De Zingende Snaar Harpen

Parish Alvars spent the winter of 1843-1844 in Naples, and his impressions of the ambience and the typical sights and sounds of that vibrant Mediterranean city are reflected in the series of three pieces he composed there. The Serenade (op.83) and the brilliant Grand Study in imitation of the Mandoline (op.84) are well known whilst the genuinely amusing Souvenir of Naples – Il Papagallo (op.85) with its witty characterisation of a pet Napolitan parrot is virtually unknown.

All three pieces were originally published in Italy, but the present engraving of this delightfully ‘different’ music is based on the nineteenth century London edition made by John Thomas, Harpist to Queen Victoria. It was completely re-set in 2007.

This special limited edition of Telyn Llanofer was made to celebrate the launch, on 12 October 2003, of Cymdeithas Arglwyddes Llanofer / The Lady Llanover Society.

The rare Llanover triple harp featured on the cover, and on which some of the music in this collection may have been played, was made on the estate by one of Lady Llanover's harp makers. Pictured playing it is Lady Llanover's great-great-great-great grand-daughter, who is wearing an authentic costume, actually made for her ancestor, and worn by her in the late 1880s.

1. Gwenynen Gwent ...............John Parry, arr. Ann Griffiths
2. Llanover .............................John Parry, arr. Ann Griffiths
3. Rhif Wyth ...........................SB Gruffydd Richards, arr. Ann Griffiths
4. Ril Llanover ........................Trad. arr. Ann Griffiths

"The original publication is very rare, and it is wonderful to be able to find these virtually unknown pieces published for the first time in Alaw’s new collection. In so doing, Alaw has been able to place a veritable golden treasury of traditional Welsh harp music in the hands of the young harpists of today." 
Ann Griffiths 

Composed by John Parry, these twelve variations are ideal for performance, background music and functions or for study and reference. 

Arranger: Meinir Heulyn, Edited by: Meinir Heulyn

Titles:
Y Gadlys (Of Noble Race Was Shenkin), Syr Harri Ddu (Black Sir Harry), Breuddwyd y Frenhines (The Queen's Dream), Nôs Calan (New Year's Eve), Dynwared yr Eos (Mock Nightingale), Megan a Gollodd ei Gardas (Megan, who Lost her Girdle), Morfa Rhuddlan (Rhydlan Marsh), Meillionen (Sir Watkin's Delight), Toriad y Dydd (The Break of Day), Sweet Richard, Glân Meddwdod Mwy (Good Humoured and Merry), Calenig (New Year's Gift)

The composer John Orlando Parry was the son of John Parry (Bardd Alaw) (1776-1851). Born in London in 1810, he studied the pedal harp with the famous N C Bochsa. He also became well known as a singer, delighting his audiences with his light-hearted musical impersonations. Like his father before him he was always welcome at Llanover, where he was a great favourite. He composed several song parts for the Llanover Choir, and he composed this harp tune when he was staying at Llanover in late summer 1865. He died in 1879.

Twelve traditional pieces for lever or pedal harp. Hornpipes, jigs, and airs arranged in a very harpistic and playable style with ornaments, chords, and harmonics. Intermediate level. The music is in either the key of G, Bb, or D, and there are some accidentals requiring a lever change. Tunes are: Billy Malley's Schottisch, The Blackthorn Stick Jig, Joe Cooley's Jig, O'Keefe's Slide #2, Kathleen O'Hehir Slide, Miss Pamela, Lads of Laoish, Skiver the Quilt, Stack of Wheat, Queen of the Fair, She's Like a Swallow, and Were You At the Fair. 20 pgs.

This book is a collection of arrangements used primarily for teaching adult students. They are intermediate in difficulty, and the repertoire is compelling. Most of the tunes are either in the key of C or G, and there are few lever charges. Titles are: Ballydesmond Polka #2, Blackbird, Butterfly, Cuckoo's Nest, Flowers of Edinburgh, Katie's Rambles, Lanagan's Ball, Lark in the Morning, Leitrim Fancy, Maggie in the Woods, Mist on the Mountain, Nancy McDermott, O'Farrell's Welcome to Limerick, Sally Gardens Reel, Sally in the Garden, Swallowtail Jig, Out on the Ocean, and Ship in Full Sail. 19 pgs.

Here is an inspiring collection of original works for harp by a young harp student named Claire Pershan. Her music is inspired by the stories of Arthurian legend read to her as a very young child by her mother. The music is out of the ordinary, and fun to play. The compositions are not difficult, but they do have changing meter and many passages that are very good for learning specific technical aspects of playing the harp. Dynamics are well marked. All of the music Claire wrote for this collection can be performed on a full range lever harp. Guinevere is in A minor, and uses mostly 2 and 3-note finger placings. It is 2 pages in length and without lever changes. Tingagel is in D minor, 3 pages in length. There are 2, 3, and 4-note finger placings. Also, there is a 7/8 rhythm change, and some notes quite high, requiring learning some of those notes way above the treble staff. This piece also teaches phrasing. King Arthur is 4 pages in length, and in the key of D Dorian. Meter markings are 2/2, 3/4 and 4/4. Although not difficult, in one section there are LH harmonics as the underlying harmony to RH triplets. Wicked Day is in C minor, 6/8 time. Contains parallel 5ths, 3, and 4-note placing patterns. 2 pages in length. Ninian is in D Dorian ending on an A minor chord. 2 pages in length, mainly 3-note placing patterns. Its meter changes from ¾ to common time and bock to ¾ again. Ninian contains 1 and 2-measure phrases shared by both hands. Morgane, the Witch is marked with 3 flats, but C and F sharps are on permanently. It consists mainly of parallel 4ths. There are a few lever changes in this one. The final selection in this book is Sparrow Hawk. It is 2 pages in length and in the key of G Dorian with 3 flats. The meter changes several times, and there is one measure of 4/8. It's a great exercise in counting. The LH remains active with broken chords; the RH contains broken chords and also short lyrical phrases.

21 pages. Spiral bound.

This is book 2 by the young Claire Pershan, who has already won composition contests in her home state of Connecticut. Although only age 14, her music is well thought out and nicely organized. This, her second book, contains thoughtful melodies which show a sense of maturity. The music is sometimes modal sounding, and always expressive. Intermediate level, the left hand and right hand share the stage, and many times the left hand carries the melody or an important rhythmic portion of the music. Titles are: Nature’s Hymn, Night Crossing, Arabian Sunrise, In Silva, Flight of the Firebird, Le Souvenir, Homeward, and Travel’s End. Please click on the examples below to see actual samples of each tune. Enjoy!

Truly international collection arranged for the lever harp by the well-known British composer.

The blackbird - Wales, Mowing the barley - England, The keys of Canterbury - England, So far from my country - Ireland, Carrion crow - England, Ballad of Jesus Christ - France, The bells of Aberdovey- Wales, Robin Adair- Scotland, Herefordshire Carol - England, The hobby horse - Germany, Jenny pluck pears - England, Russian vesper- Russia, The gentle dove - Wales, Greensleeves - England Faithful Johnny - Scotland, Do, do, l’enfant do - France, Bonny sweet Robin - England, Cossack lullaby- Russia, The billy goat- Russia, The Volga boatmen - Russia

Sonatina is an easy level dance tune by the well-known British composer. The second piece in this book is a Russian Vesper Hymn with five variations. 

Thomas Pitfield was one of the last survivors of a generation of English composers who came to prominence after World War Two and revitalized English music following the deaths of Elgar, Holst and Delius. 

Titles are: Hornpipe - 'Abdelazer' by Purcell, Passacaille - Suite no. 7 in G minor by G F Handel, Adagio - 'Trumpet Overture' by Croft, Chaconne by Jeremiah Clarke, Sonatina by G. F. Handel, Carillon by Handel and Allegro - Suite no. 8 in G major by G F Handel

Here is a beautiful 4-page Romance for pedal harp. It is of upper intermediate difficulty, and begins in the key of Cb. Toward the end of page one there is a key change to Ab major. This expressive and lilting piece is in 2/4, then 6/8 and ends in 4/4. There are triplets and groups of 6 throughout in both the LH and RH. This piece was written in 1994 by Julien Quirin, a resident of France, who has composed music for a cappella chorus, violin and cello ,and orchestra.

Traditional Celtic melodies arranged for intermediate lever harp, with additional bowed psaltery, fiddle, and harp parts. These pieces make spectacular ensemble performance material, and all are featured on the "Banish Misfortune" CD by Harper's Din. Titles are: Si bheag Si mhor, Simple Gifts/I Danced in the Morning, Polish Lullaby/Anton Tomten's Waltz, The Butterfly, Banish Misfortune/Cliffs of Moher (harp duet), Coilsfield House (harp duet), Ave Venerabilis Maria, Jock O'Hazeldeen (harp duet), How Can I Keep From Singing, Fanny Poer, Guilderay/Castle Kelly (harp duet), Como Poden/My Lady Carrye's Dompe (harp duet), and Greensleeves. 59 pgs.

A collection of traditional songs for lever harp solo and ensemble. Rhythms are interesting and innovative. Songs are in the keys of Em, G, D, C, and Eb. Lyrics are included for Believe Me If All Those Endearing Young Charms and The Foggy Dew. Intermediate level with some left hand crossover chords. Guitar chords and separate parts for melody line instruments included. Titles are: Clergy's Lamentation (two versions - duet), The Foggy Dew (duet), Carolan's Draught, Off to California, Merrily Kiss the Quaker, Believe Me If All Those Endearing Charms, Hewlett, Gentle Maiden, Glenlivet, My Love is Like a Red Red Rose, Petronella, Chanter (duet), Childgrove, Lauda (duet), Rights of Man (duet), Fanny Poer (duet), Tandem (Tam Lyn), The Cuckoo's Nest (Nyth Y Gwcw), Arran Boat Song (duet), George Brabazon. 44 pgs.

This book is for harp students interested in basic Latin American rhythms, generally interpreted with this instrument. There are easy songs accompanied with a CD for a better interpretation. The CD is an expressed interpretation with chords not found in the score but can be used for a better interpretative comprehension. Intermediate Level. 40 pgs.

Titles:

Dulcinea Durmiendo, Cuarteando, Maraqueando, Tu dulzura, Recordando al hornerito, Milonga pá Comenzar, Eliana Maylén, Haciendo chipa con Jazmín, Volar, Cajita de música, Acá no bailamos milonga, Por ver tu sonrisa, Medias de conejo, Carnavaleando

 Maraqueando

 Volar

 Carnavaleando

These beloved melodies have been arranged in progressive key order so that the book can be played as a continuous set of background music at a gig. However, individual tunes may be selected as separate musical renditions and selections omitted as desired. These arrangements strive to capture the "flavor" of the original source works and yet retain a strong melodic component. The selections are derived from orchestral, opera, operetta and art song compositions. Attempting to transfer them to the harp is a challenge due to the unique characteristics of the instrument. Some liberties had to be taken in order to avoid unusual key modulations or chromaticism of the original works. In some instances, a separate pedal and lever harp arrangement are provided for a more satisfactory performance.

Titles: Porgi, Amor - Mozart, Jupiter Theme - Holst, Musetta's Waltz - Puccini, Egyptian March, La Donna è Mobile and Va Pensiero by Verdi, Waltz & Cradle Song - Brahms, On Wings of Song - Mendelssohn, Surprise Symphony Theme - Haydn, Moderato Cantabile - Chopin, Song to the Moon - Dvořák, Minuetto - Mozart, The Swan - St Saëns (pedal/lever), O Mio Babbino Caro - Puccini, Polovtsian Dance Theme - Borodin, Barcarolle - Offenbach, Meditation - Massenet (pedal/lever), Largo - Dvořák, The Merry Widow Waltz - Lehar. 57 pages.

This Restaurant Book collection by Dragonflower Music is intended for the intermediate lever and/or pedal harpist. These beloved melodies have been arranged in progressive key order so that the book can be played as a continuous set of background music at a gig. The selections are derived from orchestral, opera, keyboard and art song compositions. Attempting to transfer them to the harp is a supreme challenge due to the unique characteristics of the instrument. Some liberties had to be taken in order to avoid unusual key modulations or chromaticism of the original works.

The arrangements contained in this collection were composed on a 34-string lever harp; therefore, they require a minimum total range of 4 and 2/3 octaves (C-A) in order to play everything as written, though most of the pieces actually require less range.

Grand March from "Norma" - Bellini, Gavotte - F. J. Haydn,  Doretta's Song from "La Rondine" - G. Puccini, Che farò senza Euridice? - C.W. Gluck, Allegretto - F. J. Haydn, Emperor Waltz Themes, Op. 437 - J. Strauss II, O Sole Mio - E. DiCapua, Laughing Song from "Die Fledermaus" - J. Strauss II, Papageno's Aria from "Magic Flute" - W.A. Mozart, Première Gymnopédie - E. Satie, Nessun Dorma from "Turandot" - G. Puccini, Spring Dance - E. Grieg,  Waltz from "Coppelia" - L. Delibes, March of the Priests from "Magic Flute" - W.A. Mozart, Traümerei - R. Schumann, La Ci Darem La Mano from "Don Giovanni"- W.A. Mozart, Morning from "Peer Gynt" - E. Grieg, Cradle Song - F. Schubert, Moonlight Sonata Theme- L.V. Beethoven, Valse Brillante Themes - F. Chopin.

 Sample

A processional suite of six variations based on the 1694 Ode by Henry Purcell. Suitable for both lever & pedal harp, with only two G# lever changes. A lovely addition to any collection! Advanced intermediate level.

A wonderful collection of music, containing elegant arrangements of melodies suitable for the Christmas season, and arranged in key order so that the entire collection can be played as a continuous suite, if desired. Lever and pedal changes are well-planned and well-marked. Keys of F, C, G, and D major (or relative minors). Written in a nice harpistic style, and are very enjoyable to play. Pastoral Symphony (both a pedal harp and lever harp version), Carol of the Bells, Silent Night, Coventry Carol, Bring A Torch, While By My Sheep. Dancing Day, Infant Holy, Still Still Still, Gesu Bambino (both a pedal harp and lever harp version)

Another book of elegant arrangements of Christmas music for lever or pedal harp. As in the first volume, the arrangements are in key order so that the entire collection can be played as a continuous suite, if desired. Lever and pedal changes are well-planned and well-marked. Keys of F, C, G, and D major (or relative minors). What Shall I Give - What Is This Fragrance?, The Sussex Carol - I Saw Three Ships, Away in A Manger, Noel Nouvelet - Pat a Pan, The Huron Carol - I Wonder As I Wander, Christ Child's Lullaby, Personent Hodie, Oxen and Sheep - Let All Mortal Flesh, Angels and Shepherds - Polish Lullaby, In the Bleak Midwinter - Baloo Lammy

This timeless piano classic has been put into a wonderful arrangement for two pedal harps, two lever harps, pedal harp solo and lever harp solo, as well as a full "generic" duet score for reference purposes only. On the lever harp parts, a few of the chromatic passages have been modified in order to minimize excessive lever movements. However, by sharing of lever changes, most of the customary harmonies have been retained. Lots of play back and forth between players, lots of fun! A sure hit for any harpist's repertoire! 29 pages

Twenty-three of the most requested pieces for weddings and other church festivals suitable for intermediate to early advanced 4½ octave lever or pedal harp. Keys of F, C, G, D, A with various lever changes. For pedal and lever harp. 65 pages. Air on the G String - J.S. Bach, Arioso - J.S. Bach, Boyce Canon, Bridal Chorus - Wagner, Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring - Bach, Largo - Handel, Ode to Joy - Beethoven, Pachelbel Canon, Panis Angelicus - Franck, The Peace - Handel, Pictures at an Exhibition - Mussorgsky, Prelude in C - J.S. Bach, Psalm XIX - Marcello, The Rejoicing - Handel, Rigaudon - Campra,.Rondeau - J.J. Mouret, Trumpet Tune - Purcell, Trumpet Voluntary - Clarke, Water Music Aire - Handel, Water Music Allegro - Handel, Water Music Minuet - Handel, Wedding March - Mendelssohn, Where're You Walk - Handel AI

A collection of 15 Welsh folk airs freely harmonized and arranged for lever or pedal harp with lever and pedal markings indicated. Four-octave range using only the keys of C and G with minimal lever changes, suggested fingerings and guitar chords. Melodies used in this publication date back at least 100 years, and were taken from old collections of Welsh melodies and harp aires. They have been placed in an order that presents varied tempo, tonality, and meter so that they can be played as a continuous "suite" of Welsh melodies without re-tuning. These are eminently playable. Intermediate level.

A wonderful & inventive 4-page contemporary piece written for full range lever or pedal harp. This is a modern style piece based on a whole tone scale with lots of very cool special effects, some of which you don't see very often, so there is a full explanation of the symbols & their effects inside the front cover. For one or more harps.

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.

For two harps (pedal or lever), fifteen elegant, stately melodies from the Renaissance and early Baroque periods. Adapted from popular dance tunes, keyboard works and lute songs of the 16th and early 17th centuries. Freely harmonized, they capture the flavor of the period. The "primo" harp part can stand alone as a solo arrangement, while the "secondo" harp part is designed to enhance and fill out the first part. Composers are Gervaise, Dowland, Praetorius, Morley, Arbeau, Caroubel, and the ever popular "Anonymous". INTERMEDIATE LEVER OR PEDAL

Named after a blue parakeet, this piece is a soft, gentle waltz in the key of C. Suitable for lever or pedal harp. Lowest note is A an octave and three notes below middle C. Intermediate level, with no accidentals. 3 pgs.

A very clever medley: Clair de Lune, In the Evening by the Moonlight, Blue Moon, Moonlight Sonata, and Moon River. Playable on lever or pedal harp, intermediate to upper intermediate level, with a significant number of lever and pedal changes. The first two tunes are in the key of G, the rest of the piece is in C. A cello part is also included, so the medley can be played as a harp solo or a harp/cello duo. An enjoyable piece for audiences of all ages. 14 pgs.

Simple solos for the beginning harp player, inspired by familiar tunes from the classics and otherwise. Contains harmonics, dotted rhythm, clef changes, glisses, 2&3-note chords, LH melody, etc. These are cute tunes, well written and easy to read. Students of all ages should enjoy these selections. Provide excellent teaching material. Titles are: Loonlight (Claire de Lune), The Crone's Crone (Humperdinck's- Hansel and Gretel), Eine Kleine Ninth Musik (Beethoven's 9th), Goodness Grace (Amazing Grace), Chopped Sticks (Chopsticks), What Sleeves is This (Greensleeves), A New-Fangled Manner (The Star Spangled Banner), Furry Elise (Für Elise), Row Row Row your Barge (Handel's Water Music), The Spider's Ballet (Merry Widow). 21 pgs.

More amusing pieces from familiar sources. For lever or pedal harp, these pieces are advanced beginner to intermediate level. In the keys of C, G, F, with minimal accidentals. Excellent teaching material that students of all ages will enjoy. Titles are: Tricolor Waltz (French National anthem, La Marseillaise), Doo-Dah (Stephen Foster, Camptown Races), By Yon Yangtze (Scottish By Yon Bonnie Banks), Kid Stuff - includes snippets from eleven children's songs, all in 2 pages!), Mr. And Mrs. Smith (Anvil Chorus), Bizarre Bizet (Carmen Toreador March), Ha Ha Very Funny (Dvorak's Humoresque), Ridin' with Rigoletto, Troublesome Blues (Nobody Knows De Trouble I've Seen), Donna Lucia (from La Donne E Mobile and Santa Lucia). 21 pgs.

Intermediate level, in the key of C with one accidental on C. There is a meter change from the original 3/4 to 4/4 and then back to 3/4. The lowest note is G an octave and a half below middle C, except for the very last note, low C. Plum Brandy has a hint of jazzy rhythm with some soft syncopation. 4 pgs.

A foot-stomping old-timey jazz tune. Key of F with pre-set levers using A, G and E. Written for Tina Tourin, who performed it at the 1994 Folk Harp Conference in Vermont. Intermediate to upper intermediate difficulty. 3 pgs.

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.

Sixteen original pieces for lever harp, in varying styles: waltz, tango, jazz, variation, Irish, etc. Advanced beginner to advanced intermediate. Appropriate for both C and Eb tunings. All of the pieces are excellent teaching material, and the upper intermediate selections can be used as background music or in recitals. If you or your students are tired of redundant material, this book is for you. Titles are: Dos Gatos, 18 Seconds, The Bugle Blues, Funky Fred, Old Farm Road, Goin' Fer a Lope, Emerald Dream, Rainy Day Waltz, The Crystal Cave, To Find a Gift, Mounting Monadnock, Tanglow, Lullu-by-Brahms, Kaleidoscope, Serendipity's Song, and A Car-Gone Conclusion. 57 pgs.

Lower intermediate level arrangements, for lever or pedal harp. Music is in the keys of C, G, D, and F. Tunes are: Beauty In Tears, The Belfast Hornpipe, Bunclody, The Butterfly, Danny Boy, Don Oiche Ud Im Beithil, Down By The Sallie Gardens, The Emigrant's, Farewell, The Gentle Swan, Joy Be With You, Knocknagow Jig, Les Poules Hupees, Polka, Rattlin'Bog Polka, Oft In The Stilly Night, The Rolling Waves, and Women Of Ireland. 21 pgs.

Lower intermediate level arrangements, for lever or pedal harp. Music is in the keys of C, G, D, and A. Tunes are: Furuboms, Jamptlands Expressen, Jensukkudansen, Konstan Parempi Valssi, Kumlapolsken Fran Narke Olles Hambo, Schottis Fran Boda, Schottis Efter Bol Olles, Vals Efter Roligs Per Leksand, and Vals Efter Gas Anders. 15 pgs. [91025] $8.00 Click on title for a sample page.

Lower intermediate level arrangements, for lever or pedal harp. Music is in the keys of C, G, D, and A. Tunes are: Adew Dundee, Banjo Breakdown, The Banks of the Lossie, Beinn A'Cheathaich, Calum A'Ghlinne, The De'il's In The Kitchen, Eilean A'Cheo, The Celtic Society Quickstep, Highland Boat Song, I Love My Love For Love Again, Jack Broke the Prison Door, Pibroch Donald Dhu, Miss Stewart Of Grantully, and Whistle O'er The Lave O't. 25 pgs

Here is a really wonderful book of Laurie Riley’s fabulous compositions, expertly transcribed by Lorna Govier. The notation is clear, large, and oh so easy-to-read! These compositions are edited with every nuance and detail of Laurie’s performances, exactly as they are heard on her CDs. The book is ninety plus pages, as some of the pieces are five and six pages in length. The last few pages consist of notes on the tunes. Now, for the first time, you can enjoy playing Laurie’s delightful musical creations! Night Sky, La Tierra Roja, Tune it or Die, both a solo version and duet version, Ande’s Heart, Judy, Sedona Light, The Lark and the Nightingale, Farewell Mendocino, Las Luminarias de Sedona, Planxty Duncan (2 versions: int. and adv.), Metamorphosis, The Jewel, Sedona Sunrise, Saguaro (solo and duet versions).

Two original pieces for lever harp. The Jewel is a lilting meditative piece in the key of B minor, with no accidentals. The left hand carries the same rhythmic motif throughout, while the right hand is comprised of single notes, and two- and three-note chords. Lowest note is B one octave below middle C. Metamorphosis has a subtle energy and a jazzy feel. Upper intermediate level, it makes a great performance piece, but would also work well as background music. It will capture the attention of your audience with its subtle intensity and dynamics. Key of A minor with no accidentals. Lowest note is F one octave and a half below middle C. 6 pgs.

Vivacious and entertaining, we present eight pieces arranged and edited by Ailie Robertson, the creative, lively and well-known Scottish harpist. Altogether, twelve popular and significant melodies.

Intermediate to advanced level.

Titles:

Bràighe Loch Iall (Braigh Loch Iall)
Pòs Mi sa Mhionaid (Marry Me Now) 
Srath-spè agus Ruidhlichean (Strathspey and Reels) 
Taigh Coilsfield (Coilsfield House)
Tha an Diabhal air falbh leis a’ Ghàidsear (The Deil's Awa Wi' th' Exciseman)
Trì Puirt-cruinn Traidiseanta (Three Traditional Jigs) 
Trì Ruidhlichean Albannach (Three Scottish Reels) 

This 52-page, spiral bound book features 14 selections from Kim Robertson's recording "Searching for Lambs" (Gourd Music), arranged for solo harp. It contains well-known hymns (Be Thou My Vision, Poor Wayfaring Stranger, All Things Bright & Beautiful), several traditional Celtic melodies (Grenadier & the Lady, My Love is Like a Red, Red Rose, etc), and an exotic composition by Kim (Maya's Return), featuring innovative sound effects. The arrangements are intermediate to advanced level, in keys of one to three sharps, with just a few accidentals/lever changes. Suitable for 34-string lever harp (to low C) or pedal harp, these are full-length transcriptions from the recording, complete with introductions and interludes. These easy-to-read, diverse arrangements will be useful for the professional harpist playing weddings and background music. The cover art on the book is a beautiful water color by Deb Knodel of two precious lambs munching on grass. It's a very peaceful picture. 

52 pages. Spiral bound.

For her latest solo harp recording Kim has selected pieces mainly from the rich repertoire of Irish and Scottish airs and songs. Kim interprets both classic melodies—"If I Were A Blackbird, Loch Lomond", and "The Selkie"—and some lesser-known gems such as: "Sleep Soond I’da Moarnin", "Ghosts of Gight", and "Dark Woman of the Mountains". The recording also features Kim’s arrangement of a section of Gustav Holst’s "The Music of Jupiter" from his inspired work "The Planets".
Additional selections include two compositions by Robert Burns, "Ae Fond Kiss" and "Jamie, Come Try Me", and Robert Tannahill’s "Are You Sleeping, Maggie?".
As on her previous recordings Kim combines superb artistry with a passionate sense of tradition, bringing a contemporary touch to a centuries-old instrument.
The pieces are written from one flat to two sharps for intermediate to advanced level.
40 pages.

Kim recorded this arrangement on her "Highland Heart" CD. Jupiter is from Holst's suite, "The Planets." It is also known as "I Vow to Thee, My Country".
3 pages.

The arrangements in this book include the complete tracks from Kim's recording "Christmas Lullaby " (GOURD). Complete songlist: Away in a Manger/Flow Gently Sweet Afton; The Babe of Bethlehem; Christ Child’s Lullaby; The First Noel; Gabhaim Molta Bride; Gabriel’s Message; The Holly and the Ivy; In the Bleak Midwinter; Lo, How a Rose E’er Blooming; Of the Father’s Love Begotten; Polish Lullaby/Cold is the Morning; Scottish Lullaby; Silent Night; The Snow Lay on the Ground; St. Basil’s Hymn; and Verbum Supernum Prodiens. 46 pages.

Mesmerizing to play, here is a solo for all harps in the key of F with constant time signature changes. It is not difficult but does require concentration. It's not the stressful kind of concentration, though. Playing this piece is almost like a meditation for the brain.

A precious and tender melody provided in 2 keys: F and Eb. It is very apparent that Meg has written this music specifically for the little baby Eliana. Every note has meaning. Intermediate and for all harps. There are moving eighth notes, rolled chords and one glissando. 

 Eliana

By Meg Robinson - here is a "solo-ette" - it can be played as a harp solo, and it also has a lovely flute part to play with a friend! In a lilting 6/8 meter and in the key of Eb, it is not difficult.  There are a few open 5ths, but not majorly large chords.  The RH keeps moving with eighths, dotted eighths followed by 16ths, and a few quarter notes. There are no accidentals. A very uplifting melody that will be useful all year round!  See the samples and also hear the mp3 file (real flute and harp, not electronic).

Although not a Christmas piece - this is uplifting and joyful and makes a nice Christmas selection, so I have put it in the Christmas category as well as the general category.

 Frolic

For all harps in the key of G, here is a relaxed 6/8 piece with an Irish flair. Lower intermediate, all harps.

A meaty solo for pedal harp with modified stride bass, pedal changes, syncopation, full chords and some moving 16th notes in the RH. Upper intermediate pedal harp solo - not for lever harp.

Meg's latest creation is a soothing melody that floats between major and minor. Because of its calming nature, it is presented in 2 keys: B minor and C minor. Each version is 2 pages in length without page turns. Intermediate level, well marked with some fingerings added. The LH is consistent with eighth note arpeggios or scale patterns, not difficult. The RH is a lyric melody, single note throughout except for an uplifting section of parallel 6ths.

3 pgs.

For lever or pedal harp, in the key of G with no accidentals. Mostly arpeggios, this is the type of music your audience will recognize as perfect for the harp. It is also a good teaching piece, and is sophisticated enough to be included in a professional harpist's repertoire. Includes some simple, easy-to-read finger positions. This elegant melody will flow from your harp strings like silk. The piece can be played on a 26-string harp. 

3 pgs.

Here is a beautiful and almost haunting piece by Meg.  This is one of her best yet.  4 pages, in the key of C minor, this melody kind of floats in and out in an ethereal manner.

A lovely and sweet melody, very soothing, lower intermediate level harp. In the key of Eb, 2 and ½ pages in length. The LH is sparse and contains mostly whole notes. The RH has some syncopation and is mostly eighth notes, some being tied to quarters or half notes. The lowest note is the Eb almost 2 octaves below middle C, but it is only played one time so this piece could easily be played on a 29 string harp with the lowest note being G.

3 pages.

This is a beautiful, relaxed almost pastorale 6/8 piece in the key of F. Flowing and calming, great to play or listen to. Lower intermediate level, can easily be played on a 23 or 26-string harp, sounds lovely on the larger harps, too.

4 pages.

This four-page tune really makes you feel like you’re sailing! In the key of G with some syncopation, this is a series of short melodic and rhythmic motifs. Lower intermediate level. The very last note is a low G, other than that the piece can be played on a 26-string harp with C below middle C as the lowest note.

A charming and lilting melody that you'll be humming as you go. Key of D and in ¾, starts in the upper register, middle section has LH rolled chords, and the end comes back to the upper register like the beginning. Fingerings and brackets marked. Lower intermediate and relaxing. Can be played on a 26-string harp with one easy alteration. 

3 pgs. 

A collection of easy yet beautiful solos for harp. Notes are easy to read and the lyric lines are really lovely. All the pieces are 3 - 5 pages in length, and will keep the interest of the adult beginner nicely. Advanced players will enjoy sight reading these as background music. Ballerina (in C), Dreaming (in F), Holding Court in Eb, Melancholy (in C), Promenade (in C), Stairsteps (in C), The Music Box (in F), and Scottish Twilight (in G). Plenty of fingerings and brackets for placing! Can be played on a 26-string harp with a few easy alterations. 

At the intermediate level, "Latin Lullaby" is a really sweet piece. In the key of Eb, the rhythm is syncopated. There are parallel 3rds, 6ths, and 2nd inversion chords. There are triplets and pdlt. Can be played on a 26-string harp with a few easy alterations. This delightful and catchy tune is 5 and ½ pages in length.

Here is a sweet and relaxing 5 page harp solo. It reminds me of Meg’s "Sailing on Strings" with its relaxed feel. There is a fair amount of syncopation throughout in both the LH and RH, requiring a good bit of coordination, although technically not a difficult piece. It is in the key of F, without accidentals. The lowest note is the F which is one and one half octaves below middle C. This piece has an airy, light and moving feel to it. Kind of like watching shooting stars!

Arranged for 26-string harp and in the key of E minor, this arrangement of the famous and greatly requested tune is like a theme and variations. It is well edited with some fingerings, brackets and dynamic markings. The theme is in ¾ time and is played through one time. The 5 variations that follow are in more of a driving 6/8 time. Depending on how fast you take this, it can easily fill up a nice segment of your set with something very pleasant and not too difficult. Easy, all harps.

Level: intermediate

11 Pieces in several styles of pop that can be played with CD accompaniment. For both Celtic and pedal harps. The CD is included with the book. The music is especially written for young harp students and is far from boring and dull, on the contrary, it makes studying a real challenge. Proof of the success is a reaction a harp teacher gave on it: "My pupils study until they get blisters on their fingers". Titles are: "Samba harp", "Irish Song", "Springtime", "Love Song", "Rhythmical Harp", "Romantic Harp", "Reggae Harp", "Dreaming", "Folk Song", "Happy Harp", "Melodic Dance". 23 pages.

The enthusiastic reactions after the release of "Harping Together" made Rosetty decide to write another volume with pieces of approximately the same level. This folio consists of 11 pieces, where the harp part has been kept relatively simple. However, in combination with the accompanying CD, it will inspire in a rhythmical sense and will make the student familiar with the various pop styles. Practice does not have to be dull!
The titles in this book are: "Walking Harp", "La Siësta", "Boogie Harp", "Spanish Nights", "Bossa Harp", "Slow-pop Harp", "Jazzy Harp", "Funky Harp", "Dreamland", "Easy Samba", "Highland Song".
23 pages, CD enclosed. 

Among the many enthusiastic reactions Rosetty received on "Harping Together" and "More Harping Together", there was the request for a simpler book so that the young harpist could be introduced to pop and jazz rhythms at an earlier stage. In this book the solo part has been kept relatively simple so that the player can focus on playing with the CD. This book too has been produced with lots of love, fun and inspiration. Practice doesn’t have to be dull!
The titles in this book are: "Colors", "Joking", "Just Awake", "Memory", "Dancing Puppet", "Sad Song", "Song for Rose", "Summernight", "In the Valley", "Easy Waltz".
23 pages, CD enclosed.

10 "groovy" pieces for the beginning harp player. Suitable for lever and pedal harp.

Titles in this book are: A Day Off, Bluesetty, Desire, Groovy, Mas o Menos, Morningdew, Samba Rosa, Sentiment, Sleepy, Swing Boat.
With a total of 24 pages, including a practice CD.

Two Pieces for Harp from Rosetty. This book has a Spanish character with Bolero 2007 and Rapsodia. The music is written for pedal harp.
13 pages.

Written in the key of G major, this is a simplified accompaniment using triplets as the basis instead of the original version of 3 groups of 4 16th notes. The harmonies remain the same. Sight-readable on pedal harp, pedal changes are included. For harp and flute, or violin. Perfect for the advanced harpist who doesn’t have the time to work up the original version!

Pastorale and Sonata both are fairly unknown compositions. The Sonata is mainly inspired on the "Jota", an intricate and challenging Spanish dance. Written for pedal harp. These pieces are very suitable for a performance.
Playing level: the Pastorale easy to medium grade, the Sonate is medium to difficult grade.

The "twist" is the jazzy approach in the arrangements of these tunes that are usually played with traditional chords and rhythms. The arrangements in this book are for lever harp, but can be played just as easily on piano. Most of the tunes can be played on a lever harp with only the F and C levers, but for one tune you will also need a G-sharp. Each arrangement begins more simply and less jazzy and then evolves into a more modern sound with jazzy chords, jazzy rhythms, or both. As one of Verlene's students put it, "these are not the chords your ancestors used!" Chord names are also given for guitar or any other chording instrument. Songs are: Greensleeves Swing, House of the Rising Sun, Mo Ghile Mear, Mockingbird Song, Morrison's Jig, Motherless Child, Oh Susannah, Si Bheag Si Mhor, Silent "Jazzy" Night, Suo-gan (Lullaby), Swing Low, Sweet Chariot, and The Water is Wide. 26 pages. 

This is the second book in a series of arrangements for lever harp. The "twist" is the jazzy approach in the arrangements of these tunes that we usually hear with traditional chords and rhythms. The arrangements in this book are for lever harp, but can be played just as easily on pedal harp or piano. Most of the tunes can be played on a lever harp with only F and C levers, but for one tune, you will also need a G# and for another, you’ll also need a G# and an A#. Each arrangement uses either jazzy chords or jazzy rhythms or both. Chords are also given for guitar or any other chording instrument. Songs: All the Pretty Little Horses, Amazing Grace, Jazzy Midnight Clear, Maids of Mourne Shore, Oh Shenandoah, The Parting Glass, The Riddle Song, Scarborough Fair, Scotch ‘n’ Soda Jig, Wayfaring Stranger. 27 pages.

This is the fifth book in the Tunes with a Twist series. The "twist" is the jazzy approach in the arrangements of tunes that are usually played with traditional chords and rhythms. The arrangements in this book are for harp, but can be played just as easily on piano. Pedal markings are given in this edition for the tunes that require pedal changes. Pedal changes are indicated below the bottom staff. All of the tunes can be played on a lever harp with only F and C levers. Each arrangement uses either jazzy chords or jazzy rhythms or both. Complete songlist: All Night, All Day; Black is the Color of my True Love's Hair; Carrickfergus; The Cat Came Back; Kelvin Grove; Scarborough Fair; Skye Boat Song; Sliebh na mBan; Swallowtail Jig; Wild Mountain Thyme. 26 pages

This is the fourth book in the Tunes with a Twist series. The "twist" is the jazzy approach in the arrangements of tunes that are usually played with traditional chords and rhythms. The arrangements in this book are for harp, but can be played just as easily on piano. Pedal markings are given in this edition for the tunes that require pedal changes. Pedal changes are indicated below the bottom staff, and lever changes are shown between the top and bottom staves. Most of the tunes can be played on a lever harp with only F and C levers, but for three pieces, you will also need a low Bb. If you do not have a lever on that string, you will need to tune your lowest B down to Bb (or A# on many tuners). Each arrangement uses either jazzy chords or jazzy rhythms or both. Complete songlist: Abide with Me; Be Still, My Soul; Be Thou My Vision; For the Beauty of the Earth; How Can I Keep From Singing; In the Garden; Joyful, Joyful; The Lord’s My Shepherd; Peace Like a River; This is My Father’s World; and What Wondrous Love. 25 pages

Nine original compositions for lever or pedal harp, written in the same gentle and meditative spirit as her other beautiful compositions. INTERMEDIATE LEVER OR PEDAL HARP.

Table of Contents:
Courage, Aubade - Morning Song, Serenade, Ayre, Piper's Tune, Animato, Waltz, Aspen Gold, and Interlude

Seven original songs: Special Gifts and Romance (3 sharps), Dialogue, Gigue and Reflections (1 sharp, my favorite -- really pretty), Aeolian Air (A Aeolian), and Meditation (4 sharps). INTERMEDIATE LEVER OR PEDAL

Table of Contents:
Special Gifts, Dialogue, Aeolian Air, Reflections, Gigue, Romance, Meditation.

The original compositions as they were recorded on the CD "Another World" 30 pgs.

Kolibri developed during an expressive dance workshop. The Kolibri symbolizes the speed and lightness of flying. Through repeatedly returning circular movements it can reach spheric heights and so find completeness within itself.

The theme of Deep Inside was there suddenly during an intensive practicing session. Monika carried this theme with her for a long time until one day she was able to very easily and effortlessly find the final version. Deep Inside moves between passion free, eternally and invariable (or Constant), emotionally excited and passionate elements. From this contrast develops a lively, thrilling dialogue.

Titles:

Kolibri (Hummingbird), Questions, Deep Inside, St. Thomas.

 Kolibri 

 St. Thomas

In calling this publication of some of my compositions from the past few years "Coming Home", I wish to address a profound aspect of my music which is of great importance for life and for humanity in general. "Coming Home" is a metaphor for an inner "coming home to oneself" and for "finding an inner peace within". One could also understand it as arriving at the primal source of being. Here it is where peace for the world and for humanity is born. Since my compositions come from deeply within myself and from a very intensitive "listening within" I hope to inspire you with these compositions, to make contact with your inner world and to give you warmth, shelter, hope and high spirits. Another aim of my music's complexity is to continually explore new and different technical and musical possibilities of the harp, as in "No one can stop me now".

Titles:

Coming Home, Afternoon voices, It's time to say goodbye, Scandinavia, My sister's song, No one can stop me now, Maho Bay, Travelling (On the Road), I feel good

 Coming Home

 It's time to say goodbye

An original composition by Monika Stadler from her CD "Everything will be all right". "Die Birke" (The Birch) is inspired by traditional tunes from Finland, with a classical harp cadenza. Advanced level. 

 Die Birke

Hamabe No Uta (Song of the Beach) is inspired by Japanese music. Intermediate level

 Hamabe No Uta

Fantasia For the Harp Op. 35 - Louis Spohr 

A major Harp composition. Spohr (1784-1859) wrote several solos for his wife Dorette and duos and double concertos for harp and violin, which they performed on their concert tours.

Edited by John Thomas. Revised by Ann Griffiths

6 pieces arranged for pedal harp that are taken from traditional and modern repertoire. All have a tender feel about them and were written with love and compassion. 

Dona Nobis Pacem - the choral composition by Audrey Snyder is a most marvelous and meditative work that is very enjoyable to play. 

Something about that Name - this is perhaps the only published harp arrangement of this famous piece by Bill and Gloria Gaither; more advanced, it contains pedal changes and harmonics. 

Amazing Grace is written in the key of F with a few pedal changes that are to be executed during right hand glissandos. 

Jesus Loves Medley (with Jesus Loves the Little Children) is written in the key of F with three pedal changes. It has an interesting section with enharmonics and parallel 4ths - you'll enjoy playing that part. 

Softly and Tenderly is written in the key of E flat and has three pedal changes and contains larger chords and arpeggios. 

Finally, Were you There? is written in the key of F as well and introduces the interesting technique of knocking on the board, symbolizing nails in the cross. Intermediate pedal harp.

A collection of 22 English dance tunes from the early Baroque period with guitar chords. Suitable for both pedal and lever harp. 

Titles are: "All in a Garden green", "A la mode de France", "Argiers (The Wedding Night)", "Aye me, or the Symphony", "Boatman", "Broom, the Bonny, Bonny Broom", "Chestnut or Dove's Figary", "Cuckolds all a row", "To Drive the cold Winter away", "Grimstock I", "Grimstock II", "Half Hannikin", "Heart's Ease", "Irish Trot", "Jenny Pluck Pears", "Lull me beyond thee", "Maiden Lane", "Mundesse", "Parson's Farewell", "Rufty Tufty", "The Slip", "Upon a Summer's Day".
22 pages.

17th and 18th century English country dances and waltzes with guitar chords. Written for intermediate harp and recorder or other melody line instrument. Many of the same chord figures are present in the bass. Each piece is presented in solo version and also duet form for accompaniment. Songs are: Auretti's Dutch Skipper, Drive the Cold Winter Away, Southwind, St. Margaret's Hill, Waterfall Waltz, Well Hall, St. Martin's Lane, Red House, Draper's Gardens, Valentine's Day, Irish Lamentations, Star of the County Down, and Goddesses. 44 pgs.

Another collection of fine historical music edited by Ellen Tepper.  This collection consists of 17th C Lute music by Nicolas Vallet.  The book has been designed to be played as a suite on either lever or pedal harp.  The music was composed early in the 1600's as dance music.  Little is known of the composer, except that he was French by birth, and lived in exile in Amsterdam as did many French protestants (Huguenots).  He taught lute and ran a dancing school.

All of these pieces are presented firstly as a suite for lever harp, and then again for pedal harp, so each title is in the collection twice.

Edits are beautiful with some fingerings, lever changes with diamond shape notes, and dynamics.  There are a significant amount of both lever changes and pedal changes.  Pedal changes are also marked.

Wonderful music to add to your repertoire.  Early music like this always adds a special ambiance to background music, and also to performance.

Titles in this lovely collection:

Prelude, Branle d'Irlande, Onder de Lindegröne, Mal Simmes Bal Anglois, Packingtons Pound, and Loath to Depart.  

A classical piece with four variations on a theme.

1 - The Tear. Inspired on a quotation by Byron.

"When friendship or love

Our sympathies move;

When truth in a glance, should appear,

The lips may beguile,

With a dimple or smile,

But the last of affection a tear"

5 pages.

2 - The Smile. Inspired on a quotation by Moore.

"When first that smile, like sunshine, blessed my sight,

Oh what a vision that came o'er me!

Long years of love, of calm and pure delight,

Seem'd in that smile to pass before me"

7 pages.

3 - The Parting.  Inspired on a quotation by Lalla Rookh.

"Motto: By the bliss to meet,

And the pain to part"

5 pages

4 -The Remembrance.  Inspired on a quotation by Goldsmith.

"Remembrance wakes, with all her busy train,

Swells at my breast and turns the past to pain"

5 pages.

A series of John Thomas' earliest publications. Inspired by the four seasons.

Summer is one of John Thomas' earliest published compositions, and is dedicated to his benefactress, the Countess of Lovelace. Ada, Countess of Lovelace, was the poet Byron's only daughter, and after the twelve-year old John Thomas' sensational success at the Abergavenny Eisteddfod in October 1838 she became his sponsor, and helped finance his pedal harp studies with John Balsir Chatterton at the royal Academy of Music.

A series of John Thomas' earliest publications. Inspired by the four seasons.

A series of John Thomas' earliest publications. Inspired by the four seasons.

This is an ancient Welsh air that was first published in Relics of the Welsh Bards in 1794. This melody is one of the most moving and memorable from the musical heritage of Wales. The dying harpist, David, asks his family to bring his harp so that he can touch it for the last time. An angel appears to him, telling him to play the harp during his last journey. The rising figuration in the second verse accompanies David's soul as it rises to heaven.

"Bring me my harp", was David's sad sigh,
'I would play one more tune before I die.
Help me, dear wife, put the hands to the strings,
I wish my loved ones the blessing God brings.'

'Last night an angel called with heaven's breath:
David, play, and come through the gates of death!'
Farewell, faithful harp, farewell to your strings,
I wish my loved ones the blessing God brings.' 

A folk song describing the tragic love affair of Wil Hopcyn and Ann, the daughter of a wealthy farmer from Cefenydfa, Llangynwyd, in South Wales.

Ann, was forced by her parents to marry the man of their choice. She later died of a broken heart, since her first love was Wil, a farm hand. 

Watching the Wheat. 
Idle days in summer Time, 
In pleasant sunny weather 
A-mid the golden colour'd corn, 
Two lovers passed together. 
Many words they did not speak, 
To give their thoughts expression, 
Each knew the other's heart was full, 
But neither made confession. 

Winter came and then alas 
Came cold and dreary weather, 
No more lovers pass'd their days, 
A-mid the fields together. 
Cruel fate has sever'd them, 
and both are broked hearted; 
Had they been wed in summer time, 
They would not now be parted. 

A Welsh Carol tune 'New years Eve - Deck the Halls' Nos Galan is a harp tune to which the Welsh would sing a hodge-podge of verses. The Welsh didn't do much with Christmas but New Year's Eve (Nos Galan) was the big night.

Ten original compositions. This work shows a maturity in musical structure and harmony that makes the music gratifying to play. These are intermediate level with right and left hand activity that will hold your interest from the first note through the last. The left hand generally has a good amount of movement, the right hand utilizes good note leading and just the right amount of rhythmic variety. Chord symbols included. 

Titles: The Confluence, The Last Goodbye, Time to Sleep, Gossamer Gate, The Lady of Shamrock, Sunstream, The Spider's Tomato, Figmint, Lazy Dogs, Huckleberry Heaven. 35 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.

Ten lovely original pieces, moderately simple, and very enjoyable to play. Excellent choices for advancing beginner students. Titles are: A Rose in Winter, Act of God, After the Garden's Been Planted, Caterpillar on the Dill, Harpin' in the Rain, Song for a Whale, Where River Turns to Sky, Rikud Began Eden, Planting Dandelions, Dancing on Snowflakes. 29 pgs.

Eleven original melodies arranged for lever or pedal harp. Music is in the keys of C, G, D, F, Bb, and Eb. Early intermediate level, and very enjoyable to play. Titles include: The Dragon King Round, In the Wind, The Mossy Glade, Moon Drifting, Nanolu A Kahola, A Walk in the Woods, Queen Anne's Lace, Pepperoni, The Wolf at the Big Odell, Waltz Around with Rosie, and The Singing Tree. 

35 pgs. Spiral bound.

Written in both the keys of E minor and D minor, this 2-page arrangement is lower intermediate, with some very nice harpistic techniques. Both versions can be played on a 29-string lever harp. There are no accidentals, and fingerings and placings are well marked.

This traditional Scottish air was first published by the fiddler Captain Simon Fraser (1773-1852). The MacDonalds of Keppoch were a very distinguished branch of the Clan Macdonald who supported the losing side in the Jacobite risings in the 18th century. The tune is played twice with variations, with a four-bar interlude. The plaintive melody is very well suited to harp. The arrangement is 2 pages in length and is presented in two keys, E and D minor, each fitting on one side of an 11x 17 cardstock sheet. Fingerings and placing brackets are inserted throughout. The tune is playable on a 30-string lever harp or pedal harp and requires no lever changes. Eight pedal changes are marked(optional notes for pedal harps). UPPER INT LEVER OR PEDAL HARP

Written in both D minor and E minor, this arrangement has a 4-bar introduction that can also be used as an interlude or a vamp. Verse one utilizes octaves and parallel 10ths and is played in the upper register of the harp. Verse two is in the mid register and uses contrary and parallel motion in the LH for a smooth texture with harmonic interest. 2 pages.

This lilting melody is written in both G and F. There are octaves, parallel 6ths and just a few full chords. The melody is played 4 times, differently each time - the 2nd time is an octave up and last time is a majestic version using octaves and rolled chords.)

For lever or pedal harp, this is a beautifully arranged tango from 1928. Clear fingering suggestions and placing brackets, downward rolled arpeggios and running RH parallel thirds. A wonderful teaching piece because of the technical requirements. Would also make a great recital piece. Written in both A minor and G minor. Intermediate level. 

Each version has 2 pgs. 

At long last, Louise's very playable version of Summertime is available. People have been asking for this arrangement for years and years. Very playable, with a few lever and pedal "slides". It's in the key of A minor. For lever harp, you will need to slide middle D# to natural, and then F# above middle C to natural, and then Middle C# to natural. (Pedal slides on those same notes.) There are a few other lever changes: G# at the end. You start out by setting F and G sharps below middle C. Not hard, impressive and everybody knows and loves this great tune!

When you purchase this, you receive both the lever and the pedal solo. Each is on a pullout 11×17 page (one side). Lever and pedal harp can play this in tandem. It wouldn’t be a duet, but it would be a fun duo.

Six traditional American melodies arranged for lever harp. These beautiful renditions, in free-form style, were notated from improvisations recorded on an album for Sampler Records in 1990, called Shenandoah. Intermediate level and easy to read, these pieces will add variety to any harpist's repertoire. Tunes are: Old Joe Clark, Shenandoah, Black is the Color, Deep River, Nobody Knows the Trouble I've Seen and Wafaring Stranger. 

18 pgs. 

Upper intermediate level arrangements with some special effects. All arrangements are in the key of C, with some accidentals. These are nicely done arrangements that sound elaborate. Tunes include: Love Story, Somewhere in Time, and A Time for Us (theme from Romeo and Juliet). 8 pgs.

Descriptive solos for lever or pedal harp, with historical notes and regional recipes. Music is in the keys of C, G, and F, with several accidentals. Full levers would be recommended. Music is beginner to intermediate level. Titles are: Silver and Turquoise, Mountain Rapids, The Pink Coyote, tall Cactus Tango, Canyon Sunrise, and Prairie Dog Stomp. 28 pgs.

Descriptive solos for lever or pedal harp, with historical notes and regional recipes. Music is intermediate level, and contains several accidentals. Full levers are recommended. These would make great teaching pieces as they contain a lot of variety and techniques. Titles are: Echoes from the Alamo, Chili Pepper Rag, Flying Petticoat Waltz, Armadillo Amble, Saddle Sore Blues, and Longhorn Lament. 27 pgs.

18 blz.

Folksongs for lever or pedal harp with words and chord symbols for sing-a-longs. Each song has a paragraph of history. Tunes are: Home on the Range, Cielito Lindo, Wabash Cannonball, Sweet Betsy from Pike, Yellow Rose of Texas, Old Chisholm Trail, Streets of Laredo, Bury Me Not on the Lone Prairie, and Comin' 'Round the Mountain. An entertaining book. 22 pgs.

Two of Trotter's best selling publications. All three wedding marches are in the key of C and require no lever changes. The Lord's prayer is in the key of C and requires lever changes for F, D, and G. Wagner's Wedding March, Mendelssohn's Wedding Recessional, Clarke's Trumpet Voluntary ('Prince of Denmark March'), and Malotte's Lord's Prayer. Very playable and enjoyable arrangements. 11 pgs.

A book with 5 new compositions for harp solo by the harpist and composer Anne Vanschothorst.

Anne Vanschothorst composes music for films en documentaries, in the tradition of Phillip Glass and Erik Satie.

Besides that she has thousands of followers of her video's of her compositions on You Tube.

A collection of pieces written for young musicians to let them become acquainted with contemporary music. Several composers have contributed to this book:
Annie Challans: Chanson pour Silvia
Pierre Villette: Menuet
Dominique Probst: Ines Enfant
Denise Mega Vand: Three Pieces
Zarko Princic: Étude no 1

Difficulty: the book says "beginner". I think you must have had lessons for about three years to be able  to play this harp music - Jeanette van Nieulande.

Background - Note by the composer

A Welsh Landscape is dedicated to Rosalind Sharples. Painter, poet and harpist, Rosalind and her husband, the sculptor Chris Sharples, live in one of the most beautiful parts of Pembrokeshire. It was this landscape, showing the magic of Wales, which inspired this suite of pieces. 

Titles and Performance Notes:

INTERLUDE 1 Adagio (35 seconds)
The beginning is peaceful (Moonlight on the sea), and the crescendo towards the end makes one aware of the temperamental and heaving sea. 

DAWN (20 seconds)
The sun rises out of the sea and we are transported to the woods at Ty Canol.

INTO THE FOREST (80 seconds)
An early morning gallop. Rosalind gallops joyfully through the magical countryside.

INTERLUDE 2 Seascape (35 seconds)

DAVID OF THE WHITE ROCK (125 seconds)
This melody is one of the most moving and memorable from the musical heritage of Wales. The dying harpist, David, asks his family to bring his harp so that he can touch it for the last time. An angel appears to him, telling him to play the harp during his last journey. The rising figuration in the second verse accompanies David's soul as it rises to heaven.

INTERLUDE 3 Seascape (35 seconds)

THE MILLER'S SONG (75 seconds)
In this joyful song, the miller catalogues all those delightful possessions which will make him irresistible to a prospective wife. The hypnotic harmony and rhythm suggest the mill wheel turning.

Composed in 2005: To remember all those who suffered pain, bereavement, and whose lives and dreams were shattered by the Iraq War and the Asian Tsunami.

The Passacaglia is based on the repetitive pattern of four bass notes, Eb, Ab, Db, Bb. It is brutally broken by a discordant E natural as the wave engulfs everything in its path. Time goes on, and peace and hope return

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.

A collection of original pieces and suites for harp. These pieces are intermediate in difficulty, and are always interesting. Written for full range lever or pedal harp, with very few accidentals. There is a Keats poem following the final suite. A diverse and brilliant collection, with a somewhat classical feel. 

The titles are: Epithalamion; Lullaby for Carmen; The Witches’ Tea Party; Nemed: The Secred Grove; Duet for Dafydd; Solo for Dafydd and the suites: 
The Feast: A Neo-Medieval Suite featuring: The Procession of courses; The Lovers’Glances; The Dance; The Sotelty and the Wafer.
St. Agnes’ Eve featuring: St. Agnes’ Eve; The Dancers; Madeline Dreaming; Into the Storm

44 pgs.

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.

Carol Wood’s most recent endeavor is an enchanting collection of original tunes written for the full size lever harp. Inspired by the works of W.B. Yeats (1865-1939), one of the most well known Irish poets of the twentieth century, Carol’s songs are written at the intermediate level, in keys of A minor, B minor, & C major, as well as several modal pieces. Lever presets are indicated; several lever changes present, but not too many. Song titles include: The Changeling’s Lullaby, Mischief (two versions in alternate tunings), The Changeling Dances, In May, Lament, Ms. Green’s Blues (two versions in alternate tunings), Starry Summer Sky, Hiraeth, Wild Swans.

The Flower Duet is from the 1883 opera Lakmé by Leo Delibes. Normally sung by 2 women, Sylvia has arranged this lovely song for solo harp. Although you may not be familiar with the title of his lyrical piece, you have probably heard it in TV commercials or movies. The sheet music includes two 2-page versions, both in the key of A (3 sharps). They are basically the same, except that one is for lever harps tuned to C, and the other requires a B-flat. Fingerings are included, as well as lever and pedal changes. For intermediate players.

 Flower Duet

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.

 Wondrous Love

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.

For beginning and advanced harpists. Each is arranged in an easy version and a more difficult version. Each carol also contains lyrics and chord indications for harpists or other instrumentalists. The two arrangements can also be played as a duet. 

Songs include: Angels We Have Heard on High, The Boar's Head Carol, Coventry Carol, Deck the Hall, The First Noel, God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen, Hark! the Herald Angels Sing, I Saw Three Ships, Jingle Bells, Joy to the World, O Holy Night, Silent Night, The Twelve Days of Christmas, Up on the Housetop, We Wish You a Merry Christmas and more. 96 pages.

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.

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.

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.

Includes:
59th Street Bridge Song (Feelin' Groovy), Groovy Kind of Love, A Time for Us  from "Romeo and Juliet", The Addams Family Theme, Aquarius from "Hair",  As Tears Go By, Blowin' in the Wind, Ferry Cross the Mersey, Fun, Fun, Fun, Happy Together, The House of the Rising Sun, Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polka-Dot Bikini, Jenifer Juniper, Let's Get Together, (Meet) The Flintstones, Mr. Bojangles, Mr. Tambourine Man, Nights in White Satin, Old Friends, Puff the Magic Dragon, Rain On The Roof, San Francisco, Since You've Asked, Surfer Girl, Then You Can Tell Me Goodbye, The Times They Are A-Changin', Venus in Blue Jeans, Windy and more. 

A combination of 50 well-known and rare Irish tunes, all written in the keys in which they are most often played. Also includes extensive notes on playing this type of music.. 

Songs include: Blarney Pigrim, Garryowen, Geese in the Bog, Haste to the Wedding, Morrisons Jig, Off she goes, A Fig for a Kiss, Boys of Ballysodare, Dublin Streets, Fisher's Hornpipe, Little Beggarman, Off to California, Pig Town Fling, Carrickfergus, Parting Glass and more. Also includes an alphabetical index. 53 pages, spiral bound.

50 wonderful traditional and contemporary Irish melodies arranged by Sylvia Woods for both beginning and advanced hard players. Each piece has two arrangements: an easy version, and one that is more difficult. As well as songs from Ireland, this book also includes some Irish-American songs that have found their way into the Irish music tradition, such as When Irish Eyes Are Smiling, Too-Ra-Loo-Ra-Loo-Ral, and My Wild Irish Rose. The pieces are fingered and are in the key of C or sharp keys. Lyrics and chord symbols are indicated. Some require lever or pedal changes within the piece.

Songs include: The Castle of Dromore, Cockles and Mussels, Danny Boy, The Gartan Mother's Lullaby, Killarney, Limerick Is Beautiful, My Wild Irish Rose, Sweet Rosie O'Grady, Warin' o' the Green, When Irish Eyes Are Smiling, Too-Ra-Loo-Ra-Loo-Ral and more. Also includes an alphabetical index and an index of first lines. 112 pages, spiral bound.

This book is the companion to Sylvia Woods’ recording of the Suite she composed for Celtic harp. It contains the full story of the legend, beautifully illustrated by English artist Steve Duglas. It also includes the written music of the suite, which can be played on Celtic or pedal harp, or piano. For advanced harp players. All 11 pieces in sharp keys with no fingerings. 60 pages.

Titles: 

The Legend, In the Forest, Dialogue with a Brook, Lament, Gypsy Mirage, Gourenspur, The Harper’s Vision, Morning Calm, Forest March, Metamorphosis, Brandiswhiere’s Triumphant Return

Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring by Johann Sebastian Bach. Arranged for harp solo, harp duet, and harp, flute and voice by Sylvia Woods.

This multi-level book by Sylvia Woods contains 40 tunes by O'Carolan (1670-1738), the most famous of the Irish harper/composers. These tunes are perfect for weddings and other occasions. Each piece has two arrangements: an easy version, and one that is more difficult. The pieces are fingered and are in the key of C or sharp keys, with chord symbols. 112 pages, spiral-bound.

Includes
Lady Athenry, George Brabazon, Planxty Burke, Carolan’s Cap, Carolan’s Concerto (Mrs. Power), Carolan’s Draught, Carolan’s Fancy, Carolan’s Farewell to Music, Carolan’s Quarrel with the Landlady, Carolan’s Receipt, Carolan’s Welcome, The Clergy’s Lamentation
Sir Charles Coote, Planxty Crilly, Bridget Cruise, Planxty Drew, John Drury, Lord Galway’s Lamentation, Lady Gethin, Hewlett, Lord Inchiquin, Baptist Johnston, Bumper Squire Jones (Thomas Morres Jones), Morgan Magan, Blind Mary, Mrs. Maxwell, John O’Connor, Maurice O’Connor, Charles O’Conor, Hugh O’Donnell, O’Flinn, Kean O’Hara, O’Rourke’s Feast, Eleanor Plunkett, Fanny Power, Planxty Safaigh, Sheebeg and Sheemore, Dr. John Stafford, Captain Sudley (Carolan’s Dowry), Planxty Sweeny.

In this book, Sylvia Woods has arranged 11 songs by Andrew Lloyd Webber from many of his most famous pop operas. Five of the songs are from Phantom of the Opera, as well as hits from Cats, Starlight Express, Evita, Jesus Christ Superstar, Requiem and Tell Me On A Sunday. For intermediate to advanced folk harp players. Many songs have sharping lever changes within the pieces. They are in the keys of C or G, with fingerings. 36 pages, spiral-bound.

Includes:

from "The Phantom of the Opera"
Angel of Music, Think of Me, The Music of the Night (excerpt), The Phantom of the Opera,  All I Ask of You
from "Cats" Memory
from "Evita" Don’t Cry for Me Argentina
from "Tell Me On a Sunday" Tell Me On a Sunday
from "Requiem" Pie Jesu
from "Starlight Express" Starlight Express
from "Jesus Christ Superstar" I Don’t Know How to Love Him

This book by Sylvia Woods includes 22 of the most popular romantic songs for weddings, anniversaries, parties and other special occasions. Advanced beginners will be able to play the pieces at the front of the book that have no (or just a few) lever changes. The songs near the back of the book are more difficult, with a greater number of lever changes. Lyrics, fingerings, chord symbols, and lever and pedal changes are included in each song. All of the pieces can be played on pedal harps, and on lever harps tuned to the key of C or up to 3 flats. 80 pages, spiral-bound.

Includes:
A Summer Place, And I Love You So, Evergreen, From this Moment On, Hawaiian Wedding Song, Lady, Let it be Me, Moondance, My Love, Never my Love, The Prayer, Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head, The Rose, Send in the Clowns, Somewhere in Time, Tammy, Through the Eyes of Love (from Ice Castles), Time to Say Goodbye, Wedding Song, Wind Beneath My Wings, Tara's Theme (My Own True Love) (from Gone With the Wind), Sunrise, Sunset

Sylvia has recently revised this popular book of arrangements of the famous Canon by Johann Pachelbel. The book includes two sections: one in the original key of D, and one in the key of G. Each section comes complete with several versions: an intermediate solo; a more difficult solo; a harp duet; and an arrangement for harp and flute, violin, or other solo instrument. Fingerings are included. For intermediate to advanced players. 40 pages, spiral-bound.

This book includes 52 of your favorite Scottish songs (with lyrics) in multi-level arrangements for harp. Over half are by Robert Burns. Each piece has two arrangements: an easy version, and one that is more difficult. The two versions can be played as a duet. The pieces are fingered and in the key of C or sharp keys, and chord symbols are indicated. A few require lever or pedal changes. 112 pages, spiral-bound.

Includes:
Annie Laurie, Auld Lang Syne, Ay Waukin O, Baloo Baleerie, The Birks Of Aberfeldy, The Blue Bells Of Scotland, The Boatie Rows, Bonnie Bell, Bonnie Dundee, Bonnie Wee Thing, Braw Braw Lads, Buy Broom Besoms, Ca’ The Yowes To The Knowes, Charlie Is My Darling , Comin’ Thro’ The Rye, Corn Rigs Are Bonnie, Dumbarton’s Drums, Duncan Gray, Flow Gently Sweet Afton, The Flowers O’ The Forest, Green Grow the Rashes O!, Hame, Hame, Hame, Hieland Laddie, Ho Ro My Nut-Brown Maiden, I Aince Lo’ed A Lass, I’ll Ay Ca’ In By Yon Toun, Jock O’Hazeldean, John Anderson My Jo and more.

This delightful book of the music from The Wizard of Oz movie is designed for advanced beginners and intermediate harp players, and can be played on either a lever or a pedal harp. Some of the pieces have accidentals, and sharping lever and pedal changes are indicated. The lyrics are printed in the music, so you can sing along as you play! Fingerings are also included. Some of the pieces have separate arrangements for pedal and lever harps, and a few have both easy and advanced versions. 48 pages, spiral-bound.

Includes:
Over the Rainbow
Munchkinland
The Lullaby League
Ding-Dong the Witch is Dead!
We’re Off to See The Wizard (Follow the Yellow Brick Road)
If I Only Had A Brain
Optimistic Voices
The Merry Old Land of Oz
If I Were King of the Forest
and easy and advanced medleys of the pieces.

La Source is probably the best known of Albert Zabel’s compositions for the harp.

Born in Berlin on 22 February 1834, Albert Heinrich Zabel studied the harp at that city’s Institut für Kirchen- musik, where his teacher was Louis Grimm, a former student of the English-born virtuoso, Elias Parish Alvars. Zabel’s concert career began at an early age, when he toured Germany, Russia and England as a member of an ensemble directed by Johann Gungl, who, in 1848, settled in St Petersburg. From 1848-1851, Zabel was solo harpist with the Berlin Opera, but in 1855, he too moved to St Petersburg, becoming solo harpist with the Imperial Ballet – a post which he held to the end of his life. It is therefore likely that he was the first harpist to play in such Tchaikovsky ballet scores as ‘Sleeping Beauty’ and ‘The Nutcracker’, and it is possible that it was his style of harp playing which inspired the brilliant cadenzas Tchaikovsky included in these ballets.

Harp teacher at Anton Rubinstein’s St Petersburg Con-servatory from its inception in 1862, Zabel was named Professor in 1879, and honorary distinguished professor in 1904. His late works include a comprehensive ‘Method’ (1900) and a Concerto in C minor (1904-5).