LEO R. NATIVIDAD 7-Shape Notation Specialist for Non-Instrumental Churches & Choirs Gamu, Isabela, Philippines
ABOUT ME
I live along the Cagayan River, at the foothills of the Sierra Madre.
My mission is simple: Help non-instrumental churches worship through music — even without pianists, organs, or trained musicians.
HOW 7-SHAPE NOTATION WORKS
Standard notation: Every note looks the same. You count lines and spaces. Months to learn.
7-Shape Notation: Every note of the scale has its own unique shape. You see it, you sing it.
No counting. No confusion. No prior music education needed.
That’s why choirs I teach can learn a new hymn in 1 rehearsal.
Congregations in remote areas can worship confidently in 1-2 days.
MY PORTFOLIO
500+ hymns transcribed in 7-Shape Notation. Including: "Amazing Grace", "How Great Thou Art", "Kneel at the Cross", "Sing and Be Happy", "Send The Light"
WHY 7-SHAPE?
The Problem: Standard notation blocks churches without musicians.
The Solution: 7 distinct shapes = instant recognition.
The Result: 150+ years of use in rural churches worldwide. Music for the people, by the people.
SERVICES
1. Hymn Transcription to 7-Shape
Convert your favorite hymns from standard notation to 7-Shape PDFs. Clean, readable, ready to print.
2. Choir Teaching Workshops
On-site or online. Learn to read shape notes in 1-2 days. Perfect for church choirs and worship teams.
3. Free Shape Note Hymnal Resources
Download public domain hymns in 7-Shape Notation. Start with "Amazing Grace" on my Payhip store.
Download a free sample hymn to see the shapes in action.
"It Is Well With My Soul. Always."
For more infos about the ministry, and if you are interested for a collaborative works, please send an e-mail to Lrn037GdcLegacy@gmail.com