Jesse Pearlman, center, led Sacred Harp singers at Christ Church Unity in Brookline. With a simple notation system and communal feel, the music is attracting people of all faiths.
(ARAM BOGHOSIAN FOR THE BOSTON GLOBE)
Rich Barlow | Spiritual Life
In song, different faiths find harmony
Jesse Pearlman, center, led Sacred Harp singers at Christ Church Unity in Brookline. With a simple notation system and communal feel, the music is attracting people of all faiths.
(ARAM BOGHOSIAN FOR THE BOSTON GLOBE)
Raised Jewish, Jesse Pearlman became an atheist in college. But as his grandfather lay dying four years ago, he found spirituality and solace in centuries-old Christian music. (Full article: 796 words)
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