Sacred Harp hymnwriters and composers

Sacred Harp refers to a tradition of shape-note singing that originated in the early 19th century in the United States, particularly in the southern states. The term "Sacred Harp" also specifically refers to a collection of hymns and songs that are written for this style of music. The Sacred Harp songbook, first published in 1844 and revised in subsequent years, features a variety of hymn writers and composers.