doris DeLong, Chairman; Hoyt Cagle, Vice Chairman and Hazel Cagle, Secretary and Treasurer. Elmer Johnson, Loy Garrison and Kim Cagle were appointed to serve on the Arranging Committee. They will also serve as the Memorial Committee. The Business Session was adjourned for the day but will be reopened tomorrow for completion of business. Chairman sang No. 318. Leaders called: Delores McGraw 137, 394; Anita Wagner 123-B, 159; Mrs. Preston Warren 349, 411; Jack Corley 110, 328; Christine Garrison 45-T, 490; Clint Haley 63, 269; Geneva Pritchard 176-B, 373; E. C. Bowen 438, 432; Velma Johnson 569-B, 111; Johnny Cagle 28-B, 67.

Recess

The Convention was called together by Kim Cagle. It was requested that he lead No. 480 in memory of Carl DeLong. Others who led: Leola Wright 378-B, 73-T; Daniel Hudson 205, 168; Ray Wagner 390; Dan Brittain 78, 148; Delores McGraw 40, 120; Buford McGraw 76-B; Henry Kerr 181, 122. Announcements. Chairman sang No. 378-t. The Convention was dismissed with prayer by Daniel Hudson.

UNION MUSICAL SACRED HARP SINGING CONVENTION
Sunday, July 29, 1973

The second day of the Convention was begun by the Chairman, Doris DeLong, leading No. 217. Prayer by Bro. Johnny Cagle. Vice Chairman Hoyt Cagle led No. 137, 441. Committee called these leaders: Anita wagner 131-B, 57; Danny Cagle 147-T, 44; Mary Lou Cagle 490, 489; E. C. Bowen 33-B, 138-B; Dorothy Fuller 460, 523; Daniel Hudson 482, 512; Diane Ball 127, 300; Johnny Cagle 299, 36-B.

Recess

No. 275-B by the Chairman called the Convention together. Others who led: Dwaine Cagle 340, 144; Leola Wright 145-T, 203; Jack Corley 215, 328; Hazel Cagle 183, 422; Doyle DeLong 273, 189; Bill Avery 392, 395; Velma Johnson 235-B for William DeLong and Mrs. Ellen Johnson, 569; Dan Brittain 234, 176-T; Kenneth DeLong 394, 365. The Memorial Lesson was held at this time. Jack Corley led No. 288 for Mrs. Carpenter; Reuben Ball led No. 318 for Willie Cook; Kim Cagle led No. 480 for Carl DeLong; Jack Cagle led No. 45-T for Homer Cagle and Daniel Hudson led No. 285-T for all other deceased members and loved ones. After the Memorial Lesson the Chairman sang No. 403.

Dismissed for lunch.

The Chairman began the afternoon session of the Convention with Nos. 439, 316. The Business Session was reopened for completion of business. Kim Cagle requested that the Convention be held next year at the Mt. Bethel Community Center, Marietta, Ga. on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in September. The Convention granted that request. The following Churches asked for and were granted a Union Singing for 1974.

Recess

After recess Kim Cagle resumed the singing with No. 32-T. Leaders: Loy Garrison 513, 383; Jack Cagle 35, 200; Elmer Johnson 166, 335; Little Master Wagner 401; E. C. Bowen 348, 499; Bill Avery 325, 521; Dan Brittain 541, 385-B; Leola Wright 240. Announcements. Chairman and Vice Chairman led No. 62. This session of the Convention closed with prayer by Daniel Hudson.

Source: 1973, One Hundred Fifth Annual Session Of The Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention. Courtesy of Jesse P. Karlsberg.

Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention

Mt. Bethel Community Center

East Marietta, Georgia

September 28, 29, 1974

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28

The one hundred and sixth annual session of the Union Musical Convention was held at Mt. Bethel Community Center. The chairman, Doris DeLong, made a short talk and led song on page 101. Prayer was led by Jack Cagle. The chairman then led song on page 544. The Introductory lesson was led by Kim Cagle who used the following songs, 32, 36b, 99, 460, and 441. Vice Chairman, Hoyt Cagle, led 318 and 137. Secretary, Hazel Cagle, 434 and 336; Loy Garrison, 512, 498; Elmer Johnson, 48, 81; Joe Cummings was present to cover this convention for a well-known magazine. He led songs on pages 49 and 45.

Recess.

The chairman called the convention together leading song on page 57. Leaders called: Danny Griffin, 153, 59; Jack Corley, 114, 110; Hattie Threatt, 224, 430; E. C. Bowen, 37b, 111b; Velma Johnson, 569b, 465; Elder A. W. Norris, 197, 204; Leola Wright, 316, 327; Buford McGraw, 115, 45b; Mary Lou Cagle, 490, 489; Bill Avery, 101b, 345b.

Dismissed for lunch.

The afternoon session was called to order by the chairman leading song on page 343. A business session was held at which the following officers were elected: Chairman, Hoyt Cagle; Vice Chairman, Elmer Johnson; Secretary, Hazel Cagle; Arranging and Memorial Committee, Loy Garrison, Kim Cagle and Mary Lou Cagle. The class discussed discontinuing the Union Singings and voted to dispense with all three of them. The convention will be held at Mt. Bethel Community Center again the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in August 1975. The convention agreed to print the local minute as useual and to send minutes of this convention to the "Big Minute." The business session closed. Hoyt Cagle then led song on page 122. Other leaders called: Jack Cagle, 39b, 44; Horace DeLong, 384, 348; Loy Garrison, 33b, 28b; Doyle DeLong, 171, 217; Buford McGraw, 104, 164; E. C. Bowen, 61, 75; Danny Griffin, 55, 408; Hattie Threatt, 177, 72; A. W. Morris, 148, 170.

Recess.

Elmer Johnson called the class together leading songs on pages 23 and 135. Leaders: Hazel Cagle, 269, 369; Bill Avery, 36, 423; Leola Wright, 378b for Lewis Cagle and 204 for Mary Powers; Jack Corley, 168, 328; Velma Johnson, 499, 491; Kim Cagle, 454, 371; Mary Lou Cagle, 186, 283. The chairman then led song on page 382, after which the convention was dismissed with prayer by Elder A. W. Morris.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 29

The convention was called to order on Sunday by Hoyt Cagle leading song on page 27. Prayer was led by Carl Hughes. The chairman then led song on page 56. Leaders called: Elmer Johnson, 270, 335; Hazel Cagle, 436, 146; Johnny Cagle, 134, 28b; Leola Wright, 203, 268; Cansada Weatherford, 565, 490; Horace DeLong, 460, 434; Jack Cagle, 208, 551; Hattie Threatt, 426, 172; Sid Caldwell, 143, 129; Christine Garrison, 313, 82; Loy Garrison, 74b, 569.

Recess.

The class resumed singing with Kim Cagle leading song on page 63. Others who led: Jack Corley, 215, 300; Janice Paulk, 386, 498; Wesley Haley, 273, 269; Hubert Reeves, 318, 354; Bill Avery, 393, 478; J. L. Edge, 402, 349; Doris DeLong led 406 for Annie Sisson. Leamon Brown, 298, 290. A memorial lesson was held at follows: Loy Garrison led 78 and 31 for Joe Garrison; Hoyt Cagle led 278b for Dora Garrison and 45t for Alvin Cagle and Kenneth Ruble. Doris DeLong led 147 and 192 for the shut–ins.

Dismissed for lunch.

The chairman brought the convention back in session leading songs on pages 456 and 542. Leaders called: Doyle DeLong, 189, 454; Carl Hughes, 137, 532; Rita Smith, 425; Mary Lou Cagle, 196, 299; Huie Cagle, 441, 170; Velma Johnson, 544, 471; Doris DeLong, 392; Wesley Haley, 479, 236; Kim Cagle led 177 for all the aged members of this community who have supported this convention through the years. The class then sang 457 by request.

Recess.

The class reassembled with Elmer Johnson leading song on page 77. Leaders called: Leamon Brown, 314, 365; J. L. Edge, 355; Carl Hughes, 72, 216; Bill Avery, 465, 521; Jack Corley, 332; Rachael Paulk, 331, 40; Hazel Cagle, 195; Jack Cagle, 108b. The chairman led songs on pages 67, 434 and 62, after which Carl Hughes dismissed with prayer.

Courtesy of the Sacred Harp Museum.

UNION MUSICAL SACRED HARP SINGING CONVENTION
Mt. Bethel Commuuity Center
East Marietta, Georgia

August 30, 31, 1975

Saturday, August 30

The 107th Session of this Convention met at the Mt. Bethel Community Center on the fifth Saturday in August. The Chairman Hoyt Cagle welcomed everyone to this session and opened with Nos. 31-B and 37-B. Opening prayer by Elder A.W. Morris. Chairman led No. 32-T. Introductory Lesson was led by Horace DeLong. He used the following Nos. 89, 112, 318, 314 and 65. Vice Chairman Elmer Johnson led Nos. 81-T, 335; Hazel Cagle 39-B, 317; Kim Cagle 99, 186; Mary Lou Cagle 208, 200; E. C. Bowen 33-B, 348: Velma Johnson 512, 569; Ricky DeLong 294, 108-B; Loy Garrison 143, 498; Oscar Ray 499, 441.

Recess

After recess the Convention was called together by the Chairman using No. 454. Leaders: Kenneth DeLong 511, 479; Leola Wright 275-B, 111-B; Jack Corley 110, 328; Louella Warren 203, 212; Henry Kerr 42, 207; Elder A. W. Morris 215, 293; Janice Paulk 222, 532; Preston Warren 370, 326; Doris DeLong 43, 544.

Lunch

After lunch the Chairman began the singing with Nos. 428 and 542. The Business Session was held at this time. The Convention re-elected Hoyt Cagle as Chairman, elected Kenneth DeLong as Vice Chairman and Hazel Cagle as Secretary. Ebenezer Church called for and was granted this Convention for next year to be held on August 28 and 29, 1976. Officers appointed Elmer Johnson, Kim Cagle and Jack Corley as Arranging Committee. Business Session closed. Kenneth DeLong led No. 177. Others who led: Elmer Johnson 123-T, 135; E. C. Bowen 392, 530; Rebecca Paulk 401, 331; Cindy Ruble 354, 45-T; Janice Paulk 120, 154; Oscar ray 172, 360; Louella Warren 77-T, 163; Jack Corley 332, 300; Preston Warren 74-B, 70-T.

Recess

By request the Chairman called the Convention to order with Nos. 399-B and 325. Other leaders: Loy Garrison 566, 462; Velma Johnson 565, 460; Elder A. W. Morris 170, 384; Horace DeLong 434, 192; Leola Wright 126, 159; Doris DeLong 57, 403; Hazel Cagle 436, 301. Chairman asked all visitors to spend the night and join us again at 10:00 o'clock on Sunday morning. Chairman sang No. 78. Elder A. W. Morris dismissed with prayer.

UNION MUSICAL SACRED HARP SINGING CONVENTION
Sunday, August 31, 1975

The Chairman opened the second day of the Convention with No. 27. Prayer by Bro. Clarence DeLong. Chairman led No. 56-T. Vice Chairman Kenneth DeLong led Nos. 103 and 566. Leaders who followed: Matt DeLong 31-B, 48T; Heidi DeLong 496, 317; Rebecca Paulk 331, 401; Rachel Paulk 318, 154; Jack Paulk 569, 73-B; Velma Johnson 378-T, 111-B; Janice Paulk 478, 498; Horace DeLong 68-B, 155; Leola Wright 45-T, 64; Kim Cagle 63, 36-B.

Recess

Vice Chairman Kenneth DeLong called the Convention together with No. 179. Others who led: E. C. Bowen 138-B, 295; Hazel Cagle 217, 298; Mary Lou Cagle 299, 196; Ricky DeLong 108-T, 108-B; Reuben Ball 112, 61; Doyle DeLong 32-T, 30-T; Jack Corley 65, 168; Chris Ball 47-B, 49-B. During the Memorial Lesson Doris sang for Bill Avery and Jack Cagle. He used Nos. 76-B and 403.

Lunch

Convention resumed singing after lunch with Nos. 171 and 283 by the Chairman. Leaders: Loy Garrison 338, 33-B; E. C. Bowen 517, 456; Velma Johnson 490, 482; Heidi DeLong 339, 426-T; Jack Corley 114, 430; Horace DeLong 348, 384; Elmer Johnson 166, 270; Mary Lou Cagle 405, 46; Doyle DeLong 460, 189; Reuben Ball 290, 215; Matt DeLong 457, 318. Donated $18.15 for minutes and flower fund.

Recess

The Convention was called to order by the Chairman with No. 426. Those who followed: Leola Wright 73-T; Doris DeLong 192, 380; Hazel Cagle 202, 337; Chris Ball 445; Loy Garrison 74-B; Elmer Johnson 100; Kim Cagle 441; By Request Hoyt Cagle led No. 153. Chairman led No. 72-T. The Convention was closed with prayer by E. C. Bowen.

Hoyt Cagle, Chairman
Kenneth DeLong, Vice Chairman
Hazel Cagle, Secretary

Source: 1975, One Hundred Seventh Annual Session Of The Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention. Courtesy of Jesse P. Karlsberg.

Note: This copy of this minutes booklet has "No minutes were printed in 1976" hand-written on the cover.

UNION MUSICAL SACRED HARP SINGING CONVENTION
Oak Grove Church

July 30, 31, 1977

Saturday, July 30

The UNION MUSICAL CONVENTION was held at Oak Grove Church on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in July. Hoyt Cagle, acting as Chairman, opened the Convention with No. 37-B. Prayer by O.B. Garrison. Chairman then led No. 31-B. Kim Cagle led Nos. 32-T and 47-T. The Introductory Lesson was led by Elmer Johnson using Nos. 123-T, 48-T, 49-B, 81-T. Hazel Cagle led Nos. 75, 39-B. These leaders were called: Cindy Ruble 63, 318; Edna Phillips 319, 378-T; Cindy Garrison 45-T, 401; O.B. Garrison 348, 65; Patricia Ruble 100; Jeanna Martin 354, 445; Rick DeLong 428, 108-B.

Recess

Chairman called the Convention together with Nos. 186, 171. Others who led: Winona Cagle 285-T, 127; Loy Garrison 314, 283; Merle Bates 339, 341; Cansada Weatherford 404, 102; Ernest Parker 101, 438; Mary Lou Cagle 441, 460; Leola Wright 103, 109; Doris DeLong 544, 57, 192; Christine Garrison 489, 74-B; Junior Ball 104, 112.

Lunch

After lunch the Chairman resumed the Convention with Nos. 168, 542. Convention entered short Business Session. Elected Ernest Parker as Chairman, Doris DeLong as Vice Chairman and Hazel Cagle as Secretary. Officers appointed Loy Garrison and Elmer Johnson as Arranging Committee. They will also serve as Memorial Committee. Business Session postponed until Sunday afternoon. Chairman Parker led Nos. 330, 99. Committee called: Cindy Ruble 137, 294; Rick DeLong 196, 176-B; Christine Garrison 36-B, 78; Cindy Garrison 46, 153; Jack Corley 328, 300; Winona Cagle 28-B, 490; Kim Cagle 155, 373; Cansada Weatherford 499, 498; Junior Ball 569, 290; Leola Wright 565, 275, 454 by request; O.B. Garrison 295, 512.

Recess

No. 72-B by the Chairman called the Convention to order. These followed: Edna Phillips 89, 68-B; Elmer Johnson 335, 135; Jeanna Martin 457, 566; Merle Bates 331, 136; Patricia Ruble 154; Doris DeLong, 380, 381, 420; Hoyt Cagle 425, 399-B; Loy Garrison 410-T, 378-B. Chairman asked that everyone meet back on Sunday at 10:00 o'clock. Chairman led No 159. O.B. Garrison dismissed the Convention with prayer.

UNION MUSICAL SACRED HARP SINGING CONVENTION
Sunday, July 31

The Chairman began the second day of the Convention with Nos. 32-T, 40. Prayer by Elder Roy Davis. Vice Chairman Doris DeLong led Nos. 76-B, 343. Leaders called: Cindy Garrison 410-T, 523; Jeanna Martin 445, 313; Winona Cagle 45-T, 147-T; Rick DeLong 176-B, 102; Dollie Hudgins 61, 108-T; Kim Cagle 186, 460; Cansada Weatherford 567, 496; Elder Roy Davis 348, 77-T; Edna Phillips 63, 143; O.B. Garrison 128, 73-T.

Recess

Chairman began after recess with Nos. 48-T, 59. Others who were called: Merle Bates 334, 358; Bobby Cagle 566, 283; Mary Lou Cagle 200, 498; Jr. Ball 318, 340; Christine Garrison 30-B, 31-T; Jack Corley 110, 430; Leola Wright 129, 327; During the Memorial Lesson that followed, Anna Gunter led Nos. 114 and 159 in memory of Hattie Threatt, her grandmother.

Lunch

Convention resumed singing after lunch with the Vice Chairman using Nos. 293, 544. Others who followed: Elmer Johnson 270, 166; Hazel Cagle 269, 434; Arville Weaver 138-B, 482; Anna Gunter 212, 98; Hoyt Cagle 302, 383; Elder A.W. Morris 384, 436; Loy Garrison 208, 161; Cindy Garrison 480; Jeanna Martin 457, 46; Winona Cagle 565, 28-B; Rick DeLong 222, 108B; Dollie Hudgins 82-T. 373; Junior Ball 285-T, 270. Donated for minutes - $32.58.

Recess

No. 146 by the Chairman called the Convention together. On orderly motion the Convention agreed to finish Business Session left open from Saturday. Union Church asked for and was granted this Convention for 1978 on the fifth Sunday and Saturday in July. Business closed. The Convention continued with these leaders: Bobby Cagle 137; Cansada Weatherford 512; Hazel Cagle 369; Mary Lou Cagle 462, 290; Arville Weaver 490; A.W. Morris 316; Kim Cagle 36-B. Announcements. Chairman led No. 207. Convention was closed with prayer by Elder William Cagle.

Ernest Parker, Chairman
Doris DeLong, Vice Chairman
Hazel Cagle, Secretary

Source: 1977, One Hundred Ninth Annual Session Of The Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention. Courtesy of Jesse P. Karlsberg.

UNION MUSICAL SACRED HARP SINGING CONVENTION
Union Church

July 29, 30, 1978

Saturday, July 29

In the absence of the Chairman, Doris DeLong, Vice Chairman opened the One Hundred Tenth Annual Session of the Convention with No. 76-B. Prayer by Bro. Elmer Johnson. Vice Chairman led No. 176-B. Introductory Lesson was led by Kenneth DeLong using Nos. 39-B, 75, 147-B, 179, 108-T, 48-T, 103 and 70-T. Hazel Cagle, Sec. led Nos. 298 and 217. The Committee members led as follows: Elmer Johnson 123-T, 81-T; Loy Garrison 338, 143. Leaders called: Ricky DeLong 56-T, 208; E.C. Bowen 31-B, 426-T; Kim Cagle 32-T; Cindy Garrison 313, 410-T; Cansada Weatherford 312-B, 120.
Recess

The Convention continued after recess with Vice Chairman Doris DeLong using No. 544. Others called: Rachael Paulk 145-T, 204; Rebecca Paulk 388, 153; Jack Hicks 283, 328; Mary Lou Cagle 189, 192; Horace DeLong 316, 318; Velma Johnson 569-B, 512; Hoyt Cagle 498, 542; Mrs. Jack Hicks 490, 342; Janice Paulk 446, 530; Leola Wright 31-T, 35; Jack Paulk 30-B, 147-T.

Lunch

After lunch the Vice Chairman called the Convention together with No. 434. On move and second, the Convention entered Business Session. Convention elected Doris DeLong Chairman, Hoyt Cagle Vice Chairman and Hazel Cagle Secretary. The officers appointed Jack Paulk and Ralph Dangar as Arranging and Memorial Committees. The Business was left open until tomorrow for balance of items. Chairman led No. 293. Called were: Hazel Cagle 436; Sharon Etris 354, 154; Rita Camp 47-B, 341; Edna Phillips 108-B, 109; Cindy Garrison 45, 111-B; Judy Walker 523, 457; Rick DeLong 213, 137; Rachael Paulk 155, 275-B; Rebecca Paulk 331, 401; E.C. Bowen 67; Cansada Weatherford 269, 424; Horace DeLong 340, 460.

Recess

The Chairman began with No. 380 followed by: Jil Walker 59; Kenneth DeLong 534, 317; Velma Johnson 480, 491; Jack Hicks 402, 426; Mrs. Jack Hicks 294, 358; Elmer Johnson 270, 135; Mary Lou Cagle 441, 200; Hoyt Cagle 399-B; Loy Garrison 171, 454; Janice Paulk 478; Leola Wright 329, 400. After the Chairman led No. 138-B the Convention was dismissed with prayer by Bro. Ralph Dangar.

UNION MUSICAL SACRED HARP SINGING CONVENTION
Sunday, July 30,1978

The second day of the Convention was begun by the Chairman Doris DeLong using No. 101-T. Prayer by Elder Edward Cagle. Chairman then led No. 378-T. Committee called: Kenneth DeLong 120, 200; Horace DeLong 348, 384; Cansada Weatherford 499, 513; Velma Johnson 569-B, 490; Kim Cagle 186; Sara Grimes 380, 49-T; Clint Haley 49-B, 63; Steven Cagle 45-T, 100; Rebecca Paulk 153, 388; Elder William Cagle 137, 441; Elder Edward Cagle 109, 143.

Recess

No. 343 by the Chairman called the Convention together. Leaders: Rachael Paulk 145-T, 75; Cindy Garrison 294, 358; Rick DeLong 112, 208; Nathan Cagle 82-T, 108-T; Sharon DeLong 354; Debra DeLong 45-T; Shirley Lewis 460, 192; Jil Walker 59, Donald DeLong 426, 269; Bobby Cagle 78, 386; George Brumbelow 270, 144; Christine Garrison 489, 146. During the Memorial Lesson that followed, Loy Garrison led No. 159 in memory of Floyd Haley. Ralph Dangar led No. 147-T for all the "shut-ins".

Lunch

The Convention resumed after lunch by the Chairman using No. 285-T and 329 in memory of Hattie Threatt. The Business Session was continued from yesterday. Ebenezer Church called for and the Convention granted them the Convention for 1979, to be held on July 28 and 29, 1979. Business closed. Others who led: E.C. Bowen 431, 187; Janice Paulk 477, 446; Hazel Cagle 336, 391; Ray Dangar 341, 452; Judy Walker 162, 438; Rita Camp 46, 47-B; Faye Day 114, 119; Edna Phillips 39-B, 406; Elmer Johnson 77-T, 74-B; Leola Wright 268, 196; Jack Paulk 565, 204, 317. Collected $39.41 for minutes and flowers.

Recess

After recess the Chairman began with No. 392. Committee called: Loy Garrison 566, 65; Mary Lou Cagle 40, 420; Donald DeLong 480, Rachael Paulk 154; Jil Walker 72-B; Rick DeLong 418, 155; Cindy Garrison 318, 339; Rebecca Paulk 331. Announcements. The Convention closed with the Chairman using 48-T. Dismissed by Elder Edward Cagle.

Doris DeLong, Chairman
Hoyt Cagle, Vice Chairman
Hazel Cagle, Secretary

Source: 1978, One Hundred Tenth Annual Session Of The Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention. Courtesy of Jesse P. Karlsberg.

UNION MUSICAL SACRED HARP SINGING CONVENTION
Ebenezer Church, Dunwoody, Ga.
July 28, 29, 1979

Saturday, July 28

The one hundred eleventh session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention was held at Ebenezer Church, Dunwoody, Ga. The Chairman, Doris DeLong, called the Convention together with a few words of welcome followed by No. 101-T. Prayer by Elder A.W. Morris. In the absence of the Arranging Committee, the officers appointed Mrs. Horace DeLong and Mrs. Clarence DeLong. Chairman led No. 544. Rick DeLong was selected to sing the Introductory Lesson using Nos. 32-T, 33-B, 40, 42, 106, 108-B, 138-B, 138-T, 208. Committee called: Patricia Ruble 100, 46; Cindy Ruble 318, 480; David Grant 373, 454; Jack Hicks 314, 426-B; Mrs. Jack Hicks 127,490; J.T. Pruitt 204, 273.

Recess

Chairman resumed singing with No. 43. He was followed by: Anita Wagner 282, 459; Shirley Wagner 328, 213; David Grant 394, 392; Julia McGraw 294, 87; Charlene Wallace 186, 327; Buford McGraw 114, 211; Rebecca Paulk 388, 153; Rachel Paulk 75, 358; Jack Paulk 147-T, 569-B; Elder A.W. Morris 272, 402; Gary Delong 192, 460.

Dismissed for lunch

The Convention was begun after lunch by Chairman using No. 57. Convention held a short Business Session in which the same officers were re-elected for another year. Business was left open until tomorrow afternoon. At that time it will be decided where this Convention will be held in 1980. Chairman led No. 317. Leaders: Cindy Garrison 275-B, 155; Hugh McGraw 324, 102; Loy Garrison 137, 441; Hazel Cagle 434, 291; Hoyt Cagle 500, 542; Kenneth DeLong 365, 543; Matt DeLong 332, 340; Jack Corley 110, 215; E.C. Bowen 517, 532; Leola Wright 31-T, 47-T; Horace DeLong 103, 384; Janice Paulk 478, 446; Cansada Weatherford 39-B, 523; Daniel Hudson 168, 285-T; Edna Phillips 36-B, 37-B; Dollie Hudgins 82-T, 108-T; Collected $22.20 for minutes and flowers. Elder Shirley Kelley 35, 319; Rick DeLong 383. Announcements. Chairman led No. 45-T. Dismissed by Elder A.W. Morris.

Sunday July 29

The Chairman, Doris Delong began the second day of the Convention with No. 59, Prayer was led by Carl Hughes. Vice Chairman Hoyt Cagle led Nos. 37-B and 31-B. Others who led: Gina Martin 45-T, 313; Patricia Ruble 46, 100; Cindy Ruble 108-B; Cindy Garrison 137, 208; Carl Hughes 101-T, 345-T; Matt DeLong 365, 340; Rick DeLong 106, 332; Heidi DeLong 168, 171; Winona Cagle 490, 147-T; Jack Corley 123-B 300; J.L. Edge 40, 217; Henry Wilson 477, 512; Daniel Hudson 206, 482.

Recess

Chairman called the Convention together with No. 544. Those called: Elder A.W. Morris 379, 392; Bobby Cagle 99, 441; Hazel Cagle 436, 336; Kenneth DeLong 149, 437; Loy Garrison 535, 566; Mrs. Clint Haley 565, 569; Rita Haley 63, 513; Wesley Haley 269, 273; Clint Haley 49-B 32-T; Janice Paulk led No. 348 in memory of William DeLong.

Dismissed for lunch.

The convention was continued in the afternoon by the Chairman using No. 293. Others who led: Sam Kelley 45-T, 354; Pam Kelley 119, 153; Sissie Kelley 143, 343; Charlotte Kelley 182, 318; Faye Day 339, 186; Rachel Paulk 358, 204; Debbie DeLong 111-B; Joda DeLong & Shane Lewis 339, 153; Shanna DeLong & Shane Lewis 354, 565; Shirley Lewis 212, 460; Mary Lou Cagle 189, 498; Rebecca Paulk 154, 388; Elder Shirley Kelley 47-B, 282.

Recess

Hoyt Cagle resumed the Convention with No. 283. Convention completed the business session left open on Saturday afternoon by granting this Convention to Oak Grove Church to be held on August 30, 31, 1980. On orderly motion the Business Session was closed. Leaders: Violet Thomas 434, 192; Donald DeLong 327, 222; Jack Paulk 73-B, 70-T; Cansada Weatherford 499, 362; Janice Paulk 530, 120; Edna Phillips 39-B, 62; Leola Wright 33-B, 114; Horace DeLong 387, 290; Diane Wall 384, 496; Reuben Ball 112, 73-T; Earlene McGraw Baker 169, 218. Announcements. Chairman and Vice Chairman led No. 69-T. The Convention was closed with prayer by Elder Shirley Kelley.

Doris DeLong, Chairman
Hoyt Cagle, Vice Chairman
Hazel Cagle, Secretary

Source: 1979, One Hundred Eleventh Annual Session Of The Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention. Courtesy of Jesse P. Karlsberg.

UNION MUSICAL SACRED HARP SINGING CONVENTION
Oak Grove Church - Alpharetta, Ga.
August 30, 31, 1980

Saturday, August 30

The one hundred twelfth session was opened with a few words of welcome by the Vice Chairman Hoyt Cagle. The Chairman, Doris DeLong was absent due to illness. The Vice Chairman began with Nos. 27 & 85 with prayer by Elder William Cagle. Vice Chairman then led No. 81. The Introductory Lesson was led by Loy Garrison. He led the following songs: 74, 77, 462, 482, and 480. Sec. Hazel Cagle led Nos. 222 and 297. Those who followed were: Mary Lou Cagle 189, 200; Gina Martin 354, 445; Cindy Ruble 155, 340; Matt DeLong 460, 384; Patricia Ruble 46, 358; Rick DeLong 193, 79; Bobby Cagle 78, 99.

Recess

Vice Chairman called the Convention together with No. 171. Leaders: Ernest Parker 36-B, 40; Elder William Cagle 569, 499; Henry Kerr 426-T, 134; Leola Wright 33-B, 39-B; Preston Warren 39-T, 197; E.C. Bowen 530, 534; Kim Cagle 373, 186; Horace Batchelor 166, 145-T; O.B. Garrison 544, 343; I.V. McWhorter 74, 67; Daniel Hudson 168, 206; Charlene Wallace 170,187.

Dismissed for lunch.

After lunch Hoyt Cagle resumed the Convention with Nos. 137 and 441. The Convention held a Business Session during which Hoyt Cagle was elected Chairman, Kim Cagle Vice Chairman, and Hazel Cagle Secretary. Mary Lou Cagle and Mrs. Clarence DeLong as Arranging Committee. Business Session was left open until Sunday afternoon. Others who led: Janice Paulk 295, 532; Elmer Johnson 123-T, 135; Rachel Paulk 318, 204; Diane Wall 192, 203; Jack Paulk 73-B, 147-T; Velma Johnson 565, 378; Kenneth DeLong 151, 217; Cansada Weatherford 523, 300; Reuben Ball 392, 112; Rebecca Paulk 153, 154; Jack Corley 110, 328.

Recess

No. 176-B by Kim Cagle called the Convention together. Others called: Doris Haley 313, 32-T; Winona Cagle 30-B, 490; Clint Haley 63, 513; Horace Batchelor 72-T; I.V. McWhorter 159; E.C. Bowen 45-T; Preston Warren 74-B; Henry Kerr 422; Janice Paulk 70. Announcements. Chairman led No. 47-T. Closing prayer by Daniel Hudson.

Sunday, August 31

The Sunday session of the Convention was begun by the Chairman using Nos. 31-B and 37-B. Opening prayer by Elder Roy Davis. Vice Chairman Kim Cagle led Nos. 63 and 155. Sec. Hazel Cagle led Nos. 436, 434 followed by Mary Lou Cagle 182, 383; E.C. Bowen 517, 527; Bobby Cagle 388, 386; Elmer Johnson 270, 335; Matt DeLong 498, 340; Leola Wright 316, 114; Velma Johnson 569; O.B. Garrison 58, 73-T; Elder William Cagle 512, 137; Loy Garrison 566, 28-B.

Recess

The Chairman called the Convention together with No. 456. Others who led: Rick DeLong 220, 405; Horace Batchelor 97, 132; J.L. Edge 29-T, 101-B; Carl Hughes 101-T, 216; I.V. McWhorter 84, 349; Veda Touchstone 280, 477; Henry Wilson 499, 435; Reuben Ball 318, 283. No deceased members were reported to the Memorial Committee. Daniel Hudson was requested to lead two songs for the sick, shut-ins and all others not able to attend. After a few words, he used Nos. 159 and 482.

Dismissed for lunch.

The Vice Chairman began the afternoon of singing with Nos. 99, 371. During the Business Session that followed, Ebenezer Church called for and the Convention granted them this Convention for next year, to be held on August 29, 30, 1981. Business Session closed. Leaders: Doris DeLong 390, 293; Dollie Hudgins 373,343; Kenneth DeLong 103, 365; Cansada Weatherford 149, 362; Elder Roy Davis 348, 425; Winona Cagle 45-T, Edna Phillips 129, 75; E.C. Bowen 329, 409; Veda Touchstone 452, I.V. McWhorter 146; Horace Batchelor 105, 154.

Recess

After recess the Chairman called the Convention to order with No. 542. Others called: Henry Wilson 176-B, 166; Leola Wright 290, 196; J.L. Edge 404; Hazel Cagle 269; Carl Hughes 385-B, 213; Doris DeLong 544; Rick DeLong 402. Announcements. Officers led No. 62. Convention was closed with prayer by Elder Charles Cagle.

Hoyt Cagle, Chairman
Kim Cagle, Vice Chairman
Hazel Cagle, Secretary

Source: 1980, One Hundred Twelfth Annual Session Of The Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention. Courtesy of Jesse P. Karlsberg.

UNION MUSICAL SACRED HARP SINGING CONVENTION
Ebenezer Church, Dunwoody, Ga.
August 29, 30, 1981

Saturday, August 29

The 113th session of this Convention was begun by Chairman Hoyt Cagle leading songs on pages 27 and 32-T. The morning prayer was led by Elder A.W. Morris. The Chairman led Page No. 171. Richard DeLong conducted the Introductory Lesson using songs on pages 29-T, 30-T, 345-T, 345-B, 137, 136, 138-B, 189 and 431. Kim Cagle, Vice Chairman, led Nos. 460 and 186. Secretary Hazel Cagle led Nos. 436 and 269. The following leaders were called: Mary Lou Cagle 456, 513; Matt DeLong 268, 365; Cindy Ruble 480, 108-T; Gina Martin 294, 445; Rebecca Paulk 358, 388; Patricia Ruble 46, 108-B; Rachel Paulk 145-T, 204.

Recess

After recess the Chairman called the class together with No. 74-B. Those who followed were: Doris DeLong 544, 392; Elder A.W. Morris 316, 383; Leola Wright 114, 77-T; E.C. Bowen 348, 295; Janice Hopper 107, 159; Lloyd Redding 47-B, 283; Loy Garrison 83-T, 74-B; Dula Webb 63, 465; Jesse Mack Roberts 236, 196; William Hendricks 112, 215.

Lunch

The Chairman called the Convention together with Nos. 81 and 542. On orderly motion the Convention held a short Business Session. The following officers were elected and Committees appointed: Kim Cagle, Chairman; Richard DeLong, Vice Chairman and Hazel Cagle, Secretary. Arranging Committee: Mary Lou Cagle and Mrs. Clarence DeLong. This committee will also serve as Memorial Committee. Chairman led No. 155. E.G. Akin 29-T, 441; Jack Corley 110, 328; I.V. McWhorter 67, 317; Clewis Harden 405, 314; O.B. Garrison 179, 499; Hayward Ross 48-T, 61, 34; Johnny Cagle 147-T, 28-B; Horace Batchelor 324, 105; Janice Paulk 437, 361; Henry Wilson 176-B, 512.

Recess

The Convention resumed with the Chairman leading song on page 36-B. Others called were: Horace DeLong 318, 384, 340; Elmer Johnson 123-T, 135; Daniel Hudson 343, 482; Kenneth DeLong 276, 70-T; Faye Day 323-B, 490; Jesse Mack Roberts 434. Chairman led No. 99. Convention was dismissed with prayer by Daniel Hudson

Sunday, August 30

On Sunday morning the Convention was called to order by Kim Cagle leading songs on pages 39-B, 373, and 32-T. Clarence DeLong led the opening prayer. Richard DeLong then led songs on pages 59 and 177. Those who followed: Hazel Cagle 75, 207; Loy Garrison 566, 498; Matt DeLong 1451, 345-T; Cindy Ruble 340, 155; Daniel Hudson 168, 285-T; Horace DeLong 565, 192; Hoyt Cagle 182.

Recess

The Convention reassembled with Kim Cagle leading song on page 176-B. Leaders were: E.C. Bowen 517, 532; William Hedrick 215, 217; Leola Wright 196, 203; Elder A.W. Morris 197, 402; Elmer Johnson 270, 77; Diane Wall 299, 318; Heyward Ross 147-T, 144; Elder William Cagle 435, 420; Horace Batchelor 149, 390; Doris DeLong 434; Bobby Cagle 78, 283.

Recess

The singing continued with Richard DeLong leadig song on page 80-B, followed by: J.L. Edge 41, 40; I.V. McWhorter 84, 137; George Brumbelow 335, 108-T; Janice Hopper 479, 47-B; Faye Day 46, 480. A Memorial Lesson was held at this time. Carl Hughes led No. 269 in memory of Ivey Ross and No. 337 in memory of Millard McWhorter. Loy Garrison led No. 452 in memory of Edna Phillips and No. 378 in memory of Eula Adams. End of Memorial Lesson. Velma Johnson led No. 499 for William DeLong and Hoyt Cagle led No. 325 for all the shut-ins.

Lunch

Richard DeLong began the afternoon of singing by using songs on pages 332 and 302. Morris Lawson led Nos. 68 and 490. At this time the Convention continued the Business Session which was left open on Saturday. Oak Grove Church called for this convention for next year. Their request was granted. It will be held on August 28 and 29, 1982. Business closed. Kim Cagle led No. 47-T. Committee called: Patricia Ruble 294, 153; Henry Wilson 477, 406; Herman Wilkinson 143, 136; Gary DeLong 204, 327; Charlene Wallace 186, 365; O.B. Garrison 37-B, 45-T; Carolyn Lawson 159, 235; Matt and Richard DeLong 236; Carl Hughes 101-T.

Recess

The Convention was called to order by Kim Cagle leading song on page 371. Leaders called: Kenneth DeLong 334, 358; Violet Thomason 170, 189; Carol Hansen 36-B, 222; Sandra Wilkinson 300, 388; Velma Johnson 65, 569; Jesse Mack Roberts 220, 328; Tommy Hansen 61, 387; Barry Wilkinson 101-B; Elder A.W. Morris 304. Announcements. Chairman and Vice Chairman led No. 441. Convention closed with prayer by Marty Smith.

Kim Cagle, Chairman
Richard DeLong, Vice Chairman
Hazel Cagle, Secretary

Source: 1981, One Hundred Thirteenth Annual Session Of The Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention. Courtesy of Jesse P. Karlsberg.

UNION MUSICAL SACRED HARP SINGING CONVENTION
Oak Grove Church - Alpharetta, Ga.
August 28, 29, 1982

Saturday, August 28

The 114th session was begun by the Chairman, Kim Cagle, using songs on pages 63, 155 and 99. Elder Charles Cagle led the opening prayer. The Introductory Lession was led by E.C. Bowen using Nos. 36-B, 32-T and 517. Vice Chairman Richard DeLong led Nos. 76-B and 385-B. Sec. Hazel Cagle led Nos. 391 and 456. Committee member Mary Lou Cagle led Nos. 299 and 298. The Chairman then led No. 460 after which the Committee called the following: Cindy Ruble 480, 340; Gina Martin 354, 313; Cindy Garrison 208, 171; Patricia Ruble 108-B. 358; Elmer Johnson 123-T, 77-T; Jack Corley 168, 328; Preston Warren 329, 330-T; Henry Kerr 375, 374.

Recess

The Chairman called the Convention to order with No. 186. Leaders: Horace DeLong 192, 384; Herman Wilkinson 285-T, 235-B; Leola Wright 316, 327; Heyward Ross 48-T, 345-T; Bobby Cagle 78, 204; Phil Summerland 144, 196; Elder William Cagle 569, 499; Everett Denny 489, 405; Daniel Hudson 343, 482; Clewis Hardin 97, 139.

Lunch

After lunch the Chairman called the Convention together with Nos. 176-B and 373. On orderly motion the Convention opened the Business Session. The class elected Richard DeLong as Chairman, Herman Wilkinson as Vice Chairman and Hazel Cagle as Secretary. Herman Wilkinson requested that Ivy Church, Buford, Ga. be allowed to join this Convention. Richard DeLong suggested that the class vote on this request on Sunday afternoon. Kenneth DeLong led Nos. 402 and 283 while the newly elected officers appointed Mary Lou Cagle and Euna DeLong as Arranging and Memorial Committee. Those called were: O. B. Garrison 179, 290; Velma Johnson 288, 49-B; Richard DeLong by request 365, 542; Violet Thomason 318, 189; Loy Garrison 498, 457; Cansada Weatherford 490, 512; Faye Day 75, 74-B; Elder Charles Cagle 61; Christine Garrison 45-T, 491; Hoyt Cagle 67, 146; Janice Hopper 47-B, 159.

Recess

Chairman Richard DeLong resumed the singing with No. 143. Others called: Dollie Hudgins 82-T, 58; Mary Scott 28-T, 155; Everett Denny 40, 100; Henry Kerr 272, 511; Preston Warren 544, 70-T; Heyward Ross 147-T; Phil Summerland 348, 112; Herman Wilkinson 274, 277. Announcements. Chairman and Vice Chairman led No. 69-T. Closing prayer by Daniel Hudson.

Sunday, August 29

The second day of the Convention was begun by Chairman Richard DeLong leading no. 60 followed with prayer by Elder Charles Cagle. Chairman then led No. 176-T. Committee called: Kenneth DeLong 179, 409; B. M. Smith 490, 569; Gina Martin 566, 445; Jack Hicks 47-T, 426; J. L. Edge 46, 101-B; Carl Hughes 101-T, 498; Leola Wright 94, 400; Viola Hicks 28-B, 127 Hazel Cagle 546, 543; W. L. Ray 61, 270; Hugh McGraw 271-T, 185; E. C. Bowen 530, 532.

Recess

The Convention was brought to order by the Vice Chairman leading No. 32-T. Leaders: Charlene Wallace 155, 171; Tammy McGraw 89, 268; Lonnie Rogers 75, 318; Clewis Hardin 436, 81; Henry Slack 181, 535; Kim Cagle 371, 122. During the Memorial Lesson that followed, the Committee submitted the following: "We, your Memorial Committee, recommend that we pay tribute at this time to our loved ones who sang the Sacred Harp songs, who supported our singings so faithfully and who have passed away since our last Convention. We recommend that we also remember our shut-ins, for there will come a time in all our lives when we cannot be there because of age and/or illness. We miss our faithful ones and wish them well in days to come." Hoyt Cagle led No. 490 for Hazel Nix and 403 for Buford McGraw; Richard DeLong led No. 114 for Pearl Corley and 102 for Buford McGraw. Daniel Hudson led No. 159 for all the shut-ins and then led No. 482.

Lunch

The Convention continued with the Chairman leading Nos. 133 and 389. At this time the business was continued from Saturday afternoon. The Convention voted and accepted Ivy Church as a member of the Union Musical Convention. Ebenezer Church called for and was granted this Convention for 1983 to be held on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in July. Business closed. Richard DeLong led No. 392 for Doris and Winnie DeLong followed by: Loy Garrison 83-T, 200; Bobby Cagle 43; Elmer Johnson 135, 166; Elder William Cagle 137; Horace DeLong 434, 387; Jack Corley 144, 110; Cansada Weatherford 523, 513; Janice Hopper 107. 300; Velma Johnson 147-T, 146; O. B. Garrison 65, 45; Phil Summerland 460, 373; Dollie Hudgins 340, 343.

Recess

After recess the Chairman called the Convention together with No. 76-B. Others called: Faye Day 119, 186; Hoyt Cagle 383; E.C. Bowen 534; Jack Hicks 109; Charlene Wallace 105; Cindy Garrison 170, 294; Tammy McGraw 345-T; Mr. Kendricks 72-B, 161; Viola Hicks 235; M. L. Ray 168; Janice Hopper 47-B; Hazel Cagle 196; Richard DeLong 442. Announcements. Chairman and Vice Chairman led No. 62. Convention was closed with prayer by Carl Hughes.

Richard DeLong, Chairman
Herman Wilkinson, Vice Chairman
Hazel Cagle, Secretary

Source: 1982, One Hundred Fourteenth Annual Session Of The Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention. Courtesy of Jesse P. Karlsberg.

UNION MUSICAL SACRED HARP SINGING CONVENTION
EBENEZER CHURCH, DUNWOODY, GA.
July 30, 31, 1983

Saturday, July 30

The 115th session was begun by the Chairman, Richard DeLong, leading songs on pages 36-B, 59, 60. The morning prayer was led by E. C. Bowen. The introductory lesson was led by Phil Summerlin using songs on pages 30-T, 33-B, and 73-B. Vice Chairman Herman Wilkinson, led pages 99 and 104. The Committee called the following: Elmer Johnson 135, 270; Cindy Garrison 155, 208; Daniel Hudson 343-B, 285-T; Loy Garrison 441, 200; William Edwards III 28-B, 32-T, 63, 83-T; Matthew DeLong 345-T, 340; Rebecca Paulk 358; Velma Johnson 569-B, 499-B; Rachel Paulk 45-T, 460.

Recess

The Convention resumed singing with Richard DeLong leading song on page 289. Leaders: Doris DeLong 392, 192, 490; E. C. Bowen 409, 517; Tara Hedrick 72-B, 317; Leola Wright 196, 114; Jack Corley 168, 328; William Hedrick 384, 215; Clewis Hardin 318, 37-B; B. M. Smith 47-B, 147-T.

Dismissed for lunch.

The afternoon session continued with Richard DeLong leading songs on pages 276 and 399-B. He was followed by Charlene Wallace leading page 217. A business session was held at this time in which the Convention elected the following officers: Chairman, Richard DeLong; Vice Chairman, Herman Wilkinson; Secretary, Hazel Cagle. In the absence of the secretary, Gertrude DeLong was appointed to take the minutes for the day. Mary Lou Cagle and Dorothy Garrison was appointed as Arranging Committee and Memorial Committee. The business session was held open for the balance of the business to be conducted on Sunday afternoon. The Convention continued with these leaders: Carlene Griffin 40, 171; Shelbie Sheppard 299, 220; Delores McGraw 30-B, 56-T; David Grant 311, 422; Mary Scott 479, 128; Faye Day Pettis 480, 513; Jeff Sheppard 57, 78; Hoyt Cagle 268; Janice Paulk 446, 478; Horace DeLong 348, 434; Kenneth DeLong 314, 403.

Recess

Herman Wilkinson called the Convention together with page 329. Others who led: Violet Thomason 189, 170, 143; Rachel Paulk 204, 275-B; Cindy Garrison 294, 330-T; Matthew DeLong 112, 365; Tara Hedrick 34-T, 341; Elder Shirley Kelley 282, 45-T; Richard DeLong and Matthew DeLong 371, 222; Chairman and Vice Chairman led page 69-T. Closing prayer by Clarence DeLong.

Sunday, July 31

The Convention was called together by Richard DeLong leading page 87. Prayer by Clarence DeLong. The Chairman Richard DeLong, then led page 112. Those called: Matthew DeLong 137, 318; Rachel Paulk 460, 204; Kim Cagle 441, 371; Clewis Hardin 405, 430; Doris DeLong 544, 380; Leola Wright 47-T, 43; B. M. Smith 182, 208; Elmer Johnson 123-T, 77-T; Carl Hughes 379, 213; Elder William Cagle 569-B, 98; E. C. Bowen 532, 527; Bobby Cagle 7 8, 99; Christine Garrison 490, 491.

Recess

The Convention was called together by Richard DeLong leading page 399-B followed by: Delores McGraw 383, 404; Charlene Wallace 300, 302; David Grant 507, 543; Louise Buchanan 63; Johnny Cagle 283, 282; Jeff Sheppard 121, 145-B; Henry Wilson 417, 499; Lonnie Rogers 101-T, 345-T. During the Memorial Lesson, Daniel Hudson led pages 285-T and 482 for Charlie Cagle, Mozelle Wilson and Winnie DeLong.

Dismissed for lunch.. Others who led: Horace DeLong 384, 436; Byron House 271-B, 545; Faye Pettis 186, 46; Cindy Garrison 498, 512; Shelbie Sheppard 183, 110; Hazel Cagle 434, 305; Hugh McGraw 151, 142; Reuben Ball 205, 217; Cansada Weatherford 566, 159. During the remainder of the business session the Convention granted Oak Grove Church, Alpharetta, Ga. this Convention for next year, to be held on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in July 1984. On orderly motion business session was closed. Richard DeLong led page 189. Clint Haley 31-T, 513; Robert Kendrick 59, 378.

Recess

After recess Richard DeLong resumed the singing with page 30-T. Called were: Kenneth DeLong 291, 369, 70-T; Loy Garrison 462, 74; Gary DeLong 327, 164; Phil Summerlin 401, 495; Janice Paulk 386, 274-B; Violet Thomason 218, 153; Hoyt Cagle 542; Matthew DeLong 289. Announcements. As the closing song Richard DeLong led page 62. The Convention was closed with prayer by Carl Hughes.

Richard DeLong, Chairman
Herman Wilkinson, Vice Chairman
Gertrude DeLong and
Hazel Cagle, Secretaries

Source: 1983, One Hundred Fifteenth Annual Session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention. Courtesy of Jesse P. Karlsberg.

UNION MUSICAL CONVENTION

Oak Grove Church, Alpharetta, Georgia

July 28, 29, 1984

The one hundred-sixteenth session of the Union Musical Convention was called to order on Saturday by the Chairman, Richard DeLong, leading songs on pages 76b and 60. Clarence DeLong led the morning prayer. The chairman then led songs on page 57. Hazel Cagle then led songs on pages 317 and 56b. The introductory lesson was led by Matthew DeLong leading songs on pages 30, 56, 87, 420 and 418. Elmer Johnson was appointed to serve on the Arranging Committee with Dorothy Garrison. Elmer Johnson led songs on pages 123 and 270. Leaders called: Cindy Garrison, 294, 480; Hugh McGraw, 178, 210; Velma Johnson, 569b, 565; Hoyt Cagle, 318, 171; Cansada Weatherford, 489, 512; Kenneth DeLong, 279, 292; Phil Summerlin, 32, 172.

Recess.

Richard DeLong called the convention together leading songs on pages 80b. Leaders: Leola Wright, 316, 114; Doris DeLong, 192, 544; Faye Pettis, 137, 457; B. F. Pettis, 100, 101; Kim Cagle, 460, 441; Shelbie Sheppard, 332, 186; Bobby Cagle, 46, 43; Delores McGraw, 47, 398; Horace DeLong, 384, 434; Helen Bryson, 215, 358.

Dismissed for lunch.

The afternoon session continued with the chairman leading song on page 459. The convention held a business session in which the following officers were elected: Chairman, Richard DeLong; Vice Chairman, Matthew DeLong; Secretary, Hazel Cagle; Arranging Committee and Memorial Committee, Dorothy Garrison, Euna DeLong and Gertie DeLong. The business session will be continued on Sunday afternoon. Leaders: Clewis Hardin, 37, 70; Loy Garrison, 82, 566; Ralph Parker, 452, 47b; Daniel Hudson, 285, 343; Ruby Clayton, 45; Jack Corley, 300, 168; Jeff Sheppard, 182, 189; Winona Cagle, 490, 499; Henry Wilson, 118, 417; Elder William Cagle, 98; Dollie Hudgins, 61, 373; William Headrick, 216, 217; Eva Reeves, 119, 127.

Recess.

The convention resumed with Richard DeLong leading song on page 542. Leaders: Cathy Corley and Richard DeLong, 63; Hugh McGraw, 165; Jeff Sheppard, 185; Henry Wilson, 202; Shelbie Sheppard, 110; Delores McGraw, 163; Phil Summerlin, 203; Clewis Hardin, 385; Helen Bryson, 196. Chairman and Vice Chairman led song on page 69. The convention was dismissed with prayer by Clarence DeLong.

Sunday, July 29

On Sunday morning the convention was called to order by Matthew DeLong leading songs on pages 111 and 235. The morning prayer was led by Clarence DeLong. Leaders called were: Cheron Orth, 268, 300; Carl Hughes, 216, 217; Cindy Garrison, 155, 498; H. L. Weaver, 36, 159; Eula Johnson 298, 318; B. M. Smith, 182, 384; Margie Smith, 108, 566; Kelly Smith, 200 400; Gertrude Bateman, 480; Kenneth Smith, 38b, 39b; I. V. McWhorter, 349, 405; Horace Batchelor, 97, 154.

Recess.

Matthew DeLong called the convention together with song on page 426. Leaders: Ed Smith, 100, 101; Jean Smith, 111b, 31; Harry Dumas, 327, 479; Susan Smith, 186, 348; Jim Herr, 48, 383; Clara Herr, 126, 127; Raymond Hamrick, 77, 369; Mildred Dumas, 81, 373; Debra Langley, 454, 282; Millard Ray, 168, 145; Geneva Prichard, 430, 428.

Dismissed for lunch.

The convention was brought to order by Richard DeLong leading songs on pages 532 and 517. The business session continued from Satururday afternoon. Ebenezer Church, Dunwoody, Georgia asked for and was granted the convention for next year to be held on September 28, 29, 1985. Business closed. Leaders: Charlene Wallace, 189, 218; B. F. Pettis, 112, 108b. A memorial lesson was held with Horace DeLong leading song on page 114 in memory of Johnnie Mae Threatt Harmon. Hoyt Cagle led 411 for all the sick and shut-ins. Others who led: O. B. Garrison, 65, 75; Mary Scott, 569b, 40; Louise Buchanan, 63, 47b; Myron House, 210, 70; Phil Summerlin, 314, 47; Emmie Lou Calhoun, 128, 162; Hugh McGraw, 410; Kelly Smith, 222.

Recess.

The singing continued with Matthew DeLong leading song on page 424. Leaders: Delores McGraw, 408; Shelbie Sheppard, 528; Henry Wilson, 398; Jeff Sheppard, 276; Clewis Hardin, 436; Faye Pettis, 236; William Hedrick, 143; Leola Wright, 73; Kenneth DeLong, 530; Robert Kendrick, 378; Hazel Cagle, 269; Cansada Weatherford, 513; Elder Shirley Kelley, 45; Kim Cagle, 32; Loy Garrison, 74; Daniel Hudson, 482. After announcements, Chairman and Vice Chairman led song on page 62. Carl Hughes dismissed with prayer.

Richard DeLong, Chairman; Matthew DeLong, Vice Chairman; Hazel Cagle, Secretary.

Source: Directory and Minutes of Annual Sacred Harp Singings. Courtesy of the Sacred Harp Museum.

UNION MUSICAL CONVENTION

Ebenezer Church, Dunwoody , Georgia

September 28,29, 1985

The one hundred and seventeenth session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Convention was opened with Chairman, Richard DeLong leading songs on pages 57 and 60. Prayer was led by William Headrick. Vice Chairman, Matthew DeLong led 61 and 74.The introductory lesson was led by Hoyt Cagle leading songs on pages 31b and 37b. Leaders: T. H. Ross. 40, 48; Shelbie Sheppard, 277, 28b; Clewis Hardin, 81, 420; Delores McGraw, 56, 79; William Headrick, 496, 208; Helen Bryson, 299, 566; Jeff Sheppard, 378, 388; Lesslie Cates, 499, 78; Phillip Langley, 45, 163; Jennie Wootten, 406, 410; Jack Corley, 121,300.

RECESS.

Richard DeLong called the class together leading song on page 30. Leaders: E. C. Bowen, 348, 471b; O. B. Garrison, 441 482; Leola Wright, 137,196; Loy Garrison, 143, 171; Kenneth DeLong, 380, 365; Janice Paulk, 295,396; B. M. Smith, 298, 384; Geneva Prichard, 193,98; Doris DeLong, 544, 392.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH.

The afternoon session resumed with Richard DeLong leading song on page 152. A motion was made and duly seconded to go into the business session. Officers elected or appointed were: Chairman, Matthew DeLong; Vice Chairman, Kimzy Cagle; Secretary, Hazel Cagle; Arranging Committee, Richard DeLong and Kenneth DeLong; Memorial Committee, Mary Lou Cagle and Gertrude DeLong. Leaders: Debra Langley, 401, 273; Amanda Mitchell, 77,183; Bonnie Flowers, 369, 291; Charlene Wallace, 99,101; Dollie Hudgins, 343,375; Martha Ann Stegar, 59, 63; Margie Smith, 108,405; Elder Jim Herr, 282, 182; Kim Cagle, 460, 371; Elmer Johnson, (class sang Happy Birthday) 123, 135; Jesse Mack Roberts, 236, 36; Jerry Hunt, Jr, 40, 480.

RECESS.

The convention was called to order by Matt DeLong leading song on page 141. Leaders: Vaudie Sherer, 358; Mary Latiner, 454, 285; Velma Johnson, 147, 565; Shelbie Sheppard, 528; Lessie Cates, 314; Geneva Prichard, 532; Elder Jim Herr, 383; Matt DeLong led song on page 97. The class was dismissed with prayer by Clarence DeLong.

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 29

The convention was called to order by Matthew DeLong leading songs on pages 176b and 104. Prayer was led by E. C. Bowen. Kimzy Cagle then led 32 and 36. Leaders were called: Hoyt Cagle, 411; Loy Garrison,83,498; Lessie Cates, 428, 155; Kenneth DeLong, 171, 316; Delores McGraw, 138, 425; Clewis Hardin, 448, 448b; O. B. Garrison, 82, 129; E. C. Bowen, 517,478; Carl Hughes, 441.

RECESS.

The class resumed singing with Kim Cagle leading song on page 137. Leaders were: Myron House, 131, 102; Margie Smith, 566, 569b; Jeff Sheppard, 171b, 67; Phil Summerlin, 30, 235. Hugh McGraw, 154,54; T. H. Ross, 47b,34; Horace Delong, 340, 384.

RECESS.

Matt DeLong called the class together leading song on page 398 , followed by Jack Corley, 318, 328; Noel Phillips, (class sang Happy Birthday) 482, 46; Phillip Langley, 480,85: Shane Ellis, 112, 354; Rachel Paulk, 145, 204; Emily Calhoun ,128, 457; Doris DeLong, 192, 392. A memorial lesson was held: We, your memorial committee would like to pause and remember those, who in the past, came to sing with us, rejoice with us when we were happy, who wept with us when we sorrowed, who came from near and far to support our singings. Those whom God has called to rest since our last session are: Elder A.W. Morris, Sue McCue Ivy and Jesse Roberts. Kenneth DeLong led 455 for Bro Roberts, Hoyt Cagle, 418 for Bro. Morris and 68 for sister lvy. For the shut-ins: Mae DeLong, Att Huff, Jim and Lillie Belle Ayers, Lloyd Redding, Mr and Mrs. J. L. Edge, Jerry Johnson, Woodrow and Ellavee Mann. William Headrick led a song for them.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH

The afternoon session resumed with Matt DeLong leading a song. Richard DeLong led 287 and 198. On moved and seconded the convention granted the request for the next session of this convention to be held at Oak Grove Church, Alpheretta, Georgia on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in August 1986. Business closed. Leaders were called: Amanda Mitchell, 196,300; Raymond Hamrick, 369, 486; Charlene Wallace,210,180; Bonnie Flowers, 84, 327; Geneva Prichard, 222, 184; Shelbie Sheppard, 553, 518; Debra Langley, 203,349; Kathy Phillips, 282, 507; Nick Griffin, 164,551; B. M Smith, 280,225.

RECESS.

Kim Cagle called the class together leading song on page 186. Leaders called were: Gertrude Bateman, 81, 454; Jr. Ball, 124, 290; Revy Williamson, 212, 371; Leola Wright, 268, 114; Ron Crocker, 39b, 77; Eva Reeves. 119, 294; Diane Wall, 452, 283; Shirley Ellis, 189, 460; Janice Paulk,446,358; Jesse Mack Roberts, 269; Hermon Wilkinson, 215; Matt DeLong and Kim Cagle led song on page 76b as the closing song. The convention was dismissd with prayer by Carl Hughes.

Chairman, Matt DeLong; Vice Chairman, Kim Cagle; Secretary, Hazel Cagle.

Source: Directory and Minutes of Annual Sacred Harp Singings. Courtesy of the Sacred Harp Museum.

UNION MUSICAL CONVENTION

Oak Grove Church, Near Alpharetta, Georgia

August 30, 31, 1986

The one hundred and eighteenth session of the convention was called to order by the Chairman, Matt DeLong leading songs on pages 418, 386, and 37b. The morning prayer was led by E. C. Bowen. Kim Cagle led 137 and 222. Kenneth DeLong led the introductory lesson using song on pages 34, 171, 34, 147b, 329, and 217. Leaders called: Daniel Hudson, 512, 482; Cindy Garrison, 294, 480; Loy Garrison, 500, 99; E. C. Bowen, 318, 517; Christine Garrison, 489, 569b; Don Bowen, 167, 52; Hoyt Cagle.

Recess.

The convention was called together by Matt DeLong leading song on page 175. Leaders: Cansada Weatherford, 565, 566; Carl Hughes, 495; Leola Wright, 89, 109; Christy Alexander, 300, 337; Jack Corley, 168, 110; Don Clark, 170, 151; Bobby Cagle, 78, 43; Estelle Flowers, 406, 378; Margie Smith, 120, 119; Martha Ann Stegar, 312b, 275; Eva Reeves,339, 319; Horace Delong, 434, 384.

Dismissed for lunch.

The convention continued after lunch with Matt DeLong leading song on page 454. Leaders: Hannah Roberts, 153, 358. The class held it business session in which all officers were re-elected: Chairman, Matt DeLong; Vice Chairman, Kim Cagle; Secretary, Hazel Cagle; Arranging Committee, Richard DeLong and Kenneth DeLong; Memorial Committee, Mary Lou Cagle and Gertrude DeLong; Finance and Locating Committee, Loy Garrison and Jesse Roberts. Matt DeLong then led song on page 283. Leaders: Hugh McGraw, 473, 472; Helen Bryson, 551, 215; Lane Weaver, 179, 129; Jesse Roberts, 302, 448; B. M. Smith, 272, 298; Bonnie Flowers, 28b,507; Charlene Wallace, 428, 455; Dollie Hudgins, 373, 343; Susan Roberts, 84, 115; Richard DeLong, 532, 149.

Recess.

Kim Cagle called the class together leading song on page 460. Leaders: Velma Johnson, 441, 235; Shirley Wagner, 277, 360; Elder Charles Cagle, 123; Everett Denney, 285, 108; Kevin Webb, 274, 159; Winona Cagle, 490, 72b; Richard DeLong, 75; Matt DeLong led 45 for the closing song, and E. C. Bowen dismissed with Prayer.

Sunday, August 31

The convention was called to order on Sunday morning by Matt Delong leading songs on pages 97 and 104. Elder Charles Cagle led the morning prayer. Kim Cagle led songs on pages 63 and 155. Leaders: Bobby Cagle, 46, 544; Hoyt Cagle, 542, 411; Elmer Johnson, 77; Daniel Hudson, 205, 206; Christine Garrison, 48, 491; E. C. Bowen, 455; Leola Wright, 36b, 196; Cansada Weatherford, 490, 567; Jr. Cagle, 341; Elder Charles Cagle, 61.

Recess.

Matt DeLong resumed the singing convention leading song on page 213. Leaders: John Merritt, 192, 365; Loy Garrison, 498, 74b: Jack Corley, 123b, 328; Velma Johnson, 569b, 147; Christy Alexander, 58, 288; Cindy Garrison, 282, 143; Lane Weaver, 100, 35.

Recess.

The convention reassembled with Kim Cagle leaing song on page 32. Leaders: Horace DeLong, 204, 348; Carlton Hitchcock, 390, 535. A memorial lesson was held. We light this candle for our good and faithful friends and singers who have passed away since our last session. Their lives were like this candle, shinging bright and warm. There is still a warmth within our hearts, when we remember them, like the warmth this candle leaves when the flames is gone. Daniel Hudson led 482 for O. B. Garrison; Kenneth DeLontg led 33b for Clewis Hardin, J. T. Pruitt and Ila V. Aldridge, 294 for Forrest Merritt. The second candle we light for our sick and shut - ins whose lights are still shinging, however feeble. We remember them with song on page 340 and 28b led by Richard Delong.

Dismissed for lunch.

The afternoon session continued with Matt DeLong leading song on page 424. Leaders: Bonny Flowers, 234, 56b; Raymond Hamrick, 27, 394; Hugh McGraw, 465, 541; Oscar McGuire, 371, 276; Janice Paulk, 618,295; Alice West, 59, 146; Reuben Ball, 318, 290; Charlene Wallace, 136, 218; Carlene Griffin, 306, 383; Gertrude Bateman, 454,81; Richard DeLong, 448, 550.

Recess.

The class was called to order by Kim Cagle leading song on page 176b. Leaders: Jesse Roberts, 327, 269; Frances Carnell, 84, 168; Hannah and Jessica Roberts, 480; Susan Roberts, 300; Anita Garner, 457; Shirley Wagner, 329; Kenneth DeLong,530, 534; Hugh McGraw, 213b; Richard DeLong, 222 and 442. On motion the convention entered a short business session. Heard report from finance committee: $113.25 was collected to be used for minutes, expeses and flowers: Locating Committee reported the the convention would be held at Ebenezer Church, Dunwoody, Georgia on the fifth Sunday and Saturday in August 1987. This convention gave sanction to the organization of a singing to be held on the second Sunday in February 1987 near Smyrna, Georgia, Just off U.S. 41. Exact building to be announced. Matt DeLong led song on page 62 and the convention was dismissed with prayer by Jesse Roberts.

Chairman, Matt DeLong; Vice Chairman, Kim Cagle; Secretary, Hazel Cagle.

Source: Directory and Minutes of Annual Sacred Harp Singings. Courtesy of the Sacred Harp Museum.

UNION MUSICAL CONVENTION

Ebenezer Church, Dunwoody, Georgia

August 29, 30, 1987

The one hunded -nineteenth session of the convention was called to order by the chairman, Matt DeLong leading song on page 146. The morning prayer was led by E. C. Bowen. Matt DeLong then led song on page 274b. Kenneth Delong led the introductory lesson using songs on pages 138b, 37b, 34; 137, 171, 170 and 316. Leaders called were: Hoyt Cagle, 217; William Headrick, 84, 216; Junie Wootten, 400, 143; Loy Garrison, 566, 283; E. C. Bowen, 348, 499; B. M. Smith, 380, 280; Don Bowen, 59; 155; Martha Ann Stegar, 47, 63; Richard DeLong, 88, 507.

RECESS.

The convention was called together by Matt DeLong leading songs on pages 55 and 365. The convention held its business session in which the following officers were elected or appointed: Chairman, Jesse Roberts; Vice Chairman, Helen Bryson; Secretary, Hazel Cagle; (Gertie DeLong was asked to keep the minutes for this session during Hazel;s absence.) Chaplain, E. C. Bowen; Arranging Committee and Finance Committee, Kenneth DeLong and Loy Garrison; Memorial Committee, Mary Lou Cagle, William Headrick and Bonnie Flowers. Leaders: Mary Lou Cagle, 200, 480; Hugh McGraw, 564, 494; Dollie Hudgins, 343, 373; Velma Johnson, 147, 569; Frances Roberts Carnell, 454, 126; Don Clark, 186, 168; Horace DeLong, 434, 384; Mary Alice Latimer, 358, 99; Beverly Walkins, 268, 45; Amandy Denson Brady, 56b; Richard DeLong, 153.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH.

The afternoon session resumed with Jesse Roberts leading songs on pages 536 and 65. Leaders: Helen Bryson, 299, 276; Everette Denney, 460, 489; Shelbie Sheppard, 107, 106; Phil Summerlin, 448, 312; Janice Paulk, 446, 618; Cindy Garrison 498; 656; Jack Corley, 300, 542; Margie Smith, 33, 175; Bonnie Flowers, 73b, 213; Jeff Sheppard, 293, 292.

RECESS.

Jessie Roberts called the convention together leading songs on pages 392 and 56. Leaders: Helen Bryson,172, 340; Everette Denney, 490; Shelbie Sheppard, 332; Phil Summerlin, 112; Janice Paulk, 478; Margie Smith, 91, 313; Bonnie Flowers, 289, 331; Jeff Sheppard, 195. The convention was dismissed with prayer by E. C. Bowen.

Sunday, August 30

The convention was called to order on Sunday morning by Helen Bryson leading songs on pages 59, 61, 65 and 276. E. C. Bowen led the morning prayer. Leaders were called: Don Bowen, 517, 500; Loy Garrison, 330, 137; Gertrude Bateman, 81, 436; Horace Delong, 318, 111; Hoyt Cagle, 411; William Headrick, 110, 215; Jack Corley, 123b, 328.

RECESS.

The class reassembled with Jesse Roberts leading song on page 242. Leaders: Dollie Hudgins, 108, 82; Everette Denney, 405, 335; E. C. Bowen. 385; Faye Pettis, 383, 410; Bobby Cagle, 78, 283; Cindy Garrison, 294, 33b; Henry Zittrouer, 75, 40; Richard DeLong, 419, 260.

RECESS.

After recess the convention continued with Helen Bryson leading song on page 43. Leaders: Matt DeLong, 206, 329; Janice Paulk, 227, 518; A memorial lesson was held. This past March at the Grogia State Convention, during the memorial lesson, Hugh McGraw made a point of reminding us that we must face the fact that Sacred Harp music is dying out - at least in this part of the county. With this in mind, the memorial tributes that we hold for our loved ones become more and more heart wrenching. Death is truly multi-faceted. This morning we sang the song that says, " Death is the gate of endless joy and yet we dread to enter there". We, through our love, and our selfishness; however, desparately cling to our relatives and friends, until finally our Lord calls each one home, leaving us with the precious memories. The acknowledgement of these memories is why the memorial lesson is such an integral part of the Sacred Harp Convention. Mary Lou Cagle read the names of the deceased. Bonnie Flowers then read a poem by Thomas Moore Entitled " Tis the Last Rose of Summer" and called attention to the solitary rose in a bouquet of Carnations. Kenneth DeLong led song on page 341 for Leola Wright and George Brumbelow. William Headrick led songs on pages 77, 127 and 106 for the sick and shut-ins.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH

The afternoon session resumed with Jesse Roberts leading songs on pages 447 and 316. Leaders: Pennie Bosarge, 36, 136; Bonnie Flowers, 309, 47; David Grant, 546, 558; Shelbie Sheppard, 362, 553; Kenneth DeLong, 495, 442, 387; Charlene Wallace, 236, 268; Raymond Harmick, 486; Hugh McGraw, 263, 369; Wayne Day, 47, 35; Jessica , Ashley and Hannah Roberts, 358, 480; Richard and Matt DeLong, 454, 532.

RECESS.

Helen Bryson called the convention together leading song on page 234. During a short business session that followed, Oak Grove Church, near Alpharettaa, Gerogia, asked for and was granted the next session of this convention to be held on the fitfh Sunday and Satuday before in July 1988. Leaders: Jeff Sheppard, 232, 153; Mary Lou Cagle, 456, 340; Velma Johnson, 123, 565; Louise Buchanon, 569, 63; Mrs. Baker and Helen Bryson, 196, and 62 for the closing song. William Headrick closed the convention with prayer.

Chairman, Jesse Roberts; Vice Chairman, Helen Bryson; Secretary, Gertrude DeLong.

Source: Directory & Minutes of Annual Sacred Harp Singings. Courtesy of the Sacred Harp Museum.

UNION MUSICAL CONVENTION

Oak Grove Church, near Alpharetta, Georgia

July 30, 31, 1988

The one hundred twentieth session of the Union Musical Convention was called to order by Jesse Roberts leading songs on pages 56b and 57. The opening prayer was led by E. C. Bowen. Helen Bryson led songs on pages 139 and 138b. The introductory lesson was led by Kenneth DeLong leading songs on pages 37b, 97, 96, 170, 171, 316 and 169. Leaders: E. C. Bowen, 217, 318; Loy Garrison, 186, 566; Cansada Weatherford, 565, 512; Jack Corley, 168, 215; Christine Garrison 569b, 490; Don Bowen, 75, 64; Winona Cagle, 159, 123. The class sang "Happy Birthday " to Hazel Cagle.

RECESS.

The convention was called together by Jesse Roberts leading song on page 163. Leaders: Elder Roy Davis, 348, 481. On Orderly motion the class held the business session to elect officers as follows: Chairman, Helen Bryson; Vice Chairman, Richard DeLong; Secretary, Hazel Cagle; Chaplain, Elder Roy Davis; Arranging and Finance Committee, Kenneth DeLong and Jesse Roberts; Memorial Committee, Mary Lou Cagle, Janice

Paulk and Fay Pettis. The business session was left open until Sunday afternoon. Leaders: Elder Charles Cagle, 61; Daniel Hudson, 343, 206; Horace DeLong, 434, 192; Kim Cagle, 460, 155; Everette Denney, 47, 63; Elder Lane Weaver, 35, 36b.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH.

The afternoon session of the convention continued with Helen Bryson leading songs on pages 91 and 68b. Leaders: Lydia McGraw, 40, 56; Kelley Smith, 112, 113; Margie Smith, 108, 313; Mr. and Mrs. Paul Pettis, 39b, 128; Ed Smith, 214, 222; Delores McGraw, 110, 448; Felton Denney, 489, 120; Janice Paulk, 227, 46; Hugh McGraw, 32, 449; Jimmy Denney, 49b, 111; B. M. Smith, 376, 273.

RECESS.

Richard DeLong called the convention together leading songs on pages 271 and 312. Leaders: Hannah and Ashley Roberts, 354, 358; Bobby Cagle, 43; Fay Pettis, 455, 380; Susie Hardeman, 235, 75; Velma Johnson, 491, 498; Reuben Ball, 499, 544. Helen Bryson led song on page 276 as the closing song. The class dismissed with prayer by Elder Roy Davis.

SUNDAY, JULY 31.

On Sunday morning the convention was called to order by Helen Bryson leading songs on pages 145 and 85. The morning prayer was led by Daniel Hudson. Richard DeLong led songs on pages 374 and 333. Leaders: Dollie Hudgins, 82, 343; Eva Reaves, 119, 127; Mary Lou Cagle, 299, 456; Revy Williamson, 182, 208; Kim Calge, 186, 176; Carlene Griffin, 171, 224; Gertrude Bateman, 373, 496; Jessica Roberts, 300, 354; Jack Paulk, 565, 569b; Daniel Hudson, 482, 205; Kelley Smith, 37b, 39; Christine Garrison, 285, 45.

RECESS

The convention continued with Helen Bryson leading songs on pages 282 and 532. Leaders: Bobby Cagle, 283, 46; Cindy Garrison Couch, 480, 294; Hoyt Cagle, 411,542; Paul Mulkie, 414, 445; Velma Johnson, 441, 49b. The convention paused a few minutes for the memorial lesson. Mary Lou Cagle read the following: "Come let us join our friends above. That have obtained the prize. And on the eagle wings of love, To Joy celestial rise. Let all the saints terrestrial sing, with those to glory gone. For all the servants of our King. In Heaven and earth are one. One family we dwell in him. One church above beneath. Though now divided by the stream, the narrow stream of death. One army of the living God. To his command we bow. Part of the host have crossed the flood, And part are crossing now." We have been fortunate that since our session at Ebenezer Church last year, we have only five names on our list - Ruby DeLong, Mollie Cochran, Aaron Wright, D.T. White and Jim Ayers. We feel sad when those we love are touched by death's dark hand, but it would ease our sorrow more if we could but understand that death is just a gateway that all men must pass through; and on the other side of death, is a world that's bright and new. Our loved ones wait to welcome us to a land that's free from tears, where joy becomes eternal and time is not counted by years. Kenneth DeLong led songs on pages 75b, 114 and 410. We want to remember our shut- ins William Headrick and Ellavee Mann. Jesse Roberts led song on page 454 for them. Daniel Hudson closed the memorial lesson with prayer.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH.

Richard DeLong began the afternoon of singing by leading songs on pages 306 and 419. Leaders: Doug Allison, 360, 335; Horace DeLong, 436, 384; Joyce Harrison, 236, 320; Elder Lane Weaver, 200, 47; Charlene Wallace, 197, 324; Don Clark, 112, 442; Janice Paulk, 517, 518; Hugh McGraw, 449, 448b; Raymond Hamrick, 28, 515; Oscar McGuire, 155, 336. The convention continued with the business not completed on Saturday. Camp Creek Church, Lilburn, Georgia asked for and was granted membership in this convention. They then asked to entertain this convention next year. On orderly motion the convention agreed to met with Camp Creek Church on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in July 1989. Business closed. Helene Byrson, 196.

RECESS.

The singing resumed with Helen Bryson leading song on page 328. Leaders: Kenneth Smith, 44, 240; Fay Pettis, 434, 377; Loy Garrison, 83, 143; Martha Stegar, 198, 275; Winona Cagle, 235; Reuben Ball, 318; Cansada Weatherford, 566. Helen Bryson and Richard DeLong closed the convention by leading song on page 52. Daniel Hudson dismissed with prayer.

Chairman, Helen Bryson; Vice Chairman, Richard DeLong; Secretary, Hazel Cagle.

Source: Directory & Minutes of Annual Sacred Harp Singings. Courtesy of the Sacred Harp Museum.

UNION MUSICAL CONVENTION

Camp Creek Church, Lilburn, Georgia

July 29, 30, 1989

The one hundred twenty - first session of the Union Musical Convention was called to order by Helen Bryson leading song on page 59. The morning prayer was offered by Elder C. A. Keeton. Helen Bryson, after a few words of welcome, led song on page 145. The introductory lesson was led by Richard DeLong leading the following songs, 57, 50, 74, 91, 333, 385, 385b and 65. Leaders: Don Bowen, 32, 31b; Don Clark, 36b, 155; Kim Cagle, 137, 454; Laura Allison, 35, 128; E. C. Bowen, 510, 570: Emily Calhoun,354; Everett Denney, 335, 569b; Elder C. A. Keeton, 168, 341; Martha Ann Stegar, 85, 84.

RECESS.

Helen Bryson called the convention together leading songs on pages 102 and 340. Leaders: Olin Gresham, 452, 323b. On orderly motion the convention entered the business session. The following officers were elected: Chairman, Helen Bryson; Vice Chairman, Richard DeLong; Secretary, Hazel Cagle; Chaplain, William Headrick; Arranging and Finance Commitees: Susan Roberts, William Headrick and Kenneth DeLong, alternate. Kim Cagle was appointed to the Finance only. Memorial Committee, Jetha Brooks, Dollie Hudgins and Kenneth DeLong. The business session was left open until Sunday. Leaders: Kenneth DeLong, 402, 572; William Headrick, 209, 148; B. M. Smith, 171, 81; Violet Thomason, 318, 218; Dollie Hudgins, 343, 75; Jack Corley, 300, 328; Eva Reeves, 119, 127; Margie Smith, 56, 101.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH.

The convention was called to order for the afternoon session by Richard DeLong leading songs on pages 545 and 571. Leaders: Horace DeLong, 348, 434; Wayne Day, 45; Hugh McGraw, 37, 74b: Faye Pettis, 542, 380, 383; Hazel Cagle, 422, 269; Mary West, 63, 34; Hannah, Jessica and Ashley Roberts, 65, 358; Jesse Roberts, 216, 217; Helen Bryson, 532, 278b by request.

RECESS.

The singing continued with Jesse Roberts leading song on page 213. Leaders: Violet Thomason, 143; Don Clark, 38b; Kim Cagle, 460; Emily Calhoun, 339; Everett Denney, 276; Martha Ann Stegar, 490; Olin Gresham, 147; William Headrick, 141; Kenneth DeLong, 316. Helen Bryson and Richard DeLong led song on page 69 as the closing song. The convention was dismissed with prayer by William Headrick.

SUNDAY, JULY 30

The convention was called to order on Sunday by the Chairman, Helen Bryson leading songs on pages 43 and 32. Prayer was led by William Headrick. Helen Bryson led songs on pages 299 and 268. Richard DeLong then led song on page 41 and 374. Leaders: Kim Cagle, 100, 176b; E. C. Bowen, 283, 517; Jack Corley, 123b, 300; Don Bowen, 59, 61; Everett Denney, 72b, 489; Laura Allison, 68b; Susan Currey, 107, 142; Don Clark, 182, 436; Horace Delong, 111b,384; Dollie Hudgins, 82, 123; William Headrick, 426, 328.

RECESS.

Helen Bryson brought the class to order leading song on page 64. Leaders: Faye Pettis, 455, 236; Berta Hanson, 290, 490; Verna Williams, 37b, 235; Lois Stanson, 99, 298; Jeff Sheppard, 439, 149 for Ruby Gibson; Charlene Wallace, 276, 479. At this time Kenneth DeLong conducted the memorial lesson, leading song on page 569b for Geneva Davis, Daniel Hudson, Elavee Mann, Cordell Wade and Homer Campbell. Jesse Roberts led 387 for these shut-ins: Allen Lambert, Vera Gresham, Elmer and Velma Johnson, Hoyt and Mary Lou Cagle, Mae DeLong, Betty Womack, Elder Shirley Kelley and Josie Bell Avery. Richard DeLong led song on page 385 for Elavee Mann. The memorial lesson was closed with prayer by William Headrick.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH.

The afternoon session was brought together by Helen Bryson leading songs on pages 137, 136 and 45. Leaders: Kenneth DeLong, 408, 530; Shelbie Sheppard, 42, 528; Stanley Smith, "Clark" (a new song he had composed), 365; Bonnie Flowers, 362. The convention continued the business session which was left open on Saturday. Chairman thanked Camp Creek Church for the support, lunch, etc. and thanks to all visitors who attended. Ebenezer Church, Dunwoody, Georgia asked for and was granted this convention for 1990, to be held on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in July. Happy Birthday was sung to Hazel Cagle. Helen Bryson announced her engagement to Ross Craig. After the wedding in April she will probably be moving to Seattle, Washington. On orderly motion, the business session was closed. Leaders: Tom Hanson, 37, 36b; Carol Hanson, 155, 222; Hugh McGraw, 567, 515; Revy Williamson 269, 430; Carlene Griffin, 448b, 566; Richard DeLong, 419, 359; Hannah and Ashley Roberts, 480, 119.

RECESS.

The convention resumed with Hannah and Ashley Roberts leading song on page 358. Leaders: Jesse Roberts, 234, 203, 512; Olein Gresham, 159; Hazel Cagle, 543, 291; Lyn Rann, 143, 341; Carlton Wood, 313, 340; Alice West, 146, 285. After the announcements, Helen Bryson and Richard DeLong led song on page 62. The convention was closed with prayer by William Headrick.

Chairman, Helen Bryson; Vice Chairman, Richard DeLong; Secretary, Hazel Cagle.

Source: Directory & Minutes of Annual Sacred Harp Singings. Courtesy of the Sacred Harp Museum.

UNION MUSICAL CONVENTION

Ebenezer Church, Dunwoody, Georgia

July 28, 29, 1990

The one hundred twenty-second session of the Union Musical Convention was called to order by Helen Bryson Craig leading songs on pages 59 and 71. The opening prayer was offered by E. C. Bowen. The chairman then led song on page 49b. The Vice Chairman, Richard DeLong led songs on pages 60, 32, and 138b. The Introductory Lesson was led by Ted Mercer, Chicago, leading the following songs, 61, 205, 101b and 39b. Kenneth DeLong led 441 and 402. Leaders: Kim Cagle, 36b, 63; Hugh McGraw, 278b, 271, 270, 490; Jeff Sheppard, 276, 209, 197; Hazel Cagle, 424, 301, 400; B. M. Smith, 384, 273, 182.

RECESS.

Helen Bryson Craig called the convention together leading song on page 328. On orderly motion the convention held a short business session to arrange for the two days of singing. The following officers were elected: Chairman, Richard DeLong; Vice Chairman, Ted Mercer; Secretary, Hazel Cagle; Chaplain, E. C. Bowen. The officers appointed the following committees: Finance and Locating Committee, Jesse Roberts and Faye Pettis; Memorial Committee: Helen Bryson Craig and Susan Roberts; Arranging Committee, Dollie Hudgins. The businees will be completed on Sunday afternoon. Leaders: Helen Bryson Craig, 172; Don Bowen, 155, 448b; Junie Wooten, 100, 285; Shelbie Sheppard, 277, 332; Charlene Wallace, 107, 268, 327; Horace DeLong, 340, 318; Margie Smith, 569b, 108.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH.

The convention continued in the afternoon with Richard DeLong leading song on page 202. Leaders: Martha Stegar, 275, 40, 236; Jessica Roberts, 148, 69, 84; Shirley Ellis, 280, 551, 460; Hannah and Ashley Roberts, 358, 73b, 354; E. C. Bowen 212, 208, 316; Loy Garrison, 317, 104, 99; Jesse Roberts, 193, 378b, 260. Richard DeLong led song on page 542 for Hoyt Cagle. He and Mary Loy atteded the singing in the afternoon after having missed many singings due to his illness.

RECESS.

The convention resumed singing with Ted Mercer leading song on page 121. Leaders: Jack Corley, 168, 215, 383; Frances Connell, 220, 518, 89; for her father; Robert Kendrick, 343, 153; Chris Connell, 61, 45; Richard DeLong and Ted Mercer led sang on pages 323 as the closing song. The class was dismissed with prayer by E. C. Bowen.

Sunday, July 29

On Sunday, the convention was called to order by Richard DeLong leading songs on pages 57 and 60. E. C. Bowen offered the morning prayer. Richard DeLong then led song on page 370. Ted Mercer then led songs on pages 68, 72 and 77. Hazel Cagle, 73, 337, 369. Leaders: Don Bowen, 283, 198, 517; Junie Wooten 480, 143; Doug Allison, 277, 385; Kenneth DeLong, 365, 572, 171; Eva Reeves, 119, 127; Shane Ellis, 323b, 112, 454; Jeff Sheppard, 29b, 185, 184.

RECESS.

The convention was called together by Ted Mercer leading song on page 67. Leaders: Helen Bryson Craig, 102, 195, 196; Hugh McGraw 105, 93, 449; Kim Cagle, 186, 176b; Charlene Wallace, 385b, 383; Janice Paulk, 478, 446, 22; Laurie Allison, 96, 128; Shelbie Sheppard, 296, 518.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH.

In the afternoon the convention continued with song on page 419 led by Richard DeLong. Leaders; Jack Corley, 114, 121; Loy Garrison, 420, 482 for Daniel Hudson; Shirley Ellis, 192, 189; Cynthia Dean, 222, 236; E. C. Bowen, 527, 481; William Headrick, 208, 328, 426b; Horace DeLong, 434, 384; Janet Sheppard, 49, 63. During the memorial lesson Susan Roberts read the words to the song on page 541. The song was then led by Jesse Roberts in memory of Elder C. A. Keeton and Elder William Cagle. Helen Bryson Craig led the following songs for the shut-ins: 565, for Velma and Elmer Johnson; 217 for Hoyt and Mary Lou Cagle. The Memorial lesson was closed with prauer by E. C. Bowen.

RECESS.

The convention continued with Richard DeLong leading song on page 153. Leaders: Rachael Carlisle, 137, 204; Jesse Roberts, 320, 142, 380; Mark King, 159, 81; Dollie Hudgins, 61. The business lesson was continued from Saturday. The Finance Commitee gave the report: Big Greek Primitive Baptist Church, Alpharetta, Gerogia asked for and was granted this convention for 1991 to be held on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in September. Business ended. Leaders: Becky Almon, 170; Robert Kendrick, 123. Those who wished took the parting hand as Richard DeLong and Ted Mercer led song on page 62. The convention was closed with prayer by Robert Kendrick.

Chairman, Richard DeLong; Vice Chairman, Ted Mercer; Secretary, Hazel Cagle

Source: Directory & Minutes of Annual Sacred Harp Singings. Courtesy of the Sacred Harp Museum.

N.B.: The date says 1992, but it's 1991

UNION MUSICAL CONVENTION

Big Creek Church, near Alpharetta, Georgia

September 28,29, 1992

The one hundred twenty-third session of the Union Musical Convention was called to order by Richard DeLong leading songs on pages 32, 58 and 60. The morning prayer was offered by Elder Roy Davis. Richard DeLong then led song on page 27. The Vice Chairman, Ted Mercer led song on pages 61, 39, 88b. Secretary, Hazel Cagle, 399b, 52, 41. The Introductory lesson was led by Kenneth DeLong leading songs on pages 295, 179, 171,424, 511 and 316. Leaders: Dollie Hudgins, 82,123; Faye Pettis, 340, 434; Richard Whately, 108, 335, 274; Helen Bryson Craig, 139, 535b, 269.

RECESS.

The convention continued with Richard DeLong leading song on page 182. On orderly motion the convention entered in a business session with the following officer elected: Chairman, Ted Mercer; Vice Chairman, Kim Cagle, Secretary, Hazel Cagle; Arranging Committee, Richard DeLong; Locating Committee, Loy Garrison and Kenneth Delong; Memorial Committee, Helen Bryson Craig and Faye Pettis; Finance Committee, Richard Whatley and Jesse Roberts. The remainder of the business will be conducted on Sunday. Ted Mercer led song on page 77. Leaders: Eva Reeves, 127, 119; Junie Wootten, 480, 341; Velma Johnson, 147, 569b, 565, , 285; Elder Roy Davis, 108b,138b.

DISMISSSED FOR LUNCH.

Ted Mercer called the convention together leading song on page 145. Leaders: Jack Corley, 121, 290; David McGukin, 214, 122, 432; Judy Hauff, 74, 102, 418; Jesse Roberts, 320, 195, 319; Kathleen Kuiper, 332, 278, 163; Carolyn Deacy, 217, 148, 299; Lisa Grayson, 384, 385, 222; Horace DeLong, 192, 348, 45; Richard DeLong, 153.

RECESS.

The Convention was called together by Kim Cagle leading song on page 100. Leaders: Violet Thomason, 143, 189, 343; Loy Garrison, 513 for Clint Haley, 498 for Hoyt and Mary Lou Cagle, 74; Ashley Roberts, 40, 268, 318; Hannah Roberts, 300, 313, 388; Doug Allison, 150, 360, 312; Jessica Roberts, 209, 128, 454; J. C. Moore, 75: William Headrick, 146, Faye Pettis, 358. The Chairman and Vice Chairman led the closing song on page 323. The convention was dismissed with prayer by Elder Roy David.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 29

The Convention was called together on Sunday by Ted Mercer leading song on page 31b. Kenneth DeLong led the morning prayer. Kim Cagle led song on pages 155 and 63. Leaders: Faye Pettis, 410, 376; Loy Garrison 11b, 566; Richard Whatley, 48, 148, 159; Reuben Ball, 318, 204; Jack Paulk, 147, 544b; Jack Corley, 123b, 328; Bonnie Flowers, 68b,309; Sue Curry, 327, 47; Diane Walls, 217,312b; Janice Paulk, 477, 498; Dollie Hudgins, 343, 108.

RECESS.

Ted Mercer brought the class to order leading songs on pages 345b and 345. Leaders: Kenneth DeLong, 572, 250; Hannah Roberts, 276, 35; Kathleen Kuiper, 29, 176; Helen Bryson Craig, 31, 240; Eva Reeves, 335, 339; Hazel Cagle, 436, 546; Martha Ann Stegar, 84, 85; Jessica Roberts, 168, 142. The Memorial lesson was held at this time. Helen Bryson Craig read a beautiful poem about our "Sailing Ships" and then added some befitting remarks. She sang song on page 430 for these shut-ins: From Kansas, Blanche Middleton; From Chicago, Paul Henderson and Melanie Hauff; From Dunwoody, Ga., Hoyt and Mary Lou Cagle. Faye Pettis spoke of those she remembered and what Sacred Harp means to her as- well - as all others who love this music. She led songs on pages 235 and 391 for these deceased singers and lovers of Sacred Harp. From Chicago, Martin Rubinstein, Edith Robb and Paul Cassidy; From Georgia, Luda Mae Cowart.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH.

The afternoon session resumed with Kim Cagle leading song on page 32. Carolyn Deacy, 114, 290; Matthew DeLong, 530, 175; Hugh McGraw, 531; Judy Hauff, 201, 283; Jesse Roberts, 455, 277; Lisa Grayson, 428, 89; Ashley Roberts, 222, 480; Richard DeLong, 421, 419; Elder Lewis Norton, 45. 490; The class sing "Happy Birthday"; The balance of the business was handled at this time. Convention heard from the Finance Committee and then the Locating Committee. The Convention granted the next session to Oak Grove Primitive Baptist Church, near Alpharetta, Georgia on the fifth Sunday and Satuday before in August, 1992. End of business.

RECESS.

The convention was called together by Ted Mercer leading song on page 170. Leaders: Alice West, 73, 73b; J. C. Moore, 52; Rose White, 128, 107; William Headrick, 426, 434: Violet Thomason, 200, 218; Horace DeLong, 460, 384; Mary Palmer Thrice, 532, 454; Henry Cook, 56, 138; Robert Kendrick, 354, 153; Ted Mercer and Kim Cagle led song on page 62 as the closing song. The Convention was dismissed with prayer by Elder Lewis Norton.

Chairman, Ted Mercer; Vice Chairman, Kim Cagle; Secretary, Hazel Cagle.

Source: Directory and Minutes of Annual Sacred Harp Singings. Courtesy of the Sacred Harp Museum.

UNION MUSICAL CONVENTION

Oak Grove Chruch, near Alpharetta, Georgia

August 29, 30, 1992

The one hundred twenty-fourth annual session of the Union Musical Convention was called to order by Chairman, Ted Mercer leading songs on pages 27, 33b and 32. The opening prayer was offered by E.C. Bowen. Vice Chairman, Kim Cagle led songs on pages 155 and 63. Connie Karduck was asked to lead the introductory lesson. She used the following songs on pages 28, 87, 454, 494, 131b and 456. Leaders: Bobby Cagle, 78, 43; Loy Garrison, 99, 498; Elder Charles Cagle, 123; Kenneth Delong, 538, 556; E. C. Bowen, 381b, 493; Lee Rogers, 224, 344.

RECESS.

Ted Mercer called the convention together leading song on page 52. On orderly motion, the convention conducted the business lesson. Officer's elected were: Chairman, Ted Mercer; Vice Cahirman, Secretary, Hazel Cagle; Chaplain, Elder Charles Cagle; Arranging Committee, Judy Mincey and Richard DeLong; Finance Committee, Jesse Roberts and Loy Garrison; Memorial Committee, Helen Bryson; Locating Committee, Kenneth DeLong and Jack Corley. Business session closed until Sunday. Leaders: Judy Mincey, 569; Helen Bryson, 217, 501; Jack Corley, 123b, 300; Hannah Roberts, 497, 203; Susie Hardeman, 569b, 58; Ashley Roberts, 196, 128; Hugh McGraw, 119, 319 for Eva Reeves; Jessica Roberts, 328, 139; Richard DeLong, 121, 492.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH.

The afternoon session resumed with Kim Cagle leading song on page 176b. Leaders: Merle Bates, 108, 136; Charlene Wallace, 79, 171; Jesse Roberts, 228, 145; Horace DeLong, 192, 384; Winona Cagle, 490, 544; Don Bowen, 34b, 77b; Ray Richards, 73b, 354b; Russ Hanson, 45, 72b; Reuben Ball, 318, 499; Carlton Wood, 340, 457; Hazel Cale, 269, 543.

RECESS.

The class was brought together with Kim Cagle leading song on page 373. Leaders: Judy Mincey, 175; Jesse Roberts, 273; Helen Bryson, 178; Connie Karduck, 176; Lee Rogers, 101; Jessica Roberts, 117; Hannah Roberts, 163; Kenneth DeLong, 503; Ashley Roberts, 82; Don Bowen, 354. The chairman led song on page 46 and the class was dismissed with prayer by Elder Charles Cagle.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 30

On Sunday, the convention was called to order by Ted Mercer, leading songs on pages 48 and 59. Elder Charles Cagle led the morning prayer. Kim Cagle led songs on pages 186 and 460. Leaders: Loy Garrison, 70, 330; Connie Karduck, 69, 81; Bobby Cagle, 68b,283; Lee Rogers, 31b, 409; Jack Corley, 108b, 110; Hazel Cagle, 297, 436; Kenneth DeLong, 461 475; Charlene Wallace, 99; E. C. Bowen, 348b, 420; Helen Bryson, 299, 347; Hugh McGraw, 510, 348.

Recess.

The convention was called together by Ted Mercer leading song on page 352. Leaders: Kim Cagle, 441, 137; Dollie Hudgins, 81, 378; Elder Charles Cagle, 145; Don Bowen, 66, 350; Winona Cagle, 566, 43; Reuben Ball, 497, 565; William Headrick, 542, 496. At this time, Helen Bryson conducted the Memorial Lesson. Those deceased lovers and/or singers from Georgia were: Elder W. S. Kelley, Mae DeLong, Elder Talmadge Pruitt, Sara Cagle and Hoyt Cagle. From Alabama: Leman Brown and Wynelle Birchfield; From Texas, Helene Beard. For these, Hugh McGraw led songs on pages 97 and 94. For the Shut-ins: Eva Reeves, Mae Moon and Violet Thomason, songs on pages 289 and 379 were led by Charlene Wallace. Helen Bryson read from Eccles. Chapter 3. A special service was held for Hoyt Cagle. Kenneth DeLong recalled his fond memories and how faithful Hoyt was to singers and singings every where and ended by singing song on page 503. Richard DeLong spoke of his dedication and recalled his being always on the front seat. Richard led songs on pages 341 and 544. Mr. Bowen shared an incident that occurred on one of the bus trips. Richard DeLong presented to Mary Lou Cagle the plaque from the Sacred Harp Publishing Company. The Memorial Lesson was closed with prayer by Elder Charles Cagle.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH.

After lunch the convention resumed with Kim Cagle leading song on page 100. Leaders: Richard Delong, 407, 548; Hannah Roberts, 384, 107; Ray Richards, 108, 111b; Ashley Roberts, 344, 117; Jesse Roberts, 528, 390, 516; Jessica Roberts, 332, 209; Merle Bates, 445, 282; Carlton Wood, 313, 457. On orderly motion the business session continued from Saturday. The Locating Committee reported that Camp Creek Primitive Baptist Church, Lilburn, Geroga had asked for the Convention. The convention was granted them the next session to be held on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in August, 1993. The Finance Committee made there report. End of business session.

RECESS.

Ted Mercer called the convention together leading song on page 131. Leaders: Judy Mincey, 77b, 31; Connie Karduck, 464; Mary Lou Cagle, 208, 498; Jr. Cagle, 28b; Jesse Roberts, 215, 73; Mike Castleberry, 235; Ashley , Hannah and Jessica Roberts, 58, 178. The chairman and Vice Chairman led song on page 62 as the closing song. The Convention was dismissed with prayer by Elder Charles Cagle.

Chairman, Ted Mercer; Vice Chairman, Kim Cagle; Secretary, Hazel Cagle.

Source: Directory and Minutes of Sacred Harp Singings. Courtesy of the Sacred Harp Museum.

UNION MUSICAL CONVENTION

Camp Creek Primitive Baptist Church

August 28-29, 1993

The one hundred twenty-fifth session of the Union Musical Convention was called to order by Ted Mercer leading songs on pages 42, 47, and 37b. The morning prayer was led by Kenneth DeLong, he then led the Introductory lesson using songs on pages 493b,437b, 152, 229, 171, and 402. Leaders: Laurie Allison, 108, 335; Loy Garrison, 317, 391b; Jimmy Denney, 30, 101; Lee Rogers, 41, 297; Jack Smith, 155, 480; Violet Thomason, 275b, 300; Judy Mincey, 31, 566; Richard DeLong, 567, 214.

RECESS.

Ted Mercer called the class to order leading song on page 135. A motion from the floor opened the business session. New officers elected were: Chairman, Helen Bryson, Vice Chairman, Kenneth DeLong; Secretary, Judy Mincey; Chaplain, Jesse Roberts; Arranging Committee Susan Roberts and Richard DeLong; Memorial Committee, Lee Rogers and Shelbie Sheppard; Locating and Finance Committee, Kenneth DeLong and Jack Corley. Helen Bryson then led song on page 213. Leaders: Doug Allison, 100, 278; Mark Bumgardener, 569b, 159; Everette Denney, 34b, 49b; Jeff Sheppard, 35 461; Margie Dietz, 89, 32; Hannah Roberts, 69, 352; B. M. Smith, 77b, 273.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH.

The afternoon session was brought to order by Helen Bryson and Ellen Nash leading songs on pages 77 and 76b. Leaders: Shelbie Sheppard,510, 38b; Horace DeLong, 192, 384; Sandra Wilkenson, 405, 282; Jack Corley, 123b, 290; Tom Hanson, 515b, 146; Ashley Roberts, 460, 501b; Sadie Wilkenson, 313; Don Bowen 556, 228; Jessie Roberts, 553, 327; Howell Sorrell, 196, 543.

RECESS.

The class resumed singing with Helen Bryson leading song on page 145. Leaders: Kelly Morris, 490, 84; Berta Hanson, 123, 129; Alice West, 294, 441; Joan Durden, 114; Don Bailey, 112, 401; Ed Gorsauch, 211, 558; Jessie Roberts, 403; Helen Bryson led song on page 332 as the closing song. Jessie Roberts dismissed the class with prayer.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 29

On Sunday morning the class was brought to order by Helen Bryson leading songs on pages 46, 59 and 62. Elder Charles Chapman led the morning prayer. Leaders: Richlard Whatley, 31, 207; Lee Rogers 270, 540; Doug Allison, 71, 178; Raymond Hamrick, 231, 182; Faye Pettis, 383, 384; Kelly Morris, 147, 159; Berta Hanson, 36b, 490; Junie Wootten, 480, 162.

RECESS.

Kenneth DeLong called the class to order leading song on page 176. Leaders: Loy Garrison, 503, 74b; Ashley Roberts, 112, 56b; Dolly Hudgins, 82, 343; Hannah Roberts, 481, 544; Laurie Allison, 58, 128. The memorial lesson was held at this time with Lee Rogers making a short talk. Richard DeLong led songs on pages 43, and 348 for the Georgia deceased: Gary DeLong and E. C. Bowen. Jeff Sheppard led 129 and 97 for the Alabama Deceased: Zera Tollison, Noah Lacy, Leonard Lacy, Henry Johnson, Curtis McLendon and Preston Crider. Helen Bryson led 358 especially for Bill Laminack who was a patient of her's and 542 for all the sick and shut-ins, Eva Reeves, Jerry and Mozelle Shappard, Alvin and Lois Stanson, Ruby Gibson, Al Frank and Mary Morris. Leaders; Susan Roberts, 117, 108'; Helen Bryson, 46.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH.

The class reconvened for the afternoon session with Ted Mercer leading songs on pages 145b and 144. Leaders: Judy Mincey, 501, 50; Shelbie Sheppard, 484, 29b; Jack Corley, 121, 168; Laura Ackerman, 543, 533; Jessie Roberts. 538, 316; Jeff Sheppard, 571, 492; Richard DeLong, 464, 553; Ted Mercer, 406, 48b; Helen Bryson. 45.

RECESS.

Helen Bryson brought the class together leading song on page 569b. A motion was made to go into a business session. Reports were accepted from the Finance Committee and the Locating Committee. The 126th session of the Union Musical Convention was granted to Elbenezer Primitive Baptist Church in Dunwooy, Georgia July 30 and 31, 1994. The business closed and Helen Bryson led song on page 91. Leaders: Louis Cox 75; Jack Smith, 145, 107; Dan Bailey, 47, 84; Jeanette DePoy and Doug Allison, 63, 159; John Roark, 72b; Don Bowen, 494, 303, 77b; Alice West, 66, 565; Pat Meyers, 236; Hannah Roberts, 319; Ashley Roberts, 38b, 318. The class was closed with song on page 62 and all who wished took the parting hand. Jessie Roberts dismissed the convention with prayer.

Chairman, Helen Bryson; Vice Chairman, Kenneth DeLong; Secretary, Judy Mincey.

Source: Directory and Minutes of Sacred Harp Singings. Courtesy of the Sacred Harp Museum.

UNION MUSICAL CONVENTION

Ebernezer Primitive Baptist Church, Dunwoday, Georgia

July 30, 31, 1994

The one hundred and twenty sixth session of the Union Musical Convention was called to order by Chairman, Helen Bryson leading songs on pages 34b and 75. Morning prayer was led by Kenneth DeLong. Kenneth DeLong led songs on pages 303 and 217; Judy Mincey, 510, 47; Richard DeLong led the introductory lesson with songs on pages 57, 60,332, 316, 454, 368. Leaders: Don Bowen, 270,384; Kim Cagle, 186, 176b ; Andy Morris, 117, 146; Loy Garrison, 531b, 50b.

RECESS.

Helen Bryson called the convention together leading song on page 495. Leaders: Dan Bailey, 26, 145; Janette McCoy, 65, 277; Martha Ann Stegar, 228, 268; John Pluckett, 71, 479; Frances De Andria and Mary Jane, 480, 159; Violet Thomason, 143, 189; Ashley Roberts, 182, 212. On Orderly motion the convention held the business session . Officers elected were. Chairman, Helen Bryson; Vice Chairman, Kenneth DeLong, Secretary, Hazel Cagle. Helen Bryson led songs on pages 287, 331.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH.

The class resumed singing with Helen Bryson leading song on page 162. The chairman announced the following committees; Arranging Committee, Richard DeLong and Susan Roberts; Finance Committee, Kim Cagle and Don Bowen; Locating Committee, Richard Whatley and Loy Garrison; Memorial Committee, Hazel Cagle and Lee Rogers. Chaplain, Elder Jessie Roberts. Leaders: Daphene Causey, 91, 291; Hannah Roberts, 504,503; Jack Corley, 129, 215; Jennifer Collins, 52, 178; Elder Jesse Roberts, 225b, 430; Charlene Wallace, 349, 421; Cathey White, 155, 324; Janice Paulk, 494, 530; Dollie Hudgins, 61, 343; Horace DeLong, 45, 460.

RECESS.

The class resumed singing with Helen Bryson leading song on page 148. Leaders: Reuben Ball, 4917, 348b; Richard Whatley, 147, 82; Lee Rogers, 96, 97; Faye Pettis, 153, 490. After announcements, Helen Bryson led song on page 46 as the closing song. The class was dismissed with prayer by Elder Jessie Roberts.

SUNDAY JULY 31.

The convention was called to order by Helen Bryson leading songs on pages 30, 102, and 350. Morning prayer was led by Hugh McGraw. The chairman announced that Mary Lou Cagle and B. M. Smith would serve on the Resolution Committee. Kenneth DeLong then led songs on pages 301 and 263. Leaders: Lee Rogers, 187, 486; Judy Mincey, 410, 180; Margie Dietz, 82b, 277; Kelley Morris, 49b, 159; Catherin Oss, 420, 192; Reuben Ball, 497, 318; Ashley Roberts, 181, 351.

RECESS.

The class was called togetherr by Helen Bryson leading song on page 306. Leaders: Margie Smith, 512, 373; Loy Garrison, 498, 74b; Ed Gorsuch, 318, 143; Peter Irving, 47b; Richard DeLong, 419, 407; Janice Paulk, 254. The memorial lesson was held at this time conducted by Lee Rogers. During her well chosen words, she stated that every singing is a memorial and that we should be an example for others to follow as were those before us. Richard DeLong led songs on pages 67 and 266 for following deceased: Louis Cox, T. H. Ross, Viola Hicks, Evelyn Dillashaw, Carlton Wood, Zera Mize, Margie Lacy, Ashley Ballinger, Toby North, Dana Jackson and Robert Aldridge. Elder Jesse Roberts led 76b for the sick and shut-ins, Eva Reeves, Virgil Phillips, Jr. Hudgins, Ethel Cook, Jerry and Mozelle Sheppard, John Bayhouse and Annette Blalock.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH.

The afternoon session resumed with Helen Bryson leading songs on pages 66 and 269. Leaders: B. M. Smith, 485, 475; Tim Erickson, 48, 480; Bonnie Flowers, 299, 278b; Hugh McGraw, 567; Hannah Roberts 145b, 45; Falye Pettis, 229, 532; Elder Jesse Roberts, 548, 547; Kim Cagle, 32; Miriana Lousuic, 455, 268; Martha Ann Stegar, 327, 358.

RECESS.

The class was called together by Helen Bryson leading song on pages 204 and 501. Leaders: Don Bowen, 454, 282; Horace DeLong, 340, 111b; Susan Roberts, 319, 146; Jack Corley, 121, 328; Mike Castleberry, 354b; Dan Bailey, 569b, 183; Richard Whatley, 501, 207. The business session was held with the following reports: Finanical report: Elberezer Primitive Baptist Church declined any money and asked that any money left over be kept in the convention Fund. Resolutions Committee: We the members of this convention do extend our heartfelt thanks to Ebernezer Church for the kindness and hospitality shown to us during this convention. We thank those who served us the wonderful lunches. We thank the visitor for their support. May God bless you all. B. M. Smith and Mary Lou Cagle. Locating Committee; Richard Whatley stated that the convention was invited to sing next year at Simsonwood Methodist Retreat Center, Norcross, Georgia. This will be the the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in July 1995. End of business. After announcemtns Helen Bryson led on page 62 as the closing song. The class was dismissed with prayer by Elder Jesse Roberts.

Chairman, Helen Bryson; Vice Chairman, Kenneth DeLong; Secretary, Hazle Cagle.

Source: Directory and Minutes of Sacred Harp Singings. Courtesy of the Sacred Harp Museum.

Union Musical Convention

Oak Grove Primitive Baptist Church, Alpharetta, Georgia
July 29-30, 1995

Saturday, July 29

The one hundred twenty-seventh session of the Union Musical Convention was called to order by Chairman Helen Bryson leading song on page 34b. The opening prayer was offered by Elder Charles Cagle. Helen Bryson led song on page 144. Loy Garrison led the introductory lesson using numbers 30b, 30t, 59, 74b, 283, and 503. Vice Chairman Kenneth DeLong led 354 and 303. Judy Mincey led 87 and 180. Judy Mincey was appointed to call the leaders in the absence of the Arranging Committee. Leaders: Kim Cagle 32, 176b; Don Bowen 50b, 47; Laura Allison 85, 36b; Elder Charles Cagle 338; Violet Thomason 143, 318; Jack Smith 63, 155.

RECESS

Helen Bryson called the convention together leading songs on pages 35 and 91. Leaders: Reuben Ball 60, 480; Frances D'Andrea and Donna Luther 192, 335; Bobby Cagle 46, 43; Joan Deeskin 47b, 117; John Plunkett 385, 300; Jeanette DePoy and Mary B. Fort 267, 142; Doug Allison 383, 112.

LUNCH

The afternoon of singing began with Helen Bryson leading songs on pages 152 and 411. Leaders: Horace DeLong 460, 384; Martha Ann Stegar 327, 228; Richard DeLong 95, 496; Myra Tucker 452, 84; Ted Mercer 82b, 182; Berta Hanson 101, 490; Jack Corley 168, 332; Diane Wall 333, 299; Jesse Roberts 173, 536; Charlene Wallace 225, 435. On orderly motion, the Convention entered into a business session. The class elected the following officers: Chairman—Jesse Roberts; Vice Chairman—Helen Bryson; Secretary—Hazel Cagle.

RECESS

Jesse Roberts resumed the singing leading song on page 324. The officers appointed the following committees: Finance and Location—Kenneth DeLong and Kim Cagle; Arranging Committee—Judy Mincey and Susan Roberts; Memorial—Jeanette DePoy and Richard DeLong; Resolutions—Ted Mercer, Jade Smith, and Doug Allison; Chaplain—Jack Smith. Leaders: Susan Roberts 146, 40; Mary Lou Cagle 498, 499; Violet Thomason 565; Frances D'Andrea 163, 198; Joan Deeskin 29, 114; Kenneth DeLong 572; Reuben Ball 497; Judy Mincey 475. After announcements, the chairman and vice chairman led 56 as the closing song. The closing prayer was offered by Jack Smith.

Sunday, July 30

The second day of the convention began by Vice Chairman Helen Bryson leading song on page 59. Prayer was led by Elder Charles Cagle. Chairman Jesse Roberts led song on 48b and 172. Leaders: Judy Mincey 207, 137; Loy Garrison 330, 441; Floy Wilder 327, 383; Don Bowen 464, 494; Jeanette DePoy 49b, 270; Jack Corley 406, 300; Ted Mercer 556, 39b; Dollie Hudgins 108b, 45t; Kim Cagle 371, 373; Margie Dietz 58, 196.

RECESS

After recess, Jesse Roberts called the convention together leading song on page 312. Leaders: Laura Allison 421, 31b; Richard DeLong 375, 407; Lee Rogers 335, 528; Junior Cagle 28b, 490; Kenneth DeLong 511, 456; Helen Bryson 411, 201. A memorial lesson was sung for the following: Mary Morris, Myrtle McGraw, Junurs Hudgins, Hoyt Renfroe, Lessie Cates, Lois Green, Velma Kelley, Harry Dumas, Carlton Hitchcock, Dura Blackmon, Grady Albright, and Burris Pettis. Richard DeLong led 426, and Helen Bryson led 479 and 229. Elder Charles Cagle led 82 for all the sick and shut-ins, especially William Headrick, Eva Reeves and Nora Roberts. The memorial lesson was closed with prayer by Brother Dockery. Dismissed for lunch.

LUNCH

The afternoon of the convention began with Jesse Roberts leading songs on pages 215 and 419. Leaders: Doug Allison 183, 326; Rita Haley 63, 268; Horace DeLong 384, 434; Bobby Cagle 493; Susan Roberts 66, 47; Wesley Haley 47b, 269; Faye Pettis 387, 380; Ray Richards 111b, 73b; Laura Ackerman and Jane Treadwell 532, 146.

RECESS

Jesse Roberts continued the singing leading song on page 145. Leaders: Timothy Haley 46, 155; Vaudie Sherer 294, 358; Bonnie Flowers 72b, 52b; Reuben Ball 497, 501; Janet Sheppard 107, 114; John Plunket 71, 147; Alice West 35, 99; Diane Wall 100, 304.

The class was called into a business session to hear the following reports. Finance Committee Report. Big Creek Primitive Baptist Church asked for and was granted the Convention to be held on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in September 1996. Doug Allison read the Resolutions as follows: We, the members of this Convention, wish first and foremost, to thank our loving God for bringing us together again to join our voices in song. We wish to thank Oak Grove Primitive Baptist Church for graciously hosting this convention on such short notice. We thank each person who came to sing, to listen, who brought food, and who did each of the many tasks necessary to make this convention a success. We resolve to keep in our hearts the words spoken here regarding the enduring community of Sacred Harp Singers. We further resolve to put those words into action by nurturing this community, by supporting as many singings as we can. We resolve to support the growth of this community by sharing with others this music we love and always to welcome the stranger in our midst. On orderly motion, the convention closed the business session. After announcements, the class sang "Parting Hand", and the convention was dismissed with prayer by Elder Charles Cagle.

Chairman—Jesse Roberts; Vice Chairman—Helen Bryson; Secretary—Hazel Cagle.

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Union Musical Convention

Big Creek Primitive Baptist Church, Alpharetta, Georgia
Sep 28-29, '96

Saturday, September 28

The one hundred twenty-eighth session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention was called to order by Chairman Jesse Roberts leading song on page 47t. The opening prayer was offered by Elder Roy Davis. Vice Chairman Helen Bryson led song on page 70t. Kenneth DeLong led the following songs for the introductory lesson: 31b, 87, 171, 278b, 282, 425, 317b, 572, and 560. Leaders: Jesse Roberts 456 (in honor of Mrs. Hazel Cagle who was a faithful attendee of this convention as well as Secretary for many year, and who passed away this August); Frances Mary D'Andrea 183, 198; Margie Dietz 46, 159; Loy Garrison 177, 137; Jeannette DePoy 369, 373 (dedicated to her godfather who passed away this morning).

RECESS

Helen Bryson called the class to order leading songs on pages 428 and 287. Leaders: Janice Paulk 478, 222; Horace DeLong 192, 45t; Joan Durden 29t, 47b; Don Bowen 59, 145b; Susan Roberts 49b, 155; John Plunkett and Jason Shirley 91, 182; Lee Rogers 184, 112; J. C. Moore 30t; Charlene Wallace 79, 283; Elder Roy Davis 348, 499.

LUNCH

Jesse Roberts resumed the singing leading songs on pages 108 and 214. Leaders: Mary Alice Latimer 358, 454; Andy Morse 84, 203; Frances Carnell 503, 551; Ashley Roberts 235, 532; Dan Bailey 569b, 401; Dianne Wall 147t, 497; Ted Mercer 138t, 185; Leanne Carnell 180, 547. On orderly motion, the Convention entered into a business session. The following officers were elected: Chairman—Jesse Roberts; Vice Chairman—Kenneth DeLong; Secretary—Helen Bryson. Kim Cagle reported that the convention account at Valley National Bank had been closed (total account on closing $2,245.06). Jesse Roberts resumed the singing leading song on page 39t.

RECESS

Kenneth DeLong resumed the singing by leading song on page 303. Leaders: Hannah Roberts 269, 501. The officers appointed the following committees: Finance and Locating—Richard DeLong and Kim Cagle; Arranging Committee—Judy Mincey and Susan Roberts; Memorial Committee—Jeannette DePoy and Faye Pettis; Resolutions—Ted Mercer and Lee Rogers; Chaplain—Elder Roy Davis. Leaders: Richard DeLong 439, 436; Dollie Hudgins 119, 61; Reuben Ball 318, 475; Faye Pettis 165, 434; Mike Castleberry 354b, 566; Judy Mincey and Susan Shirley 368, 376. Announcements were made. Jesse Roberts and Kenneth DeLong led 372 as the closing song. Elder Roy Davis offered the closing prayer.

Sunday, September 29

The second day of the convention began with Vice Chairman Kenneth DeLong leading songs on pages 34t and 73t. Elder Roy Davis offered the morning prayer. Leaders: Helen Bryson 448, 272; Jeannette DePoy 122, 475; Richard DeLong 316, 301; Susan Roberts 146, 277; Judy Mincey 494, 178; Faye Pettis 342, 380; Ted Mercer 123b, 134; Lee Rogers 347, 218; Elder Roy Davis 445, 48t; Charlene Wallace 267, 570.

RECESS

Helen Bryson called the class together by leading song on page 294. Leaders: John Hollingsworth 155, 196; Ashley Roberts 569b, 454; Reuben Ball 348b, 497; Floy Wilder 142, 297; Wesley Haley 300, 298; Hannah Roberts 385b, 504; Loy Garrison 104, 50b; Cathy White 34b, 358; Margie Dietz 101t, 102; Louis Hughes, Jr. 384, 76b; Rita Haley 268, 63.

LUNCH

The afternoon session began with Helen Bryson leading song on page 35. Leaders: Dollie Hudgins 82, 108t; Don Bowen 426t, 176t; Horace DeLong 460, 384; Dianne Wall 100, 299; Jack Corley 168, 328. The memorial lesson was held. The sick and shut-ins remembered are: Eva Reeves, Edna Wilson, Herm Wilson, Violet Thomason, Mary Morse, Jerry Sheppard, Mozelle Sheppard, Virgil Phillips, Ruby Phillips, Daphene Causey, Gertrude Bateman and Mildred Dumas. Jeannette DePoy asked us to remember these people and offer our support and encouragement. We should not make assumptions that they know we are thinking about them; go ahead and make a phone call or send a card. Cathy White led song on page 542 for the sick and shut-ins. The deceased remembered this year are: Velma Kelly, Annette Blalock, B. F. Pettis, Junurs Hudgins, Mae Moon, Charles Dannals, Chris Whiting, and William Headrick. Richard DeLong reminded us that this is the second oldest convention still to be held. We share a great sense of community, we're part of a large family, and the pull of Sacred Harp is very powerful. Lastly, it is only right that we should remember the matriarchs and patriarchs that have been a part of this legacy. Richard Delong led songs on pages 39b and 229 for the deceased. This year the convention has lost a very dear woman, Mrs. Hazel Cagle. She served for many years as the Secretary of this Convention and many other singings. She served as a mentor and guide to many singers, both young and old. She supported the tradition of Sacred Harp singing wherever she went and will always remain an inspiration. By request of the family, the following leaders led in memory of Hazel Cagle: Helen Bryson 456; Jesse Roberts 434; Kenneth DeLong 503.

RECESS

The class was called to order by Jesse Roberts leading song on page 66. Leaders: Dennis Walls 128, 288; Junior Wooten 480, 28b; Frances Mary D'Andrea 163t, 106; J. C. Moore 335, 45t; Laura Ackerman 304, 436; Dan Bailey 77b, 145t; Mike Castleberry 401, 127; John Plunkett 209, 53; Jean Lamer 117. The class was called into a business session to hear the following reports: Finance and Locating Committee Report—Camp Creek Primitive Baptist Church asked for and was granted the Convention to be held on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in August, 1997. Lee Rogers read the Resolutions Report as follows: The 128th session of the Union Musical Convention expresses gratitude to the One whose praise we sing for granting us once again the fellowship and joy of this convention, and the many blessings we enjoy. We thank the officers and committees who have run this Convention so smoothly, and made it such a pleasure for the rest of us. We are grateful for the many years that Hazel Cagle served this Convention, and illuminated it with her spirit. We thank all of those who made this convention a success; those whose voices made sublime music; those whose hands prepared delicious food; and those whose spirit and support encouraged and sustained us. We especially thank Big Creek Church and members for once again extending the hospitality they always show toward Sacred Harp singing and singers, old and new. We are hereby resolved to carry on the Union Musical Convention and the great tradition of Sacred Harp singing in the spirit of the community of singers, past and present, and to welcome into our midst the new singer that joins us to carry it forward into the future. On orderly motion, the convention closed the business session. After announcements, the class sang "Parting Hand", and the Convention was dismissed with prayer by Elder Roy Davis.

Chairman—Jesse Roberts; Vice Chairman—Kenneth DeLong; Secretary—Helen Bryson.

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Union Musical Convention

Camp Creek Primitive Baptist Church, Lilburn, Georgia
August 30-31, 1997

Saturday, August 30

The one hundred twenty-ninth session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp singing convention was called to order by Chairman Jesse Roberts leading song on page 34b. The opening prayer was offered by Kenneth DeLong. Vice Chairman Kenneth DeLong led songs on pages 171 and 402, followed by Secretary Helen Bryson leading 503 and 217.

Richard DeLong led the following songs for the Introductory Lesson: 27, 60, 75, 88, 99, and 77t.

Leaders: Judy Mincey 278t; Don Bowen 157, 282; Loy Garrison 512, 498; Frances Mary D'Andrea 182, 335; Jacob Griffin 30b, 290; Ashley Roberts 178, 192; Jeanette DePoy 475, 142.

RECESS

Kenneth DeLong called the class to order leading song on page 34t. Leaders: Ted Mercer 104, 510; Lee Rogers 145b, 218; John Plunkett 280, 358; Laurie Allison 63 (for her father), 77b; Dan Bailey 81, 114; Tollie Lee 285t, 319.

On orderly motion, the convention entered into a business session. The following officers were elected: Chairman—Kenneth DeLong; Vice Chairman—Richard DeLong; Secretary/Treasurer—Helen Bryson; Chaplain—Jesse Roberts. The officers appointed the following committees: Locating—Kenneth DeLong, Richard DeLong, and Nora Roberts; Finance—Don Bowen and Loy Garrison; Arranging—Andy Morse and Laurie Allison; Memorial—Jeanette DePoy and Judy Mincey; Resolutions—Jesse Roberts and John Plunkett.

Jack Corley led song on page 123b.

LUNCH

Richard DeLong called the class to order leading songs on pages 97 and 542. Leaders: Kenneth DeLong 501b; Hannah Roberts 49t, 269; Judy Mincey 347; Louis Hughes, Sr. 274t; Doug Allison 514, 383; Faye Pettis 67, 380; Martha Ann Stegar 275t, 324; John Shipey 155, 45t; Andy Morse 186, 426; Susan Roberts 47b, 146; Liz Bryant 66, 276; Helen Bryson 344 (with friends Marian Monk, Sara Goss, and Mary Osborne); Joan Durden 35, 159; Lee Rogers 228; Frances Mary D'Andrea 384; Tollie Lee 30t, 127; Jesse Roberts 215.

As the business session was still open, Kenneth DeLong asked to be relieved of the Chairman's position for the coming year. On orderly motion, Richard DeLong will assume the Chaiman position and Doug Allison will assume the Vice Chairman position.

Announcements were made. The song on page 323 was led for the closing song, and the class was dismissed with prayer by Jesse Roberts.

Sunday, August 31

The day of singing began with Chairman Richard DeLong leading songs on pages 101t and 138b. The morning prayer was offered by John Hollingsworth. Leaders: Doug Allison 213, 378b; Louis Hughes, Jr. 147t, 49b; John Hollingsworth 460, 77b; Loy Garrison 74b, 50; Charlene Wallace 79, 388; Bobby Bailey 82t, 35; Jeanette DePoy 456, 201b; Laurie Allison 36b, 85; Ted Mercer 467, 151; Faye Pettis 532, 343; Andy Morse 84, 417.

RECESS

Doug Allison called the class to order by leading song on page 89. Leaders: Louis Hughes, Sr. 480, 61; Don Bowen 225t, 283; Hannah Roberts 209, 47b; Helen Bryson 171, 361; Susan Roberts 155, 129.

The memorial lesson was held. Judy Mincey read from the Wisdom of Solomon, Chapter 3, verses 1-9.

The names of the deceased are as follows: Mel Bailey, Gail Rich, Madolin McGray, Hazel Cagle, Howard Bynum, Alvin Parker, Nora Collett, Unie B. Howard, Ernest Phillips, Willa Mae Holt, Marilou Jolly, Silas Lee, Jimmy Causey, Bonnie Ashley, Lola Myrtle Roberson, Rodger Morrison, Quay Smathers, Clelan Cobb, Buddy Tindal, Lola Jenkins, Eva Corley Reeves, Bob Farrell, Barrett Ashley, and Bob Fannin. Faye Pettis led songs on pages 285t and 549 for the deceased.

Jeanette DePoy spoke for the sick and shut-ins. "Some say that you can pick your friends but you can't pick your family, but you can pick your family—your Sacred Harp family. Some say that you can't go home again, but whenever you go to a Sacred Harp singing, you are home again. The Sacred Harp love is a love that binds and surrounds us like an everlasting embrace".

The sick and shut-in are: Virgil Phillips, Ruby Phillips, Jap Walton, Mozelle Sheppard, Jerry Sheppard, Mary Frances Dannals, Charlotte Allison, J. Leonard Weaver, Dollie Hudgins, Horace DeLong, Violet Thomason, Herman Thomason, Revy Williamson, and Charles Ivey. Ted Mercer led song on page 39b for the sick and shut-in. The memorial was closed with prayer by Jesse Roberts.

LUNCH

The afternoon session began with Richard DeLong leading songs on pages 176b and 316. Leaders: Ashley Roberts 216, 182; John Shipey 192, 114; Jesse Roberts 120, 327; John Plunkett 71, 523; Kenneth DeLong 279, 395; Liz Bryant 189, 349; Martha An Stegar 312b, 312t; Alice West 347; Judy Mincey 376, 236.

The class was called into a business session to hear the following reports:

Locating—Ebenezer Primitive Baptist Church asked for and was granted the convention to be held on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in August 1998.

Finance Committee—The collection for both days was $164.37. Before expenses the total in account was $2,593.31. After expenses the total in account is $2,629.68.

Resolutions Committee—We, the members of the 129th session of the Union Musical Convention do hereby resolve to thank:

1. God for the opportunity afforded us to be able to participate in the great tradition of Sacred Harp, and be a part of it;
2. Camp Creek Primitive Baptist Church for allowing us the use of their meeting house and facilities for this convention;
3. all the people who prepared, brought, and served the wonderful dinners that we enjoyed both days;
4. all those who came to sing and listen over the past two days, and to work in our communities to create and support interest in this tradition by use of our time, our prayers, and our finances, and to hold one another up before the Lord in prayer.

The reports were accepted into the minutes.

Leaders: Doug Allison 95b; Alice West 276; Ted Mercer 522; Brady DeLong 317; Helen Bryson 328; Don Bowen 171; Louis Hughes, Jr. 448t; Hannah Roberts 181; Ashley Roberts 419; Jesse Roberts 436; Susan Roberts 29b; Bobby Bailey 548.

Announcements were made. The convention officers led song on page 62 as the closing song, and the class was dismissed with prayer by Jesse Roberts.

Chairman—Richard DeLong; Vice Chairman—Doug Allison; Secretary—Helen Bryson.

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Union Musical Convention

Ebenezer Primitive Baptist Church, Dunwoody, Georgia
Aug 29-30, '98

Saturday, August 29

The one hundred thirtieth session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp singing convention was called to order by Richard DeLong leading song on page 97. The opening prayer was offered by Eric Tweedy. Chairman Richard DeLong led song on page 131b. Vice Chairman Doug Allison led songs on pages 27 and 277. Secretary Helen Bryson led songs on pages 121 and 112. Jesse Roberts led the following songs for the Introductory Lesson: 29b, 501, 171, 500, 57, and 234.

Leaders: Kenneth DeLong 542, 403; Laurie Allison 182, 36b; Loy Garrison 47t, 566; John Plunkett 402, 543; Jeannette DePoy 179, 383.

RECESS

Richard DeLong called the class to order leading song on page 418. Leaders: Dan Bailey 143, 183; Violet Thomason 119, 343, 189; Frances Mary D'Andrea 86, 280; Eric Tweedy 370, 200; Ginny Landgraf 290, 102; Dianne Walls 159, 47b.

On orderly motion, the convention entered into a business session. The following officers were elected or appointed: Chairman—Richard DeLong; Vice Chairman—Jeannette DePoy; Secretary/Treasurer—Helen Bryson; Arranging Committee—Susan Roberts and Dianne Walls; Memorial Committee—John Plunkett and Ted Mercer; Locating and Finance Committee—Loy Garrison and Kenneth DeLong; Resolutions Committee—Jesse Roberts and Laura Akerman.

Leaders: Richard DeLong 67; Reuben Ball 497, 318.

LUNCH

Jeannette DePoy called the class to order by leading song on page 89. Leaders: Faye Pettis 494, 105; Karen Willard 46, 198; Ted Mercer 132, 202; Jeff Sheppard 571, 540; Janice Paulk 70 (for Mrs. Gert DeLong), 478; Jack Corley 123b, 430; Shelbie Sheppard 431, 333; Dollie Hudgins 61 (for grandson, Joe DeLong), 108t; Shirley Wagner 196, 101b; Frances Carnell 535, 542; Hugh McGraw 369; Laura Akerman 192, 569b.

RECESS

The class was called to order by Helen Bryson leading song on page 213. Leaders: Susan Roberts 82, 276; Anita Ray 401; Leann Carnell 66, 328; Glenn Ray 354b, 59; Chris Carnell 163, 474.

Announcements were made. Richard DeLong led song on page 323t for the closing song. The class was dismissed with prayer by Kenneth DeLong.

Sunday, August 30

The day of singing began with Chairman Richard DeLong leading song on page 60. The opening prayer was offered by Kenneth DeLong. Leaders: Richard DeLong 571; Jeannette DePoy 32t, 77t; Loy Garrison 347, 544; Helen Bryson 288, 522; Kenneth DeLong 408, 301; Ginny Landgraf 332, 503; John Plunkett 504, 66; Faye Pettis 510, 516; Don Bowen 283, 282; Laura Akerman 85 (in memory of her father), 224; Ted Mercer 302, 285b; Judy Mincey 540, 538.

RECESS

The class was called to order by Jeannette DePoy leading song on page 475. Leaders: Jack Corley 168, 300; Reuben Ball 384, 460; Rachael Carlisle 145t, 204; Hugh McGraw 484; Raymond Hamrick 225t; Jesse Roberts 225b, 192; Charlene Wallace 99, 299.

The memorial lesson was led by Ted Mercer. "This is an opportunity to remember those who have died since last year." Ted shared a recent experience while attending the funeral of a Chicago singer. "God has given us a gift through these people; if they hadn't shared this gift, the singing would be lost". Those remembered this year include: A. W. Stanson, Anne Block, Kim Cagle, Jerry Sheppard, Janet Rogers, Luke Allen, Bob Hart, Gertrude Bateman, Janet Borman, and Cansada Weatherford. Ted Mercer led song on page 48t for the deceased.

John Plunkett led song on page 340 for the sick and shut-ins which included: Frank Block, Mary Frances Dannals, Horace DeLong, Mozelle Sheppard, Virgil Phillips, Ruby Phillips, and Una DeLong. The memorial was closed with prayer by Jesse Roberts.

LUNCH

The class was called to order by Richard DeLong leading songs on pages 36t and 44. Leaders: Carlene Griffin 77b, 548; Janice Paulk 392, 448b; Louis Hughes, Sr. 278t, 378b; Vaudie Shearer 45t, 143; Dollie Hudgins 278b; Eric Tweedy 312b, 442; Dianne Walls 294, 551; Susan Roberts 29b, 155; Scott DePoy 179; Mary Anne White 72b; Vinnie Rosenzweig 99; Hugh McGraw 553, 263.

RECESS

The class was called to order by Jeannette DePoy and Scott DePoy leading song on page 146. Leaders: Helen Bryson 456 (in memory of Kim Cagle and Hazel Cagle); Loy Garrison 480; Ginny Landgraf 481; Jesse Roberts 344; Raymond Hamrick 350; Laura Akerman 365; Judy Mincey 497; Ted Mercer 385b.

The class was called into a business session to hear the following reports:

Locating Committee—Oak Grove Primitive Baptist Church asked for and was granted the convention to be held on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in August, 1999.

Finance Committee—A motion was made and seconded to increase the amount of money for expenses to the host church from $25.00 per day to $50.00 per day. The collection for both days was $182.00. Before expenses the total on account was $2,915.88. After expenses the total in account is $2,755.88.

Resolutions Committee—We, the Resolutions Committee for the 130th annual session of the Union Musical Convention propose the following resolutions:

1. Resolved, to thank God for blessing and preserving this tradition for us and for His still calling people to write these tunes.
2. Resolved, to thank Ebenezer Primitive Baptist Church for their hospitality in providing their meeting house and facilities.
3. Resolved, to thank all the people who prepared the dinners that we enjoyed both days.
4. Resolved, to thank all those who came from far and near to sing, listen, and support Sacred Harp in this community, and to pray for them and one another.
5. Resolved, to leave here with renewed dedication to introduce and encourage others to join in this wonderful tradition of Sacred Harp.

The reports were accepted into the minutes. Announcements were made. The convention officers led song on page 62 as the closing song. The class was dismissed with prayer by Jesse Roberts.

Chairman—Richard DeLong; Vice Chairman—Jeannette DePoy; Secretary/Treasurer—Helen Bryson.

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Union Musical Convention

Oak Grove Primitive Baptist Church, Alpharetta, Georgia
Aug 28-29, '99

Saturday, August 28

The one hundred thirty-first session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp singing convention was called to order by Richard DeLong leading songs on pages 138t and 104. The morning prayer was offered by Eric Tweedy. Chairman Richard DeLong led song on page 177; Secretary/Treasurer Helen Bryson 138b, 205, 102.

Kenneth DeLong led the following songs for the introductory lesson: 80b, 81t, 87, 171, 282, 283, 318, 303, 316, and 530.

Leaders: Loy Garrison 441, 498, 99; Bobby Cagle 34b, 405.

RECESS

Richard DeLong called the class back to order leading song on page 437b.

On orderly motion, the convention entered into a business session. The following officers were elected or appointed: Chairman—Loy Garrison; Vice Chairman—John Plunkett; Secretary/Treasurer—Helen Bryson; Chaplain—Bobby Cagle; Finance Committee—Don Bowen and Lee Rogers; Memorial Committee—Jack Smith and Judy Mincey; Arranging Committee—Richard DeLong and Faye Pettis; Locating Committee—Kenneth DeLong; Resolutions Committee—Eric Tweedy.

Leaders: Eric Tweedy 84, 183, 348t; Jack Corley 168, 336, 430; Loy Garrison 317; Lee Rogers 35, 163b, 270; Ray Richards 339, 490, 119.

LUNCH

John Plunkett called the class to order by leading song on page 52t. Leaders: Otis Hester 383, 434, 195; Polly Hester 137, 145t, 480; Don Bowen 40, 46, 155; Hugh McGraw 111b, 531, 53; Jack Smith 147t, 515, 299; Laura Akerman 338, 70b, 113.

RECESS

The class was called to order by Loy Garrison leading song on page 510. Leaders: John Plunkett 511, 50t, 499; Judy Mincey 34t, 368, 538; Faye Pettis 67, 105, 343 (for Violet Thomason and Herman Thomason); Andy Anderson 50b, 31b, 31t; Charles Deering 178.

Announcements were made. Loy Garrison led song on page 62 as the closing song. Bobby Cagle dismissed the class with prayer.

Sunday, August 29

The day of singing began with Chairman Loy Garrison leading songs on pages 59 and 75. Bobby Cagle led the morning prayer.

Leaders: John Plunkett 539; Ray Richards 73b, 45t; Mary Lou Cagle 460, 340, 139; Dollie Hudgins 82t, 61; Vaudie Shearer 343, 143, 294; Bobby Cagle 381b, 43, 566; Lee Rogers 164, 73t, 475 (for Scott and Jeannette DePoy).

RECESS

The class was called to order by John Plunkett leading song on page 78. Leaders: Judy Mincey 365, 474; Eric Tweedy 358, 217, 300; Faye Pettis 383, 30, 549b; Jack Corley 123b, 421.

The Memorial Lesson was led by Judy Mincey. Judy shared from her heart how much Sacred Harp has come to mean to her, in part, as a result of having known and sung with these deceased that we remember at this time. Those remembered this year include: Horace DeLong, Richard Allison, and Elder Roy Avery. Judy Mincey led song on page 510 for the deceased.

Dianne Walls led song on page 50b for the sick and shut-ins which included: John Bailey—Illinois; Vivian Rogers, Euna DeLong, Gert DeLong, Regina Cagle, Mozelle Sheppard, Violet Thomason, Herman Thomason, and Elder Roy Davis—Georgia; Charlotte Allison, Virgil Phillips, and Ruby Phillips—Alabama. The memorial was closed with prayer by Bobby Cagle.

LUNCH

The class was called to order by Loy Garrison leading song on page 74b. Leaders: Richard DeLong 482, 395, 362; Charles Deering 524; Susan Posey 66, 497, 503; Hugh McGraw and Brady DeLong 36b, 423, 317; Helen Bryson 131b, 163t, 456; Charlene Wallace 192, 201; Don Bowen 231, 229, 228 (for Syd Caldwell); Laura Akerman 543, 200, 499.

RECESS

The class was called to order by Loy Garrison leading song on page 410. Leaders: Bonnie Flowers 347 (for her sister, June Smith), 47t; Otis Hester 542, 498, 203, 269; Dianne Walls 159, 483, 100; Frances Mary D'Andrea 326, 551, 290; Kenneth DeLong 568, 548.

The class was called into business session to hear the following reports.

Locating Committee—Big Creek Primitive Baptist Church has been granted to host the convention to be held on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in July, 2000.

Finance Committee—The collection for both days was $126.50. Before expenses, the total on account was $3,133.34. After expenses the total on account is $3,099.84.

Resolutions Committee—The One Hundred Thirty First Meeting of the Union Musical Convention in convention these 28th and 29th days of August, A.D., 1999, WITNESSETH:

WHEREAS: The tradition of shape note singing has survived on this continent for more than 200 years; and

WHEREAS: During those two centuries, countless thousands of souls have been supported, strengthened, and inspired by the divine poetry of the Christian faith set with music suitable for the uplifting of the heart and the human spirit; and

WHEREAS: The Sacred Harp has for 155 of those years comprised a collection of the finest specimens of the tune writers art representing all that is true, noble, just, pure, lovely, of good report, virtuous, and praiseworthy; and

WHEREAS: The fellowship, kindness, and camaraderie of Sacred Harp singing are openly available to all who would partake regardless of age, race, gender, or experience; and

WHEREAS: We are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses of those who have gone before, who sought the old paths and walked therein, who through a community that transcends the bounds of time and place continue to teach us how to walk even today; and

WHEREAS: The Union Musical Convention has propagated the Sacred Harp tradition through annual conventions for the past 130 years; and

WHEREAS: The loving memory of those Sacred Harp singers that have been members of this convention but who now wait for us to join them forms in us a sacred obligation to celebrate their memory by continuing in their means of expression of faith;

THEREFORE be it resolved by this Convention and all present:

That the Union Musical Convention continue to carry forward the tradition of Sacred Harp singing by meeting annually for that purpose; That all present and associated with the Convention strive to perpetuate not only the tradition of Sacred Harp singing but also the spirit of goodwill and faith that attends it;

That we honor those who delivered this heritage to us by passing the tradition down to succeeding generations;

That we honor our Creator, not only through our singing, but also through our care and love for each other;

RESOLVED this 29th day of August, A.D. 1999;

To GOD be the praise and the honor and the glory forever. Amen.

Submitted by: Eric Tweedy.

The reports were accepted into the minutes. Announcements were made.

Loy Garrison and John Plunkett led the closing song on page 56t. The class was dismissed with prayer by Charles Cagle.

Chairman—Loy Garrison; Vice Chairman—John Plunkett; Secretary—Helen Bryson.

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Union Musical Convention

Big Creek Primitive Baptist Church, Alpharetta, Georgia
July 29-30, 2000

Saturday, July 29

The one hundred thirty-second session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Convention was called to order by Vice Chairman John Plunkett leading song on page 49t. Kenneth DeLong offered the morning prayer.

Richard DeLong led the following songs for the introductory lesson: 90, 103, 102, 109, 271t, 511, 395, and 396.

Leaders: Faye Pettis 498, 61; Andy Anderson 178, 117; Bill Hollingsworth 551, 236; Andy Morse 448t, 455; Chris Tweedy 369, 535.

RECESS

The class was called to order by John Plunkett leading song on page 276, and Helen Bryson leading songs on pages 428 and 522.

On orderly motion, the convention entered into a business session. The following officers were elected or appointed: Chairman—John Plunkett; Vice Chairman—Scott DePoy; Secretary/Treasurer—Helen Bryson; Memorial Committee—Kenneth DeLong and Jeannette DePoy; Locating Committee—Helen Bryson; Finance Committee—Don Bowen and Andy Anderson; Resolutions Committee—Richard DeLong and Eric Tweedy; Chaplain—Jesse Roberts; Arranging Committee—Judy Mincey and Faye Pettis.

Under new business—Richard DeLong asked the class to consider changing the date of the convention from the first fifth Sunday and Saturday before after the 4th of July to the first fifth Sunday and Saturday before after Labor Day. A short discussion was held. The business session was closed.

Leaders: John Plunkett 463; Susan Roberts 146, 40; Carlene Griffin 155, 448b; Don Bowen 37b, 521; Everette Denney 335, 405; Jack Corley 332, 340; Violet Thomason 112, 318, 358.

LUNCH

Scott DePoy called the afternoon session to order with song on page 45t. Leaders: Eric Tweedy 183, 532; Jeannette DePoy 142, 456; Jesse Roberts and Micah Roberts 480, 192; Judy Mincey 475, 516; John Hollingsworth 147t, 196; Allison Ivey and David Ballinger 454, 300; Scott DePoy and Jerrod Dall 497, 32t; Charlene Wallace 49b, 63; Lela Crowder 34b, 452; Richard DeLong 72b.

As there were a number of visitors present, Richard DeLong gave a short talk on the history of Sacred Harp and a the history of the convention. Visitors were encouraged to stand in the square with leaders.

RECESS

John Plunkett called the class to order leading song on page 168. Leaders: Kenneth DeLong 316, 34t; Helen Bryson 163t; David Ballinger and Allison Ivey 384, 270; Violet Thomason 189, 343; Faye Pettis 447, 105; Andy Morse 99; Jesse Roberts 380; Jerrod Dall 515.

Announcements were made. John Plunkett led song on page 46 as the closing song. Jesse Roberts offered the closing prayer.

Sunday, July 30

The day of singing began with Chairman John Plunkett leading songs on pages 77b and 82b. Loy Garrison offered the morning prayer.

Leaders: Scott DePoy 82t, 123b; Richard DeLong 35, 123t; Andy Anderson 49t, 479; Helen Bryson 217, 205; Loy Garrison 74t, 171; Everette Denney 61, 274t; Laura Akerman 224, 170; Don Bowen and Jerrod Dall 515 (for Lee Rogers), 348b (in memory of Don's father, Mr. E.C. Bowen); Eric Tweedy 277, 200; Jeannette DePoy 475 (for her husband, Scott DePoy), 56b.

RECESS

Scott DePoy brought the class to order leading song on page 159. Leaders: Jack Corley 421, 430; Charlene Wallace and Kay Mauvahill 40, 101t; Faye Pettis and son, Wayne Day 235, 45t; John Hollingsworth 460, 186.

The memorial lesson was led by Jeannette DePoy with comments of how difficult it is to imagine singings without those that we remember today. At all memorial lessons, we remember those singers who have gone on before.

Richard DeLong spoke of his grandmother, Mrs. Dollie Hudgins, and how she had accomplished the introducing of Sacred Harp and the musical tradition to him. He spoke of the special bond that he shared with her, and that they shared a friendship not often found today between grandchildren and grandparents. Richard DeLong led song on page 285t for the deceased: Dollie Hudgins, Karen House, Virgil Phillips, Ray Richard's sister, Don Wilkerson (Oklahoma), and Flora Bells.

Jeannette DePoy spoke of the prayer that is always answered: Thy will be done.

Jesse Roberts quoted from the scripture, Romans Chapter 8, and led song on page 229 for the sick and shut-ins: Herman Thomason, Euna DeLong, Elder Roy Davis, Mary Davis, Charlotte Allison (Doug Allison's mother), Mozelle Sheppard, and Jack Smith. Loy Garrison closed the memorial with prayer.

LUNCH

John Plunkett began the afternoon of singing with song on page 64. Leaders: Oscar McGuire 57, 276; Jesse Roberts 320, 351; Stephen Latimer 178, 455; Susan Roberts 344, 155; David Yeager 68b, 72b; Kenneth DeLong 338, 301; Hannah Roberts 86, 181; Judy Mincey 50b, 454; Richard DeLong 494 (by request).

RECESS

Scott DePoy called the class to order by leading song on page 179. Leaders: Andy Anderson 63; Helen Bryson 532; Kevin Webb 457, 401; Wayne Day 383; Loy Garrison 498; Everette Denney 405; Laura Akerman 499; Don Bowen 347; Eric Tweedy 442; Jesse Roberts 153.

The class was called into a business session. Richard DeLong put forth the following motion: to change the date of the convention to be the first fifth Sunday and Saturday before after Labor Day. The reasoning is that on this date, there would be less conflict with other singings and enable more support for this convention. The motion was seconded and passed by the class.

Locating Committee—Camp Creek Primitive Baptist Church will sponsor the convention to be held at Sweetwater Chapel on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in September 2001.

Finance Committee—The collection for both days was $270.37. Total on account before expenses was $3,327.96. After expenses were deducted, the total on account is $3,448.33.

Resolutions Committee—The one hundred thirty-second meeting of the Union Musical Convention in convention these 29th and 30th days of July, A.D., 2000, WITNESSETH:

WHEREAS: The tradition of shape note singing has survived on this continent for more than 200 years; and

WHEREAS: During those two centuries, countless thousands of souls have been supported, strengthened, and inspired by the divine poetry of the Christian faith set with music suitable for the uplifting of the heart and the human spirit; and

WHEREAS: The Sacred Harp has for 155 of those years comprised a collection of the finest specimens of the tune writers art representing all that is true, noble, just, pure, lovely, of good report, virtuous, and praiseworth; and

WHEREAS: The fellowship, kindness, and camaraderie of Sacred Harp singing are openly available to all who would partake regardless of age, race, gender, or experience; and

WHEREAS: We are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses of those who have gone before, who sought the old paths and walked therein, who through a community that transcends the bounds of time and place continue to teach us how to walk even today; and

WHEREAS: The Union Musical Convention has propagated the Sacred Harp tradition through annual conventions for the past 130 years; and

WHEREAS: The loving memory of those Sacred Harp singers that have been members of this convention but who now wait for us to join them, forms in us a sacred obligation to celebrate their memory by continuing in their means of expression of faith;

THEREFORE: Be it resolved by this convention and all present:

That the Union Musical Convention continue to carry forward the tradition of Sacred Harp singing by meeting annually for that purpose;

That all present and associated with the convention strive to perpetuate not only the tradition of Sacred Harp singing but also the spirit of goodwill and faith that attends it;

That we honor those who delivered the heritage to us by passing the tradition down to succeeding generations; and

That we honor our Creator through our singing, and our care and love for each other.

RESOLVED this 30th day of July, A.D., 2000; To GOD be the praise and the honor and the glory forever. Amen. Submitted by Eric Tweedy.

The reports were accepted into the minutes. The business session was closed.

Announcements were made. John Plunkett, Scott DePoy, and Helen Bryson led song on page 62 as the closing song. Jesse Roberts dismissed the class with prayer.

Chairman—John Plunkett; Vice Chairman—Scott DePoy; Secretary/Treasurer—Helen Bryson.

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Union Musical Convention

Sweetwater Memorial Chapel, Lilburn, Georgia
Sep 29-30, '01

Saturday, September 29

The one hundred thirty-third session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Convention was called to order by Chairman John Plunkett leading song on page 171. Jesse Roberts offered the morning prayer. John Plunkett led song on page 31t.

The introductory lesson was conducted by Kenneth DeLong who led the following songs: 59, 303, 97, 87, 275b, 203, 319, 541, 422, and 316.

Leaders: Vice Chairman Scott DePoy 47b, 179; Secretary Helen Bryson 456; Helen Bryson and Diane Hodgnett 49b; Judy Mincey 410t, 50b; Jeannette DePoy 217, 216; Jesse Roberts 242, 34t.

RECESS

John Plunkett called the class back to order leading song on page 52t. Richard DeLong led songs on pages 36t and 61.

On orderly motion, the convention entered into a business session. The following officers were elected or appointed: Chairman—Scott DePoy; Vice Chairman—Jessica Roberts; Secretary/Treasurer—Helen Bryson; Chaplain—Jesse Roberts; Memorial Committee—Ted Mercer and Rodney Ivey; Finance Committee—Doug Allison and Andy Anderson; Arranging Committee—Jeannette DePoy; Resolutions Committee—John Plunkett and Judy Mincey.

Leaders: Lela Crowder 270, 278b; Ted Mercer 92, 181; Susan Roberts and Micah Roberts 155, 37b; Eric Tweedy 148, 200; Margie Dietz 47t, 268; Andy Anderson 276, 28t; Laurie Allison and Emma Allison 335; Loy Garrison 74t, 75; Shelbie Sheppard 332, 499; Charles Woods 271t, 411; Rodney Ivey 142, 384; Henry Johnson 231, 418; Doug Allison 77t, 71; Jeff Sheppard 347, 322.

LUNCH

Scott DePoy called the afternoon session to order leading song on page 235. Leaders: Jessica Roberts 479, 91; Alice West 207, 448b; Eric Tweedy 442; Helen Bryson 196; Jesse Roberts 186; Shelbie Sheppard 110; Ted Mercer 192; Margie Dietz 46; Henry Johnson 570; Lela Crowder 282; Richard DeLong 374; Judy Mincey 497; Rodney Ivey 277; Loy Garrison 503; Jeff Sheppard 464; Doug Allison 278t; Andy Anderson 120; Charles Woods 149; Susan Roberts 40; Alice West 294; Laura Akerman 454.

Helen Bryson gave a short history of the Sweetwater Memorial Chapel.

Announcements were made. Scott DePoy led song on page 36b as the closing song. Jesse Roberts offered the closing prayer.

Sunday, September 30

The day of singing began with Chairman Scott DePoy leading songs on pages 101t and 421. Jeff Sheppard offered the morning prayer.

Leaders: Jessica Roberts 37b, 148, 99; Jeannette DePoy 39b, 44, 436; Cathy White 63, 34b, 84; Andy Anderson 38b, 39t; Lela Crowder 56b, 112, 430; Junie Wooten 503, 492; Teenie Moody 171, 187; John Plunkett 271b, 53, 435.

RECESS

Jessica Roberts called the class to order by leading song on page 542. Leaders: Lee Rogers 147b, 540, 350; John Hollingsworth 138t, 176t; Mary Florence Smith 271t, 441, 57; Bob Goodman 66, 68b, 155; Laura Akerman 532, 434.

RECESS

Scott DePoy called the class to order leading song on page 201. Leaders: Helen Bryson 163t, 300, 522; Joel Jenkins 82t, 59; Susan Roberts 146, 339.

Ted Mercer conducted the memorial lesson. The following deceased singers were remembered: Herman Thomason, Uncle Jack Corley, Mary Lou Cagle, Doris Sills, and J.B. Parker—Georgia; Jerilyn Schumacher—Illinois; Eula Johnson and Roie Alexander—Alabama. Richard DeLong led songs on pages 123b and 348b for the deceased.

The sick and shut-ins remembered were: Helen Plunkett, Robert DePoy, Barbara DePoy, June Smith, Mozelle Sheppard, and Don Bowen—Georgia; Roy Nelson family, Alice Edwards, Joyce Walton, Jap Walton, Marie Ivey, and Polly Moore—Alabama. Rodney Ivey led songs on pages 275b and 138b for the sick and shut-ins. Jesse Roberts closed the memorial lesson with prayer.

LUNCH

Scott DePoy began the afternoon of singing leading song on page 48t. Leaders: Jackson Harcrow 354b, 153; Shelbie Sheppard 242, 263 (by request); Ted Mercer 280, 345b; Susan Harcrow 113, 142; Jesse Roberts 291, 365; Henry Johnson 566, 535; Jeff Sheppard 362, 538; Dan Huger 501b, 474; Rodney Ivey 172, 564; Richard DeLong 567.

RECESS

Jessica Roberts called the class to order leading song on page 128. Leaders: Sarah Harcrow 168, 340; Kenneth DeLong 301; Frances Mary D'Andrea 547, 182; Faye Holbrook and son, Wayne Pettis 343b (for Violet Thomason), 45t; Judy Mincey 367, 510; Alice West 496, 540.

The business session was continued for the purpose of hearing committee reports.

The Locating Committee reported that next year's convention will be held at Ebenezer Primitive Baptist Church.

Resolutions Committee—The 133rd meeting of the Union Musical Convention hereby offers the following: We resolve to offer thanks to Almighty God for all blessings bestowed upon us:

1. For this country in which we can freely meet and sing these songs, both old and new;
2. For the songs and the writers, past and present, stirring us to live more fully;
3. For the fellowship of kindred hearts and minds.

We offer our gratitude to Sweetwater Memorial Chapel, and those who maintain it, for allowing us to come and sing in this historic place.

We offer our thanks to all the convention officers whose work, though perhaps not seen, is not unnoticed.

We praise all the cooks and thank them for the bounty they prepared each day.

We resolve to continue to "walk in the old paths," seeking to establish that "New Jerusalem" in our hearts and in the world.

Submitted this day, the 30th of September 2001. Resolutions Committee—Judy Mincey and John Plunkett.

On orderly motion by Richard DeLong, it was moved and carried that the Young People's Convention would be held jointly with the Union Musical Convention on Saturday of next year's convention, and the years following when the convention falls on the same weekend.

Finance Report—Balance brought forward $3,640.90. Expenses of the convention totaled $270.10; collection for both days totaled $242.50. Balance on hand—$3,613.30. The business session was closed.

Announcements were made. Scott DePoy led song on page 192 as the closing song. Jesse Roberts offered the closing prayer, and the class was dismissed.

Chairman—Scott DePoy; Vice Chairman—Jessica Roberts; Secretary/Treasurer—Helen Bryson.

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Young People's Convention and Union Musical Convention

Ebenezer Primitive Baptist Church, Dunwoody, Georgia
Sep 28-29, '02

Saturday, September 28

The Young People's Convention met in joint session with the Union Musical Convention on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in September. The twenty-second session of the Young People's Convention and the one hundred thirty-fourth session of the Union Musical Convention met at Ebenezer Primitive Baptist Church in Dunwoody, Georgia.

Scott DePoy and Sarah Jenkins called the class to order leading songs on pages 46 and 101t. Jesse Roberts offered the morning prayer.

Cassie Franklin and Richard DeLong conducted the introductory lessons. Cassie Franklin led songs on pages 138b, 270, 300, and 209; Richard DeLong led songs on pages 316, 374, 375, 385t, and 283.

Leaders: Jessica Roberts 479; Riley Lee 40; Jenna Strizak 217; Hannah Highsmith 58; Kitty Kagay 216; Phillip Langley 110; Amy Lee 146; April Dell 376; Shaffiq Welji 183; Laura Clawson 362; Bryant Lee 99; Leanne Carter 313b; Mary Lee 358; Chris Carnell 36b; Shane O'Neal 59; Brady DeLong 47t; Brooks Strickland 361.

RECESS

Lela Crowder called the class back to order leading song on page 82t. Allison Schofield led song on page 81t.

On orderly motion the class went into a business session for the purpose of electing officers. The following officers were elected or appointed to serve for both Conventions: Chairman—Jessica Roberts; Vice Chairman—Lela Crowder; Chaplain—Martin Highsmith; Memorial Committee—Jesse Roberts, John Plunkett, and Mary Lee; Finance Committee—Brady DeLong, Phillip Langley, and Brooks Strickland; Arranging Committee—Hannah Highsmith, Cassie Franklin, Amy Lee, and Laura Clawson; Resolutions Committee—Judy Mincey, David Lee, Bryant Lee, and Rachel Carlisle.

Officers to serve only on behalf of the Young People's Convention were: Secretary—Ashley Roberts; Locating Committee—Sarah Jenkins.

Officers and Committees to serve only on behalf of the Union Musical Convention were: Secretary/Treasurer—Helen Bryson; Locating Committee—Helen Bryson and Richard DeLong.

Leaders: Kelsey Wessels 29t; Patrick Brown 189; Linda Shea 282; Matt DeLong 34t; Trevor East 63; Tim Cook and Mako Cook 531, 503; Sandra Wilkinson 384; Tollie Lee 385b; Eric Tweedy 327; Susan Posey 178; Herman Wilkinson 215; Mike Castleberry 515; Gaston White 84; Christy DeLong 454; Frances Carnell 543.

LUNCH

Lela Crowder called the afternoon session to order leading song on page 106. Leaders: Kshama Ananthapura 274t; Rodney Ivey 426; Susan Harcrow 208; Ashley Roberts 436; David Lee 299; Reba Windom 222; Violet Thomason 318; Sally House 171; Kathy Lee 145b; Dennis George 532; Janice Paulk 498; Jesse Roberts "Ebenezer"; Clarke Lee 112; Cassie Franklin and Jessica Roberts 142; Helen Bryson 411; Rachel Carlisle 192; Diane Wall 497; Judy Mincey 475; Andy Anderson 510; David Yeager 148.

RECESS

Lela Crowder called the class to order leading song on page 186. Leaders: Andy Morse 328; Lee Rogers 176b; Laura Akerman 404; John Plunkett 136; Sarah Jenkins 203; Jenna Strizak 277; Kitty Kagay 379; Shaffiq Welji 245; Leanne Carter 47b; Allison Schofield 448t; Kelsey Wessels 442; Linda Shea 335; Phillip Langley 542.

Reports for the Young People's Convention were given.

The Locating Committee, Sarah Jenkins, reported that the next session of the Convention would be held at Fuller Cemetery in Ider, Alabama on Saturday, August 30, 2003 (Saturday before the first fifth Sunday after July 4).

The Finance Committee for the Young People's Convention reported the following: balances brought forward $211.00; expenses of the Convention totaled $169.00; donations were $336.00; ending balance $378.00. Monies were given to Sarah Jenkins.

Announcements were made. Jessica Roberts and Lela Crowder led song on page 347 as the closing song, Martin Highsmith offered the closing prayer, and the class was dismissed.

Sunday, September 29

Jessica Roberts called the class to order for the continuation of the one hundred thirty-fourth session of the Union Musical Convention, and led song on page 34b. Martin Highsmith offered the morning prayer.

Officers previously elected in the Saturday session held jointly with the Young People's Convention are: Chairman—Jessica Roberts; Vice Chairman—Lela Crowder; Secretary/Treasurer—Helen Bryson; Chaplain—Martin Highsmith; Memorial Committee—Jesse Roberts, John Plunkett, and Mary Lee; Finance Committee—Brady DeLong, Phillip Langley, and Brooks Strickland; Arranging Committee—Hannah Highsmith, Cassie Franklin, Amy Lee, and Laura Clawson; Resolutions Committee—Judy Mincey, David Lee, Bryant Lee, and Rachel Carlisle; Locating Committee—Helen Bryson and Richard DeLong.

Leaders: Lela Crowder 99; Riley Lee 164; Helen Bryson 568; Hannah Highsmith 63; Kitty Kagay 350; April Dell 405; Bryant Lee 38b; Shane O'Neal 45t; Loy Garrison 565; Brady DeLong 61; Mary Lee 171; Ashley Roberts 195; Brooks Strickland 410t; Phillip Langley 271t; Trevor East 354b; Jeannette DePoy 369; Matt DeLong 365; David Lee 147b; Christy DeLong 40; Laura Akerman 189; Kathy Lee 474.

RECESS

Lela Crowder brought the class back together by leading song on page 300. Leaders: Reuben Ball, Jr. 480; Richard DeLong 123b; Clarke Lee 566; Scott DePoy 277; Violet Thomason 384; Sally House 31t; Dennis George 573.

Jesse Roberts, Richard DeLong, John Plunkett, and Mary Lee conducted the memorial lesson. They pointed out that in the last two days we had been reminded over and over of the works of those who had gone on before us. Older members of the class have more friends on the other side than here. Soon the one Church above and beneath will be united, and we will sing as one. While we remain, we miss them and hope to be re-united. While we live here, we comfort and support each other. We must remember that today may be the last day we see each other. Kenneth DeLong was especially remembered for the love that he had for this convention.

The list of deceased remembered were: Kenneth DeLong—Georgia; George Cox—Alabama; Daniel Shea—Massachusetts; Viola Geiger—Florida. Mary Lee led song on page 503 in memory of the deceased. Richard DeLong led 348b in memory of Kenneth DeLong.

John Plunkett led song on page 457 for the sick and shut-ins. Martin Highsmith closed the memorial lesson with prayer.

Leaders: Jesse Roberts 301; Janice Paulk 518; David Yeager 381; Lee Rogers 263.

LUNCH

Lela Crowder called the class to order for the afternoon session leading song on page 312b. Leaders: Faye Holbrook 455; John Plunkett 539; Charlene Wallace 177; Nancy Yeager 313b; Rachel Carlisle and Rebecca Tuley 341; Morgan DeLong 282; Andy Morse 546; Diane Wall 452; Andy Anderson, Joe Goldberg, and Jack Ricketson 36b; Helen Bryson 522; Jeannette DePoy 394; Sally House 66; Kitty Kagay 144; Elder Edward Cagle 306; Matt DeLong 329; Susan Roberts and Micah Roberts 155.

RECESS

Jessica Roberts and Lela Crowder brought the class together by leading song on page 145t. Leaders: Reuben Ball, Jr. 544; Scott DePoy 82t; Dennis George 133; Lee Rogers 220; Christy DeLong 146; Jesse Roberts 348t.

The business session was continued for the purpose of hearing committee reports.

The Locating Committee for the Young People's Convention was given on Saturday.

The Locating Committee for the Union Musical Convention, Helen Bryson and Richard DeLong, reported that next year's convention will be held at Oak Grove Primitive Baptist Church on November 29-30, 2003 (first fifth Sunday and Saturday before following Labor Day).

The Resolutions Committee reported as follows:

The twenty-second annual Young People's Convention in joint session with the one hundred thirty-fourth annual Union Musical Convention does hereby offer Praise and thanksgiving to Almighty God for:

• Praise and thanksgiving, and for His many gifts to us;
• Our creation, preservation and salvation through our Lord Jesus Christ;
• The gift of song and for these glorious expressions of praise, hope, and prayer we know as "The Sacred Harp".

Further, we offer our thanks to our forebears, both of blood and of heart, for keeping this tradition alive and growing;

• We thank God for the spirit of fellowship that has brought these two bodies together in this historic meeting in this beautiful place;
• The hospitality of Ebenezer Primitive Baptist Church;
• The direction and dedication of all the officers and committees; and
• The bountiful and delicious meals prepared by so many loving hands and for the joy visible on the faces of the friends and loved ones gathered here.
• We do hereby resolve that as a body and individually, we will carry forward, both in our daily lives and in the community of singers, the ideals that shine forth from this special occasion. We will carry a spirit of inclusiveness, the joy of singing in harmony of heart and voice, and the love of God to us, and to all mankind.

Furthermore, we resolve to continue to meet and to sing, not only in these conventions next year, but as often as circumstances allow, that we may continue to express our thanks to God for these and all other gifts through this unique medium, Sacred Harp singing.

Respectfully submitted by the Resolutions Committee: David Lee, Bryant Lee, Judy Mincey, and Rachel Carlisle.

The Finance Report was given on Saturday for the Young People's Convention.

The Finance Report was given by Helen Bryson for the Union Musical Sacred Harp Convention—Balance forward—$3,858.15. Donations in memory of Kenneth DeLong $340.00. Donations on Sunday $142.00. Expenses totaled $258.71. Ending Balance $4,081.44. The business session was closed.

Announcements were made. Jessica Roberts and Lela Crowder closed the session with song on page 62 as everyone who wished took the parting hand. Elder Edward Cagle offered the closing prayer, and the class was dismissed.

Chairman—Jessica Roberts; Vice Chairman—Lela Crowder; Secretary (Young People's Convention)—Ashley Roberts; Secretary/Treasurer (Union Musical Sacred Harp Convention)—Helen Bryson.

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Union Musical Convention

Oak Grove Primitive Baptist Church, Alpharetta, Georgia
Nov 29-30, '03

Saturday, November 29

The one hundred thirty-fifth session of the Union Musical Convention was held at Oak Grove Primitive Baptist Church in Alpharetta, Georgia, and was called to order by Chairperson Jessica Altman leading 48t. The opening prayer was offered by Chaplain Jesse Roberts. Vice Chairperson Lela Crowder led 171; Secretary Helen Bryson 332 (for her friend, Kayleen Drissell).

Jesse Roberts led the Introductory Lesson: 57, 175, 155, 142, 284, and 501. Leaders: Jeannette DePoy 89, 475 (for Cathy White); Andy Anderson 441, 282; Charlene Wallace 63, 79; Phillip Langley 224, 383; John Plunkett 70t (for Judy Mincey), 152; Judy Whiting 318, 503.

RECESS

The class was called back with Lela Crowder leading 97.

The convention went into a business session with the following officers elected and committees appointed: Chairperson—Lela Crowder; Vice Chairman—John Plunkett; Secretary—Helen Bryson; Chaplains—Jesse Roberts and Bobby Cagle; Memorial Committee—Richard DeLong and Jeannette DePoy; Finance Committee—Andy Morse and Andy Anderson; Locating Committee—Faye Holbrook and Reuben Ball; Resolutions Committee—Jesse Roberts; Arranging Committee—Jessica Altman and Ashley Roberts.

Leaders: Lee Rogers 218, 273; Ginny Landgraf 326, 361; Wayne Hartman 35, 34b; Anita Landess 334, 338; Reuben Ball, Jr. 490, 497; Ray Richards 111b, 73b; Ros Clements 287, 339; Bobby Cagle 496, 47b.

LUNCH

The afternoon session was called to order by Lela Crowder leading 76b. Leaders: Carlene Griffin 146, 371; Violet Thomason 170, 189, 112, 434; Richard DeLong 482 (for Loy Garrison and Dorothy Garrison), 123b; Sandra Wilkinson 388, 384; Andy Morse 472, 540; Ashley Roberts 47t, 344; Jesse Roberts 30b; Reuben Ball, Jr. 480, 499; Lee Rogers 485; Wayne Hartman 72b; Anita Landess 77b; Judy Whiting 474, 515; Ros Clements 510, 228; Ginny Landgraf 547, 447.

Announcements were made. Lela Crowder led 323t as the closing song. Jesse Roberts offered the closing prayer, and the class was dismissed.

Sunday, November 30

Lela Crowder called the Sunday session to order by leading 24b. The opening prayer was offered by Chaplain Jesse Roberts.

Leaders: Vice Chairman John Plunkett 467; Jeannette DePoy 213t, 217; Henry Johnson 108t, 393; Charles Woods 565, 391; Jackson Harcrow 48t, 35; John Hollingsworth 460, 138t; Sarah Jenkins 101t, 208; Kathy James 430, 30b; Ted Mercer 285b, 352; Susan Harcrow 113, 350; Loy Garrison 74b; Rodney Ivey 75, 39b; Bobby Cagle 373, 46.

RECESS

The class resumed singing with Lela Crowder and John Plunkett leading 223. Leaders: Helen Bryson 81b, 522; Debra Grosse 384, 186; Tony Hammock 335, 30t; Joel Jenkins 282, 480; Lance Ledbetter 318, 36b; Judy Mincey 571, 538.

The memorial lesson was conducted by Jeannette DePoy and Richard DeLong. The names of the following deceased were read: Vivian Rogers, Elder William Cagle, and Everette Denney—Georgia; Ruth Brown and Harvey Austin—Alabama; Don Juel and Ed Dowey—New Jersey; Tim Lull—California; Gordon Ashman, Jim Bundell, and Stan Stokes—United Kingdom. Jeannette DePoy led 138b in memory of those named.

The following names were read for the sick and shut-ins: Oscar McGuire, Hermon Wilkinson, Sue Champkin, John McDougal, Rob Mahoney, Linda Sides, Robert Kendrick, Jap Walton, Nora Roberts, Elder Charles Cagle, Bonnie Cagle, Regina Cagle, Donnie McGraw, Gladys McGraw, Kelly Beard, and Cathy White. Richard DeLong led 499 for all those named, and then led 573 especially for Oscar McGuire. The memorial lesson was closed with prayer led by Bobby Cagle.

LUNCH

Lela Crowder called the class back to order for the afternoon session leading 99. Leaders: Reba Windom 76b, 216; Judy Whiting 222, 212; Andy Anderson and Tony Hammock 28t, 317; Ginny Landgraf 283 (for Don Bowen), 455; Ray Richards 45t, 354b; Ros Clements 370, 496; Jesse Roberts 461, 473; Richard DeLong 375, 61; Anita Landess 164; Sandra Wilkinson 300, 149; Ashley Roberts 145t, 436; John Plunkett 441, 495; Joan Durdin 312b, 148; Jessica Altman 274t, 428.

The business session reconvened for the purpose of hearing reports. The Finance Committee report was read, which stated that convention expenses had been met. The report was approved and accepted as read.

Jesse Roberts read the Resolutions report, which was accepted by the convention.

The Locating Committee announced that Big Creek Primitive Baptist Church will be host to the convention in October of 2004 (first fifth Sunday and Saturday before following Labor Day). The business session was closed.

Leaders: Henry Johnson 45b; Sarah Jenkins and Joel Jenkins 299; Ted Mercer 202; Reba Windom 171; Susan Harcrow, Jackson Harcrow, and Rodney Ivey 142.

Announcements were made. Lela Crowder and John Plunkett led 62 as the closing song, Jesse Roberts offered the closing prayer, and the class was dismissed.

Chairperson—Lela Crowder; Vice Chairman—John Plunkett; Secretary—Helen Bryson.

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Union Musical Convention

Big Creek Primitive Baptist Church, Alpharetta, Georgia
Oct 30-31, '04

Saturday, October 30

The one hundred thirty-sixth session of the Union Musical Convention was held at Big Creek Primitive Baptist Church in Alpharetta, Georgia. Chairperson Lela Crowder brought the class to order leading 171. Jesse Roberts offered the morning prayer. Lela Crowder led 32t. Vice Chair John Plunkett led 33b and 76t.

Judy Mincey led the Introductory Lesson: 48t, 30t, 31t, 68b, 155, 108, 71, and 28t.

Leaders: Phillip Langley 270, 217; Andy Anderson 282, 31b; Reuben Ball 318, 425; Malinda Snow 299, 86; Charlene Wallace 186, 187.

RECESS

Lela Crowder called the class back to order leading 421.

A business session was held with the following officers elected and committees appointed: Chairman—John Plunkett; Vice Chairperson—Judy Mincey; Acting Secretary—Lela Crowder; Chaplains—Jesse Roberts and John Hollingsworth; Memorial Committee—Richard DeLong; Finance Committee—Don Bowen; Resolutions Committee—Andy Anderson; Arranging Committee—Lee Rogers and Sandra Wilkinson.

Leaders: John Plunkett 300; Andy Morse 474, 349; Arlene Woods 30b, 81; Don Bowen 99, 503; Jessica Altman 101t, 112 (for Violet Thomason); Loy Garrison 83t, 50b; Charles Woods 91, 268; Martha Ann Stegar 275t, 276.

LUNCH

Judy Mincey called the afternoon session to order leading 277. Leaders: Lee Rogers 332, 151; Micah Roberts 354b; James Wagner and James Sumner Wagner 388, 294; Floyd Bennett 452, "Happy Birthday" (for wife Patricia); Debora Grosse 494, 312b; Ed Thacker 77b, 407; Susan Posey 497, 198; Jesse Roberts 346, 352; Sandra Wilkinson 67, 274t, Phil Summerlin 61, 399b; Henry Johnson 235, 288; Frances Mary D'Andrea 148, 189; Tony Hammock 89, 303; John Hollingsworth 290; Matt Hinton 63, 501; Richard DeLong 88t, 173.

Announcements were made. John Plunkett and Judy Mincey led 323 as the closing song, and Jesse Roberts dismissed the class with prayer.

Sunday, October 31

John Plunkett called the class to order for the Sunday morning session leading 467 and 59. Leaders: Judy Mincey 186, 479; Lela Crowder 101t, 99; John Hollingsworth 36b, 37b; Don Bowen 34b, 66; Richard DeLong 123b (in memory of Uncle Jack Corley), 395; Andy Anderson 159, 45t; Sandra Wilkinson 448t, 300; Faye Holbrook 67, 532.

RECESS

Judy Mincey brought the class back to order leading 76b. Leaders: Matt Hinton 163b, 168; Phillip Langley 224, 142; Vaudie Shearer 143, 460; Lucretia Franklin 354b, 40; Chris Thorman 473, 73t.

Richard DeLong conducted the memorial lesson. He reminded us that small acts can have great impact and that we shouldn't forget to give roses to those who still live. He read the list of the deceased, and the shut-ins; then led 271t for the deceased, and 146 for the sick and shut-ins.

The deceased remembered included: Marshall Avery, Reynaldo Blalock, and Carolyn Snow.

The list of sick and shut-ins included: Helen Hunt, Geneva Prichard, Nora Roberts, and Violet Thomason. John Hollingsworth closed the memorial with prayer.

Leaders: Martha Ann Stegar 155, 277; Teddy Creel 72b, 63.

LUNCH

John Plunkett called the class back to order for the afternoon session leading 131b. Leaders: Malinda Snow 324, 551; Emily Creel 217, 269; James Wagner and James Sumner Wagner 108t, 47b; Oscar McGuire 129, 276; Danny Creel 475, 498; Ellie Soler 472, 378b; Lela Crowder 166b; Matt Hinton, Milton Cochran, Patrice Johnson 148; Phillip Langley 411; Martha Ann Stegar 47t; Teddy Creel 358; Don Bowen 378t (for Bobby Jackson); Lucretia Franklin 153; Vaudie Shearer 480; Andy Anderson 39t; Chris Thorman 313b; Emily Creel 383.

RECESS

Judy Mincey brought the class back to order leading 464.

Leaders: Oscar McGuire 441; Danny Creel 123; Malinda Snow 448b.

The business session reconvened for the purpose of hearing reports. Chairman John Plunkett announced that expenses had been met and updated the class on the Convention's accounts. He also notified the class that this convention rotates from year to year. Next year, Camp Creek will host the convention at Sweetwater Chapel on the first fifth Sunday and Saturday before after Labor Day, October 29th and 30th, 2005.

Andy Anderson read the Resolutions Report, and it was accepted by the convention. The business session was closed.

Richard DeLong informed the class that the Ebenezer Primitive Baptist Church, which hosts the DeLong-Roberts Memorial on the fourth Sunday in June, may be unavailable after 2005.

Leaders: Ellie Soler 361; Faye Holbrook 380; James Wagner and James Sumner Wagner 494; Richard DeLong 82 (in memory of his grandmother, Miss Dollie Hudgins).

Announcements were made. John Plunkett and Judy Mincey led 62 as the closing song. John Hollingsworth offered the closing prayer, and the class was dismissed.

Chairman—John Plunkett; Vice Chair—Judy Mincey; Acting Secretary—Lela Crowder.

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention

Sweetwater Memorial Chapel, Lawrenceville, Georgia
Oct 29-30, '05

Saturday, October 29

The one hundred thirty-seventh session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention was called to order by Chairman John Plunkett leading 52t. John Hollingsworth offered the morning prayer.

Leaders: John Plunkett 47t; Lela Crowder 37b, 171; Helen Bryson 68b, 568; John Hollingsworth 138t, 489b; Andy Anderson 28t, 28b; Sandra Wilkinson 49b,129; Judy Mincey 50b, 474. Richard DeLong led the introductory lesson: 399b, 72b, 316, 375, 74b, 109, 395.

RECESS

The class was called to order by Judy Mincey leading 77t. Leaders: Tony Hammock 326, 101b; Judy Chambless 569b, 490; Jeremy Shipp 108b, 95.

On orderly motion, the convention entered into a business session. The following officers were elected or appointed to serve: Chairman—Judy Mincey, Vice Chairman—Scott DePoy, Secretary/Treasurer—Helen Bryson; Memorial Committee—Richard DeLong and Jeannette DePoy; Finance Committee—Jeremy Shipp; Arranging Committee—Andy Anderson, John Hollingsworth, Sandra Wilkinson, and Tony Hammock; Resolutions Committee—John Plunkett and Lela Crowder.

Leaders: Judy Mincey 186; Russ Hanson 460, 61; Jeannette DePoy 387, 567; Matt Hinton 146, 42.

LUNCH

Scott DePoy called the afternoon session to order with 201. Leaders: Joan Durden 448b, 178; Kelly Morris 159, 147t; Taylor Krebs 163b, 503; Karen Clark 187, 501; Mark King 82t, 155; Robert Chambliss 225t, 145b; Karen Morris 168, 454; Martha Harold 569t, 542; Don Clark 99, 34t; Carol Hanson 222, 47b.

RECESS

Judy Mincey called the class to order leading 30t. Leaders: Gaston White 40; Mary Brownlee 163t, 66; Charlene Wallace and Carlene Griffin 276, 283; Scott DePoy 277.

Announcements were made. Judy Mincey led 323t as the closing song. John Hollingsworth offered the closing prayer, and the class was dismissed.

Sunday, October 30

The day of singing began with Scott DePoy leading 32t. John Plunkett offered the morning prayer.

Leaders: Judy Mincey 145t; Helen Bryson 213t; Tony Hammock 75; Andy Anderson 155; Jeannette DePoy 39t; Sandra Wilkinson 311; Jeremy Shipp 495; Malinda Snow 34t; John Plunkett 93; Lela Crowder 421; Oscar McGuire 441; Scott DePoy 283 (for Don Bowen); Karen Clark 28b; Richard Delong 530; John Hollingsworth 236; Susan Posey 454; Taylor Krebs 282.

RECESS

Scott DePoy called the class to order by leading 410t. Leaders: Don Clark 31t; Russ Hanson 137; Matt Hinton 503; Mike Castleberry 59; Bridgett Hill 107; Tony Hammock 72b; Andy Anderson 276; Judy Mincey 279.

The memorial lesson was conducted by Richard Delong and Jeannette DePoy. Richard DeLong led 390 for the following deceased: Charlie Wellman, Cora Lou Wagner, and Berta Hanson—Georgia; Ivalene Donaldson—Alabama; Kelly Beard—Texas; Tom DePoy—Indiana.

Jeannette DePoy led 510 in honor of the following sick and shut-in: Loy Garrison, Dorothy Garrison, Wilton Donaldson, Violet Thomason, and Bill Windom. John Plunkett closed the memorial lesson with prayer.

LUNCH

Scott DePoy began the afternoon of singing with 179. Leaders: John Plunkett 182; Helen Bryson 522, 45t; Jeannette DePoy 362; Erica Hinton 178; Sandra Wilkinson 384; Jeremy Shipp 210; Malinda Snow 198; Lela Crowder 328; Oscar McGuire 573; Karen Clark 475; Scott DePoy 74b; Richard Delong 395, 411; John Hollingsworth 460; Susan Posey 547; Taylor Krebs 47b; Don Clark 171; Alice West 146; Russ Hanson 112; Mike Castleberry 354b; Bridgett Hill 68b, 168.

The business session reconvened for the purpose of hearing reports.

The following Resolutions Report was given: Sacred Harp singers find solace in tradition. We cherish the words, the sounds, and the act of making this music that brings us together. We find satisfaction in the same words and tunes that people have been singing for more than a century, and we should remember that they, too, lived lives full of joy and sadness, uncertainty and delight; and this music brought them comfort then just as it does now, for us. The Union Musical Convention has met for 137 sessions, and we should remember that those who founded this convention taught us how to sing, how to find reassurance in the words, and how to thrive because of this tradition. Therefore, the Resolutions Committee expresses its thankfulness to:

• Sweetwater Chapel and Camp Creek Church for the use of the grounds and for hosting the convention this year.
• The officers, committee members, and organizers for their efforts to see that the convention ran smoothly;
• Everyone who contributed to the lunch;
• Singers who traveled from both near and far to lend their voices;
• Those singers who were able to support us in thought and prayer because they were unable to attend;
• Those who have taught and continue to teach us how to appreciate and keep the tradition of Sacred Harp singing.
• We are especially thankful for God's Grace that allows us the freedom to gather together to meet and sing so that we can continue to enjoy this music.

We hope that we may remember the comfort that Sacred Harp singing brings us and keep it in our hearts until we all meet again.

Respectfully submitted by Lela Crowder and John Plunkett.

The Finance Report was made—Balance on hand prior to the convention—$4957.78; Expenses—$360.00; Amount collected for both days—$216.45. Total on account—$4814.25

Location Committee Report: Convention of 2006 will tentatively be held at Sweetwater Chapel as Ebenezer Primitive Baptist Church will be unavailable.

Announcements were made. Judy Mincey and Scott DePoy led 62 as the closing song, and John Hollingsworth dismissed the class with prayer.

Chairman—Judy Mincey; Vice Chairman—Scott DePoy; Secretary/Treasurer—Helen Bryson.

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention

Sweetwater Memorial Chapel, Lawrenceville, Georgia
Oct 28-29, '06

Saturday, October 28

The 138th session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention was called to order by Judy Mincey leading 32t. Scott DePoy led 277 and Helen Bryson led 568. Elder Jesse Roberts offered the morning prayer and led the introductory lesson: 390, 104, 473, 368, and 328.

Leaders: John Plunkett 207; John Redman 38b; Erica Hinton 501; Tony Hammock 60; Cathy White 84; Rachel Carlisle 145t; Debora Gross 61; John Hollingsworth 460; Charles Woods 319; Carlene Griffin 70t; Andy Anderson 159; Mary Brownlee 280; Eric Tweedy 327; Faye Hollis 373.

RECESS

Scott DePoy brought the class to order leading 201. Leaders: Junie Wooten 503; Carri Grindon 497; Oscar McGuire 441; Robert Kelly 178.

The convention entered into a business session. The following officers were elected or appointed to serve: Chairman—Jeannette DePoy; Vice Chairman—Cathy White; Secretary—Helen Bryson; Arranging Committee—Lela Crowder, Richard DeLong, and Janice Paulk.

Leaders: Jeannette DePoy 106; Charlene Wallace 385b; Herman Wilkerson 215; Loy Garrison 74b; Molly Melvin 58; Carol Hanson 299; Karen Rollins 163b; Jonathan Smith 282; Janice Paulk 478; Philip Langley 110; Don Clark 232; Mike Thompson 34t.

LUNCH

The class was brought back to order by Cathy White leading 146. Leaders: Matt Hinton and students 47b; Lela Crowder 203; Karen Clark 127; Hugh McGraw 267; Judy Caudle 433; Danny Creel 196; Sandra Wilkinson 448t; Al Grindon 213t; Lonnie Rogers 389; Richard DeLong 522; Malinda Snow 300; Judy Caudle 540; Don Clark 542; Mary Brownlee 183; Mike Thompson 72b; Danny Creel 384; Cathy White 268; Karen Clark 466; Eric Tweedy 479; Karen Rollins 34b; Robert Kelly 66; Jonathan Smith 148; Rachel Carlisle 75; Lonnie Rogers 348b; Janice Paulk 446; Ellie Soler 142; Erica Hinton and Lela Crowder 535.

Following announcements, Jeannette DePoy led 323t as the closing song. Elder Jesse Roberts dismissed the class with prayer.

Sunday, October 29

Chairman Jeannette DePoy called the class to order leading 82t. John Plunkett offered the morning prayer.

Leaders: Jeannette DePoy 31t; Richard DeLong 27, 109; Helen Bryson 72t, 418 (for her father); John Plunkett 370, 374; Sandra Wilkinson 182, 473; Tony Hammock 321, 112; Janice Paulk 337, 295; Matt Hinton and students 99, 448t; Cathy White 168, 66; Judy Mincey 571, 475.

RECESS

The class was called back to order by Richard DeLong leading 331. Leaders: Andy Anderson 107, 441; Malinda Snow 510, 472; Kelly Morris 49b, 159; Erin Mills 76b, 196; Paul Robinson 128, 494.

The memorial lesson was conducted by Matt Hinton. He led 134 for the following deceased: Lydia Geesum, Beth Hancock, Bobby Jackson, Lamar George, Donnie McGraw, and Olin Gresham—Georgia; Marcia Tucker—California; Jon Frey—Minnesota.

Judy Mincey led 50b in honor of the following sick and shut-ins: Violet Thomason, Herby Bailey, John Shippe, Dorothy Garrison, Loy Garrison, Gladys McGraw, Gertrude DeLong, and Helen Plunkett. John Hollingsworth offered the prayer to close the memorial.

Leaders: Jonathan Smith 47t, 45t; Susan Posey 77b, 198.

LUNCH

The afternoon session began with Jeannette DePoy leading 430. Leaders: Jeff Sheppard 403, 325; Reba Windom 172, 411; John Hollingsworth 236; Erica Hinton 77t, 287; Andy Morse 210, 454; Shelbie Sheppard 352, 327; Hugh McGraw 37t; Karen Clark 122, 218; Eric Robinson 101t; Charlene Wallace 197; Don Clark 149, 174; Lauren Harrison 138b, 178; Oscar McGuire 573, 344; Rachel Carlisle 318; Eric Tweedy 292; Martha Ann Steeger 63; Debora Gross 155, 47b.

A business session for the purpose of giving reports was held.

Andy Anderson and Tony Hammock presented the financial report.

The Resolutions report, thanking everyone who helped make the convention a success, was presented by Sandra Wilkinson and Philip Langley.

Following announcements, Jeannette DePoy and Richard DeLong led 62 as the closing song. Prayer was offered by John Hollingsworth, and the class was dismissed.

Chairman—Jeannette DePoy; Vice Chairman—Cathy White; Secretary—Helen Bryson

NOTE: The location for the convention in 2007 will be Oak Grove Primitive Baptist Church near Alpharetta, Georgia.

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention

Oak Grove Primitive Baptist Church, Alpharetta, Georgia
September 29-30, 2007

Saturday, September 29

The 139th session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention was called to order by Jeannette DePoy leading 32t. Jesse Roberts offered the morning prayer. Jeannette DePoy led 516.

Richard DeLong conducted the introductory lesson by leading 61, 60, 43, 65, 421, 511, and 316.

Leaders: Helen Bryson 176b, 275b; Junie Wooten 84, 503; Andy Anderson 31b, 34b; Jesse Roberts 507, 30t; Tony Hammock 428, 37b; Reuben Ball 318, 435; Loy Garrison 99, 74b.

RECESS

Jeannette DePoy called the class to order leading 129. Scott DePoy led 448t and 277.

The convention entered into a business session. The following officers were elected or appointed to serve: Chairman—Richard DeLong; Vice Chairman—Matt Hinton; Secretary/Treasurer—Helen Bryson; Arranging Committee—Sandra Wilkinson, Judy Mincey, and John Plunkett; Chaplain—Elder Charles Cagle.

Leaders: Richard DeLong 123b; Lee Rogers 354t, 350; Billy Hollingsworth 399, 56b; Jack Paulk 565, 569b; John Plunkett 304, 429; Kelly Morris 49b, 159; Sandra Wilkinson 177, 394; Beth Branscome 501, 145t; George Burnette 417, 76b.

LUNCH

Matt Hinton opened the afternoon session leading 40. Leaders: Judy Mincey 497, 50b; Mike Thompson 232, 294; John Hollingsworth 347; Joyce Walton 439; Don Bowen 510, 494; Robert Kelly 36t, 222; Ed Thacker 486, 278t (for Toney Smith); Jonathon Smith 31t, 426b; Ray Richards 73b, 111b; Janice Paulk 448b, 75; Henry Johnson 138t, 141; Erica Hinton 42, 77t; Erin Mills 128, 278b; Matt Hinton 376; Phoebe Eckhardt 300, 148; Shirley Ellis 234, 454; Richard DeLong 340 (for Violet Thomason), 45t (for Dorothy Garrison); George Burnette 101t; Joyce Walton 34t; Henry Johnson 341.

Announcements were made. Richard DeLong led 544 as the closing song. Ed Thacker dismissed the class with prayer.

Sunday, September 30

The class was called to order by Richard Delong leading 47t. Bobby Cagle offered the morning prayer.

Leaders: Richard DeLong 60; Helen Bryson 568, 70t; John Plunkett 569t, 490; Judy Mincey 415, 475; Tony Hammock 321, 112; Jeannette DePoy 39t, 39b; Robert Kelley 69t, 348b; Sandra Wilkinson 388, 274t; Billy Hollingsworth and John Hollingsworth 236; David McGukin 49b, 222; Karen Clark 94, 501; Andy Anderson 49t, 28b.

RECESS

Matt Hinton called the class to order leading 82t and 99. Leaders: Bobby Cagle 283; Eddie Mash 91, 378b; Stephanie Tingler 335, 63; Loy Garrison 544, 498; Debra Grosse 480, 171; Jonathon Smith 319, 208; Erica Hinton 540, 410t; Scott DePoy 201.

The memorial lesson was conducted by Jeannette DePoy and Scott DePoy. The following deceased were remembered: B.J. Harris, Dick Mauldin, LaRue Allen, Herby Bailey, and Wilton Donaldson—Alabama; Frank Faerber, William Cagle, Albert Bryson, and Jessie Bryson—Georgia; Charlie Vaughn—Texas; Minja Lausevic—Minnesota. Jonathon Smith led 48t in their memory.

Jeannette DePoy led 176t for the following sick and shut-ins: Gladys McGraw, Sharona Nelson's father, Nora Roberts, Gertrude DeLong, Lonnie Rogers, Violet Thomason, and Regina Cagle. Elder Charles Cagle closed the memorial lesson with prayer.

LUNCH

Richard DeLong called the class to order leading 131b. Leaders: Reuben Ball 497, 318; Don Clark 31t, 350; Malinda Snow 28t, 472; Laura Ackerman 124, 312t; Vaudie Sherer 335, 460; Ellie Soler 38b, 277; Jesse Roberts 553, 33b; Shirley Ellis 192, 155; Billy Hollingsworth 551; Jonathon Smith and his parents 45t.

RECESS

Richard DeLong called the class back to order leading 339. Leaders: Anna Hinton 282; Robert Kelly 524; Eddie Mash 547; Karen Clark 387.

A business session was held for the purpose of giving reports. Helen Bryson gave the Financial Report.

The Resolutions Report was presented by Robert Kelly and Jonathon Smith, who thanked everyone who helped in any way to make the convention possible.

The 140th Union Musical Sacred Harp Convention will be held in 2008 at Big Creek Primitive Baptist Church in Alpharetta, Georgia, on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in November. The business session was closed.

Following announcements, Richard DeLong led 62 as the closing song. The closing prayer was offered by Elder Charles Cagle, and the class was dismissed.

Chairman—Richard DeLong; Vice Chairman—Matt Hinton; Secretary/Treasurer—Helen Bryson

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention

Big Creek Primitive Baptist Church, Alpharetta, Georgia
Nov 29-30, '08

Saturday, November 29

The 140th session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention was called to order by Richard DeLong leading 60. Tony Hammock offered the morning prayer. Richard DeLong led 57. Matt Hinton led 32t and 37b.

Dr. Steve Kick conducted the introductory lesson leading songs on pages 49b, 88t, 112, 542, 294, 475, and 217.

Leaders: Helen Bryson 208; Faye Holbrook 67; John Plunkett 437; Junie Wooten 503; Jeannette DePoy 566 (in memory of Dollie Hudgins); Vaudie Sherer 460; George Burnette 159; Jeannie Marsh 146; Bill Hollingsworth 236; Shannon Primm and Jennifer Primm 120; Kate Kiefer, Alex Lee, Rachel Williams, David Koworlski, and Matt Hinton 347; Mike Castleberry 480.

RECESS

Richard DeLong called the class to order leading 458. The convention entered into a business session. The following officers were elected or appointed to serve: Chairman—Matt Hinton; Vice Chairman—Jane Spencer; Secretary/Treasurer—Helen Bryson; Memorial Committee—Jeannette DePoy and Scott DePoy; Arranging Committee—John Plunkett; Finance Committee—Mike Spencer and Jonathan Smith; Resolutions Committee—Robert Kelly and Steven Kick; Chaplain—Tony Hammock.

Leaders: Matt Hinton 186; Tony Hammock 494; Ben Dicks 277; Mary Beaumeister 184; Joe Todd 106; Rachel Rudi 569b; Alexander Garden 105; Jonathan Smith 47t; Lena Keeton 200; B.M. Smith 225t (for Lonnie Rogers); Charlene Wallace 63 (in memory of Dollie Hudgins); Mark King 102; Chris Wilhelm 278t; Stephanie Fida 442; Scott DePoy 201 (in memory of Kenneth DeLong); Laura Akerman 224; Don Keeton 454.

LUNCH

Jane Spencer opened the afternoon session leading 33b. Leaders: Eddie Mash 213b; Beth Todd 89; Ted Mercer 210; Erica Hinton 168; Mike Thompson 495; Nathan Rees 380; Darrell Swarens 335; Jenna Strizak 192; Joyce Walton 428; Dan Huger 137; Judy Mincey 492; Robert Kelly 140; Bridgett Hill 142; Mike Spencer 451; Judy Caudle 528; Susan Posey 148; Jane Spencer 225b; Alexander Garden 263; Junie Wooten 461.

RECESS

Jonathan Smith called the class back to order leading 501. Leaders: Richard DeLong 522; B.M. Smith 222; Rachel Rudi 284; George Burnette 421; Susan Posey 178 (for her son David Posey); Joe Todd and Beth Todd 373; Dan Huger, Mary Beaumeister, and Chris Wilhelm 182; Charlene Wallace and Joyce Walton 500; Stephanie Fida and Darrell Swarens 448t; Bridgett Hill and Judy Caudle 110; Eddie Mash and Ted Mercer 383; Don Keeton and Lena Keeton 384; Stephen Kick 270.

Announcements were made. Matt Hinton led 323t as the closing song. The closing prayer was offered by Tony Hammock, and the class was dismissed.

Sunday, November 30

The Sunday session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention was called to order by Matt Hinton leading 32t. Tony Hammock offered the morning prayer.

Leaders: Matt Hinton 157; Helen Bryson 81b, 411; Tony Hammock 321, 314; John Plunkett 441, 413; Scott DePoy 179; Jane Spencer 76t, 472; Jonathan Smith 312t, 189 (for Violet Thomason); Jeannette DePoy 183, 39b; Robert Kelly 553; Steven Kick 448b, 204; Mike Spencer 191, 420; Faye Holbrook 455, 45t (for her father, James Tolbert).

RECESS

Jane Spencer called the class to order leading 31t. Leaders: Shannon Primm and Jennifer Primm 84, 28b; Mike Castleberry 334; Malinda Snow 384, 49t; Don Keeton 317, 490.

The memorial lesson was conducted by Jeannette DePoy and Scott DePoy. Scott DePoy spoke and read the names of the following deceased: Corrine Laminack, Amanda Denson Brady, Dale Harris, Edith Tate, Frank Hataway, Kim Jenkins, Milton Oliver, Mattie Townsel, Lora Keeton, Jimmie Keeton, Pat Keeton Kanaday—Alabama; Muriel Morgan, Elizabeth Tolbert, Myrtle Smith, Loy Garrison, Lee Rogers, Gladys McGraw, Reby Stanford, Felton Denney—Georgia; Pauline Childers—Michigan; Wally Bloch—Illinois. Steven Kick led 414 in memory of the deceased.

Jeannette DePoy spoke on behalf of the sick and shut-ins. Mike Thompson led 176b in honor of the following: Frank Block, James Tolbert, Lonnie Rogers, Raymond Hamrick, John Hollingsworth, Judge Donald Ross, Jenna Strizak, Violet Thomason, Reuben Ball, Mary Florence Lambert Smith, Joan Aldridge, and Corene White. Scott DePoy closed the memorial lesson with prayer.

Leaders: Nathan Rees 75, 121; Bill Hollingsworth 70t, 56b. The blessing before the noon meal was offered by Bridgett Hill.

LUNCH

Matt Hinton and friends called the afternoon session to order leading 142. Leaders: Beth Todd 68t, 436; Jeannie Marsh 145t, 163b; Joel Jenkins 76b, 176t; Reba Windom 306, 403 (in memory of Milton Oliver); Darrell Swarens 72b, 198; Richard DeLong 419, 216; Judy Caudle 458, 444; Eddie Mash 476, 271t; Stephanie Fida and Holly Evans 417, 148; Ted Mercer 123b (in memory of Jack Corley), 468; Erica Hinton 99, 108t; Rodney Ivey 389 (for Lonnie Rogers), 432; Joyce Walton 439.

RECESS

Mike Thompson called the class back to order leading 532. Leaders: Judy Mincey 475; Joe Todd 312b, 58; Bridgett Hill 504, 276; Sarah Jenkins 101t, 418; Lena Keeton 120, 546; Oscar McGuire 573.

A business session for the purpose of giving reports was held. Finance Committee reported collections and expenses for the two days. The Resolutions report was presented by Robert Kelly and Steven Kick, thanking everyone who helped make the convention a success and resolving to meet next year at the 141st Union Convention on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in November (location to be determined).

Following announcements, Matt Hinton led 62 as the closing song. The closing prayer was offered by Mike Spencer, and the class was dismissed.

Chairman—Matt Hinton; Vice Chairman—Jane Spencer; Secretary/Treasurer—Helen Bryson

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention

Hardeman Primitive Baptist Church, Decatur, Georgia
Nov 28-29, '09

Saturday, November 28

The 141st session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention was held at Hardeman Primitive Baptist Church, Decatur, Georgia, on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in November. The class was called to order at 10:00 a.m. by Matt Hinton leading 32t. The opening prayer was offered by Ed Thacker.

Jesse Roberts conducted the introductory lesson leading songs on pages 30b, 31t, 399b, 329, 170, and 171.

Leaders: Jane Spencer 306; Helen Bryson 81b; Scott DePoy 277; Tony Hammock 321; Jeannette DePoy 82t (for Dollie Hudgins); John Plunkett 123t; Mike Spencer 308; Andy Morse 51; Leslie Hunter 159; George Burnette 129; Jeanne Marsh 145t; Mollie Ellis 77t; Susan Firestone 551; Sandra Wilkinson 100.

RECESS

The class was called back to order by Matt Hinton leading 229. Leaders: Charles Woods 501; Faye Hollis 340.

A business session was held with the following officers elected or appointed to serve: Chairman—Jane Spencer; Vice Chairman—Richard DeLong; Secretary—Helen Bryson; Arranging Committee—Matt Hinton; Memorial Committee—Bridgett Hill and Henry Johnson; Finance Committee—Mike Spencer; Resolutions Committee—John Hollingsworth and Ted Mercer.

Leaders: Jane Spencer 53; Martha Ann Stegar 40; Ellen Lee 114; Harry Eskew 128; Kristin Bernhard 31b; Chris Wilhelm 505; Joseph Reed 63; Holly Mixon 388; Jean Durden 107; Ellie Soler 143; John Hollingsworth 182; Judy Chambless 386; Buck Lee 474.

LUNCH

Richard DeLong brought the afternoon session to order by leading 370. Leaders: B.M. Smith 350; Linda Booth 452; Reba Windom 198; Ricky Harcrow 38b; Charlene Wallace 347; Ted Mercer 300; Bridgett Hill 391; Daphene Causey 336; Steve Helwig 96; Rachel Rudi 214; Ed Thacker 91; Sarah Jenkins 203; Oscar McGuire 573; Judy Caudle 464; Loyd Ivey 460; Susan Harcrow 426b; Henry Johnson 398; Judy Mincey 475; Bill Hollingsworth 236.

RECESS

The class was called to order by Steve Helwig leading 29t. Leaders: Erica Hinton 318; Robert Chambless 503; Sharon DuPriest 217; Laura Akerman 192; Jenna Strizak 335; Sally McKuen 66; Willis McCumber 287; Ellen Lee and Buck Lee 496; Ricky Harcrow, Susan Harcrow, Sarah Jenkins, and Loyd Ivey 186; Rachel Rudi and Chris Wilhelm 290.

Announcements were made. Jane Spencer, Richard DeLong, and Helen Bryson led 267 as the closing song. The class was dismissed with prayer offered by Matt Hinton.

Sunday, November 29

The Sunday session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention was called to order by Jane Spencer leading 33b. The morning prayer was offered by Tony Hammock.

Leaders: Richard DeLong 81t; Helen Bryson 213t, 72t; Matt Hinton 73t, 82t; Mike Spencer 205, 278t; John Plunkett 182 (in honor of Lauren Bock and Jesse Pearlman Karlsberg), 516; Jeannette DePoy 112 (for Violet Thomason), 55; Malinda Snow 279, 407; Phillip Langley 283, 318; Tony Hammock 60, 434; Sandra Wilkinson 475, 473; Jeanne Marsh 312b, 32t; Scott DePoy 47b.

RECESS

Jane Spencer led 64 to call the class back together. Leaders: Lela Crowder 48t, 157; Kristin Bernhard 503, 159; Randa Harris and Karen Rollins 127, 268; Russ Hanson 222, 147t; Mollie Ellis 67, 274t; Judy Mincey 464, 492.

The memorial lesson was conducted by Bridgett Hill and Henry Johnson. Bridgett Hill spoke on behalf of the sick and shut-ins and led 134 in honor of the following: Nancy Watson, Evelyn Harris, Violet Thomason, Don Bowen, Raymond Hamrick, Jeff Sheppard, Shelbie Sheppard, Bud Oliver, Sammie Oliver, Lonnie Rogers, Dottie Tobias, and Gertie DeLong.

Henry Johnson spoke of the devotion and reverence Sacred Harp singers share with one another. The following deceased were remembered: Frank Block, Nora Roberts, and Margaret DeBolt—Georgia; John Etheridge—Florida; Elder Gerald Hand—New Mexico; Corene White and Charlotte McCarn—Alabama. John Plunkett led 330b, and offered prayer to close the memorial lesson.

LUNCH

The afternoon session was brought to order by Richard DeLong leading 214. Leaders: Oscar McGuire 276, 344; Judy Caudle 542, 345b; Ted Mercer 468, 123b; Rodney Ivey 348b (for Lonnie Rogers), 511; Bridgett Hill 110, 302; Steve Helwig 352, 550; Jesse Roberts 532, 498; Ian Ludders 296, 210; Henry Johnson 418, 521; Robert Kelly 414, 572; Ed Thacker 220, 273; Anna Hinton 277; John Hollingsworth 223; Shannon Primm 367, 562; Bill Hollingsworth 365, 354t.

RECESS

Jane Spencer brought the class together by leading 312t. Leaders: Linda Booth 196, 358; Andy Morse 472, 538; Willis McCumber 272, 512; Erica Hinton 306, 108t; Erica Hinton and friends 332; George Burnette 417, 101t; Jan Smith 178.

The convention entered into a business session for the purpose of hearing committee reports. The Resolutions Committee reported the following: We are blessed to meet in the 141st session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention by the providence of the Almighty. We resolve to thank those who have labored to make the gathering a success. We thank Camp Creek Primitive Baptist Church, Hardeman Primitive Baptist Church, and the Wilkinson family for hosting this event with grace and hospitality. We offer thanks to those who have prepared the bountiful feasts; to the officers and committees; to the singers and visitors from far and near; to a loving God for providing these rich blessings. Be it resolved further that we will gather next year at Ebenezer Primitive Baptist Church, Dunwoody, Georgia, for the 142nd session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention.

The finance report was given, stating that expenses had been met. The Secretary reported that over the course of two days, 98 leaders conducted 150 songs, and seven states were represented. The reports were approved, and the business session was closed.

Jane Spencer, Richard DeLong, and Helen Bryson led 62 as the closing song. The closing prayer was offered by Jesse Roberts, and the class was dismissed.

Chairman—Jane Spencer; Vice Chairman—Richard DeLong; Secretary—Helen Bryson

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention

Ebenezer Primitive Baptist Church, Dunwoody, Georgia
Oct 30-31, '10

Saturday, October 30

The 142nd session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention was held at Ebenezer Primitive Baptist Church, Dunwoody, Georgia, on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in October. The class was called to order at 10:00 a.m. by Jane Spencer leading 47t. The opening prayer was offered by Elder Edward Cagle.

Shannon Primm conducted the introductory lesson leading songs on pages 569t, 36b, 385b, 86, 435, 370, 69b, 250.

Leaders: Helen Bryson 227; Mike Spencer 289; Matt Hinton 501; Ted Mercer 123b (in memory of Uncle Jack Corley); Jonathan Smith 171; Sandra Wilkinson 288; Jeannette DePoy 384 (for Horace DeLong); Phillip Langley 546; Molly Ellis 345b; Jesse Roberts 149; Janice Paulk 478; Jesse Pearlman Karlsberg 541; Judy Mincey 475; John Kelso 113.

RECESS

Jane Spencer called the class to order leading 61. Leaders: Lauren Bock 31t; Rachel Carlisle 145t; Lee Cooper and Mike Godfrey 503; George Burnette 222.

A business session was held with the following officers elected or appointed to serve: Chairman—Ted Mercer; Vice Chairman—John Plunkett; Secretary/Treasurer—Helen Bryson; Arranging Committee—Nathan Rees and Shannon Primm; Resolutions Committee—Jesse Pearlman Karlsberg and Darrell Swarens; Finance Committee—Eddie Mash and John Kelso; Memorial Committee—Jeannette DePoy and Judy Mincey; Chaplains—Matt Hinton and Aubrey Hemminger.

Leaders: Robert Chambless 312b; Charlene Wallace 269; Micah Roberts 389; Ian Ludders 228; Tony Hammock 111b (for Mr. Lonnie Rogers); John Plunkett and visitor Alessandro Portelli 361; Debora Grosse 344; Ellen Lee 198; Judy Chambless 527; Violet Thomason 189, 112.

LUNCH

The class was called to order by Ted Mercer leading 106. Leaders: Eddie Mash 420; Buck Lee 383; Bob Meek 340; Blake Sisemore 411; Nathan Rees 355; Reba Windom 225b; Robert Strauss 300; Darrell Swarens 542; Erica Hinton 534; Aubrey Hemminger 142; Daniel Bearden 432; John Kelso 302; Phillip Langley 110; Jesse Roberts 550; Ian Ludders 468; Ellen Lee 94; Micah Roberts 388; George Burnette 282; Lee Cooper and Mike Godfrey 335; Ted Mercer, Charlene Wallace, Hugh McGraw, Eddie Mash, Aubrey Hemminger, and Bob Meek 155.

RECESS

John Plunkett called the class to order leading 516. Leaders: Roberta Strauss 569b; Buck Lee 339; Reba Windom and Blake Sisemore 216; Susan Posey 270; Edward Cagle 306; Daniel Bearden 412; Violet Thomason 192.

Announcements were made. The class sang 46 as the closing song. The closing prayer was offered by Matt Hinton.

Sunday, October 31

The Sunday session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention was brought to order by Ted Mercer leading 27. The morning prayer was offered by Aubrey Hemminger. Ted Mercer led 28t.

Leaders: John Plunkett 60,130; Helen Bryson 312t, 568 (in memory of Kenneth DeLong); Tony Hammock 321, 303; Erica Hinton 102,108t; Charles Woods 197, 203; Jeannette DePoy 494, 108b (for Margie Dietz); Molly Ellis 65, 39t; Vaudie Sherer 143,145t; Reuben Ball 497; Dianne O'Shields 82t; 452; Faye Holbrook 67, 380.

RECESS

Ted Mercer called the class to order leading 168. Leaders: Junie Wooten 503, 268; Roberta Strauss 32t, 496; Scott DePoy 277; Ann Drexler 87, 350; Billy Hollingsworth 376, 236; Catherine Grisso 37b, 276; Oscar McGuire 336, 441.

The memorial lesson was conducted by Jeannette DePoy and Judy Mincey. Jeannette led 129 for the following sick and shut-ins: Charlotte Powell, Lonnie Rogers, Julie Vea, Aaron Wootten, Gertrude DeLong, and Richard DeLong.

Judy Mincey led 320 for the following deceased: Mary Evelyn King and Emily Calhoun—Georgia; George Seiler—New York; Jerry Enright—Illinois; Eugene D. Swarens—Indiana; Japeth Jackson—Alabama; Molly MacDougall—New Hampshire; Johney Kelso—Florida. The memorial lesson was closed with prayer by Aubrey Hemminger.

LUNCH

Ted Mercer called the class to order leading 101t. Leaders: John Hollingsworth 100, 136; B.M. Smith 556, 318; Michael Thompson 61, 146; Joyce Walton 456; Bob Meek 287, 135; Darrell Swarens 81t, 189; Eddie Mash 263, 111b; Aubrey Hemminger 84, 178; Blake Sisemore 510, 532; Alice West 566, 516.

RECESS

John Plunkett called the class to order leading 74b. Leaders: Violet Thomason 112, 189, 192; Janice Paulk 337; Judy Mincey 474; Jane Spencer 382; Sandra Wilkinson 283; Jesse Pearlman Karlsberg 45t; Shannon Primm 367.

The convention entered into a business session for the purpose of hearing reports. The Resolutions committee reported the following: We, the Resolutions Committee of the 142nd Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention hereby resolve: To thank the members of Ebenezer Primitive Baptist Church and their pastor, Elder Edward Cagle, for their hospitality and for graciously permitting us to the this church. We further resolve to thank the officers of this convention for their work to make this convention a success. We also thank the committee members for helping to ensure the smooth running of this convention. We thank the singers and listeners who have supported this convention through the years and are helping to pass our traditions on to future generations. Lastly, we resolve to meet again on the first fifth Sunday after Labor Day and the Saturday before, October 29 and 30, 2011, for the 143rd session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention to be held at Big Creek Primitive Baptist Church.

The finance committee reported that convention expenses had been met. A motion was made by John Plunkett and seconded by Helen Bryson that the donation to the hosting church be increased from $100.00 to $150.00 for the two-day event. The motion carried. The reports were approved, and the business session was closed.

Announcements were made. Ted Mercer and John Plunkett led 62 as the closing song. The closing prayer was offered by Aubrey Hemminger.

Chairman—Ted Mercer; Vice Chairman—John Plunkett; Secretary—Helen Bryson

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention

Big Creek Primitive Baptist Church, Alpharetta, Georgia
Oct 29-30, '11

Saturday, October 29

The 143rd session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention was held at Big Creek Primitive Baptist Church, Alpharetta, Georgia, on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in October. The class was called to order at 10:00 a.m. by John Plunkett leading 39b. The opening prayer was offered by Charles Woods.

Nathan Rees conducted the introductory lesson leading songs on pages 79, 300, 77b, 271t, 275b, 360, and 250.

Leaders: Helen Bryson 172; Jeannette DePoy 475; Darrell Swarens 215; Judy Mincey 474; Jesse Karlsberg 158; Tony Hammock 102; Faye Holbrook 380 (for her father, James Tolbert); John Hollingsworth 37b; Sharon Strong 195; Buck Lea 522.

A business session was held with the following officers elected or appointed to serve: Chairman—John Plunkett; Vice Chairman—Jeannette DePoy; Secretary/Treasurer—Helen Bryson; Arranging Committee—Jesse Karlsberg, Leigh Cooper, and Mark Godfrey; Memorial Committee—Scott DePoy and Darrell Swarens; Finance Committee—Hayden Arp and Oscar McGuire; Resolutions Committee—Judy Mincey and Nathan Rees; Chaplains—Blake Sisemore and Tony Hammock.

RECESS

Jeannette DePoy called the class to order leading 129. Leaders: Scott DePoy 448t; Judy Chambless 348t; Charlene Wallace 388; B.M. Smith 389; Robert Chambless 100; Eric Tweedy 78; Faye Hollis 182; George Burnette 101t; Charles Woods 494; Leigh Cooper 225t; Oscar McGuire 573; Ellen Lea 200; Billy Hollingsworth 36t; Tom Ivey 242; Hayden Arp 384; Mark Godfrey 142; Margie Smith 512; Blake Sisemore 498; Mike Castleberry 354b; Reba Windom 276.

LUNCH

The class was called to order by John Plunkett leading 120. Leaders: Judy Mincey 367; Buck Lea 428; Blake Sisemore 567; Molly Ellis 328; Darrell Swarens 341; Sharon Strong 227; Ellen Lea 187; Nathan Rees 398; B. M. Smith 548; Reba Windom 283; Tom Ivey 340; Charlene Wallace 155 (for Carlene, Deke, and Danny Griffin); Violet Thomason 112, 189, 343, 207; Eric Tweedy 442; Robert Chambless 303; George Burnette 117; Faye Holbrook 549; Oscar McGuire 336.

RECESS

Jeannette DePoy called the class to order leading 99. Leaders: Billy Hollingsworth 236; Judy Chambless 540; Tony Hammock 83b; Faye Hollis 168; John Hollingsworth 186; Helen Bryson 213t; Jesse Karlsberg 69b; Hayden Arp 530; Leigh Cooper 318; Mark Godfrey 319; Molly Ellis 133; John Plunkett and Joe Plunkett 45t.

Announcements were made. John Plunkett led 46 as the closing song. The closing prayer was offered by Blake Sisemore.

Sunday, October 30

The Sunday session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention was brought to order by John Plunkett leading 467. Blake Sisemore offered the morning prayer.

Leaders: Jeannette DePoy 176t; Helen Bryson 101b; Tony Hammock 60; Leigh Cooper 77t; Scott DePoy 201; Jesse Karlsberg 83t; Judy Mincey 274t; Hayden Arp 426t; Blake Sisemore 278t; Nathan Rees 285b; Mark Godfrey 49b; Oscar McGuire 481; Darrell Swarens 36b; Faye Holbrook 455; Jonathan Woods 299; John Kelso 90; Malinda Snow 77b; Billy Hollingsworth 365; Judy Chambless 28t; Charlene Wallace 171.

RECESS

Jeannette DePoy called the class to order leading 89. Leaders: B. M. Smith 143; Robert Chambless 49t; Sandra Wilkinson 170; Sharon Strong 352; John Hollingsworth 460; Shannon Primm 213t; Tom Ivey 269;Jesse Karlsberg 392; Faye Holbrook 67; Scott DePoy 179; John Kelso 52t; Helen Bryson 546; Margie Dietz 34b.

The memorial lesson was conducted by Scott DePoy and Darrell Swarens. Scott DePoy led 72t for the following sick and shut-ins: Lonnie Rogers, Lula Bradford, Raymond Hamrick, Dot Garrison, Violet Thomason, Reuban Ball, James Tolbert, Carlene Griffin, Deke Griffin, Danny Griffin, Joyce Walton, Bud Oliver, S.T. Reed, Rene Greene, Gertrude DeLong, and Pam Nunn.

Darrell Swarens led 267 for the following deceased: Bob Meek—Kentucky; Marie Ivey, Travis Keeton, Myrtle Wootten, Wayne Morgan—Alabama; Sammy Harlan, Mary Florence Smith—Georgia. Blake Sisemore offered prayer.

LUNCH

John Plunkett called the class to order leading 167. Leaders: Hayden Arp 408; Matt Hinton 472; Nathan Rees 193; Sharon Strong 327; Blake Sisemore 550; Anna Hinton 300; Judy Mincey 538; Tom Ivey 254; Darrell Swarens 507; Shannon Primm 250; B.M. Smith 318; John Hollingsworth 164; Erika Hinton 332; Molly Ellis 114; Billy Hollingsworth 376; Tony Hammock 148; Robert Chambless 503; Eli Hinton 268; Oscar McGuire 344; Judy Chambless 531; Sandra Wilkinson 542; John Kelso 397; Mark Godfrey 203; Margie Dietz 276; Johnathan Woods 168; Malinda Snow and friend, Sarah 33t; Matt Hinton 176b.

The convention entered into a business session for the purpose of hearing reports. The Resolutions Committee reported the following: The Committee, on behalf of the Convention, hereby submits the following: We thank our Almighty God for the grace and privilege of meeting in this, the 143rd annual Union Musical Sacred Harp Convention. We thank Big Creek Primitive Baptist Church for its hospitality, and the officers and committee members for their diligence. We thank the singers, both local and travelers, for each of you has enriched our own pleasure and has improved the praise we have strived to lift to our Creator and Sustainer. We therefore resolve to meet again September 30 and October 1, 2012 [Editor's note: Saturday, September 29 and Sunday, September 30, 2012.] at Hardeman Primitive Baptist Church in Decatur, Georgia, for the 144th session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Convention.

The Finance Committee reported that convention expenses were met. The reports were approved, and the business session was closed.

Announcements were made. John Plunkett and Jeannette DePoy led 56t as the closing song. The closing prayer was offered by John Hollingsworth.

Chairman—John Plunkett; Vice Chairman—Jeannette DePoy; Secretary—Helen Bryson

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention

Hardeman Primitive Baptist Church, Decatur, Georgia
Sep 29-30, '12

Saturday, September 29

The 144th session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention was hosted by Camp Creek Primitive Baptist Church and held at Hardeman Primitive Baptist Church, Decatur, Georgia, on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in September. The class was called to order at 10:00 a.m. by John Plunkett leading 52t. The opening prayer was offered by Tony Hammock. John Plunkett led 59.

Jesse P. Karlsberg directed the introductory lesson leading songs on pages 313b, 285b, 332, 31t, 378b, 403, 375, and 240.

Leaders: Jeannette DePoy 101t; Helen Bryson 100; Leigh Cooper 56t; Mark Godfrey 37t; Darrell Swarens 111b (in memory of Harrison Creel); Oscar McGuire 34b; Tony Hammock 83b; Amy Armstrong 84; David Brodeur 171; Jesse Roberts 216; Faye Hollis 340; B.M. Smith 389; Erica Hinton 314.

RECESS

Jeannette DePoy and Holly Mixon called the class to order leading 99.

A business session was held with the following officers elected or appointed to serve: Chairman—Jeannette DePoy; Vice Chairman—Jesse Pearlman Karlsberg; Secretary/Treasurer—Helen Bryson; Arranging Committee—John Plunkett and Erica Hinton; Memorial Committee—Chris Brown and Sandra Wilkinson; Finance Committee—Holly Mixon and Matt Hinton; Resolutions Committee—Judy Whiting and Tony Hammock; Chaplain—Matt Hinton. John Plunkett observed that the dates for next year's convention are in conflict with the Young People's Singing, Lacy Memorial Singing, and others. Discussion about possible options followed. Next year is Ebenezer's turn to host the convention. Jesse Roberts and John Plunkett will communicate with Janice Paulk who will communicate with church members and DeLong family members about options. Convention officers will make the final decision regarding possible change of venue and dates. This issue should be resolved prior to minutes being printed.

Leaders: Jeannette DePoy 129 (for Cathy White); Martha Ann Stegar 63; Micah Roberts 159; Robert Chambless 354b; Charles Woods 349; Henry Johnson 289; Matt Hinton and Emory students 47b; Judy Chambless 501; Judy Whiting 150; Holly Mixon 182; Chris Brown 183; Sandra Wilkinson 75; Eli Hinton 268.

LUNCH

Jesse Karlsberg called the class to order leading 45t. Leaders: Micah Roberts 481; Oscar McGuire 485; Sandra Wilkinson 176t; Darrell Swarens 472; Helen Bryson 546; Judy Whiting 432; John Plunkett 353; Holly Mixon 142; Matt Hinton and Jessica (visitor) 203; Chris Brown 362; Jesse Roberts 532; Laura Akerman 543; B.M. Smith 454; Mark Godfrey 277; David Brodeur 456; Amy Armstrong 215; Judy Chambless 540; Henry Johnson 288; Robert Chambless 68b; Leigh Cooper and Cecil Cooper 176t; Faye Hollis 168; Martha Ann Stegar 155; Tony Hammock 69t.

RECESS

Jeannette DePoy called the class to order leading 89. Leaders: Chris Brown 229; Erica Hinton 102; Judy Whiting 187; Darrell Swarens 228; Laura Akerman 390; Oscar McGuire 344; B.M. Smith 138t, 441; Faye Hollis 276.

Announcements were made. Jeannette DePoy led 323t as the closing song. The closing prayer was offered by Tony Hammock.

Sunday, September 30

The Sunday session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention was called to order by Jeannette DePoy leading 60. Matt Hinton offered the morning prayer.

Leaders: Jeannette DePoy 36b; Jesse Karlsberg 48t, 134; Helen Bryson 77t, 227; Holly Mixon 182, 196; Chris Brown 28b, 319; John Plunkett 89, 207; Sandra Wilkinson 311, 473; Matt Hinton 174, 120; Judy Whiting 28t, 273; Erica Hinton 176b, 391; Tony Hammock 430, 303; Judy Chambless 549, 527; Judy Mincey 176t, 301.

RECESS

Jesse Karlsberg and a group of Emory students called the class to order by leading 57. Leaders: Eric Tweedy 58, 200; Malinda Snow 96, 138b; John Hollingsworth 186, 291; Hayden Arp 393, 395; Lauren Bock 230, 297 (for Karen Rollins).

The memorial lesson was conducted by Sandra Wilkinson and Chris Brown. Chris Brown led 47t for the following sick and shut-ins: Violet Thomason, Cathy White, Reuben Ball, Carlene Griffin, Gertrude DeLong, Tony Parkinson, Cath Tyler, Curtis Owen, Don Walker, Charlotte Walker, Bea Gilmore, Chris Sugden, George Wheeler, Alan Jackson, Jim Helke, Dale Bruner, Jeff Sheppard, Shelbie Sheppard, Ellie Soler, and Raymond Hamrick.

Sandra Wilkinson led 285t for the following deceased: Dorothy Garrison, James Tolbert, Lonnie Rogers, Sally McEwen, Benny Leavelle—Georgia; M. Harrison Creel, Pauline Griggs, Myrtle Chambless—Alabama; Dr. Julietta Haynes—Tennessee; Ruth Johnson—Florida; Gordon Corrick, Joe Reynolds, Brenda Grimshaw, Harold Newell, and Malcolm Robertson—United Kingdom; Nellie Davis—Mississippi; Joan Fulle—Indiana. Matt Hinton closed the memorial lesson with prayer.

LUNCH

Jesse Karlsberg called the class to order leading 421. Leaders: Leigh Cooper 59, 441; Bill Hollingsworth 489, 180; Mary Brownlee 556, 183; Darrell Swarens 31t, 72b; David Brodeur 217, 283; Carol Hanson 171, 46; Nathan Rees 37t, 234; Laura Akerman 235, 347; Russ Hanson 163t, 270; Alice West 73t, 515.

RECESS

Jeannette DePoy and Nathan Rees called the class to order leading 384.

Leaders: Oscar McGuire 336, 327; B.M. Smith 111b, 475; Anna Hinton 40; Eli Hinton 472; Micah Roberts 480, 178; Jesse Roberts 461, 380.

The convention entered into a business session for the purpose of hearing reports. The Resolutions committee reported the following: Thank you to Hardeman Primitive Baptist Church for graciously hosting the 144th session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention for Camp Creek Church; thank you to all who provided the delicious food on both days; thank you to the committees and officers for their work in keeping the convention going; and thank you to all the singers for traveling to sing together. We hope to meet again in 2013 for the 145th session at a date and location to be determined. The finance committee reported that convention expenses have been met. The reports were approved and the business session was closed.

Announcements were made. Jeannette DePoy and Jesse Karlsberg led 56t as the closing song. The closing prayer was offered by Matt Hinton.

Chairman—Jeannette DePoy; Vice Chairman—Jesse P. Karlsberg; Secretary—Helen Bryson

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention

Sweetwater Chapel, Lawrenceville, Georgia
Jun 29-30, '13

Saturday, June 29

The 145th session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention was hosted by Ebenezer Primitive Baptist Church and held at Sweetwater Chapel, Lawrenceville, Georgia, on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in June. The class was called to order at 10:00 a.m. by Jeannette DePoy leading 59. The opening prayer was offered by Matt Hinton.

P. Dan Brittain conducted the introductory lesson leading songs on pages 147t, 504, 390, 56b, 491, 131b, 416, 123t, 345b, 158, 312t, 108t, 57, 71, 43, 214, 208, and 225b.

Leaders: Jesse P. Karlsberg 48t; Helen Bryson 411; John Plunkett 391; Erica Hinton 187; Tony Hammock 314; Matt Hinton 139.

RECESS

Jeannette DePoy called the class to order leading 99. A business session was held with the following officers elected or appointed to serve: Chairman—Jesse P. Karlsberg; Vice Chairman—Scott DePoy; Secretary/Treasurer—Helen Bryson; Arranging Committee—Lauren Bock, John Plunkett, and John Kelso; Memorial Committee—Emma Rose Brown and Nathan Rees; Finance Committee—Tony Hammock, Shannon Primm, and Michael Thompson; Resolutions Committee—Marcus Whitman, Jean Seiler, and Daire O'Sullivan; Chaplain—Matt Hinton. In other business a motion was made to contact Big Creek Primitive Baptist Church about the possibility of holding the Union Convention again on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in June, 2014. The rationale behind the motion being that having the convention in June would again be prior to camp thus perhaps draw more visitors. Jesse Pearlman Karlsberg and Scott DePoy are to speak with Faye Holbrook concerning the matter.

Leaders: Sandra Wilkinson 46; Eli Hinton 77t; Anna Hinton 282; Ellen Foster 373; Judy Chambless 549; Judy Mincey and Janie Hughes 474; Phillip Langley 564; Micah Roberts 300; Lisa Bennett 178; George Burnette 117; Shannon Primm and Liz Weaver 475; Eric Tweedy 385b; Ann Brantley 222; B.M. Smith 270; Erica Martinez 181; Faiz Wareh 365; John Kelso 543; Evangeline Schultz 143; Jonathan Smith and Touri Behrauz 428; Michael Spencer 382.

LUNCH

Lauren Bock and Daire O'Sullivan called the class to order leading 89. Leaders: Michael Thompson 436; Tarik Wareh 163t; Rachel Hall 165; Daphene Causey 196; Erik Schwab 546; Jean Seiler 217; Emma Rose Brown 517; Marcus Whitman 131t; Erin Johnson-Hill 434; Myles Louis Dakan 430; Dan Brittain 333; Rachel Carlisle 137; Ethan Schultz 284; Jackson Fleder 27; Ellen Lueck and Elise Steenburgh 441; Alvaro Witt Duarte 477; Reba Windom and Sharon DuPriest 269 (for Jeff and Shelbie Sheppard); Tim Morton 431; Ben Sachs-Hamilton 189; Wendy Futral 327.

RECESS

Scott DePoy called the class to order leading 277. Leaders: David Smead 67; Gigi Quinn and Marcus Whitman 66; Karen Olson and Dan Edwards 84; Darrell Swarens 198; Janice Paulk 337; Jesse Roberts 149; Jessica Harris 168t; Nathan Rees 140; Chris Wilhelm 308.

Announcements were made. Jesse Karlsberg and Lauren Bock led 209 as the closing song. The closing prayer was offered by Alvaro Witt Duarte.

Sunday, June 30

The Sunday session of the Union Convention was called to order by Jesse P. Karlsberg leading 31t. Matt Hinton offered the morning prayer.

Leaders: Scott DePoy 339 (in memory of Jane Hoey); Helen Bryson 454; John Kelso 397; Malinda Snow 510; Judy Mincey 180; Michael Spencer 420; Anna Hinton 40; Eli Hinton 268; Holly Mixon 142; John Plunkett 492; Lela Crowder 228; Michael Thompson and Joyce Walton 292; Lauren Bock 422; Matt Hinton 428; Tony Hammock 83b; Jeannette DePoy 392; Nathan Rees 310; Sandra Wilkinson 177; David Smead 472; Shannon Primm 115; Jonathon Smith 82b.

RECESS

Scott DePoy called the class to order leading 274t. Leaders: Tim Morton 394; Lisa Bennett 112; Jackson Fleder 208; Ethan Schultz 350; Elise Steenburgh 288; Rachel Carlisle 460; Marcus Whitman 91; Cathy White 159; Tarik Wareh 29b; Alvaro Witt Duarte 566.

The memorial lesson was conducted by Emma Rose Brown and Nathan Rees. Emma Rose led 34b for the following sick and shut-ins: Jetha Brooks, Josie Hyde, Terry Muher, Jeff Sheppard, Shelbie Sheppard, Rueben Ball, and Geneva Prichard.

Nathan Rees spoke and led 414 in memory of the following deceased: Violet Thomason and Nancy Yeager—Georgia; Gertrude DeLong, Lessie Reed, and Bud Oliver—Alabama; Jane Hoey—Massachusetts; Barbara Hall—New Hampshire; Langdon Smith—South Carolina; Marjorie Sommers—Indiana; Don Buswell—Arkansas. Marcus Whitman closed the memorial lesson with prayer.

Leaders: P. Dan Brittain 429; Gigi Flynn 163b.

LUNCH

Jesse Karlsberg called the class to order leading 313t. Leaders: Erik Schwab 500; Daire O'Sullivan 396; Willis McCumber 318; Jean Seiler 273; Samuel Sommers 502; Emma Rose Brown 322; Tarik Wareh 523; Ellen Lueck 375; Andrew Mashchak and Daniel Miller 170; Erica Martinez 148; Darrell Swarens 324; Erin Johnson-Hill 192; Erin Mills 430; Evangeline Schultz 217; Sophie Edwards, Hannah Edwards, and Dillard Edwards 49t; Renata Pekowska 504; Alice West 47t; Micah Roberts 432; Erica Hinton 286; Jesse Roberts 536; Jean Seiler, Tarik Wareh, and Faiz Wareh 49b; Willis McCumber, Emma Rose Brown, and Alvaro Witt Duarte 276; Samuel Sommers, Jonathon Smith, and Erik Schwab 505; Erin Johnson-Hill, Elise Steenburgh, and Ellen Lueck 406; Andrew Mashchak and Tim Morton 183; Marcus Whitman, Gigi Flynn, Ethan Schultz, and Evangeline Schultz 29t; Darrell Swarens, Jeannette DePoy, Lauren Bock, Erica Hinton, and Jesse Karlsberg 39t; Laura Akerman 224.

The convention entered into a business session for the purpose of hearing reports. The Resolutions Committee reported the following: We thank God for the opportunity to meet and sing together. Thank you to all who provided the delicious food on both days. Thank you to the committees and officers for their work in keeping the convention going. Thank you to all the singers for traveling to sing together. Thank you to those who provided hospitality. Thank you to everyone who came to sing or listen. We resolve to meet again in 2014 for the 146th session at a place and date to be determined. The Finance Committee reported that convention expenses were met. The reports were approved and the business session was closed.

Announcements were made. Jesse Karlsberg, Scott DePoy, and Helen Bryson led 62 as the closing song. The closing prayer was offered by Jesse Roberts, and the class was dismissed.

Chairman—Jesse P. Karlsberg; Vice Chairman—Scott DePoy; Secretary—Helen Bryson

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention

Big Creek Primitive Baptist Church, Alpharetta, Georgia
Jun 28-29, '14

Saturday, June 28

The 146th session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention was hosted by Big Creek Primitive Baptist Church, Alpharetta, Georgia, on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in June. The class was called to order at 10:00 a.m. by Jesse P. Karlsberg leading 31t. Matt Hinton offered the morning prayer.

Jonathan Smith directed the introductory lesson leading 410b, 159, 235, 271t, 204, 74b, and 355. Leaders: Scott DePoy 277; Helen Bryson 522; John Plunkett 175; Lauren Bock 228; John Kelso 490 (for friend, Virginia); Matt Hinton 131b; Nathan Rees 32b; Tony Hammock 430; Marcus Whitman 118; Faye Holbrook 376; Jeannette DePoy 306; Junie Wooten 503; Chris Tweedy 156; Jerusha Wheeler 53; Phillip Langley 564.

RECESS

Jesse P. Karlsberg led 75 to bring the class back together. A business session was held with the following officers elected or appointed to serve: Chairman-Scott DePoy; Vice Chairman-Lauren Bock; Secretary/Treasurer-Helen Bryson; Chaplain-John Kelso; Arranging Committee-Jesse P. Karlsberg, Amy Armstrong, and David Brodeur; Resolutions Committee-Eimear Cradock, Calum Woods, and Faye Holbrook; Finance Committee-B.M. Smith and Riley Lee; Memorial Committee-Marcus Whitman and Nathan Rees.

Leaders: John Hollingsworth 308; Eric Tweedy 174; Roger Keane 284; Janice Paulk 540; Dan Harper 268; Daniel Whelan 47b; Amy Armstrong 383; Cora Wareh 167; Rebecca Over 436; Richard DeLong 234; Edmund Richardson 534; Jenna Strizak 111t; B.M. Smith 163b; Gwen Gethner 203; Diane O'Shields 497.

LUNCH

Scott DePoy began the afternoon session by leading 274t. Leaders: Riley Lee 101b; Nate Green 77t; Pattie Wareh 89; Guy Bankes 157; Carol Huang 328; Natalie Sims 335; Jeff Begley 144; Eimear Cradock 134; Rachel Rudi 406; Tarik Wareh 212; Shawn Whelan 49b; Calum Woods 100; Faiz Wareh 95; Darrell Swarens 198; Jackie O'Reily 97; Henry Johnson 515; Deborah Marsh and Isabelle Lamarre 34b; David Brodeur 362; Hayden Arp 553; Sandra Wilkinson 313t.

RECESS

Jeannette DePoy brought the class to order by leading 99. Leaders: Erica Hinton 492; David Smead 137; Jessica Kelso and John Kelso 205; Lisa Bennett 83t; Rebecca Over, Calum Woods, and Edmund Richardson 102; Carol Huang, Gwen Gethner, and Jackie O'Reily 270; Jeff Begley and Dan Harper 84; Shawn Whelan, Natalie Sims, and Daniel Whelan 340; Tarik Wareh and Faiz Wareh 412; Guy Bankes and Anna Bowen 315; Marcus Whitman 29b; Roger Keane 122; Eimear Cradock 448t; Pattie Wareh and Cora Wareh 33b.

Announcements were made. Scott DePoy and Lauren Bock led 347 as the closing song. John Kelso offered the closing prayer.

Sunday, June 29

The Sunday session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention was called to order by Scott DePoy leading 101t. Marcus Whitman offered the morning prayer.

Leaders: Lauren Bock 87; Helen Bryson 176t; Jesse P. Karlsberg 439; David Brodeur 556 (in memory of Jeff and Shelbie Sheppard); Jeannette DePoy 448b; Faye Holbrook 392; Tony Hammock 303; Matt Hinton 234; John Plunkett 541; John Kelso 283; Richard DeLong 123b; John Hollingsworth 291; Anna Bowen and Guy Bankes 481; Erica Hinton 428; David Smead 500; Robert Chambless 84; Andy Ditzler 36b; Lisa Bennett 374.

RECESS

Lauren Bock led 108t to bring the class to order. Leaders: Malinda Snow 510; Judy Mincey 367; Faiz Wareh 228; Judy Chambless 540; Bill Hollingsworth 320; Daniel Whelan 38b; Rebecca Over 465; Cora Wareh 339; Jackie O'Reily 340; Sandra Wilkinson 345t; Jeff Begley 42; Darrell Swarens 507; Riley Lee 407; Jerusha Wheeler and Cherri Ciepiela 217.

Nathan Rees and Marcus Whitman conducted the memorial lesson. Nathan Rees read a portion of a note he'd received from Carroll Lundsford prior to his death. In it, Carroll wrote of how much the music CDs Nathan had sent meant to him. Nathan encouraged all of us to take the time to make a phone call or send a card to those who are sick or shut-in. A small effort on our part can mean so much to the recipient. Nathan led 30t for the following sick and shut-ins: Don Bowen, Ollie Tetloff, Evelyn Harris, S.T. Reed, and Betty Wright.

Marcus Whitman read the following scriptures: John 11 verses 32-35, and Romans 8 verses 8-23. Marcus led 285t in memory of the following deceased: Jeff Sheppard, Shelbie Sheppard, Lou Cotney, Hobert Ivey, Josie Hyde, and Bill Aplin—Alabama; Diane Mennella and Dean McNeil—New York; Teenie Moody, Reuben Ball, Jetha Brooks, Carlene Griffin, and Anita Jones—Georgia; Mark Ferguson and John Cradock—Ireland; Somen Goodman—Quebec; Andy Jones—Connecticut; Tools Lawson—New Zealand; Carroll Lundsford—California; Sharon Kellam—North Carolina; Jim Hearne—Missouri. John Kelso closed the memorial service with prayer.

Leaders: Henry Johnson 82b; J.R. Hardman 504.

LUNCH

The afternoon session began with Scott DePoy leading 277. Leaders: Aldo Ceresa 430; Jonathon Smith 189 (in memory of Violet Thomason); Natalie Sims 300; Samuel Sommers 502; Reba Windom 546; Nathan Rees 442; Calum Woods 349; Richard Ivey 222; Carol Huang 76b; Marcus Whitman 48b; Gwen Gethner 480; Edmund Richardson 210; Shawn Whelan 209; B.M. Smith 438; Tarik Wareh 220; Rachel Rudi 465; Eimear Cradock 269; Pattie Wareh 168; Gideon Dresdner 89; Susan Posey 58; Amy Armstrong 112; Rebecca Over 373; Jackie O'Reily 86; Jeff Begley 99; Gwen Gethner and Carol Huang 411; Edmund Richardson and Calum Woods 343; Tarik Wareh, Pattie Wareh, Faiz Wareh, and Cora Wareh 542; Shawn Whelan, Natalie Sims, and Daniel Whelan 40; Jonathon Smith, Aldo Ceresa, Nathan Rees, and Richard Ivey 138t; Rachel Rudi and Riley Lee 475; Darrell Swarens, Samuel Sommers, and John Hollingsworth 36t; Eimear Cradock 344.

The convention entered into a business session for the purpose of hearing reports. The Resolutions Committee reported the following: As we meet to form the 146th session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention, our hearts are full and rejoicing. God has richly blessed us once again with a wonderful class and memories to share in the days to come. We thank God for the attendance, the weather, the food, and the fellowship. Thank you to all who helped in any way. We hope to meet again in 2015 at the Sweetwater Chapel, Lawrenceville, Georgia, on November 28 and 29. May God see each of you safely home and bless you to return again.

The Finance Committee reported that convention expenses were met. The reports were approved, and the business session was closed. Announcements were made.

The officers led 62 as the closing song. Marcus Whitman offered the closing prayer, and the class was dismissed.

Chairman—Scott DePoy; Vice Chairman—Lauren Bock; Secretary—Helen Bryson

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention

Sweetwater Chapel, Lawrenceville, Georgia
Nov 28-29, '15

Saturday, November 28

The 147th session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention was hosted by Camp Creek Primitive Baptist Church, Lilburn, Georgia, on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in November. The class was called to order at 10:00 a.m. by Scott DePoy leading 101t. Matt Hinton offered the morning prayer.

Matt Hinton directed the introductory lesson leading songs on pages 503, 330b, 284, 375, 174, 351, 313b, and 234. Leaders: John Hollingsworth 82t; Jeannette DePoy 31t; Jerusha Wheeler 333; John Plunkett 571; Tony Hammock 556; Tom Ivey 273; Bill Hollingsworth 461; Sharon Strong 573; Samuel Williams 372; Robert Kelley 318; Michael Walker 35; Daniel Williams 337; Giles Simmer and Dana Jago 63.

RECESS

Scott DePoy called the class to order leading 277. A business session was held with the following officers elected or appointed to serve: Chairman—John Plunkett; Vice Chairman—Daniel Williams; Secretary/Treasurer—Helen Bryson; Resolutions Committee—Scott DePoy and Jeannette DePoy; Memorial Lesson—Michael Walker.

Leaders: John Plunkett 52t; Daniel Williams 74t; Phillip Langley 385t; Debora Grosse 178; Erica Hinton 464; Karen Clark 70t; Anna Hinton 142; Karen Edwards 71; Margie Dietz 354b; Susan Firestone 475; Doug Allison 53; Jerusha Wheeler 193; Tony Hammock 83b; Tom Ivey 195; Bill Hollingsworth 466; Eli Hinton 99; Sharon Strong 306; Samuel Williams 269.

LUNCH

Daniel Williams called the class to order leading 401. Leaders: Helen Bryson 176t; Robert Kelley 131t; Michael Walker 205; Daniel Williams 320; Giles Simmer and Dana Jago 39t; Debora Grosse 186; Karen Clark 534; John Plunkett 501; Karen Edwards 203; Robert Kelley 66; Jeannette DePoy 328; Tony Hammock 138b; Doug Allison 145t; Scott DePoy 274t; John Hollingsworth 109; Susan Firestone 474; Tom Ivey 442; Karen Clark 569t; Daniel Williams 29t; Samuel Williams 163t; Tony Hammock 439; Bill Hollingsworth 207; Michael Walker 213t; Sharon Strong 113; Susan Firestone 504; Seth Langer and Michael Walker 30b; Giles Simmer and Dana Jago 376.

Announcements were made. John Plunkett led 46 as the closing song. John Hollingsworth offered the closing prayer.

Sunday, November 29

John Plunkett called the class to order leading 48t. John Kelso offered the morning prayer.

Leaders: John Plunkett 30t; Helen Bryson 312t, 568; Phillip Langley 180, 100; Andy Ditzler 547, 38b; Jeannette DePoy 89, 67; John Kelso 214, 447 (in memory of Bonnie Kiddle); Michael Spencer 393, 278t; Sandra Wilkinson 300, 159; David Brodeur 151, 150; Judy Mincey 213b, 369; B.M. Smith 101t, 512 (for Sid Caldwell).

RECESS

John Plunkett called the class to order leading 52b. Leaders: Reba Windom 36b, 82t; Faye Holbrook 455, 111b; Michael Walker 103, 169; Oscar McGuire 276, 287; John Hollingsworth 434, 36t; Scott DePoy 179 (in memory of Robert DePoy), 128; Helen Bryson 222, 223; Phillip Langley 517, 76b.

Michael Walker conducted the memorial lesson. He spoke of the subtleties of Thanksgiving and gratitude for the Sacred Harp family. Michael led 475 in memory of the deceased and for the sick and shut-ins. We remember the following deceased: Robert DePoy, Raymond Hamrick, Joyce Harrison, George Garner, C.W. Garner, Bonnie Kiddle, Bernice Thompson Steadman, and Dan Pattillo—Georgia; Oliver Kindig-Stokes—Pennsylvania; Loraine Bayer—Ohio; Evelyn Harris—Alabama. The following sick and shut-ins are remembered: Richard DeLong, Geneva Prichard, Jack Paulk, Tommie Spurlock, and Matt Jacobs. John Kelso closed the memorial lesson with prayer.

LUNCH

John Plunkett called the class to order leading 473. Leaders: Andy Ditzler 460; Jeannette DePoy and Reba Windom 542, 566; Judy Mincey 501, 279; Hayden Arp 177, 204; Sandra Wilkinson 334, 345t; Reba Windom 418, 186; Scott DePoy 47b; Michael Spencer 308, 166; Oscar McGuire 515; David Brodeur 44, 523; Michael Walker 135, 522; John Kelso 500, 423; B. M. Smith 72b; Faye Holbrook 77t, 392; Alice West 73t, 544, 565; Helen Bryson 162; Michael Walker 410b; John Kelso 225t (in memory of Loraine Bayer).

The convention entered into a business session for the purpose of hearing reports. The Resolutions Committee reported the following: The 147th session of Union Musical Sacred Harp Convention gives thanks to God for His many blessings given us, most especially for the gift of Sacred Harp, which fills our hearts with joy and love for one another. We give thanks for all those singers who have gone before us, and those who have kept this tradition alive and growing. We thank God for all the singers who participated, and came from near and far to join us in this fellowship. We are grateful to all whose work made for a wonderful weekend of singing. We hope to meet again in 2016 on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in October at a location to be determined (possibly Sweetwater Chapel). May God be with each of us and allow us to meet again. Ebenezer Primitive Baptist is to host the convention in 2016 with the location to be determined. The Finance Committee reported that convention expenses were met. The reports were approved. The business session was closed.

Announcements were made. John Plunkett led 347 as the closing song. Judy Mincey offered the closing prayer.

Chairman—John Plunkett; Vice Chairman—Daniel Williams; Secretary—Helen Bryson

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention

Sweetwater Chapel, Lawrenceville, Georgia
Oct 29-30, '16

Saturday, October 29

The 148th session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention was hosted by Ebenezer Primitive Baptist Church, Atlanta, Georgia, on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in October. The class was called to order at 9:30 a.m. by John Plunkett leading 52t. Bill Hollingsworth offered the morning prayer. Jeannette DePoy directed the introductory lesson leading songs on pages 418, 168, 73b, 378b, 119, 71, and 572.

Leaders: Helen Bryson 205, 328; Rachel Carlisle 318, 192; David Brodeur 85, 69b; Emmaleigh Calhoun 277, 47b; Bill Hollingsworth 180, 91; Eric Tweedy 68t, 276; Jerusha Wheeler 551; Nina Burris 335, 288; Jesse Karlsberg 289, 325; Rebecca Over 74t, 562.

RECESS

John Plunkett called the class to order leading 167.

A business session was held with the following officers and committee members elected or appointed to serve: Chairman—Nathan Rees; Vice Chairman—Rachel Carlisle; Secretary/Treasurer—Helen Bryson; Resolutions Committee—Lisa Bennett and Rebecca Over; Memorial Committee—David Brodeur and David Smead; Arranging Committee—Jeannette DePoy and Andy Ditzler. A motion was made and carried to add John Plunkett as a second on the convention checking account.

Leaders: David Smead 296, 444; John Hollingsworth 236; Winfred Kerr 87, 500; Lisa Bennett 538, 186; Andy Ditzler 337, 407; Debora Grosse 114, 116; Nathan Rees 29b, 211; Michael Spencer 370, 393; Chris Tweedy 156, 70t; Tony Hammock 547, 275b; Chris Wilhelm 101b, 107.

LUNCH

Nathan Rees called the class to order leading 101t. Leaders: Susan Posey 312b, 228; Ann Riley Gray 439, 142; Sandra Wilkinson 40, 334; George Burnette 128, 129; David Brodeur 104; Rebecca Over 504; Nina Burris 198; Jesse Karlsberg 202; Andy Ditzler 416; Eric Tweedy 195; Emmaleigh Calhoun 146; Michael Spencer 191; Chris Wilhelm 494; Tony Hammock 112; Debora Grosse 460; David Smead 158; John Hollingsworth 240; Lisa Bennett 505 (in memory of Earlis McGraw); Winfred Kerr 388; Alice West 408, 73t; Jerusha Wheeler 454; George Burnette 117; Ann Riley Gray 316; Sandra Wilkinson 300.

Announcements were made. Nathan Rees and the other officers led 323t as the closing song. Bill Hollingsworth offered the closing prayer.

Sunday, October 30

Nathan Rees called the class to order leading 56t. John Plunkett offered the morning prayer.

Leaders: Rachel Carlisle 275b, 145t; Helen Bryson 312t, 546; Andy Ditzler 132, 375; Jeannette DePoy 55, 457; David Brodeur 83b, 93; David Smead 467, 138b; Rebecca Over 50b, 461; Lisa Bennett 387, 512; Eli Hinton 146, 65; Scott DePoy 114, 179; Sandra Wilkinson 405, 73b; Matt Hinton 275t, 280; Jesse Karlsberg 110, 440.

RECESS

Rachel Carlisle called the class to order leading 32t. Leaders: John Plunkett 85, 53; Trevor Goble 67, 86; Jim Neal 84, 496; Dan Edwards 47b, 448b; Isaac Green 24b, 73t.

David Smead and David Brodeur conducted the memorial lesson. David Brodeur read from Hebrews, chapter 12. The sick and shut-ins remembered were Susan Harcrow, Jack Paulk, Ben Price, Michael Appert, Donna Bell, Terry Wootten, Johnny Lee, and Tom Hanson. The deceased remembered were Earlis McGraw, B.M. Smith, Geneva Prichard, Loyd Landrum, Mary Lee Calhoun, John Thomas Lee, Sr.—Georgia; Hester Edwards, Toney Smith, Steve Adams, Kermit Adams—Alabama; Janelle Davis—Illinois; Tony Conrad—New York; and Thomas Z. Hart. They led 70t. Jim Neal closed the memorial lesson with prayer.

Leaders: Anna Hinton 209, 142; Samuel Williams 197, 163t: John Hollingsworth 354t, 415.

LUNCH

Helen Bryson called the class to order leading 81b. Leaders: Winfred Kerr 314, 354b; Erica Hinton and friend 228, 74b; Reba Windom 270; Julian Damashek 187, 131b; Shannon Primm 29b, 72t; Hayden Arp 408, 283; Lauren Bock 50t, 181; Amy Armstrong Wells 411, 278t; Oscar McGuire 163b, 229 (for Bentley McGuire); Malinda Snow 148, 107; Judy Mincey 465, 489; Anders Wells 89, 70b; Debora Grosse 333, 569b; Alice West 100, 119; Rebecca Over 516; Winfred Kerr 517.

The convention entered into a business session for the purpose of hearing reports. The Resolutions Committee reported the following: We, the singers and members of the 148th session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention, thank God for the many blessings he has given to us. We thank Him for Sacred Harp, for the joy of singing and for the opportunity for fellowship with friends from near and far. We thank Him for the composers of the music and for the poets whose words we sing. We give thanks for all those who have gone before and have handed this very special tradition down to us. We thank all those whose hard work made this wonderful weekend of singing possible, especially all who prepared the delicious food that we have enjoyed both days. We thank all who came to sing and to participate on both days. We thank all associated with Ebenezer Primitive Baptist Church, the hosts of the convention this year, and whose hard work and dedication over the years has made it possible for us to enjoy the pleasure of singing here at Sweetwater Chapel. May God be with each and every one of us and allow us to meet again next year on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in October for the 149th session of this convention at Big Creek Primitive Church.

The Treasurer reported that convention expenses were met. The reports were approved, and the business session was closed.

Announcements were made. Nathan Rees and the other officers led 62 as the closing song. Jim Neal offered the closing prayer.

Chairman—Nathan Rees; Vice Chairman—Rachel Carlisle; Secretary—Helen Bryson

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention

Sweetwater Chapel, Lawrenceville, Georgia
Oct 28-29, '17

Saturday, October 28

The 149th session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention was hosted by Big Creek Primitive Baptist Church, Alpharetta, Georgia, on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in October. The class was called to order at 9:30 a.m. by Rachel Carlisle leading 63. John Plunkett offered the morning prayer. Helen Brown directed the introductory lesson leading songs on pages 569t (in memory of Raymond Hamrick), 309, 142, 225t (in memory of Hugh McGraw and Lonnie Rogers), 531, 370, 26, and 234.

Leaders: Helen Bryson 81b; Jeannette DePoy 213t; Andy Ditzler 191; Lisa Bennett 212 (for friend, Joni); David Brodeur 304; David Smead 204; Robert Chambless 343; Faye Holbrook 494; Philip Denney 300; Janice Paulk 136; Samuel Williams 512.

RECESS

Rachel Carlisle called the class to order leading 145t. A business session was held with the following officers and committee members elected or appointed to serve: Chairman—Faye Holbrook; Vice Chairman—Jeannette DePoy; Secretary/Treasurer—Helen Bryson; Resolutions Committee—Lisa Bennett and Judy Mincey; Memorial Committee—Ted Brown and Helen Brown; Arranging Committee—David Brodeur and Andy Ditzler; Chaplain—Michael Walker.

Leaders: Jerusha Wheeler 155; Judy Chambless 29t; Daniel Lee 411; John Plunkett 465; Karen Rollins 446; Tony Hammock 39b; Susan Cherones 56b; Ted Brown 119; Debora Grosse 49t; Jesse Roberts 193; Judy Mincey 434; Michael Spencer 420; Daniel Williams 203; Michael Walker 202; Phillip Langley 475.

RECESS

Jeannette DePoy called the class to order leading 36b. Leaders: Rosemarie Yntema 228; Karen Rollins 365; Sandra Wilkinson 297; Lisa Bennett 296; Philip Denney 168; Debora Grosse 81t; Daniel Lee 28b; Susan Cherones 564; Daniel Edwards and his father 501; Andy Ditzler 572; Helen Bryson 492; Jerusha Wheeler 200. Ted Brown asked a blessing before the noon meal.

LUNCH

Faye Holbrook called the class to order leading 542. Leaders: Janice Paulk 518; Jesse Roberts 208; David Smead 478; Ted Brown 378t; Rosemarie Yntema 183; Helen Brown 436; Michael Walker 207; Michael Spencer 521; Daniel Williams 505; Judy Mincey 485; Tony Hammock 383; David Brodeur 360; Judy Chambless 209; Samuel Williams 498; Robert Chambless 77b; John Plunkett 459; Sandra Wilkinson 144; Ted Brown, Helen Brown, and Michael Walker 187; Faye Holbrook 455.

Announcements were made. Jeannette DePoy and Faye Holbrook led 46 as the closing song. Jesse Roberts offered the closing prayer.

Sunday, October 29

The Sunday session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention began with Faye Holbrook, who called the class to order leading 49t and 67. Michael Walker offered the morning prayer.

Leaders: Jeannette DePoy 129, 421; Helen Bryson 91, 176t; Andy Ditzler 116, 76t; David Brodeur 124, 135; Nathan Rees 104, 374; Lisa Bennett 29b, 70b; Ted Brown 73b, 303; David Smead 48b, 385t; Scott DePoy 48t (for Daniel Evans).

RECESS

Daniel Williams called the class to order leading 400 and 384 (in memory of Horace DeLong). Leaders: Isaac Green 541, 422; Lauren Bock 292, 227.

Ted Brown and Helen Brown conducted the memorial lesson. Helen read from 2 Corinthians 1:3-4: "Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in our troubles, so that we may be able to comfort those in any trouble, with the comfort we ourselves receive from God". This epitomizes the Sacred Harp Community. We are supporting and comforting all those in need, whether they be sick in mind or body, by thinking of them and singing for them. As important as it is to name them, we need to carry this through into contacting our sick and shut-ins to let them know they are in our thoughts. Many people have been touched, comforted, upheld and strengthened by knowing that they have been named on this list. It can mean so much to receive a card or a phone call to say "we sang this for you today". Let's never underestimate the amount of compassion and comfort which we can supply, by the grace of God. One day our own names may be on the list and I certainly would hope that someone will sing for me. The deceased we sing for this year are as follows: Jean Macdonald, Donald Macdonald, and Julie Selvey—United Kingdom; Hugh McGraw, Harold DeLong, Michael Thompson's father, Daniel Evans, Mike Taylor, George Snyder, Johnny Lee, Delorese Lee, and Bill Posey—Georgia; Eloise Wootten and Caleb Allred—Alabama; Charles Wells—Minnesota; Julie Vea—Wisconsin; and Janelle Davis—Illinois. Helen led 70t in memory of the deceased.

Ted Brown reminded us that death leaves a void in our heart. He offered suggestions that we may adopt to assist the sick and shut-ins and those who have lost a loved one: offer to run errands, cook and deliver meals, encourage folks to ask for help, send cards and flowers, not just in the immediate period following a death, but later. Ted led 566 for the following sick and shut-Ins: Kate Evans, Benton Evans, Agnes Roberts, Virginia Dyer, Andy Anderson, Charlene Wallace, Richard DeLong, Jack Paulk, Virginia Futral, Cassie Allen, Chris Holley, Concetta Branson, Don Walker, Charlotte Walker, and Rosalie Romero. Michael Walker closed the memorial lesson with prayer. Judy Mincey led 27 and 71.

RECESS

David Brodeur called the class to order leading 223. Leaders: Samuel Williams 302, 562; Matt Hinton 320, 312t; Phillip Langley 385t, 460; Anna Hinton 142, 455; John Plunkett 467, 150. Matt Hinton offered the lunch prayer.

LUNCH

Faye Holbrook called the class to order leading 376. Leaders: Jesse Karlsberg 503 (in memory of Junie Wooten), 189 (in memory of Violet Thomason); Erica Hinton 69t, 534; Amber Davis 110, 300 (in memory of Gravis Ballinger); Michael Walker 35, 517; Laura Akerman 28t, 383; Helen Brown 217, 456; Isaac Green 522; Lottie Hinton 32t; Lauren Bock 528; Helen Bryson 546; Ted Brown 373; Lisa Bennett 372; Daniel Williams 448b; David Smead 527; Phillip Langley 224; Samuel Williams 378b; Matt Hinton 375; Helen Brown 349; Michael Walker 230; Nathan Rees 200; Amber Davis 276.

The convention entered into a business session for the purpose of hearing reports. Judy Mincey and Lisa Bennett of the Resolutions Committee reported the following: We give thanks to the Almighty for the opportunity to lift our voices in song together, to share this rich fellowship and to enjoy the hospitality of Big Creek Primitive Baptist Church. We thank Big Creek for the use of this historic and beautiful facility. We thank all the cooks and providers of the wonderful meals we have enjoyed both days. We are grateful to the officers and committee members whose work makes this convention operate so smoothly it seems to run itself, including those who work quietly behind the scenes arranging the room and cleaning up. We hereby resolve to meet at the City of Alpharetta Municipal Building on September 29 and 30, 2018, for the 150th session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention. The Treasurer reported that convention expenses were met. The reports were approved and the business session was closed. Announcements were made.

Faye Holbrook and Jeannette DePoy led 146 as the closing song. Michael Walker offered the closing prayer.

Chairman—Faye Holbrook; Vice Chairman—Jeannette DePoy; Secretary/Treasurer—Helen Bryson

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention

Alpharetta City Hall, Alpharetta, Georgia
Sep 29-30, '18

Saturday, September 29

The 150th session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention was held in the Alpharetta City Hall, Alpharetta, Georgia, on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in September. Throughout the convention, singers shared their memories of attending this convention in previous years and what it has meant to them. The class was called to order at 9:30 a.m. by Faye Holbrook leading 81t. John Plunkett offered the morning prayer. Faye Holbrook led 75.

Leaders: Jeannette DePoy 31t, 171; Helen Bryson 217, 274t (in memory of Allan Lambert); David Brodeur 339, 323b; Andy Ditzler 180, 504; Tony Hammock 495, 112; Winfred Kerr 40, 516; Lauren Bock 72b (remembering the Isbell family), 172; David Smead 160b, 27; John Plunkett 147t, 385t. Janice Paulk, who had attended the 100th session of this convention, led the introductory lesson with the following songs: 478, 384, 448b, 541, 274b.

RECESS

David Brodeur called the class to order leading 330b. Leaders: Lisa Bennett 77b (for Charlene Wallace), 155 (for her friend Zee's family); Jesse Roberts 536, 201.

A business session was held and the following officers and committee members were elected or appointed to serve: Chairman—Jeannette DePoy; Vice Chairman—Rebecca Over; Secretary/Treasurer—Helen Bryson; Arranging Committee—Jesse Karlsberg and Lauren Bock; Memorial Committee—Nathan Rees and Andy Ditzler; Locating Committee—David Brodeur, John Plunkett, and Oscar McGuire; Resolutions Committee—Lisa Bennett and David Smead; Finance Committee—Eli Hinton and Anna Hinton; Chaplains—Jesse Roberts and Andy Ditzler. There was discussion about how the Union Convention should proceed in the future. To that end, the following items were passed: a locating committee will be appointed and future Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Conventions may be held at any location in Georgia. Also discussed was whether the date for next year's convention should be changed to June as there is a conflict. It was voted to keep the September date for 2019 (the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in September).

Leaders: Jerusha Wheeler 203, 157; Jesse Karlsberg 88t, 285b; Phillip Langley 272, 283; Richard DeLong 544 (in memory of Doris DeLong), 109 (in memory of great grandmother Corley); Rachel Carlisle 204, 480; Anna Hinton 455, 142; Bob Hume 276, 45t; Sandra Wilkinson 168, 300; Matt Hinton 234, 212.

LUNCH

Rebecca Over called the class to order leading 106. Leaders: Pat Temple 162, 195; Jose Comacho-Cerna 528, 306; Nathan Rees 181, 444; Evelyn Lamb 99 (in memory of Barbara Losse), 446; Robert Kelley 565, 150; Keillor Mose 420, 222; William Cleary 137, 227; Emily Stutzman 154, 503; Nicholas Thompson 216, 304; Rebecca Over 123b, 562; Mary Wright 146, 477; John Plunkett and friends 49b; Keillor Mose 28b; Evelyn Lamb 492; Bob Hume 268; Nicholas Thompson 336; William Cleary 215; Emily Stutzman 159; Jose Comacho-Cerna 149; Robert Kelley 105.

Announcements were made. Jeannette DePoy, Rebecca Over, and Helen Bryson led 323t as the closing song. Jesse Roberts offered the closing prayer.

Sunday, September 30

The Sunday session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention was held in the Alpharetta City Hall, Alpharetta, Georgia. Jeannette DePoy called the class to order leading 56t and 89. Evelyn Lamb offered the morning prayer.

Leaders: Rebecca Over 59, 465; Helen Bryson 505, 313b; Jesse Karlsberg 353, 351; Lauren Bock 76t, 123t; David Smead 235, 170; Nathan Rees 44, 93; Lisa Bennett 410t, 410b; Andy Ditzler 453 (for Charlene Wallace), 85; Jerusha Wheeler 87, 271t; Rachel Carlisle 145t, 155.

RECESS

Rebecca Over called the class to order leading 131b. Leaders: John Plunkett 467, 354t; Faye Holbrook 542, 196 (in memory of Ms. Leola Wright); David Brodeur 399t, 385b; Oscar McGuire 475, 556; Malinda Snow 468, 466; Emily Stutzman 270, 178; Vaudie Sherer 101t, 480 (in memory of John Hocutt).

RECESS

Jeannette DePoy called the class to order leading 421. Leaders: Janice Paulk 136, 317; Winfred Kerr 314, 36b; Ateven Snderson 108b, 192; Matt Hinton 100, 109; Mary Wright 312t, 312b.

The memorial lesson was conducted by Andy Ditzler and Nathan Rees. Andy spoke of the sense of separation that singers feel when they are sick and/or shut-in. It can feel like being in exile in another country. This is when our compassion comes in as we sing and remember these singers and their caregivers as well. Andy led 390 for the following sick and shut-ins: Jack Paulk, Ottis Sides, Velton Chafin, Ann Jett, Charlene Wallace, Karen Rollins, Don Bowen, Norma Mincey, Concetta Branson, and Lynne deBenedette.

Nathan shared his experience as one day he was at the Sacred Harp Publishing Company headquarters scanning pictures when he came across a picture of Hugh McGraw sitting at the same desk in the same chair where Nathan was seated. Nathan shared that at this time he felt a range of emotions. Two of the strongest were grief, and then gratitude to Hugh as he and other singers have created space for singers who came later and are still coming and learning about Sacred Harp. The deceased we remember today are part of a large group. Nathan led 48t in memory of the following deceased: Allan Lambert, Agnes Roberts, Daniel Evans, Thomas Sanders, Wawena Entrekin Miles, Louise Holland, Ruth Ayers, Audrey Ruth Garner, Florice Akin, and Hollis Gentry—Georgia; Julie Vea—Wisconsin; Ann Sleeva and Berkley Moore—Illinois; Amy Denison and Mel Rosenbaum—Texas; Darrell Swarens—Indiana; Steve Helwig-Oregon; Michael Kaye—New York; Barbara Losse—Utah; Barbara Isbell, Daphene Causey, Willodean Barton, Mike Jones, and Floy Wilder—Alabama; Susan Carr—United Kingdom; Elizabeth Rechenberg—Ohio. John Plunkett closed the memorial lesson with prayer.

LUNCH

Rebecca Over called the class to order leading 82t. Leaders: Michael Spencer 370, 382; Evelyn Lamb 486, 228; Anna Hinton 203, 383; William Cleary 386, 232; Bob Hume 38b, 472; Nicole Scott 39b, 84; Eli Hinton 186, 299; Jesse Roberts 66, 328; Pat Temple 457; Pat Temple and Richard DeLong 33t; Dan Edwards 56b, 73t; Lottie Hinton 32t; Laura Akerman 543, 124; Richard DeLong 348b, 72b; Evelyn Lamb 371; Ateven Snderson and Daren 344; William Cleary and Bob Hume 448t.

The convention entered into a business session for purpose of hearing reports. Lisa Bennett and David Smead of the Resolutions Committee reported the following: We, the singers and members of the 150th session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention, thank God for the many blessings he has given to us. We are filled with gratitude for Sacred Harp, for the joy of singing and for the opportunity for fellowship with friends from near and far. We give thanks for all those singers who have gone before us, and those who have kept this tradition alive and growing. We thank all the singers who participated, who came from near and far to join us in the fellowship. We are grateful to all whose work made for a wonderful weekend of singing. We resolve to meet on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in September, 2019, for the 151st session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention at a location to be determined. Addendum: We thank Alpharetta Councilman Donald Mitchell for arranging the availability of the Alpharetta City Hall for this year's convention. The Treasurer reported that the convention expenses were met. The Locating Committee reported that arrangements will be finalized within =30 days for the 2019 location and will be communicated to the Secretary. The reports were approved and the business session was closed. Announcements were made.

Jeannette DePoy, Rebecca Over, and Helen Bryson led 146 as the closing song. Jesse Roberts offered the closing prayer.

Chairman—Jeannette DePoy; Vice Chairman—Rebecca Over; Secretary—Helen Bryson

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention

Poplar Springs Primitive Baptist Church, Bowdon, Georgia
Sep 28-29, '19

Saturday, September 28

The 151st session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention was held at Poplar Springs Primitive Baptist Church, Bowdon, Georgia, on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in September. The class was called to order at 9:30 a.m. by Jeannette DePoy leading 81t. Bill Hollingsworth offered the morning prayer.

Jeannette DePoy led 34b. John Plunkett conducted the introductory lesson leading 492, 80t, 312t, 325, 225t, 330t, 355. Leaders: Rebecca Over 105, 144; Helen Bryson 176t, 522; David Brodeur 353, 359; Samuel Williams 482, 171; Joyce Heath 460, 318; Jack Nelson 399t, 32t.

RECESS

Kathy Williams called the class to order leading 108t. Leaders: Daniel Williams 77t; Robert Chambless 163b.

A business session was held and the following officers and committee members were elected or appointed to serve: Chairman—Rebecca Over; Vice Chairman—Andy Ditzler; Secretary/Treasurer—Helen Bryson; Chaplains—Bill Hollingsworth, Jesse Roberts, and Daniel Williams; Arranging Committee—David Brodeur, Lisa Bennett, and David Smead; Memorial Committee—Karen Rollins and Kathy Williams; Locating Committee—John Plunkett and Philip Denney; Resolutions Committee—Jeannette DePoy and Oscar McGuire; Finance Committee—Samuel Williams, Richard DeLong, and Winfred Kerr. There was a lengthy discussion concerning venues for next year's convention, conflicts with other singings, and possible changing of dates. It was determined that class members could speak with members of the Locating Committee regarding their thoughts and suggestions and the Locating Committee would report on Sunday.

Leaders: Rebecca Over 530; Andy Ditzler 472; Karen Rollins, Paige Harrod, and Karleen Williams 405; Lisa Bennett 31t; Janice Paulk 317; Jesse Roberts 260; Fred Eady 332; Richard DeLong 422; Glenda Collins 454; Amber Davis 197; Eric Tweedy 547; Bill Dupre 36b; Winfred Kerr 500; Isaac Green 541; David Smead 157; Charles Woods 453; Alice Sundberg 176b; Bill Hollingsworth 236.

LUNCH

Andy Ditzler called the class to order leading 274t. Leaders: Philip Denney 120; Shane Brown 228; Lydia Lewallen 111t; Natalie Sims 84; Sarah Trumbore 373; Sue Bunch 330b; Christy Sinksen 448t; Oscar McGuire 485; Justin Bowen 475; Peter Trumbore 112; Morgan Bunch 456; Ken Sundberg 214 (for Aubrey Barfield); Tom George 565; Judy Chambless 29t; Katherine Manning 455; Meredith Turner 312b; Janice Paulk 517; Jesse Roberts 446; Natalie Sims 287; Morgan Bunch 428; Lydia Lewallen 27; Sue Bunch 497; Katherine Manning 319; Peter Trumbore 142. Announcements were made. Rebecca Over, Andy Ditzler, and Helen Bryson led 209 as the closing song. Bill Hollingsworth offered the closing prayer.

Sunday, September 29

Rebecca Over called the class to order leading 295 and 283. Daniel Williams offered the morning prayer.

Leaders: Helen Bryson 49t, 227; Lisa Bennett 489 (in memory of Holly Long's father), 437 (for Don Bowen, Judy Mincey, Kelsey Taylor, and Harold Long); David Smead 40 (for Charlene Wallace); John Plunkett 435, 41; Winfred Kerr 294, 516; Jeannette DePoy 47t, 89; Philip Denney 28b, 143; Samuel Williams 296, 474; Lori Silva 72b, 157; Karen Rollins and Denney Rogers 153, 389.

RECESS

Rebecca Over called the class to order leading 85. Leaders: Sandra Wilkinson 421, 409; Mark Puckett 35, 560; Lucey Rose Karlsberg and Lauren Bock 186; Morgan Bunch 34b, 384; Jed Silva 76b, 133; Joyce Heath 27, 36b; Sue Bunch 107, 354t; Celeste Silva 480, 376; Sheri Taylor 37b (in memory of David Smith), 119; Lina Silva 274t, 268.

RECESS

Rebecca Over called the class to order leading 114. Jesse Karlsberg led 345b and 65.

The memorial lesson was conducted by Karen Rollins. The list of names of the deceased are as follows: Susan Roberts, Carol Chapman, Mildred Patterson, Robby Rivers, Larry James Smith, Irene Kerr Snow, Margery Driver, Dale Todd—Georgia; Ottis Sides, Eugene Forbes, Jane Tate, Mark Hyatt, Mike Jones, Rozlyn Green, Ruth Daniel—Alabama; Adelaide Vaughn—Texas; Ann Blake—Florida; Paul Luther Wilson—Minnesota; Concetta Branson—Oregon; Harold Long—Pennsylvania. The sick and shut-ins list is as follows: Charlene Wallace, Collin Royster, Velton Chafin, Elsie Hollingsworth, John Hollingsworth, Norma Mincey, Judy Mincey, Don Bowen, Roni Rollins, Aubrey Barfield, Betty Culver, Sara Nelson, Jack Paulk, Roy Davis, Sr (Mark Davis's father), Melanie Hauff, and Kelsey Taylor.

Karen spoke of the Sacred Harp community and what it means. The word community has different definitions in the dictionary: a group of people living in same place (such as the Smithfield community) and a group of people having a particular characteristic in common (such as the elderly community or deaf community). Neither of these definitions fit the Sacred Harp Community. Another definition, feeling of fellowship with others as a result of sharing common attitudes, interests and goals, fits a little better as there is something in common—love of this music, but attitudes and interests are not the same. All these definitions are rather vague and too broad. We may have interests, goals, beliefs we share with many others and still not feel a sense of community with them as we feel here in the hollow square. We think our community is built on relations of caring for each other, on a sense of belonging, on a feeling of togetherness more like a family. The memorial lesson is an important ritual because we love those who are sick, who are grieving, who are hurting, and we miss those who are absent. Daniel Williams closed the memorial lesson with prayer.

Leaders: Stanley Smith 215, 428; Laura Frey and Jenna Frey 358, 46; Daniel Williams 290, 74t.

LUNCH

Rebecca Over called the class to order leading 418. Leaders: Oscar McGuire 573, 556; Robert Kelley 297, 350; Lauren Bock 228, 391; Caleb Silva 116, 332; Stanley Smith 546; Sandra Wilkinson 403; Mark Puckett 408; Samuel Williams and Daniel Williams 562; the Silva family 438; Jesse Karlsberg, Lauren Bock, and Lucey Rose Karlsberg 439; Robert Kelley 308; Joyce Heath 118; Oscar McGuire and Suzanne Doyle 229; John Plunkett 446; Philip Denney 101t; Helen Bryson 505; Lisa Bennett and David Smead 570.

The convention entered into a business session for purpose of hearing reports. Jeannette DePoy and Oscar McGuire of the Resolutions Committee reported the following: Oh, the delights the Heavenly joys the glories of the place where Jesus sheds the Brightest beams of his o'er flowing grace. The 151st session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention is one of those places with the brightest beams. We the singers of the 151st Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention thank God for all of His blessings and for His grace that allows us to be here to sing praises to His name. We thank all of the singers from near and far for their participation and fellowship to make this singing a huge success. We are extremely grateful to all of the officers and committee members who kept the convention organized and running smoothly. A special thanks goes out to everyone who provided food and refreshments for our enjoyment and nourishment. We especially thank the members of Poplar Springs Primitive Baptist Church for opening their hearts and the doors of their church to us for this session of the convention. It is not very often these days that anyone is as gracious as they have been in welcoming us to come and sing. Finally, may the grace of Christ our Savior and the Father's boundless love allow us to meet for the 152nd session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in November, 2020, at Big Creek Primitive Baptist Church, Alpharetta, Georgia. The Treasurer reported that the convention expenses were met. The reports were approved, and the business session was closed. Announcements were made.

Rebecca Over led 347 as the closing song. Daniel Williams offered the closing prayer.

Chairman—Rebecca Over; Vice Chairman—Andy Ditzler; Secretary/Treasurer—Helen Bryson

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention

Canceled Due to Covid-19 Pandemic
Oct 30-31, '21

The Union Musical Convention, normally held on the fourth fifth Sunday of the year and the Saturday before, was canceled in 2021 due to the continuing risk of indoor singing. We also mourn the loss of our Chairwoman, Rebecca Over.

In the spirit of Rebecca's diligent stewardship of this convention and of so much Sacred Harp history, a memorial lesson was observed.

Sick and shut-ins: Virginia Dyer, John Hollingsworth, Karen Mathews, Marlon Wootten, Mary Wright. For the sick and shut-ins, we sing 374.

Deceased: Harry Eskew, David Grant, Agnes Todd—Georgia; Joan Aldridge, David Beasley, Coy Ivey, Kathleen Robbins, Kenneth Sundberg, Mary Ruth Stiefel—Alabama; David Fetcho—California; Rebecca Over—United Kingdom. For the deceased, we sing 381.

We hope to sing on October 29-30, 2022, at Big Creek Church, Alpharetta, Georgia.

Vice Chairman—Andy Ditzler; Secretary—Helen Bryson

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention

Big Creek Primitive Baptist Church, Alpharetta, Georgia
Oct 29-30, '22

Saturday, October 29

The 152nd session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention was held at the Big Creek Primitive Baptist Church, Alpharetta, Georgia, on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in October. The class was called to order at 10:00 a.m. by Faye Holbrook leading 49t. Oscar McGuire offered the opening prayer. Helen Bryson conducted the introductory lesson. She asked that we remember the following singers from the area that worked tirelessly to keep this convention going over the years: Hazel and Kimsey Cagle, Hoyt and Mary Lou Cagle, Velma Johnson, Leola Wright, Daniel Hudson, Loy and Dorothy Garrison, Dolly Hudgins, Aunt Eva Reeves, Jack Corley, Richard DeLong, Horace and Doris DeLong, Violet Thomason. She led the following introductory lesson: 77b, 494, 182, 105, 225b.

Leaders: Kathy Smith 159; Lisa Bennett 378b; Judy Mincey 311; Stefani Priskos 48t; Jerusha Wheeler 133; Don Bowen 59; Bill Dupre 101t; Jesse Roberts 297; David Smead 223; Oscar McGuire 34b; Faye Holbrook 111b.

A business session was held and the following officers and committee members were elected or appointed to serve: Chairman—Faye Holbrook; Vice Chairman—David Smead; Secretary/Treasurer—Helen Bryson; Chaplains—Jesse Roberts and Faye Holbrook; Arranging Committee—Faye Holbrook; Memorial Committee—John Plunkett; Locating Committee—Oscar McGuire and John Plunkett; Finance Committee—Helen Bryson; Resolutions Committee—Lisa Bennett.

RECESS

Helen Bryson called the class to order by leading 101b. Leaders: Kathy Smith 277; Lisa Bennett 345b; Judy Mincey 501; Allie Dudley 30b; Stefani Priskos 131b; Paige Davis and Stefani Priskos 29b; Jerusha Wheeler 99; Don Bowen 39b (for Ed and Margaret Thacker); Bill Dupre 383; Jesse Roberts 107; David Smead 81b; Oscar McGuire 171. Jesse Roberts offered the lunch blessing.

LUNCH

David Smead called the class to order leading 289. Leaders: Helen Bryson 522; Kathy Smith 300; Lisa Bennett 332; Judy Mincey 540; Allie Dudley 209; Stefani Priskos 208; Jerusha Wheeler and Paige Davis 142; Don Bowen 549; Bill Dupre 472; Jesse Roberts 203; David Smead 198; Oscar McGuire and Sara Lilly 276; Faye Holbrook 455; Helen Bryson 313b; Kathy Smith 47b; Lisa Bennett 473; Judy Mincey 464; Allie Dudley 282; Stefani Priskos 375; Jerusha Wheeler 191; Don Bowen 56t; Bill Dupre 49b; Jesse Roberts 163t; David Smead 175; Oscar McGuire 515; Faye Holbrook 542. Announcements were made. Faye Holbrook led 69t as the closing song. Jesse Roberts offered the closing prayer.

Sunday, October 30

Faye Holbrook called the class to order leading 59 and 67. She then offered the morning prayer. Leaders: David Smead 28t, 152; Helen Bryson 38b, 91; Jeannette Depoy 501, 148; Lisa Bennett 204, 512; John Plunkett 494, 465; Oscar McGuire 283, 163b; Cathy Bonk 277, 288; Jesse Karlsberg 122, 111t; Lucy Rose Karlsberg 196.

RECESS

Faye Holbrook called the class to order by leading 290. Leaders: David Smead 184; Helen Bryson 492; Jeannette DePoy 300; Lisa Bennett 38t; John Plunkett 54; Oscar McGuire 441; Matt Hinton 168, 162, 77t; Jesse Karlsberg 450; Cathy Bonk 475; Erica Hinton 464, 108t. Faye Holbrook offered the lunch blessing.

LUNCH

David Smead called the class to order leading 424. Helen Bryson led 299.

The memorial lesson was conducted by John Plunkett. The names of the deceased are as follows: Richard DeLong, Harry Eskew, David Grant, Agnes Todd, Susan Roberts—Georgia; Rebecca Over—United Kingdom; Ted Mercer—Illinois; Sue Bunch—Florida; J.L. Hopper, Bill Windom, Kathleen Robbins—Alabama. John Plunkett led 459. The sick and shut-ins list is as follows: Jack Paulk, Ed Thacker, Margaret Thacker, Virginia Dyer, Philip Denney, Cecil Roberts, and Mary Ellen Wilkinson. John Plunkett led 32b. Matt Hinton closed the memorial lesson with prayer.

Leaders: Lisa Bennett 27; Erica Hinton 138t; Jerusha Wheeler 146, 85; Jesse Roberts 142, 178; Oscar McGuire 344; Matt Hinton 430; Jesse Karlsberg 209; Cathy Bonk 117; Judy Mincey 474, 538; Faye Holbrook 318; David Smead 484; Helen Bryson 569b; John Plunkett 394; Lisa Bennett 461; Judy Mincey 504; Erica Hinton 111b; Jerusha Wheeler 110; Jesse Roberts 155; Oscar McGuire 229; Matt Hinton 36b; Jesse Karlsberg 45b; Cathy Bonk 131b; Faye Holbrook 112; Laura Patterson and Jesse Karlsberg 198.

The convention entered into a business session for the purpose of hearing reports. Lisa Bennett of the Resolutions Committee reported the following: We, the singers and members of the 152nd session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention thank God for the many blessings he has given to us. We are filled with gratitude for Sacred Harp, for the joy of singing and for the opportunity for fellowship with friends from near and far. We give thanks for all those singers who have gone before us and those who have kept this tradition alive and growing. We thank all the singers who participated and joined us in the fellowship. We are grateful to all whose work made for a wonderful weekend of singing. We are thankful to the congregation of Big Creek Primitive Baptist Church for hosting us. We resolve to meet on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in October, 2023, for the 153rd session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention at a location to be determined. The Treasurer reported that the convention expenses were met. The locating committee reported that the following venues are being considered for the 2023 convention: The Alpharetta Municipal Building and The Sweetwater Chapel. Final determination will occur next week. The reports were approved, and the business session was closed. Announcements were made.

Faye Holbook led 45t as the closing song. Jesse Roberts offered the closing prayer.

Chairman—Faye Holbrook; Vice Chairman—David Smead; Secretary/Treasurer—Helen Bryson

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention

Sweetwater Chapel, Lawrenceville, Georgia
Oct 28-29, '23

Saturday, October 28

The 153rd session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention was held at Sweetwater Chapel, Lawrenceville, Georgia, on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in October. The class was called to order at 10:00 a.m. by Faye Holbrook leading 49t. Bill DuPre offered the morning prayer. Malinda Snow directed the introductory lesson. She spoke about the different meters of poetry that appear in songs in The Sacred Harp, and how earlier hymnals only consisted of words—poems or psalms which were numbered and had an indication of the poetry's meter. Different communities who used these hymn books had tunes passed down through their communities that could be used with any hymn of a corresponding meter. Different communities often used different tunes for the same poetry. She explained how song books such as the Sacred Harp, by printing music along with the words, might have caused certain sets of words and music to seem more married than they were before. She showed how even now the meter of a tune (noted next to the tune's name) can give singers a clue as to other tunes that could be used with the same poetry. Malinda Snow led 56t and 268.

Leaders: David Smead 52t, 456; Helen Bryson 102 (for Ms Nan), 522; John Plunkett 105, 104; Faye Holbrook 542, 455; Lisa Bennett 436, 404.

RECESS

David Smead called the class to order leading 30t. Leaders: Cathy Bonk 35, 53; Bridge Hill Kennedy 32b, 328. A business session was held with the following offers and committee members elected or appointed to serve: Chairman—David Smead; Vice Chairman—Lauren Bock; Secretary/Treasurer—Lisa Bennett; Chaplain—Faye Holbrook; Arranging Committee—John Plunkett; Memorial Committee—Jeannette DePoy; Finance Committee—Helen Bryson and Lisa Bennett; Locating Committee—Faye Holbrook; Resolutions Committee—Bridge Hill Kennedy and Lisa Bennett.

Leaders: David Smead 458; Amy Armstrong Wells and Helen Wells 475, 128; Bill DuPre 31t, 480; Debora Grosse, Allison Bay, and Asang 159, 189; Doug Allison 277, 278t; Lauren Bock 317, 426b; Malinda Snow 77b, 76b; Jeannette DePoy 34b (in memory of Cathy White), 89.

LUNCH

Lauren Bock called the class to order leading 82t. Leaders: Jesse P. Karlsberg 289, 138t; Tony Hammock 464, 465; Anders Wells 145t, 112; Abigail Forester 47b, 457; Faye Holbrook 380, 318; Lucey Rose Karlsberg and Corinne Wells 196, 186; Shawn Kirchner and friends Amy Vogt and Sean Vogt 454, 218; Helen Bryson 313b, 568; Bridge Hill Kennedy 70b, 110; Amy Armstrong Wells 384; Doug Allison 335; Malinda Snow 178.

RECESS

Leaders: David Smead 166, 424; Bill DuPre 122; Lisa Bennett 60, 33t; Jesse P. Karlsberg 234; Debora Grosse 66; Tony Hammock 275b; Shawn Kirchner 91; Lauren Bock 351. After announcements, David Smead led 323t as the closing song. Debora Grosse offered the closing prayer.

Sunday, October 29

David Smead called the class to order leading 46. Faye Holbrook offered the morning prayer. Leaders: David Smead 467; Lauren Bock 39b, 422; Lisa Bennett 283, 464; Faye Holbrook 290, 67; Jeannette DePoy 171, 148; Bridge Hill Kennedy 37b, 100; John Plunkett 391, 492; Matt Hinton 399b, 401; Abigail Cannon 30t, 472; Judy Mincey 291, 180; Debora Grosse 173, 48t.

RECESS

Lauren Bock and Lucey Rose Karlsberg called the class to order leading 146. Leaders: Tony Hammock 400, 513; Cathy Bonk 84, 282; Erica Hinton 108t, 527; Robert Kelley 70b, 429; Bill DuPre 229, 195; Helen Bryson 227, 172; Jesse P. Karlsberg 285b, 185.

The memorial lesson was conducted by Jeannette DePoy. She quoted Psalm 46:10 "Be still, and know that I am God", and spoke about the sanctity of the hollow square. The list of the sick and shut-ins included Carol Hanson, Sandra Wilkinson, Bill Hollingsworth, Lela Crowder, and Don Bowen. Helen Bryson led 312t for the sick and shut-ins.

The following list of names of the deceased was read aloud: George Burnette, Philip Denney, Sarah Dodson, Virginia Dyer, and Cathy White—Georgia; Clyde Avery, Hubert Nall, Pearl Guier, Jack Paulk—Alabama; Melanie Hauff, Ted Mercer—Illinois; Becky Browne—Missouri. Bridge Hill Kennedy led 138b in memory of the deceased. John Plunkett closed the memorial lesson with prayer.

LUNCH

David Smead called the class to order leading 111t. Leaders: Malinda Snow 192, 155; Lauren Bock 432; Lisa Bennett 154; Faye Holbrook 392; Jeannette DePoy 460; Abigail Cannon 340; Bridge Hill Kennedy 73t; Debora Grosse 454; Robert Kelley 306; Bill DuPre 512; Judy Mincey 528; Cathy Bonk 117; Tony Hammock 314; Erica Hinton 129; Matt Hinton 47t; Helen Bryson 213t; Jose Martinez 90; John Plunkett 236 (for Bill Hollingsworth and the Hollingsworth family); Judy Mincey 320; Bridge Hill Kennedy and Mindy Simmons 448b; Jose Martinez and Abigail Cannon 179; Robert Kelley 28t.

The class went into a business session for the purpose of hearing reports. Bridge Hill Kennedy and Lisa Bennett of the Resolutions Committee reported the following: We, the singers and members of the 153rd session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention thank God for the many blessings he has given to us. We are filled with gratitude for Sacred Harp, for the joy of singing and for the opportunity for fellowship with friends from near and far. We give thanks for all those singers who have gone before us and those who have kept this tradition alive and growing. We thank all the singers who participated and joined us in the fellowship, especially those who introduced new friends to Sacred Harp this weekend. We are grateful to all whose work made for a wonderful weekend of singing. We are thankful to the caretakers of Sweetwater Chapel for hosting us. We resolve to meet on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in September, 2024, for the 154th session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention at the Alpharetta City Hall building. The Finance Committee reported that expenses were met. The reports were approved, and the business session was closed. After announcements, David Smead and Lauren Bock led 56t as the closing song. Faye Holbrook offered the closing prayer.

Chairman—David Smead; Vice Chairman—Lauren Bock; Secretary/Treasurer—Lisa Bennett

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention

Alpharetta City Hall, Alpharetta, Georgia
Sep 28-29, '24

Saturday, September 28

The 154th session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention was held on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in September. The class was called to order at 10:00 a.m. by David Smead leading 52b. Bill DuPre offered the opening prayer.

Lauren Bock directed the introductory lesson. To recognize the upcoming new revision of the Sacred Harp, she led songs that were each added during a different previous revision, and which each demonstrated a different mode of time. Lauren Bock led 569t, 470, 294, 73b, 271t, 376, 360, and 250. Leaders: Lisa Bennett 121, 191; John Plunkett 471, 516; Faye Holbrook 358 (in memory of Ruth Wills), 111b; Bill Dupre 300, 349; Caroline Barron 345t; Chris Tweedy 156; Bert Collins 399b, 399t.

RECESS

David Smead called the class to order leading 108b. Leaders: Oscar McGuire 327, 336; Shawn Taylor 406 (for Jim Neal), 81t.

A business session was held and the following officers elected or appointed to serve: Chairman—Lauren Bock; Vice Chairman—Shawn Taylor; Secretary/Treasurer—Lisa Bennett; Arranging Committee—John Plunkett and Lisa Bennett; Chaplain—Faye Holbrook; Memorial Committee—Judy Mincey; Finance Committee—Lisa Bennett; Resolutions Committee—David Smead.

Leaders: Lauren Bock 76t; Cooper Sandefur 163t, 168; Jane Cannon 409, 367; Eric Tweedy 200, 442; Jesse Roberts and Brittany Caldwell 47t, 481; Judy Mincey 279, 465.

LUNCH

Lauren Bock called the class to order leading 37b in memory of Malik Williams. Leaders: Glenda Collins 76b, 77t; Jesse P. Karlsberg 402, 558; Esther Morgan-Ellis 176t, 122; Nathan Rees 309, 449; Faye Holbrook 380; David Smead 260; Bill Dupre 178; Jesse Roberts 263; Judy Mincey 504; Oscar McGuire 344; Sasha Hsuczyk 39b, 61, 340; Caroline Barron 388, 398; Burt Collins 542; Shawn Taylor 216; Cooper Sandefur 539; Lisa Bennett 320; Jane Cannon 527; Jesse P. Karlsberg 158; Esther Morgan-Ellis 208. Announcements were made.

Lauren Bock led 209 as the closing song. Faye Holbrook offered the closing prayer.

Sunday, September 29

Lauren Bock called the class to order leading 90. Faye Holbrook offered the opening prayer. Leaders: Lauren Bock 48t; Shawn Taylor 56t, 32t; Lisa Bennett 126, 154; John Plunkett 136, 195; Faye Holbrook 392, 67; Helen Bryson 139, 522; James Burrell 365, 303; Jeanette DePoy 276 (for Bridge Kennedy in memory of Malik Williams), 274t (in memory of Cathy White); David Smead 114, 283 (in memory of Rebecca Over); Jane Cannon 336, 32b (for Western North Carolina after Hurricane Helene); Jim Neal 105, 122; Phillip Langley 399b (in memory of Mack Langley), 453.

RECESS

Shawn Taylor called the class back to order leading 277. Leaders: Judy Mincey 511, 351; Oscar McGuire 350, 66; Helen Bryson 313b (for her mother's birthday), 411; Jim Neal 270, 496.

The memorial lesson was conducted by Judy Mincey. She spoke about isolation and reminded us to contact our friends who are sick and shut-in. The sick and shut-ins list included Don Bowen. Judy Mincey led 50b for the sick and shut-ins. Judy spoke about how we remember the deceased for one year on the memorial list, but we continue to remember after that by telling stories about those who have gone on. The list of the deceased included Malik Williams, Beverly Thompson, Tommie Spurlock, Jean Toole, Dan Brittain, Earl Ballinger, Jeff Begley, Susan Fetcho, and Martha Ann Stegar. Judy Mincey led 176t for the deceased. Jim Neal closed the memorial lesson with prayer.

LUNCH

Lauren Bock brought the class back to order leading 296. Leaders: Lauren Bock 430; Shawn Taylor 131b, 492; Lisa Bennett 245 (in memory of Dan Brittain); John Plunkett 354t, 160b; Faye Holbrook 455, 549; Jeannette DePoy 112 (for Dollie Hudgins), 410t; David Smead 177, 439 (in memory of Earl Ballinger); James Burrell 284, 39t; Jane Cannon 546, 475; Judy Mincey 242 (for Shelbie Sheppard); Oscar McGuire 163b, 515.

The convention entered into a business session for the purpose of hearing reports. The class voted to hold the 155th session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Convention at Sweetwater Chapel in Lawrenceville, Georgia, on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in June. Lisa Bennett gave the Financial Report, and reported that expenses were met. The Resolutions Report was presented by David Smead, who thanked everyone who helped in any way to make the convention possible. The reports were approved, and the business session was closed.

After announcements, Lauren Bock and Shawn Taylor led 347 as the closing song. Faye Holbrook offered the closing prayer, and the class was dismissed.

Chairperson—Lauren Bock; Vice Chairperson—Shawn Taylor; Secretary/Treasurer—Lisa Bennett

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention

Sweetwater Chapel, Lawrenceville, Georgia
Jun 28-29, '25

Saturday, June 28

The 155th session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention was held on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in June. The class was called to order at 10:00 a.m. by Lauren Bock leading 31t. Judy Mincey offered the opening prayer.

Tom George directed the introductory lesson. To recognize the upcoming new revision of the Sacred Harp, he led songs that were added to the book in 20th century revisions. Tom George led 549, 506, 477, 354t, 330b, 325, 26, and 507. Leaders: Shawn Taylor 67; David Smead 99; Lisa Bennett 141; Jesse P. Karlsberg 462; James Burrell 30t; Bill DuPre 201; Helen Bryson 546 (for Karen Rollins); Malinda Snow 569b; David Brodeur 140; Scott DePoy 277; John Plunkett 125; Pat Lowder 236; Jake Harmon and Lorene Harmon 542; Joan Durdin 148.

RECESS

Leaders: Malinda Snow 87; Delaney Waters and Andy Ditzler 86.

A business session was held and the following officers elected or appointed to serve: Chair—Shawn Taylor; Vice Chair—Andy Ditzler; Secretary—David Smead; Treasurer—Lisa Bennett; Arranging Committee—Jesse P. Karlsberg and Anna Hinton; Chaplain—Judy Mincey; Memorial Committee—Sasha Hsuczyk and Bill DuPre; Locating Committee—Andy Ditzler and David Brodeur; Finance Committee—Lisa Bennett; Resolutions Committee—Esther Morgan-Ellis, Lily Hammond, and Cooper Sandefur.

Leaders: Jeannette DePoy 89; Christy Sinksen 448t; Tony Hammock 112; Jane Cannon 466; Matt Hinton 182; Phillip Langley 272; Cameron Adams 479; Isaac Green 242; Sasha Hsuczyk 422; Cooper Sandefur 70b; Lisa Bennett 318; Bill Hollingsworth 320; Bert Collins 97; Caroline Barron 268; Judy Mincey 301; Glenda Collins 300; Andy Ditzler 386.

LUNCH

Phillip Langley called the class to order leading 100. Leaders: Jeremiah Ledbetter 412; Lily Hammond 328; Rebekah Gilmore 411; Jonathan Wood 407; James George and Tonia Edmondson 354b; Jose Camacho 280; Anita Landess 137; Dami Osoba 538; Becca Harrington 547; Paul Chamberlain 562; Philip Gilmore 498; Jenny Solheim 384; Esther Morgan-Ellis 151 (in memory of Betty Florence); Gail Doss 504; Maygan Barker 72b; Seth Rutledge 107; Jim Solheim 378b; Adrian Eldridge 344; Dean Jens 536; Tom George 530; Rachel Speer 54; Laura Akerman 532.

RECESS

Lucey Rose Karlsberg and Lauren Bock brought the class to order leading 146. Leaders: Bill Hollingsworth 39b; Marjorie Harrington and Becca Harrington 39t; Isaac Green 476 (for Judy Henry); Anton Popov 128; Philip Gilmore 47b; Jose Camacho 196; Delaney Waters and David Brodeur 288; Rebekah Gilmore 276; Jeremiah Ledbetter 437; Christy Sinksen 29b; Cameron Adams 178; Jake Harmon 408.

After announcements, Shawn Taylor and Andy Ditzler led 129 as the closing song. Judy Mincey offered the closing prayer.

Sunday, June 29

Shawn Taylor called the class to order leading 220. Judy Mincey offered the opening prayer. Leaders: Andy Ditzler 558; David Smead 70t; Lisa Bennett 380; Judy Mincey 475; Jesse P. Karlsberg 254; James Burrell 33b; Scott DePoy 201; David Brodeur 228; Matt Hinton 234; Helen Bryson 411; Bill DuPre 385t; Sasha Hsuczyk 101b; Sandra Wilkinson 155; John Plunkett 492; Pat Lowder 198; Erica Hinton 83t; Jeannette DePoy 565; Lauren Bock 275b; Cathy Bonk 59; Esther Morgan-Ellis 351; Dan Edwards 497.

RECESS

John Plunkett brought the class to order leading 467. Leaders: Michael Spencer 191; Idy Kiser 448t; Valerie Coe Lowder and Andy Ditzler 277; Cody Gonzalez 117; Maygan Barker and Rachel Speer 417; Lisa Bennett 56b; Jim Solheim 318; Gail Doss and Jesse P. Karlsberg 232; Adrian Eldridge 434; Lily Hammond 383; Anna Hinton 142.

The memorial lesson was conducted by Sasha Hsuczyk and Bill DuPre. Sasha Hsuczyk spoke about how beautiful it is that Sacred Harp has a ritual of recognizing those who can't be with us, and reminded us to reach out to those who are shut-in. The sick and shut-ins list included Ed and Margaret Thacker, Cecil Roberts, Beth Ballinger Wallace, Judy Henry, Don Bowen, Betty Shepherd, Joyce Walton, Cornelia van den Doel, Paul Sandefur, and Cindy Preece. Sasha Hsuczyk led 227 for the sick and shut-ins.

Bill DuPre read the list of the deceased: Susan Johnson, Bob Goodman, and Susan Morgan—Georgia; Lucy Heidorn, Buell Cobb, Julia Poston, Henry Guthery, and Pauline Oliver—Alabama; John Acton and Susan Fetcho—California; John Smead—Missouri; Phil Perrin—North Carolina; Chloe Webb and Tom Kane—Texas; Ginette Lavoie—Canada; John Bennett—Germany; Michael Kennedy—Ireland; Rob Mahoney—United Kingdom. Bill encouraged the class to share their stories with others about the people on this list, and together strengthen the community. Bill DuPre led 176t for the deceased. Judy Mincey closed the memorial lesson with prayer.

Leaders: Samantha Adioetomo 503; Anita Landess 379; Seth Rutledge 313b.

LUNCH

Anna Hinton brought the class back to order leading 203. Leaders: Jonathan Wood 355; Becca Harrington 79; Anabel Gravel Chabot 121; Jonathon Smith 505; Anne Evers 384; Susan Loucks 70b; Rachel Speer 208; Gillian Inksetter 377; Paul Chamberlain 524; Eléa Regembal 564; Dami Osoba 260; Dean Jens 174; Jenny Solheim 216; Nathan Rees 449 (in memory of Buell Cobb); Tom Evers 229; Anton Popov 551; Cooper Sandefur 163t; Malinda Snow 472; Lucey Karlsberg and Jesse P. Karlsberg 274t.

RECESS

Matt Hinton brought the class back to order leading 99. Leaders: Lily Hammond 183; Seth Rutledge 49t; Maygan Barker and Rachel Speer 159; Eléa Regembal and Anabel Gravel Chabot 474; Samantha Adioetomo 528; Gillian Inksetter 132; Jonathon Smith 296; Jenny Solheim and Jim Solheim 218; Susan Loucks 454; Paul Chamberlain 464; Dami Osoba 29t; Dean Jens 375; Adrian Eldridge 406; Tom Evers and Anne Evers 501; Becca Harrington and Marjorie Harrington 348t; Anton Popov 500.

The convention entered into a business session for the purpose of hearing reports. The class voted to hold the 156th session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Convention on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in May. Lisa Bennett gave the Financial report, and reported that expenses were met. The Resolutions Report was presented by Esther Morgan-Ellis, Lily Hammond, and Cooper Sandefur, who thanked everyone who helped to make the convention possible. The reports were approved and the business session was closed.

After announcements, Shawn Taylor and Andy Ditzler led 418 as the closing song. Judy Mincey offered the closing prayer, and the class was dismissed.

Chair—Shawn Taylor; Vice Chair—Andy Ditzler; Secretary—David Smead

Source: fasola.org. Courtesy of Sacred Harp Musical Heritage Association.

Piedmont Park

Atlanta, Georgia

October 22, 1972

The first all day Sacred Harp Singing was held in the Pavillion area of Piedmont Park the fourth Sunday in October. Singing was begun with Hugh McGraw leading song on page 138. Prayer was led by J. C. Kendrick. The class was organized for the day by electing Hugh McGraw, Chairman; Secretary, Charlene Wallace; Arranging Committee Buford McGraw and J. C. Kendrick. Hugh McGraw then led song on page 158. Leaders called were: Jack Hicks, 58, 203; Debbie McGraw, 87, 235; Mark Thames, 380, 383; Delores McGraw, 142, 171; Sheri Hackney, 268, 56; Danny Griffin, 337, 394; Faye McGuire, 336, 436. WSB Radio newsman came out and taped some singing and interviewed Hugh McGraw to put on the radio Sunday. Mrs. Carolyn Beckmon Mann gave a welcome to everyone who came. Ed Wallace also made a short talk.

Recess.

Singing was resumed with Hugh McGraw leading song on page 145b. Leaders called were: Donna Johnson, 47b, 189; Jimmy Pointer, 143, 144; Mrs. J. C. Kendrick, 91, 240; Tennie McGraw, 314, 300; Buell Cobb, 467b, 270; Karen Henry, 155, 401; E. G. Akin, 452 in memory of Mrs. W. A. Bentley; Oscar McGuire, 198, 92; C. W. Haley, 46, 513; Belinda Cotton, 36b, 37b; Charlene Wallace, 147, 39b.

Dismissed for lunch.

After lunch the class was brought together by Hugh McGraw leading song on page 128. Others who led: Anthony Prichard, 133, 53; Mildred Dumas, 120, 72b; Harry Dumas, 479, 218; Gertrude Bateman, 157, 523; Wesley Haley, 273, 269; Susanne and Kelly Foster, 294, 445; Raymond Hamrick, 48, 159; Lovella Warren, 328, 428; Carolyn Mize, 358, 480; Lloyd Redding, 542, 522; William A. Bentley, 312, 73b; Carlene Griffin, 313, 371; Eugene Shelley, 32, 365.

Recess.

The class was brought back in session by Hugh McGraw leading song on page 45. Leaders: Preston Warren, 31, 386; Florice Akin, 106, 168; Ludie Lambert, 202, 216; Dan Brittain, 399b, 329; Revy Williamson, 212, 192; Earlis McGraw, 132, 566; Geneva Prichard, 373, 318; Allen Lambert, 274, 123; Grady Aderhold, 49b, 47; Zera and Kenneth Mize, 418, 340; J. J. Merrill, 457, 30; Tim Denny, 61, 101; Carlton Wood, 129, 78; Hugh McGraw, 126, 274b. Announcements were made and Ed Wallace stated that he had really enjoyed the singing and wished that everyone here could go to the Holy Land to sing. Hugh McGraw then led songs on pages 236 and 146. The class was dismissed with prayer by J. C. Kendrick.

Source: Directory and Minutes of Annual Sacred Harp Singings. Courtesy of the Sacred Harp Museum.