Shaker Song Night

Founded in 1774, the Shakers are one of America’s oldest religious communities. When you think of the Shakers, you might think of Shaker furniture, Shaker boxes, or the much loved hymn Simple Gifts. In fact, there are over 10,000 Shaker songs, encompassing a variety of styles and topics.

Who are the Shakers? Why is music so important to them? Are we singing Simple Gifts wrong?

Join Sei Paulson at 6pm on Friday, November 17th in the undercroft, and get answers to all these questions and more. Sei will share songs and a presentation, including pictures from her year living with the Sabbathday Lake Shakers in Maine. We will also learn several Shaker hymns. NO musical skill is required, and you will NOT need to read music! Shaker music is about creating union, so everyone is welcome. Refreshments will be served.