Author: Laurie Star Edwards Publisher: Mel Bay Publications ISBN: 1609742257 Category : Music Languages : en Pages : 41
Book Description
Evoke the traditional sounds of the Celtic lands with these instrumental arrangements of songs for solo Celtic harp. These 25 tunes are Manx, Welsh, Irish, Scottish, Cornish, Hebridean, and Bretton, including pieces by Turlough O'Carolan and Robert Burns. Notes at the end of the book give insights into the meanings of the texts of the songs, aiding interpretation and inviting you to experience the ambience of the Celtic lands through their music. Lyrics for selected songs are given in the notes in English.
Author: Leslie McMichael Publisher: Mel Bay Publications ISBN: 1609740459 Category : Music Languages : en Pages : 77
Book Description
This book is intended to be an introduction to a style of music which has a long and noble history that is inextricable intertwined with that of the ancient harp. the tunes contained in this book were chosen for their playability on the folk harp as well as for ease of separating into categories of skill.
Author: Kim Robertson Publisher: Mel Bay Publications ISBN: 1609740351 Category : Music Languages : en Pages : 89
Book Description
Forty-six Celtic arrangements for folk harp solo. Includes Blind Mary; Berceuse (excerpt), Martin Wynnd's Air; Blackberry Blossom; Give Me Your Hand; Moon Over the Rising Castle; and more!
Author: Glenn Weiser Publisher: Centerstream Publish Editions ISBN: 9780931759956 Category : Music Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
(Guitar). This unique publication features 45 harp tunes beautifully arranged for solo guitar. It also includes an introduction to the book's origins, info on the Celtic harp and biographical information on the author and Turlough O'Carolan. Most songs are arranged at an intermediate-level of difficulty and use standard tunings so that classical guitarists can enjoy them as well as steel-string fingerstylists.
Author: Sylvia Woods Publisher: Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation ISBN: 9780936661421 Category : Music Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
This book teaches the student step by step how to play the harp. Each of the 12 lessons includes instructions, exercises, and folk and classical pieces using the new skills and techniques taught in the lesson. --from publisher description.
Author: Beth Kolle Publisher: Mel Bay Publications ISBN: 1610657012 Category : Music Languages : en Pages : 105
Book Description
The harp is the quintessential wedding instrument. Its romantic image and sound make it ideal for the special day which represents a landmark in the life of the bride and groom and their families. the music they choose will stay with them in memory and meaning for a lifetime. This book contains a variety of classic, traditional, and ethnic music, some pieces you will recognize as standards, and some you may never have heard before. Selections in this book may be played on any style or type of harp. These tunes and pieces have been chosen because they are in the public domain, and also because they could make the difference between an ordinary wedding and a very special one. Divided into four sections: Preludes, Processionals, Meditations, and Recessionals, this music offers more than enough choices to get you through an entire wedding ceremony and reception. These arrangements are interesting to the player as well as the listener and take full advantage of the harmonic capabilities of the lever harp. Includes important and useful tips and suggestions regarding music selections, fees for services, contracts, proper attire, etiquette, and more.
Author: Laurie Riley Publisher: Mel Bay Publications ISBN: 1610655583 Category : Music Languages : en Pages : 121
Book Description
An updated, step-by-step method for playing the harp. This book can be used alone or with a teacher. the easy-to-follow method produces results for musicians of all levels, and even if you have no prior experience, and varying levels of difficulty are presented in arrangements of familiar musical pieces. All basic techniques and tunes are clearly and thoroughly explained. Specific topics include: how to use this book, how to sit with your harp, how to tune your harp, how to use your hands, plucking the strings, finger placement, basic structural concepts of music and 14 tunes.
Author: Sylvia Woods Publisher: Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation ISBN: 9780936661346 Category : Music Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
(Harp). Nearly two dozen favorites, including: Evergreen * From This Moment On * Lady * Let It Be Me * Never My Love * Send in the Clowns * Sunrise, Sunset * The Prayer * The Rose * The Wind Beneath My Wings * Through the Eyes of Love * and more. Playable on lever harps and pedal harps.
Author: Sue Richards Publisher: Mel Bay Publications ISBN: 1609741447 Category : Music Languages : en Pages : 49
Book Description
A wonderful collection of 28 Celtic harp solos based on music from Ireland, Scotland, and Wales. Selections include: Banish Misfortune; the Cliffs of Moher; Kitty's Wedding; Guilderoy; Nyth Y Gwcw; the Mist Covered Mountains of Home; Farewell to Williamstown; Glenlivet; Machynlleth; the Dark Isle; My Dearie; Scotch Mist; I Wish You Would Marry Me Now; Sir Watkins' Jig; Treasure of Sierra Madre; the Blackbird; the Bonnie Lass O'Bon Accord; and more. All selections appear in grand staff notation.
Author: Laurie Star Edwards
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