Welcome to the 47th Annual New England Sacred Harp Convention! Join us for a weekend filled with beautiful shape note singing at the Contois Auditorium. This event brings together singers from all over New England to raise their voices in harmony. Whether you're a seasoned singer or a newcomer, you're sure to find inspiration and community at this convention. Come be a part of this musical tradition that has been celebrated for nearly two hundred years. We can't wait to see you there!

We will be singing from the Sacred Harp (recently released 2025 Denson edition). 2025 books will be able for loan and sale. Book sales and registration begins at 9:00 am both days, singing at 10 am.

All are welcome, no experience required.

Dinner on the Grounds (potluck lunch) will be served at noon both days.

A Friday evening singing school on singing fundamentals, traditions and etiquette will be held at the BCA Center Good Room across from the main venue at 135 Church St, from 6-8 PM. Book sales will also be available there from 5:20 and doors will open at 5:30.For inquiries about housing, please access the Convention housing form below and/or email vtsingingconvention@gmail.com. https://forms.gle/DPS8SfKFyrxotW2X9

Please bring a photo of a negative COVID test that you have taken within 24 the preceding hours for entry to the singing school and the convention sessions. Please try to test before arriving to the event. A limited number of tests may be available at the door.

A Saturday evening social will be held from 5 PM-10 PM at a location that will be announced at the Convention.

Parking: Metered parking is available on the surrounding streets and in three municipal garages: Marketplace Garage (196 Bank St and 47 S Winooski Ave), College St Garage (60 College St) and Cherry St Garage (35-55 Cherry St). Parking is free on Sundays and some garages have two hours free. Burlington uses the ParkMobile app for parking payment.

Everyone is welcome at the convention and we are committed to providing an accessible singing. Please see this document for accessibility information. https://shorturl.at/NMaSNP

Please email vtsingingconvention@gmail.com with any questions or special requests. See less

47th Annual New England Sacred Harp Singing Convention