Definition of shape note
: one of a system of seven notes showing the musical scale degree by the shape of the note head
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Tradition of sacred choral music using shape note music.
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Tradition of sacred choral music using shape note music.
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Tradition of sacred choral music using shape note music.
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Tradition of sacred choral music using shape note music.
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Tradition of sacred choral music using shape note music.
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Tradition of sacred choral music using shape note music.
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1932
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