First Harp Book
Author: B. Paret
Publisher: Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation
Published: 1987-03
Total Pages: 40
ISBN-13: 9780793555239
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Folk Harp for the Young Beginner
Author: Star Edwards
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
Published: 2018-08-27
Total Pages: 81
ISBN-13: 1619118335
DOWNLOAD EBOOKFolk Harp for the Young Beginner is designed for beginning harpists with no prior musical experience. The book presents two new methods for reading notation built around recognizing common musical patterns over traditional single note reading. Each group of songs has fun, engaging exercises that will build the student’s coordination and confidence. The material draws from timeless melodies from classical, Renaissance, Celtic, English, old-time and traditional folk repertoire. Topics covered in this method include: • How to tune the harp • Reading music notation and counting rhythm, including two methods for reading ledger lines • Recognizing basic fingering and bass patterns • Changing keys with sharpening levers • Using brackets to help see note patterns • Chord inversions Additional resources include rhythm practice and workout pages to test your musical knowledge. Helpful reference photos can also be found inside. Includes access to online audio.
Teach Yourself to Play the Folk Harp
Author: Sylvia Woods
Publisher: Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation
Published: 1987-05
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780936661421
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis 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.
Easy Celtic Harp Solos
Author: Laurie Star Edwards
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
Published: 2010-10-07
Total Pages: 41
ISBN-13: 1609742257
DOWNLOAD EBOOKEvoke 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.
Basic Harp for Beginners
Author: Laurie Riley
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications, Incorporated
Published: 1994
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780786600212
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA basic, easy-to-understand, step-by-step method about playing the harp. Extensively illustrated, this book is for musicians of all levels, requiring only an interest in learning to play the harp. The material in the book can be applied to any type of harp (with or without pedals) and any type of music. Specific topics covered include basic positioning, tuning, and techniques, etudes, and a colorful selection of folk harp solos. Each section of the book is arranged to show the most efficient way to learn quickly and as easily.
Jazz Piano for the Young Beginner
Author: Misha V. Stefanuk
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
Published: 2015-11-09
Total Pages: 49
ISBN-13: 1610651618
DOWNLOAD EBOOKJazz Piano for the Young Beginner is designed specifically for beginning piano students who are looking for fun and modern music material. It begins with chapters on how to find notes on the piano, hand positioning and an introduction to rhythm and musical notation. It discusses posture, explains how to select an appropriate instrument and includes a simple glossary of musical terms. Jazz Piano for the Young Beginner consist of 30 fun piano pieces including Chatter Rag, Friday Boogie, Max's Trot and Blue All the Way, composed by Mel Bay best selling author of Jazz Piano Chords and Jazz Piano Scales, Misha V. Stefanuk. the included CD allows students to enjoy the music and to hear how the pieces should be performed.
Hal Leonard Folk Harp Method
Author: Maeve Gilchrist
Publisher:
Published: 2014-06-01
Total Pages: 47
ISBN-13: 9781476812076
DOWNLOAD EBOOK(Instructional). The Hal Leonard Folk Harp Method is a comprehensive and easy-to-use beginner's guide, designed for anyone just learning to play folk harp. Inside you'll find loads of techniques, tips, and fun songs to learn and play. The accompanying CD contains 56 demo tracks that cover most of the music examples in the book. Covers: the harp and its parts; sitting with the harp; hand position and finger placing; key signatures and meter signatures; scales and arpeggios; the I-IV-V chords; ostinatos and slides; many classic folksongs; and much more!
On Playing the Harp
Author: Yolanda Kondonassis
Publisher: Carl Fischer, L.L.C.
Published: 2006
Total Pages: 148
ISBN-13: 9780825849657
DOWNLOAD EBOOKChristmas Songs for Folk Harp
Author: Chuck Bird
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
Published: 2018-08-29
Total Pages: 129
ISBN-13: 161911836X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKBeautiful, sparkling, lyrical harp solos on 40 Christmas songs and carols gathered from around the world. The arrangements are wonderfully scored and may be played by non-pedal or pedal harp.
Classic Guitar for the Young Beginner
Author: William Bay
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
Published: 2015-12-11
Total Pages: 49
ISBN-13: 1610651510
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWithout a hint of condescension, this book/CD offers the young classic guitarist a thorough grounding in reading standard notation in first position. This book was written in the Mel Bay tradition of providing only enough music theory to understand what is required of the student at any given point in the book. Numerous studies and folksong melodies are presented with suggested chord changes for accompaniment by a teacher or a second student guitarist. Includes guides to purchasing a classic guitar, proper posture and hand positions, tuning the guitar, and much more. A companion CD is included. Written in standard notation only.
