Emily Dickinson singalong

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Conductor Richard Sparks is starting an "Emily Dickinson singalong" with the audience at his concerts.

What on earth?

"Many of Dickinson's poems fit the meter of "The Yellow Rose of Texas," claims Bode, who (perhaps coincidentally) holds a B.A. and an M.A. from the University of Texas at Austin.

"Having the audience sing along is a step toward making our music less formal and more interactive - helping people through the experience of approaching poetry and music, and giving them an opportunity to be inspired," says Bode.

It's a great idea. We need to keep America singing, whether it be folk songs, hymnody, or great poetry.