The Mudcat Café TM
Thread #141029   Message #3243430
Posted By: MartinRyan
23-Oct-11 - 06:51 AM
Thread Name: The (Sacred) Harp That Once...
Subject: RE: The (Sacred) Harp That Once...
Hi Mo.

No - not at all! The texts seem largely biblical in origin - something with which I have no quarrel. I think what's nagging at me is the rather 'mechanical' approach to time and stress I sensed. Much of the harmony and polyphony, on the other hand, I enjoyed hugely.

As I said, I enjoyed the experience - and will certainly take another opportunity if it arises. I'm just curious about how this particular genre is viewed by this particular community, I suppose.

Regards