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Sheet Music for Harp and Voice
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On the poem with the same name from Imme Dros out of the book "Zomaar was je geboren". A song with beautiful lyrics about being born, that is symbolized by a story about a sailor coming out of his water world to the shore. Also suitable for pedal harp, for intermediate to advanced level. |
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Level: intermediate The 4 English songs with lyrics by Anna van Avalon depict an inner voyage.The music breathes an old Celtic atmosphere. 14 Pages.
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Level : intermediate to advanced Two French songs, written in two versions: for high and low voice. The titles in this book are:" La Riviere" and "Tes Bras". ("The River" and "Your Arms") 15 pages. |
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beginner to intermediate |
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Level: intermediate to advanced. Also
suitable for pedal harp. |
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This is the continuation of part 1 The music in this book is at an intermediate to advanced level. Also suitable for pedal harp. 4 songs: "Burning Desire", "Woman", "Crossing the border", "Prayer" |
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This 'book' is published entirely on a double-CD, which contains the story and the sheet music in a PDF-file, as well as the soundtracks of the music. The story is in German.
A winter fairy tale for adults and children from about 7 years, in which the narrator Jack W. Franz tells how the first autumn and winter was upon the earth, after hundreds of years of just spring and summer.
The Jack Frost winter elf fights with his friends Eichenman and bear against the dark magic of Lady Melancholy.
This story tells how the evergreen conifers arose, what the first snowflake whispers, how sadness turns into joy and hope and many other secrets of winter.
Stefanie Bieber composed harp music for this story with a magical atmosphere that drags you into the magical world of the fairy tale characters.
Titles: Herfstwalzer, Rau-Reif-Reime, Lady Melancholie, Jacks Tanz, Eichenmann, Nordwind, Jack und Eichenmann, Bärenträume, Jack, Eichenmann und der Bär, Hoffnung, Pfeifenrauch 1, Pfeifenrauch 2, Träume, Erstarrung, Wintergrün, Erinnerung, Nordwind und Wintermaid, Der Winterkönig, Schnee, Winterkönigs Klage, Freude und Hoffnung, Lady Melancholie-Die Verwandlung.
Herbstwalzer Rau-Reif-Reime Lady Melancholie Jack und Eichenmann Pfeifenrauch Nordwind und Wintermaid |
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A spring tale of Jack W. Franz with music for Celtic harp by Stefanie Bieber Continuation of 'Winterwaldnächte'
In the gray light rain in February, the winter king makes his way to take a walk into the valley, to seek its summer crown, which fell from his head in the snow on the shortest day of the year and rolled down into the valley. He is assisted in his search by the bumblebee Nectarz Sisi, who asks all the spring flowers, where the crown may have gone. Each kind of flower offers itself as hair accessories to replace the missing summer crown.
The ringing song of the crocus mixes with the powerful song of the forsythia and the daffodils exuberant rock. The tulips spread a exotic, mysterious sound and the elder sighs full of romance and passion. The music pieces accompanying this story are suitable for harp players with some playing experience.
The booklet comes with a CD of all instrumental pieces. They are recorded in two versions: A version in the original tempo, and a slow practice version, where you can hear both hands on separate channels.
Titles: February Rain Krokus Krokus Song Forsythie Osterglockenrock Tulpen Waldmeister Flieder Sommerkönig's Marsch Der Teich im Mondlicht Sommerkönig's Reel |
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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 |
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Nadia's long awaited first sheet music book "Celtic Harp & Song, Vol.1" was published in December 2010. The book comes in high-quality print and features a selection of Nadia’s arrangements of Celtic airs, tunes and songs (Water is wide, Carolan's Farewell to Music, All through the Night, The Cuckoo…) and her own compositions and songs (Everywhere, Shine, Return, Spring Fever,…). Included in this collection are two harp duets (Merrily kiss the Quaker’s Wife, Blair Athole) and one vocal duet (Sleep my Baby). All harp arrangements are also suitable for piano. The vocal arrangements also work beautifully with a melody instrument (Cello for example…).
Contents Tunes, Airs and Instrumentals Songs Level: Intermediate / Advanced. 56 pages of music: |
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This book is designed to provide information that will help you to create accompaniment patterns on the harp. Most of the examples in this book are in the key of C, but there is a section on transposition for those who sing in different keys. Covers simple patterns, the basics of self-accompaniment, theory concepts, chords, color notes, modes, and more. 67 pgs. Spiral bound. |
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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.
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This book is the fruit of many years' experience of performing & teaching Irish traditional music to harpers by the pioneer & acknowledged leader in the field. It represents the first attempt in print to analyse & explain the aesthetic principles which inform the stylistically correct performance of this music on the harp. Most of these ground-breaking arrangements are of traditional Irish dance music, but also included are two songs and some unusual settings of the music of Turlough O'Carolan. 38 pages. Titles: Eibhlín Ní Ríordáin's Slide, Marcshlua Uí Néill, Mairéad’s Mazurka, Julia Clifford’s Polkas, Walsh’s Hornpipe, The Peacock’s Feather, Cuach mo Londubh Buí, Caitlín Ní Aodha, The Sport of the Chase, Fanny Power, Tomeen O'Dea's Reel, Planxty Sudley, The Bantry Girls’ Lament, Madam Maxwell, The Gander in the Pratie Hole, The Queen of the Rushes, The Boys of Malin, The Old Oak Tree, The Pullet, The Volunteer |
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A beautiful song written by Lui Collins, a well known New England folk singer. The words and melody are uplifting and appropriate for performance in all arenas – for enjoyment, for yourself or for an audience. It is said of Collins that she blends her original songs, dynamic readings of her poetry, and traditional banjo tunes, in an intimate conversation with her audience. This is a wonderful example of her work. The harp part is by Barbara Wright. It is simple, and can be played on a harp of 26 strings. In the key of D, the piece has a very basic accompaniment. Nondenominational, essentially the words speak of being blessed and grateful for life. You will enjoy this one! Full score included with a pull-out voice part. |
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Manx tunes are from the Isle of Man, a small ancient kingdom set in the middle of the Irish Sea at the center of the British Isles. This book by Manx harper Charles Guard includes 18 harp solos, 4 harp duets, and 3 songs arranged for voice and harp. All in the key of C or in sharp keys, arranged for intermediate harp players, with no fingerings. 56 pages. Includes: |
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Deborah's most requested song in 7 versions. From very simple to intermediate. Including 3 versions for solo harp and 4 versions for harp and voice.
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Deborah's special Birthday song. Includes a CD-single. Arranged for piano and vocal.
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Mittelalter - the third book in Uschi Laar's series "Spielstücke für Harfe" this volume is for beginner to intermediate lever harp players and all tunes are arranged by Uschi Laar comes with a study CD. 22 pages.
Titles: Es saß ein klein wild Vögelein, Por mau tens, Ay, linda amiga, Ave donna, Unter den Linden, Fole a desmesura, Stella splendens, Si li ffemmene, Santa Maria, Lamento di tristano
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A very beautiful and ethereal melody preceded by a fast and light prologue entitled Mundo de Mio. LH mostly moving quarter notes, RH melody is uncluttered with parallel thirds and sustained notes. Lovely composition in A minor with a G# lever change. Mundo de Mio is an energizing piece which could also be used as a recital piece. It has an F# lever change. Lyrics in Spanish are included! A very satisfying work. Intermediate Level, for lever or pedal harp, playable on 29-string harp or will work on piano as well. Translation: "Mary's Tears" |
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A delightful new book of mostly Celtic tunes and songs and a few poems, collected, interpreted, arranged and in some cases composed by Mary K. Lloyd. Titles: My Heart, A Song (poem), Over the Water, Soft Mild Morning, The Dawning of the Day, 'Tis A Pity I Don't See My Love, Ned of the Hill, Hector the Hero, Hewlett, Blind Mary, The Great Song of MacLeod (Oran Mhor Mhic Leoid), Kilcash (Cill Chais), Dark Isle, Arran Boat Song, Loch Tay Boat Song, Skye Boat Song, Red Is the Rose, Kelvin Grove, The Shearin's No For You), Will Ye No' Come Back Again?, Londonderry Air, The Young Man's Dream Song (poem), Deus Meus, Mwana Wange. |
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Here is a tremendously welcome new version of The Lord’s Prayer. Often requested for weddings, this is a delightful new melody that is attainable to all singers. One can even accompany oneself! Presented in the key of Eb, and either as a duet or solo, the range is very pleasant, with the highest note as C above middle C. This Lord’s Prayer is as enjoyable to perform as it is to listen to! |
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Twenty arrangements of Irish, Scottish, and Welsh folk songs for lever harp, with and without vocals. All arrangements are intermediate to lower intermediate level. Eighteen of the arrangements are playable with slight or no modifications on small harps of 23 or more strings with an F to G range and levers on B, F and C. Also includes a history of the tunes in the front of the book, and introductions for the vocals.
Titles are: Down By the Salley Gardens, Gartan Mother's Lullaby, Southwind, Gentle Maiden, Separation of Soul and Body, Samradh Samradh, I Wish I had the Shepherd's Lamb, The Two William Davises, Jock O'Hazeldean, Scotland the Brave, Baloo Baleerie, Weaving Lilt, Ye Banks and Braes, Bells of Aberdovey, Queen's Marsh, and Suo Gân. 51 pgs. |
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Not just a book of harp music, but a journey where you'll make friends with inspirational words and elegant melodies. Mary has written eleven thought-provoking poems and put them to music. All are playable as solo harp music, and many of them are playable on harps as small as 23 strings with a few modifications. Lyrics are provided for many of the pieces, but singing is optional. INTERMEDIATE LEVER OR PEDAL HARP.
Contents: A Long Way Home (From Where I Am) *, The Wanderer [with vocal] *, Peaceful River *, Have Faith In Dreams [with vocal] *, When Summer Ends [with vocal] *, Stars and Shadows [with vocal] * , Rain Must Fall [key of F] *, Rain Must Fall [key of G] *, Wistful Heart, Sunrise On Forever, Redemption, The Stars Go With You [with vocal] *, All Shall Be Well [harp solo] *, All Shall Be Well [with vocal] * , Dance for Joy *, On My Way (Going Home) *, (Titles marked with * are adaptable for 23-string lap harp with F as the lowest note.) |
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"Music is a blessing and a joy that I feel should be shared" writes Mary Lloyd in the preface of her book of thirteen original contemplative pieces for lever harp. These pieces are fairly easy to play, and almost all are playable on the 22-string lap harp. All music is in either the keys of C, G, or F. This book also contains three original poems by Mary Lloyd as well as lyrics for four songs. Tunes are: Harper's Lullaby, Tripping Down the Steps, Never Lost, Grasshopper Jig, The Journey, Lament for Lost Dreams, The Open Door, Remembrance, Wishing, The Songsmith, Questions, and Tend My Lambs. 33 pgs |
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Fifteen clever originals for lever harp. Five are playable on the 23-string lap harp, and three have lyrics. Intermediate level, keys of F, G, C, D; and Bb. Titles are: Unknown Paths, Faithful (Planxty Duncan), Planxty Fuzzy Britches, Memories of Love, Mrs. Maggie Kelley, Grandpa's Fiddle, The Gentle Rain, The Gentle Rain , Song of Embarrassment / Mortified Jig, Hope for Peace, Beyond Forever (Eb and C), So Far Away, All His Love, Waiting for Heaven (Eb and C), Let Not Your Heart Be Troubled (harp solo & melody instrument). 60 pgs. |
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Eight beautiful pieces composed for harps with 23 strings or more. They are not hard to play. The piece"Quiet Stars in Endless Night" has a vocal part. Titles: A Beautiful Day, Long Dusty Path, Walking With a Friend; The Kestrel; Little Brown Wren; Dance of the Trees; Ripples in the Stream; Quiet Stars in Endless Night. |
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The accompaniments in this book are suitable for either piano or Irish harp but they were specifically written or adapted for the latter. Since making my first singing radio broadcast in Ireland at the age of sixteen, I accompanied myself on the Irish harp. Over the years my repertoire expanded to include songs from other parts of the world. This volume, Travels With My Harp offers a sprinkling of my favourite songs - songs I have performed many times in concert, on radio and on television, recorded on LP and CD.
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As in Volume 1 of Travels With My Harp (Afghanpress, 2006), the accompaniments in this Volume 2 are suitable for piano and for pedal or lever harp but they were specifically written or adapted for the latter. Since making my first singing radio broadcast in Ireland at the age of sixteen, I accompanied myself on the Irish harp. Over the years my repertoire expanded to include songs from other parts of the world. This volume, Travels With My Harp Vol. 2 offers another spriniding of my favourite songs - songs I have performed many times in concert, on radio and on television, recorded on LP and CD.
Titles: Kitty of Coleraine (Traditional - Irish) , Danny Boy (Traditional - Irish), The Uist Cattle Croon (Traditional - Scots Gallic), The Spanish Lady (Traditional - Irish), Song For a Winter’s Night (Gordon Lightfoot), Come Lord (Mary O‘Hara), The Fairy Tree (Irish Art song), Oró Mo Bháidin (Traditional - Irish), I Know My Love (Traditional - Irish), The Song of Glendun (Irish Art song), Tally Ho! - An Maidrin Rua (Traditional - Irish/Mary O‘Hara), A New Year Carol (Benjamin Britten) |
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As in the other volumes, the accompaniments in this third volume of Travels With My Harp are suitable for piano and for pedal or lever harp but they were specifically written or adapted for the latter. Since making my first singing radio broadcast in Ireland at the age of sixteen, I accompanied myself on the Irish harp. Over the years my repertoire expanded to include songs from other parts of the world. This volume offers a sprinkling of my favourite songs - songs I have performed many times in concert, on radio and on television, recorded on LP, CD and DVD-video.
Titles: Bring Me A Shawl From Galway ( C), The Unicorn (A Flat), An Peata Circe — The Pet Hen (B Flat), O Hear Me Lord! (A Flat), The Garden Song (E Flat), Ae Fond Kiss (E Flat), Wiegenlied (Lullaby) (A Flat), Believe Me (If All Those Endearing Young Charms) (E Flat), She Didn’t Dance (A Flat), Down By The Sally Gardens (E Flat), Thrice Toss These Oaken Ashes (E Flat), Farewell But Whenever (The Scent Of The Roses) (E Flat) |
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As in the other five volumes, the accompaniments in this fourth volume of Travels With My Harp are suitable for piano and for pedal or lever harp but they were specifically written or adapted for the latter. Since making my first singing radio broadcast in Ireland at the age of sixteen, I accompanied myself on the Irish harp. Over the years my repertoire expanded to include songs from other parts of the world. This volume offers a spriniding of my favourite songs - songs I have perfonned many times in concert, on radio and on television, recorded on LP, CD and DVD.
Titles: The Lark In The Clear Air (B Flat / G), The Bonnie Earl Of Murray (B Fiat), Ailiú Éanaí (E Flat), Willie’s Gane Tae Melville Castle (B Flat), Never Weather-Beaten Salle (G), Tant Con Je Vivrai (C Minor), My Aunt Jane (A Flat), Plaisir D’amour (A Flat), The Bonnie Boy (A Flat), Haigh Didil Dum (C / B Flat), The Gartan Mother’s Lullaby (E Flat), Prayer Of The Badger (E Flat) The Lark In The Clear Air My Aunt Jane The Bonnie Boy |
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This songbook is the last of five volumes of harp accompaniments entitled Travels With My Harp that emerged as a result of a presentation Mary was invited to give at the World Harp Congress held at University College Dublin in the summer of 2005. Each volume is accompanied by a CD (Vol.2 by a DVD).
Titles: The Quiet Land Of Erin (A
Flat Major),
A Hebridean Milking Song (A Flat Major / E Fiat Major) (Bò Lurach Thù),
Pussy Willows, Cat Tails (A Flat Major),
I Know Where I’m Goin’ (A Fiat Major),
Among Silence (A Flat Major),
‘S Ar Éirinn Ni N-Eósfhainn Ce H-Í (A Flat) (For Ireland I’d Not Tell Who She Is),
As I Walked Forth (F Minor / D Minor),
The Wee Cooper Of Fife (A Flat Major),
Déirin Dé (Lullaby) (F Minor / D Minor),
Sweet Child Of Glory (E Flat Major /C Major),
The Minstrel Boy (E Flat Major),
Annie Laurie (C Major / B Flat Major)
Pussy Willows, Cat Tails ‘S Ar Éirinn Ni N-Eósfhainn Ce H-Í Sweet Child Of Glory |
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(English / Spanish / French) New enlarged edition. Added versions for harp and voice.
NOTE: Ecuador, Villavicencio and Zayante are three of the themes of the "South American Suite for Harp and Orchestra." The versions on these books are the original solo harp versions.
Accompanying CD: € #### |
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The lever harp player can now happily add the dramatic ""Oh Holy Night"" by Adolph Adam to his or her list of necessary Christmas repertoire. Lever and pedal changes are indicated. In 5 arrangements:
20 pgs. |
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This publication contains the beloved setting of Schubert's Latin classic, arranged for solo voice and pedal harp accompaniment in six keys, voice and lever harp in three keys, and two solo harp versions in C major -- one for pedal harp and one for lever harp. Latin text by Sir Walter Scott, is underlaid with a new English translation provided on the introductory pages. Transcribed to 12/8 time to accommodate the original rhythmic contours of the vocal part. Intermediate level. |
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When you have as much teaching experience as Joyce, you learn to be creative, especially with adult students. These are relevant pieces for the adult advanced beginner, and are sure to be enjoyed. Written for lever or pedal harp with well-marked fingerings. Lyrics are included for some songs. Titles are: Dust Rag, Rush Hour Radio Rondo, Um I Need A Costume For Tomorrow, Get Them To The Bus On Time, Internet Handshake, Please, Baby, Sleep, and Dirty Dishes Blues. 20 pgs. |
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A big sound for little harps - for 26-string harps and more. Another Meg Robinson original for harp and voice. Great repertoire for coffee shop performances! This is a sweet tune with a lovely message. The mp3 file is provided by Meg Robinson, performed by her! The harp part is easy enough for you to be able to multi-task (sing along)!
A Little Angel |
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Meg’s career began as a singer-songwriter, and here she provides us with a ballad, easily singable for low voice and 26-string harp in the key of C. Four verses, presented in full score form with full accompaniment, and also lead line. Both versions have chords provided. This is a really nice and unique addition to small harp repertoire! Easy, all harps, for harp and voice. |
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A lovely piece, this precious and sweet melody has words for those who accompany themselves or other singers. The harp part does not contain the melody line. Seven pages in length, key of C, written for full range lever harp (or pedal harp) and can be adapted for 26-string harp. The voice range spans an octave and one note: G below middle C to A above middle C. Lower Intermediate, All harps, harp/voice. |
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Songs for lever harp and voice. All the songs in this book can be heard on Verlene's recordings " Persephone's Art ." "Rendezvous with the Moon ," and "Dreamtime ." On the recordings, Verlene plays diatonic lever and cross-strung chromatic harps and is joined by percussion, string bass, guitar, flute and other instruments. The arrangements in this book are for lever harp and voice, but can be played just as easily on piano. She tunes her harp in the key of F major (all natural notes except B-flat). Chords are also given for guitar or any other chording instrument. Songs are: Persephone's Art, Entranced, Make it Real, Le Guin, Rendezvous with the Moon, Your Own Best Friend, Laugh With the Universe, El Nino, Dreamtime, Further On, Grandmama Remembers, and Equal to the Task. 48 pages. |
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This book contains twelve of the most lever-harp-friendly pieces from the three books of Dowland’s Songs & Ayres originally transcribed for voice and lute. The harp arrangements in this book, which are intermediate to advanced level with several lever changes in most of the pieces, were transcribed from the original lute tablature. Verlene has also added introductions, interludes and endings that incorporate the melody and accompaniment on solo harp. Words to all verses are given so that the melodies can be sung by the harpist or another singer, or they can also be played on a melody instrument. The melodies fit well on flute, violin or recorder, but could also be played by a second fully levered harp. A companion CD is available with all songs played on lever harp and sung by Verlene. Songs include: Awake, Sweet Love; Behold A Wonder Here; Can She Excuse My Wrongs; Come Again; Fine Knacks for Ladies; Flow My Tears; If My Complaints; Now, O Now I Needs Must Part; Shall I Sue; Sleep, Wayward Thoughts; Time Stands Still; White as Lilies Was Her Face. 34 pages |
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This is a companion book to the Rendezvous with the Moon CD. It features 13 original songs by Verlene Schermer arranged for harp and voice. 5 of the songs are for cross-strung harp and can also be played on pedal harp. All the songs can also be played on piano or guitar. Songs are: Breakthrough, El Nino, Fertile Inner World, Laugh with the Universe, Make the Silence Answer, Maple Leaf, Metamorphosis, Potential, Rendezvous with the Moon, The River, Two-D Imagery, Watch Your Blues Fade Away, and Your Own Best Friend. 50 pages. |
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Verlene's popular song from the Peace CD is transcribed for harp or piano and voice. Guitar chords are also provided. The harp is advanced beginner/intermediate level and can be played on lever or pedal harp. It is in the key of G and there are no lever or pedal changes. The vocal is a blues style, and includes "blue notes" -- so the flats written in the melody should be sung somewhere between the flat and the natural. The arrangement is 4 pages, and the lead sheet is 2 pages. |
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The only vocal song from Verlene's Wishing You Well CD is transcribed for harp or piano and voice. Guitar chords are also provided. The harp is beginner/advanced beginner level and can be played on lever or pedal harp. It is in the key of G and there are no lever or pedal changes. This song is very easy to sing and play at the same time! The arrangement is 4 pages, and the lead sheet is 2 pages. |
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This book will give you tools to play along with singers and other instrumentalists without needing to read and memorize music! The concept is the same as for learning folk guitar -- they only need to learn some chords and a few strumming or fingerpicking patterns, and away they go! So, why should guitar players get all the fun? Here at last is an approach to playing folk harp that is truly a folk style of learning. Although all the songs used for examples and practice in this book are from American and Celtic folk music, you can apply this to modern popular music as well. The book includes how to figure out the keys and lever settings for songs, and what to do about chords that are not "within the key." It also includes a fingerpicking "library" with 80 patterns in four different time signatures. There are 20 fun folk songs with lyrics and chords, not a single note to read. The book comes with a companion CD of all 20 songs to rehearse along with. Verlene sings and plays her Celtic harp in a variety of styles to give you the sense of playing along with other musicians and singers. Then you can take these fingerpicking patterns, add your own if you like, and bring your harp to the next sing-along or jam session in your own community! The songs in the book include: The Water is Wide; Down the River; Go Down Moses; Mockingbird Song; Fair and Tender Ladies; Barbara Allen; Wade in the Water; America, the Beautiful; Streets of Laredo; Star of County Down; Scarborough Fair; Midnight Special; Oh Danny Boy; Amazing Grace; Wayfaring Stranger; Cockles and Mussels; Water Come a Me Eye; Cat Came Back; Old Joe Clark; and John Henry. 62 pages |
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This single volume contains all 20 transcriptions of what was played on the CD included with The Sing-Along Harper. The songs are transcribed for lever harp and voice (or any melody instrument). Chord names are also included. For those who would benefit from seeing the written notation and comparing that to what they hear on the CD, this can be a useful tool in learning how to make your own accompaniments using the fingerpicking patterns included in "The Sing-Along Harper." For those who are more comfortable with simply reading the notes, rather than learning how to play along with chords and patterns, this book has all you need! Complete songlist: The Water is Wide; Down the River; Go Down Moses; Mockingbird Song; Fair and Tender Ladies; Barbara Allen; Wade in the Water; America, the Beautiful; Streets of Laredo; and Star of County Down, Scarborough Fair, Midnight Special; Oh Danny Boy; Amazing Grace; Wayfaring Stranger; Cockles and Mussels; Water Come a Me Eye; Cat Came Back; Old Joe Clark; and John Henry. 81 pages. |
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A unique and very well arranged collection of music for voice and harp. We have played and sung all these pieces and they are compelling and so well written. Songs of love in the real world of many many years gone by. Traditional Celtic and folk, Elizabethan Shakespeare poetry, and Medieval. Songs are in the alto range. Harp parts are well edited and easy to read. Copious notes on the French pieces. 50 pages in length. Written for folk (lever) harp. There are a few lever changes, well placed and easily attained.
Ca’ the Yowes (Burns/Pagan) |
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The Harp Schlepper's Rag - dedicated to Thom Remington and harp schleppers everywhere! Janet has given Carolan's Concerto an American twist. Harp Solo, two parts and optional vocal part. Level: Elementary - Intermediate. |
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Modern music with an early twist, based on poems by different American poets. Carol Wood is a harpist, composer, and Professor Emerita of Medieval Literature at McNeese State University in Lake Charles, Louisiana, where she taught for almost thirty years. Her music is mystical, lyrical, modern and ancient all in one. This music can be used for performances or personal enjoyment. All music written for lever harp. Intermediate. 49 pages.
The World of Dreams, The Song of Wandering Aengus, Now Sleeps the Crimson Petal, Now Sleeps the Crimson Petal, The Night-Piece: To Julia, The Pleiads, Tonight, The Avenue
Suite: Poets, Flowers, and Time: To Daffodils, Ah! Sunflower, The Dandelion
The Song of Wandering Aengus To Daffodils The Dandelion |
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Carol Wood has created yet another super work for harp and voice, with several harp solos. From Carol: Mermaids and their kindred water spirits such as naiads, lorelei, and sirens are often musical creatures. They sing and even play harps or lyres in our myths, art, and poetry, like the nereids in Walter de la Mare’s "Sunk Lyonesse." A collection of harp music about mermaids, therefore, seemed like an attractive idea to me. I’ve used several "watery" musical devices, including parallel fourths, whole-tone glisses, and arpeggios built on diminished and half-diminished sevenths, to suggest the element in which mermaids live and play and sing. The "Little Blue Barcarolle" is somewhat different from the typical barcarolle, the rhythm of which is usually meant to suggest the gentle roll of a small boat. Here, the rhythm and the blues mode suggest, I hope, that mermaids are playfully rocking the boat. "Iona’s Mermaid" is based on the medieval story of a mermaid who wanted to be baptized by the monks living on the holy island of Iona. Though the poor mermaid swam round and round the island, the pious monks refused to baptize her, presumably because they believed a mermaid had no soul. "From the Rocks" is the kind of song that mermaids might sing to lure sailors onto the rocks that will destroy their ships. "The Forsaken Merman", by the Victorian poet Matthew Arnold, is a touching poem about a despondent merman and his children, left alone by the human woman who returns to her life on land. The Victorians were particularly fascinated by mermaids. Many painters of the period depicted them, including the late Pre-Raphaelite, J. W. Waterhouse. His painting "A Mermaid," is reproduced on the cover of this collection, by kind permission of the Royal Academy of Art (London). |
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This collection is a wealth of information. Included are many notes on Anglo-Saxons, pronunciations & translations, their poetry, and notes for each of the songs. The tunes are broken up into categories, and are a wonderful example of historical harp music. The feel of the music is sparse, yet very powerful, and would be excellent when used as performance pieces, or simply for your own enjoyment. Intermediate lever harp, 83 pages. |
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Making a complete shift from her Chaucer Notebook (Mel Bay), Carol has written A Gathering of Friends, newly composed originals in honor of several of her friends. She is truly gifted with her ability to write music that seamlessly spans hundreds of years. The styles range from tango to Gregorian chant-like. Her short account of each original piece in this book can be found after each title in the table of contents, which give true meaning to the tune and make them more meaningful to play. The titles are: Cyanoblue Waltz - for John Metoyer; The Magician’s Birthday - for Ken Turner; Wise Woman Tango - for Linda Kleinschmidt; Walker in Two Worlds - for Manny Diaz; Miss Dondis and Miss Kelley; Processional - for Mary and Morri; Creole Girl Rag - for Pam Breaux; Planxty Neil Connelly; Equinox Lullaby - Dorian Vocalise for Tina; Quintessence - for Charles Coley; Romance for Flute and Harp - for John. 42 pgs. |
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This book was formerly published by Mel Bay and has been out of print for some time. We are happy to be able to bring you this wonderful and comprehensive book! It is over 120 pages containing information on Chaucer in reference to the harp, with researched text and poetry. Anyone needing information or reference guides for a presentation on Chaucer and the Harp in the Fourteenth Century will find it here! The songs are Angelus ad Virginem, Alma Redemptoris Mater, Sanctus, Gloria, Edi Be Thu, Roundel of the Birds, Ne Qu’on Porroit, Gais et Jolis, Ton y Brenhin, Symlen Ben-bys, Maid in the Moor, I Am of Irlaunde, My Lief is Faren in Londe, I Have a Gentil Cock, The Pear Tree, King Orfeo, Glenkinde, The Marriage of Sir Gawain. Most of the songs are presented with several versions, and all have notes. |
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X.J. Kennedy cycle of poems, "The Beasts of Bethlehem," set to original music by Carol Wood. These simple poems, regarding the presence of animals at the Nativity, remind us of the unity of Creation and sacredness of Nature. Most of the songs are one or two pages in length. The music, written for alto voice, is soothing and evocative at the same time. The harp parts are easy to intermediate, requiring a full range lever harp with levers on F, C, G, D, and A. The accompaniments beautifully underlie and support both the melody and the words. A performance of this work would be a unique way to celebrate the holy days of December. Titles are: Prelude, Cow, Horse, Owl, Beetle, Hen, Hawk, Snail, Camel, Mouse, Cat, Hummingbird, Worm, Sheep, Animals' Lullaby, Bat, Mosquito, Ox, Ant, Goat and Donkey. 42 pgs. |
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The theme from Walt Disney’s animated movie Beauty and the Beast has become one of the most popular songs of the 90's. Sylvia Woods has created several arrangements of this beautiful piece in one book: a simple harp solo; advanced harp solo; harp duet; and harp with flute or voice. To accommodate harps as well as vocalists with various ranges, this book includes each of the arrangements in the key of C and also the key of G. The advanced arrangements have two lever or pedal changes. Fingerings and lyrics are included. 32 pages. |
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Sylvia Woods has arranged 12 of John Denver’s beautiful love songs for advanced beginner and intermediate harp players. His music sounds wonderful on the harp, and is fun to play. There is only one sharping lever change in the entire book. Even if you don’t think you’re a John Denver fan, we’re sure you’ll love these lyrical arrangements. Songs are in the key of C or 1 or 2 sharps. Lyrics and chord symbols are included. 48 pages, spiral-bound. Includes: Annie's Song, Dreamland Express, Fly Away (2 versions), Follow Me, For Baby (For Bobbie), For You, Goodbye Again, I'm Sorry, Leaving on a Jet Plane, My Sweet Lady, Perhaps Love, Sunshine on My Shoulders. |
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This fun book by Sylvia Woods spans 60 years of beloved Disney songs from movies, TV shows, and theme parks. The songs are fingered, can be played on either pedal or lever harp, and have both lever and pedal changes marked in the music. Some of the songs are very easy to play, while others are more difficult. You're sure to find a great number of songs at your playing level. The lyrics are written between the staves of each song, so you can merrily sing along. 172 pages with Disney illustrations, spiral bound. Includes songs from Aladdin, Alice in Wonderland, The Aristocats, Babes in Toyland, Bambi, Beauty and the Beast, Bedknobs and Broomsticks, Cinderella, Darby O'Gill and the Little People, Davy Crockett, DuckTales, Dumbo, It's A Small World, The Jungle Book, Lady and the Tramp, The Little Mermaid, Mary Poppins, Mickey Mouse Club, The Parent Trap, Pete's Dragon, Peter Pan, Pinocchio, The Reluctant Dragon, The Rescuers, Robin Hood, Snow White, Song of the South, Tale Spin, Three Little Pigs, The Three Lives of Thomasina, Westward Ho the Wagons, Winnie The Pooh and the Honey Tree, Zorro, 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, and songs from Disneyland theme parks. |
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Feelin’ groovy? Sylvia Woods’ spiffy collection of 40 songs from the 1960s will inspire you to put on your embroidered bell-bottoms and wear some flowers in your hair. Some of the pieces can be played by beginning harp players, but most are at advanced beginner to intermediate levels. Fingerings, lyrics and chord symbols are included. Pieces are in C or sharp keys, and can be played on either lever or pedal harp. About half of the songs do not have any lever changes within the pieces. 96 pages, spiral-bound.
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Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring by Johann Sebastian Bach. Arranged for harp solo, harp duet, and harp, flute and voice by Sylvia Woods. |
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46 of the most popular songs by John Lennon and Paul McCartney have been arranged for the harp by Sylvia Woods. All of these Beatles songs can be played on both lever harp and pedal harp. When necessary, there are separate arrangements for lever harp players who tune their harps to 3 flats, as well as lever harps tuned to the key of C. A few songs have separate pedal harp arrangements. For intermediate to advanced harp players. Some of the pieces are quite easy, and others have extensive sharping lever/ pedal changes. Lyrics and chord symbols are included. 144 pages, spiral-bound. Includes: |
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Wondrous Love is a modal hymn from the shape note (also called Sacred Harp) singing popular in churches of Colonial New England. Sylvia's arrangement includes three variations, and is for advanced beginners and intermediate harp players. 3 pages, with fingerings and no lever changes in a C tuning.
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