De Zingende Snaar Harpen

Arranged by Valerie Aldrich-Smith for harp quartet - a dynamic version of a traditional favorite. Supplied as score and parts. Playable on the non-pedal harp. Beginner's level.

This collection includes different level arrangements of international winter and Christmas music that Stefanie has collected and edited for her lessons.

When all pieces are examples for guidance from simple to intermediate level. Moreover, chord symbols added, so with the help of the harmony itself can improvise their own accompaniment.

The first part of the collection contains pieces that are arranged for solo harp .

In a number of pieces in the second part the harp is used as an accompaniment to a voice or a melody instrument. It is also possible to play the melody with the right hand and a left hand bass accompaniment.

The pieces in the third part are suitable for ensemble playing with two or three harps. A part has the melody, and all other parts are in harmony with the melody. Combinations of all parts are possible.

Not all pieces have fingering, because Stefanie has the opinion that it is best to determine your own fingerings.

Titles:

Ding Dong Merrily on High, Gloria in Excelsis Deo, Abbot Bromley Horndance Tune, Maria durch ein Dornwald ging, Apple Tree Wassail, Banquet Hall, Stockford Carol, Er Framtid bliver lyckelig, Es kommt ein Schiff geladen, Kommet ihr Hirten, Lieb Nachtigal wach auf, Es wird schon glei dumpa, Snow, Il est né, O come o come Emmanuel, To drive the cold Winter away, Stille Nacht

This compilation is a tribute to the great harp-weekends that were organized by  Ank van Campen in Ellecom from 1972 to 2007.  Songs and melodies full of memories, "Doorways into the past", but also some brand new pieces to honor Ank. 

Titles are:
Coulters Candy; An Eriskay Love Lilt; Little David, play on your harp; Simple Gifts; Lewis Bridal Song (harp 1, harp 2 en partituur), Come Again, As the Snow in Valleys lying; Ode aan Jean Campbell; The Lord of the Dance; Welsh Carol alla Beethoven; Welsh Carol alla Brubeck; Welsh Carol alla Shostakovich; Enkvencempen Jig; Morning in Carraroe; Walk to the Beach; At the end of the day; Anne Macdearmid’s compliments (harp solo en duet).
49 pages.

Composed by Catrin Edwards and arranged for harp trio by Meinir Heulyn. This is a great hit with young Welsh harpists!
Supplied as score and parts.
Playable on non-pedal harp.
Beginners' level.

Composition for multi-level-harp ensemble. Pictures of the Earth taken by  astronaut Dirk Frimout were the source of inspiration for this spacious composition.

The first titles are: Astronauts, Lift Off!, Floating, Up Side Down. Followed by some 'Landscapes', describing wonderful views from space. The book ends with the titles: Landscape 8/ Sunrise, Reflections in Space, Landing and Arrival of the Astronauts

Composition for multi-level-harp ensemble. The music is written for an ensemble with a storyteller and is based on an old legend. Every character or animal in this legend has its own musical theme.

Titles: Song of the birds, Forest of Ireland, Flidias, Tuan, Liban, The Lake Deep in the Forest, Fand, Never Seen Again, The Fawn, The Mother's Lament, Fionn and the Men of the Fianna, Fionn and the Fianna Following Tuan, The Fawn in the Lake, Daighre, Never Seen Again II, The Wind in the Trees, Suamach's Harpsolo, Flidias and the Fawn and The Silver Salmon & the Rivers and the Forests of Ireland.

Latest book by Inge Frimout-Hei written for multi-level-harpensemble. All harps together form a real orchestra of "Harppieten". The easy parts of Harp 1 and 2 can also be played as a solo.

With play-along CD.

   Track 9: HarpPiet

   Track13: Daar wordt aan de deur geklopt

Dona Nobis Pacem is Latin for Grant Us Peace. This lovely traditional canon or round has been arranged by Deborah Friou for solo harp and also for harp ensemble of two or three harps. Deborah has added a second canon, a variation on the original, to the ensemble version. The "first harp" part is written in the bass, the "second" in the mid range, while the "third" is in the treble end. Advanced beginners can play just the right hand if necessary. For intermediate to advanced players. Key of G. 8 pages.

Brian Buru's March  

Arranged and edited by Gillian Green for harp quartet: a powerful traditional tune.

Supplied as score and parts.

Intermediate level.

Arranged for Flute & Harp Ensemble by Jane Groves. Parts supplied for Flutes 1-3, Alto Flute & Harps 1-2 but this flexible arrangement is suitable for any configuration of flute(s) and/or harp(s) Elementary - Intermediate level. Score + set of parts (Flutes 1 - 3, Alto Flute & Harps 1 - 2)

Arranged for Flute & Harp Ensemble by Jane Groves. Parts supplied for Solo Flute or Flutes 1-3, Alto Flute & Harps 1-2 but this flexible arrangement is suitable for any configuration of flute(s) and/or harp(s)

Arranged for Flute & Harp Ensemble by Jane Groves. Parts supplied for 3 flutes & 2 harps but this flexible arrangement is suitable for any configuration of flute(s) and/or harp(s) Elementary - Intermediate level. Score + set of parts (Flutes 1 - 3, Alto Flute & Harps 1 - 2)

Arranged for Flute & Harp Ensemble by Jane Groves. Parts supplied for Flutes 1-3 + Harp but this flexible arrangement is suitable for any configuration of flute(s) and/or harp(s)

A collection of gems; some are familiar and some unusual, all traditional music from Britain. The solos are superb, and the ensemble arrangements are awesome. Beginning to intermediate level - there is something for everyone in this book, great for teachers and students alike. All tunes are in the keys of C, G or D. 

Solos: "Short-Coated Mary", "Fear a'Bhata" (The Boatman), "Loch Earn", "The Skylark", "The Electric Jig" (by Robin Ellis), "Munro's Rant". Duets: "Rosin the Beau" (an exquisite arrangement), 

Trios: " Oran Sniomhaidh" (Spinning Song), " Braigh Loch Iall" (Braes of Locheil), " Picking of Sticks/Cuckolds" " All in a Row", " Be Thou My Vision", "Dargason", and " June Apple". 99 pgs.

The Ring of Harps continues in the tradition of Nancy’s other ensemble books, with arrangements for mixed level groups, which are fun to play for everyone. The tunes are from Scotland and Ireland, and include a duet, three-part and four-part ensembles. There are also seven great solos. In addition to the usual toe-tapping Scottish reels, the arrangements use melodic patterns to suggest ripples in the sea (Aran Boat Song), fluttering wings (The Butterfly), and jingling coins (Little Donald of the Sweets). There’s a wonderful range of styles from ancient harmonies to traditional Carolan to jazzy reels.

Traditional music of Britain in multi-level ensemble arrangements. This book contains both solos and ensembles, and all parts are interesting & enjoyable to play. 

Solos: "Torryburn Lasses", "The Maid of the Mill" and "Rowing from Islay to Uist". 

Duets: " Ca' the Yowes tae the Nowes", " William and Nancy", and Trios are " Tail Toddle", "Suo-gan", " Hug o' laithill o horo", and " Katie Bairdie". These are wonderful arrangements that will delight any harp player, young or old. 60 pgs.

Contains solo arrangements of medieval and Renaissance music, from cantigas (13th century Spain) to popular dance tunes from the 16th and 17th centuries. There are two ensembles (for 3 harps): a well-known Praetorius 'Courante' and the Cantiga 282. Several of the pieces in the book were performed in ensemble, and are now arranged as harp solos. The book also has information on Renaissance dance types and suggestions for performance. The pieces in the 'Historical Harp Collection' are playable on early, lever and pedal harps. Nancy performs them daily on her pedal harp as part of her repertoire, for Tea at the Ritz-Carlton in Boston.

Titles are: 

Solo harp: "Short-Coated Mary", "The Boatman", "Loch Earn", "The Skylark", "The Electric Jig", "Munro’s Rant".

Solo or duet: "Rosin the Beau".

For three harps: "Spinning Song", "Braes of Locheil", "Picking of Sticks/Cuckolds All In A Row", "Be Thou My Vision", "Dargason", "June Apple".

77 pgs. Spiral bound.

Here is the latest in Nancy Hurrell's exquisite and historical arrangements of early music for harp.  Easy to read with many historical notes and performance suggestions.  Very fulfilling for harpists knowledgeable in historical music, and also makes your performances well rounded.  Sometimes early music produces a change in the atmosphere creating a fine ambiance for many an occasion.  Playable on all harps, intermediate, and very well done. Because of the notes on the composers, sources and history, this book could also be used for an interesting presentation of early music.  77 pages.

England & Scotland
The Canaries: Straloch Lute MS (c.1627-29) 
A Scots Tune: Jane Pickeringe Lute Book (c.1616-1650) 
Come Again: John Dowland (1563-1626)   
Walsingham: John Dowland (1563-1626)   
Why stays the bridegroom?: Ben Jonson’s Haddington Masque   
Alfonso Ferrabosco (1608) 

 Ensemble for 3 harps:
     Browning Madame: Deuteromelia, Thomas Ravenscroft (1609) 

France
Tant que vivray: Claudin de Sermisy (1490-1562)   
Washerwoman’s Branle: Orchesography, Thoinot Arbeau (1589)   
Pease Branle: Orchesography, Thoinot Arbeau (1589) 
Hermit’s Branle: Orchesography, Thoinot Arbeau (1589) 
Branle d’Ecosse: Orchesography, Thoinot Arbeau (1589) 

Italy & the Low Countries
 Pavane Ferrareze: Premier Livre de Danseries, Pierre Phalèse (1571) 
Galliarde Ferrareze: Premier Livre de Danseries, Pierre Phalèse (1571) 
 Quando nascette Ninno: Neopolitan traditional
Pavane: Si par souffrir: Danserye, Tielman Susato (1551)   
Bergamasca: Bernardo Gianoncelli (1650)   

Germany & Spain
 La Canarie: Anon., Terpsichore, Michael Praetorius (1612) 
 Bransle de la Torche: Anon., Terpsichore, Michael Praetorius (1612) 
Canción del Emperador: Mille regretz (Josquin)-Luis de Narváez (1546) 
Zarambeques:Luz y Norte Musical, L.R. de Ribayaz (1677) 

Ensemble for 3 harps: Zarabandas: 
    Luz y Norte Musical, L.R. de Ribayaz (1677) 

Example pages: notes on performance

  A Scots Tune Come Again Why Stays the Bridegroom? Browning Madame Tant Que Vivray

The Butterfly (duet), Dance from Asker (duet), Carolan's Draught (duet or trio), Loftus Jones II (duet or trio), On the Way to Stavanger (duet) by Fred Aalto, Polonaise (duet), arranged by Sue Richards,  Polska from Säfnäs (trio),  Schottis (trio), Oh Shenandoah (duet), Snowfall Waltz (duet), by James Lough, Waltz for Kuisma (duet or trio) by Lauri Keskinen  

Includes suggestions for ensemble rehearsal, tips for playing together, and various ways of splitting up the parts to suit individuals in the group.

Henry Mancini (Cleveland (Ohio), 16 april 1924 - Beverly Hills (Californië), 14 juni 1994) was an American composer of film music. Probably most famous fort his "The Pink Panther"- movies theme.
 

"The Thorn Birds" was a TV mini series about an Australian family, based on the best-selling novel by Colleen McCullough. The theme tune composed by Henri Mancini was arranged for three harps by Brynmor Williams. The book contains the score and three parts. Grade 3 level.

Example pages:  start  page 4

A piece for harp ensemble and spoken Voice. It contains four harp parts of each two pages for Pedal or Lever harp. A part for optional Glockenspiel and Chimes or Bells is included and directions how Ballet Dancers can be added to a performance. 

"Cool breezes sweep our faces with soft whispers. Gentle wisps of ghostly images glide amid soft moonbeams..." 

The spoken voice floats over hauntingly beautiful harp melodies in this original composition by Fran.

CUMBIA VERDE for 2, 3 or 4 Harps or Harp Ensemble

Can be played with LEVER or PEDAL harps.

Harp 1 and 2: Intermediate level. Harp 3 and 4: Easy level.

Invited by the Dutch Host Committee of the Tenth World harp Congress, Alfredo composed this concert piece with its main section in the rhythmic style of "cumbia," the national Dance of Colombia, South America. Percussive effects on the soundboards in some parts add to the drama and excitement of the piece.

Premiered by 232 HARPS during the TENTH WORLD HARP CONGRESS, Amsterdam, July 22, 2009, it broke the Guinness World Record of the LARGEST HARP ORCHESTRA TO DATE. See the VIDEO Duration of the piece is just over six minutes.

2 or More Harps flexible Ensemble Collection Vol. 1
Yes! It is flexible:

ADAPT IT TO YOUR ENSEMBLE:

Play harp 1 and 2, or 1 and 3, or 1, 2 and 3.
Play as few as one harp (any one), combined with one or more melodic instruments.
Play with large ensembles assigning each part to several harps.
Subdivide any part and assign, for example, only an easy melody line or an easy bass line to a beginner.

79 pages of exciting music in contrasting rhythmic styles to enrich your repertoire. FUN for ALL LEVELS!

Includes: Habanera Gris, easy version for two harps.
Cumbia Deliciosa for 2 or 3 harps.
Llano, for 2 or 3 harps.
Habanera Gris for 1 or 2 harps plus 1 or 2 voices or melodic instruments.
Danza de Luzma, for 2 or 3 harpsr six minutes.

Arrangements for three harps, from simple to quite advanced. Two quiet ballads from Brittany, but also "Classics" like Greensleeves, Tourdion and Scarborough Fair can easily and quickly be played as an ensemble because the melodies are already well known. But the book also offers some more adventurous pieces! Two quick pieces from Ireland and Scotland meke your fingers dance on the harp! The third part is always the simplest, with broken chords, which are divided in two hands. The first part is also easy and only takes the melody, usually with one hand. The second part adds some interesting things like sequences of special chords and free melodies, that are a bit more challenging, even for somewhat more advanced players. 15 pages.

From the Harpa Mundi series. In this series harp technique is slowly built up step by step. Clear instructions on used techniques are included . Other books in the Harpa Mundi series can be found in the solo section "Pampuch".

Titles:

Gwerz (Ballade), Cap de Plogoff, Greensleaves, Tourdion, Scarborough Fair, Mrs. Gordon of Gight, The Monagham Jig, Trio Infernale

Ensembles in 2-5 parts, including beginner part and complete score. For lever or pedal harp, lower intermediate to intermediate level. Parts 1 and 2 make a complete duo, the rest add harmonic and rhythmic interest. Dany Boy and The Harp that Once thro' Tara's Halls

Ensembles in 2-5 parts, including beginner part and complete score. Parts 1, 2 make a complete duo, the rest add harmonic and rhythmic interest. Easy to read, fingerings are written in large print.  Rehearsal numbers are well marked.  These are fine harp arrangements by a seasoned teacher, and they are widely used by harp ensembles throughout the US, in Germany, the UK and Australia.  EASY LEVER HARP.

Kim Robertson has arranged ensemble harp parts to be played with her popular solo arrangement of Gustav Holst's "Jupiter" theme from "The Planets," also known as "I Vow to Thee." Here's how it works. One harpist plays the original solo sheet music. The new "harp ensemble" version will be used by any additional players. This companion ensemble version includes both a 2-page arrangement for Intermediate harp players (requiring 2 octaves below middle C), and a 1-page Easy harp arrangement (for harps with 1 octave below middle C). Either or both of these additional versions can be played along with the original solo arrangement. So, although the new version is entitled "for 3-part harp ensemble," I asked Kim if it would work with just two harps, and she said "yes!" She just hadn't thought of it that way when she arranged it. 
You need both the solo version and the ensemble version for an ensemble. In the key of C, with no fingerings and no lever changes. Chord symbols included. 3 pages of music (2 intermediate and 1 easy). 

These fun arrangements by Kim Robertson and Laura Zaerr are for ensembles of 3 harps, but also work great with only 2 harps. Parts 1 and 2 are for advanced beginner to intermediate lever harp players. Part 3, which is optional, is suitable for beginners. The 4 popular Celtic tunes are Arran Boat Song, Butterfly Jig, Buzzy Chanter and Pibroch of Black Donald. To play Buzzy Chanter, harps 2 and 3 play the "buzz" effect by weaving a piece of paper between the harp strings. The pieces are in the key of C or sharp keys. Each arrangement includes the full score, and the 3 individual harp parts, all spiral-bound together in one book. Each harp player will need their own book. The few easy lever changes are clearly marked, but there are no fingerings. 58 pages, spiral-bound.

Whether your harp ensemble has only 2 or 3 harps . . . or many more . . . you'll love these fresh arrangements.

This hauntingly beautiful three-part harp ensemble was commissioned for the opening of a new 2000-seat concert facility, Strathmore Music Hall, in Bethesda, Maryland. Dance of the Harps is presented with an underlying 3/4 accompaniment of swaying rhythm. The melody is shared between the first and second parts, while the third part provides underlying rhythm. The melody develops and expands and is followed by a sharply contrasting middle section, which is much faster and jig-like. In this section, the harps let loose in their dance, which has become spirited and playful. Following this faster middle section, the ensemble returns to the original melody, but with greater intensity and rhythmic vitality. As the piece comes to its dramatic conclusion, layer upon layer of rich harmonies unfold and become increasingly intense, culminating in a bell-like explosion of syncopated celebratory sound. The piece can be played by an ensemble of beginning to intermediate lever or pedal harpists, as each of the three parts is written with a different degree of technical difficulty.

As one of the primary ensemble leaders for Harpers Hall, Verlene has had many years of experience leading a multi-level harp ensemble and has arranged several pieces for the Harpers Hall Ensemble in two or three parts. This book includes eight of her arrangements – four Christmas pieces, two traditional Celtic and two classical. Harp one is usually the easiest part, with harp two at intermediate level and harp three more advanced. The two classical pieces don’t follow this division of levels, but both are at intermediate to advanced intermediate level.  She has included suggestions on how to use the book with either two or three harps, or full harp ensembles.  Many of the three part pieces can also be played as a duet or solo.  Complete songlist: Carol of the Bells, Flower Duet, Glass of Beer/Burning of the Piper’s Hut, Gymnopedie #1, The Holly and the Ivy, Silent Night, We Wish You a Merry Christmas, and Willafjord. 30 pages.

From Jane Pickering's Lute Book (c. 1616) Arranged by Ellen Tepper Lutenist Jane Pickering was associated with the court of Henry, Prince of Wales. This piece is from her notebook. Arranged in several ways for harps in various combinations: HARP DUET with 2 equally challenging parts; HARP TRIO with harps 1 and 2 in treble clef only, with some lever changes, and harp 3 as a two- handed "accompaniment" part. A score is also included for study or conducting. DUET FOR HARP AND OTHER TREBLE INSTRUMENT (i.e. flute, violin or recorder), for pedal or lever harp. The Harp 1 part from the Trio version may also be used as the solo instrument with this version. The music assumes the range of the harp to be from C below middle C to the C above treble clef, and is suitable for most 26-string models with levers on C, F and G. There is a high B-flat that can be tuned ahead or preset with levers if you have them. The parts are of varying difficulty to accommodate the wide range of harp playing and reading abilities. All pedal notations will be found below the staff, and lever changes indicated by diamond-shaped notes

This lovely aria has been arranged for 4 lever harps with an optional 5th part that plays only chords. All parts are notated for both levers and pedals and include fingerings. Very suitable for the "mixed level" ensemble that a harp circle or group of students provides. 4-pg score. 

An ensemble arrangement for lever/pedal harp duet or trio, with optional violin and cello accompaniment. This lovely chorale has been edited for several levels of playing ability and instrument combinations. The harder parts are the Harp 1 and Harp 3, requiring many lever changes. Harp 2 (choral line) is given in two levels, a one-handed part with arpeggiated chords, and a more full-sounding one for both hands. Also included are the Harp 1 and 3 parts rewritten for violin and cello, which may be played with either of the Harp 2 parts. Additionally a fully-notated pedal harp part is provided, comprised by combining Harp 1 and 3, and may be played with the Harp 2 part and augmented with cello and violin. All fingerings are carefully notated. 4-pg score.

The Welsh Melodies in this book arranged for 3 harps may be used in many different ways by harpists of all levels. The melodies may be played individually or joined in any combination. Beginners may play just the first note of each bar while more advanced players may improvise their own accompaniments using the same basic harmonies and those in the middle may play as much or as little as they are able or wish to. I hope you enjoy playing around with them.

Three original compositions by John L Thomas. 
Sunny Day - solo harp 
Winter days - two harps
Improvisations 2010 - three harps 

Lolipops (Welsh spelling) is a collection of familiar Welsh songs arranged in four parts for pedal or lever harps. Intermediate. 12 pages.

Sospan fach
Hwb i'r galon
Dacw mam yn dwad
Mynd drot, drot

Lolipops (Welsh spelling) is a collection of familiar Welsh songs arranged in four parts for pedal or lever harps. Intermediate. 12 pages.

Pop Goes the Weasel is a traditional English nursery rhyme and singing game originating from at least the middle of the eighteenth century. 

Counting the Goats is a Welsh nonsense song but great fun, as each verse introduces a goat of a different colour, starting with white, then red, blue, black etc., the repeating chorus (presto) getting longer and longer and faster and faster.

The Bells of Aberdovey is another Welsh folk song, and sings of the legend of Cantre'r Gwaelod, a submerged kingdom beneath Cardigan Bay. The harmonic sounds in this arrangement depict the echoing bells, which, according to folklore, can still be heard ringing under the waves.

Pop goes the Weasel

Cyfri'r Geifr (Counting the Goats)

Clychau Aberdyfi (The Bells of Aberdovey)

Originally sung as a lullaby, Song of the Crib (Cân y Preseb) was associated with the medieval custom of cradle-rocking during the Christmas services. The traditional words Joseph lieber, Joseph mein appear in a manuscript at Leipzig University c. 1500 as part of a mystery play, acted in church around the crib. The tune, which was probably composed in fourteenth century Germany, has been incorporated into other more modern compositions; Brahms for example used it as a viola obbligato in his song Geistliches Wiegenlied.

Frequently sung in May in praise of the Virgin Mary, this French tune also lends itself well to the Christmas theme, and here it is arranged in three parts for lever or pedal harps. 3 pgs.

Berceuse de Dolly by Gabriel Fauré will be familiar to many as the signature tune of Listen with Mother. Originally written as a piano duet in 1893 - 96, this popular piece is arranged for lever harps in three parts. 6 pgs.

Hob y Deri Dando is the refrain of an old song of the Druids used to call the people to religious gatherings in the groves. It is likely that the English song, "Hie down, derry down" is derived from the same source. An invitation to the Oaken Groves was usual with lovers in former times as was the custom of driving the hogs to feed on acorns. The tune has two versions, one in South Wales, another in North Wales, and there seems to be no end to the number and variety of verses, both Welsh and English, not necessarily translations. The recurrent theme is that of unrequited love. The Tango is an extra variation - just for fun! 6 pgs.

These three sea-songs - Cockles and Mussels, My bonnie lies over the ocean and Fflat Huw Puw, are entitled Sailing Along and are traditional tunes representing Ireland, Scotland, and Wales. They can be played as a medley or as individual pieces. Lever harps 2 and 3 will need to tune the upper octaves A's in the natural position in order to create the right effects in the glissandi bars. 8 pgs.

15 originals plus a wonderful ensemble arrangement for two harps and cello or bass recorder of Birds of Blue Ridge. Suitable for beginner and intermediate players. Perfect for therapy work, performances, weddings, or just to play in your own living room. The tunes are arranged to facilitate memorization. Consistent LH patterns are often repeated in other sections of the piece. Six tunes in the key of C, 4 in G, 2 in D, 2 in F and 1 in Eb. Lever changes in only two of these tunes. 

Titles: God’s Garden, Sweet Serenade, Sweepin’ the Clouds Away, Summer Rain, Birds of Blue Ridge, The Last Leaves of Autumn, Harpeggio, The Promise, Winter Waterfall, September Sunrise, Mayne Island Waltz, Easy Pickin’s, Between the Thorns, On the Wing, AT-etude.

For beginning and intermediate harp trio, pedal or lever, keys of G and C. There are several pieces with a 4th part to be played by flute or C instrument, or another harp. 

Table of Contents:
The Water Is Wide, The Ash Grove, Blow the Wind Southerly, Lilliburlero, An Irish Love Song, Danny Boy.

I've recently heard from two harp ensembles who have performed this piece, and they both raved about how much they loved it! Laura Zaerr has combined two Scottish tunes into this suite for 3 harps. Music of Spey is a fiddle tune by James Scott skinner (1843 - 1927), and Willafjord* is a reel from the Shetland Islands. 

The only lever changes are the G naturals to modulate from the key of A (3 sharps) for Music of Spey, to D (2 sharps) for Willafjord, and you're given plenty of time to make these changes. Fingerings are not included. The Harp 1 and 2 parts are intermediate level, and include harmonics, chords breaking downwards, arpeggios, and tapping on the soundboard. The Harp 3 part is very easy. The three parts interweave into a beautiful, intricate whole. Although this suite sounds the best with all 3 harp parts, it could also be adapted for 2 harps, without the Harp 3 part. 

The three harp parts and the full score are all spiral-bound together in one 40-page book. Each player will need to purchase their own book.
(Willafjord is also known as Happy One-Step, Villafjord, Willa Fjord, Willafiord, Willow Fjord, Wullafjord, and Willasford)

This book of Holiday music was arranged for multi-level harp ensemble by Laura Zaerr. Each piece is presented in a full score format over multiple pages, and also in separate harp parts. The exception is On the Cold Ground, which is presented only in full score format because it does not require any page turns. The individual harp parts are primarily on two pages with no page turns. Masters in This Hall has a single page turn for Harps 1 and 2, with plenty of time for the left hand to turn pages. 

These arrangements are ideal for harp trios and ensembles with three levels of harpists. Harp 1 is the most difficult, with Harp 2 more intermediate, and Harp 3 easiest. For harp duos or ensembles with mostly intermediate and advanced players, you can use Harps 1 and 2 and omit Harp 3 for all but Noël Nouvelet, which can be made into a duet arrangement by combining Harp 2 and 3 together by reading from the score. The Harp 1 parts of On the Cold Ground and Il est Né can also be played as a solo, as well as the first part of Harp 1 on To Drive the Gold Winter Away.

Noël Nouvelet, and To Drive the Gold Winter require Bbs and On the Gold Ground will need Bbs and a preset Eb below middle C for Harps 1 and 2. If your harp does not have levers on these strings, you will need to retune them for those pieces. There are also accidentals on three of the pieces: Masters in This Hall requires a D# for harps 1 and 2; Harp 2 of On the Gold Ground has an F# lever change; Harp 2 of To Drive the Gold Winter Away will have some C# lever changes.

Titles:

Masters in the Hall, Il est Né, On the Cold Ground, Noël Nouvelet, To drive the Cold Winter Away.

49 pages.