© 2025 Utah Public Radio
Donate
Play Live Radio
Next Up:
0:00
0:00
0:00 0:00
Available On Air Stations
When federal funding for public media was eliminated, UPR lost its largest sustainer, putting our important community services at risk. But you can help replace those vital funds by becoming a new sustainer today with a monthly gift. GIVE NOW

An early American music tradition gets a major update — and a younger audience

By Laura Atkinson
Published September 22, 2025 at 2:26 PM MDT

An old religiously inspired songbook that uses shape notes for people who can't read music got a major update and is attracting younger singers.

Copyright 2025 NPR
Laura Atkinson