Zion's Walls: The Enduring Appeal of a Shape Note Tune

Presenter Information

Meg Smith, Interdisciplinary Arts

Abstract

This project traces the history of the “Zion’s Walls” tune, while exploring the musical features that contribute to its appeal.

Keywords:

Music, shape note tunes, Copland

Status

G

Department

Interdisciplinary Arts

College

College of Fine Arts

Campus

Athens

Faculty Mentor

Field, Garrett

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