Easy Scottish Harp Music


Book Description

Easy Scottish Harp Music is a book of ten simple arrangements of traditional Scottish songs new to the harp repertoire. the selections require a 34-string harp. with no lever changes, they are well-suited to beginning or intermediate harpers. Pedal harpists will also enjoy the simplicity and readability of these tunes. Most are 1-2 pages in length. the texts of the songs are provided for historical context.The arrangements are intended for the beginning or intermediate harper to learn new music, coordinate the right-hand melody with a simple left-hand accompaniment, and develop the skills of dynamics and expression.The songs are appropriate for performances at Renaissance Faires, recitals, music therapy sessions, and as relaxing entertainment. for more advanced players, the printed arrangements can be used as an outline and embellished according to the harpist's creative abilities.




Easy Celtic Harp Solos


Book Description

Evoke the traditional sounds of the Celtic lands with these instrumental arrangements of songs for solo Celtic harp. These 25 tunes are Manx, Welsh, Irish, Scottish, Cornish, Hebridean, and Bretton, including pieces by Turlough O'Carolan and Robert Burns. Notes at the end of the book give insights into the meanings of the texts of the songs, aiding interpretation and inviting you to experience the ambience of the Celtic lands through their music. Lyrics for selected songs are given in the notes in English.




First Harp Book


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Celtic Music for Folk Harp


Book Description

This book is intended to be an introduction to a style of music which has a long and noble history that is inextricable intertwined with that of the ancient harp. the tunes contained in this book were chosen for their playability on the folk harp as well as for ease of separating into categories of skill.




Fun with the Folk Harp


Book Description

Want to get started playing the harp? This book will show you how. Written explanations and plenty of songs help you play right away. You're introduced to the symbols used in harp music, the basics of note reading, and fingering. There are new pieces, old pieces, silly pieces, and serious pieces for you to play. and there is a part showing you how to care for your harp and replace strings. Take this book home and learn on your own, or take it to a teacher and get some specialized help. It works both ways!




Harp Fingering Fundamentals


Book Description

This book discusses fingerings for runs, repeated notes, enharmonics, chords, left hand patterns, and more. Includes many written examples. With an introduction and two appendices.




Celtic harp music of Carolan and others for solo guitar


Book Description

(Guitar). This unique publication features 45 harp tunes beautifully arranged for solo guitar. It also includes an introduction to the book's origins, info on the Celtic harp and biographical information on the author and Turlough O'Carolan. Most songs are arranged at an intermediate-level of difficulty and use standard tunings so that classical guitarists can enjoy them as well as steel-string fingerstylists.




The Ancient Music of Ireland


Book Description

This invaluable collection of Irish song is enriched by a 100-page preface and followed by 151 Irish airs arranged for piano, with songs' Irish names, authors, and dates of composition.




Wedding Music for the Lever Harp


Book Description

The harp is the quintessential wedding instrument. Its romantic image and sound make it ideal for the special day which represents a landmark in the life of the bride and groom and their families. the music they choose will stay with them in memory and meaning for a lifetime. This book contains a variety of classic, traditional, and ethnic music, some pieces you will recognize as standards, and some you may never have heard before. Selections in this book may be played on any style or type of harp. These tunes and pieces have been chosen because they are in the public domain, and also because they could make the difference between an ordinary wedding and a very special one. Divided into four sections: Preludes, Processionals, Meditations, and Recessionals, this music offers more than enough choices to get you through an entire wedding ceremony and reception. These arrangements are interesting to the player as well as the listener and take full advantage of the harmonic capabilities of the lever harp. Includes important and useful tips and suggestions regarding music selections, fees for services, contracts, proper attire, etiquette, and more.




Teach Yourself to Play the Folk Harp


Book Description

This book teaches the student step by step how to play the harp. Each of the 12 lessons includes instructions, exercises, and folk and classical pieces using the new skills and techniques taught in the lesson. --from publisher description.