Masumi Nagasawa teaches harp at the Maastricht Conservatory. In addition, she teaches at the music school in The Hague. She studied at the Maastricht Conservatory with the renowned harpist Phia Berghout, she followed her studies historical harp with Mara Galassi. She plays the modern concert harp, the single pedal harp, Irish harp and traditional Japanese harp (the KUGO). She won several prestigious awards and

From Harp to Harp, With Love. (English / Spanish / French) 
Added versions for harp and voice.

Six Easy South American Dances: 2 joropos, 2 galopas, carnavalito and bambuco;
Si Quedara Sin Ti (If I Ever Lost You) (also a 2nd version with lyrics in English & Spanish), Villavicencio (2nd version with lyrics), Zayante, Una Noche (A Night),
Las

CD accompanying the book From Harp to Harp with Love en Latin American Harps History, Music and Techniques.

Whether compositions are written according to style and form, or consist of random chords, arpeggios or glissandos, it is possible to be harmonious and effective with the help of this publication. A 20-minute companion CD is recorded with the etudes as they are written in the book, and then in free-form improvisation. There are bass, melody and arpeggio patterns, and one page of suggested improvisational styles

Greek dances - Part 2. Part 1 can be found in Harpe Mundi 15: Frangosyriani. Some of these pieces would be expected to be for pedal harp, but Christoph has adjusted them so they can be played on the lever harp. However, you will have to work wit those levers a lot! In order to let the bass come out strongly enough, you need to use a good damping technique.

Titels: To tram to teleftéo,

For pedal and lever harp! Beginner to intermediate level! Includes a play-along CD. Five new tunes, blues history, improvisation, wonderful and clever illustrations, hands on training, the four special scales! 108 pages! Everything you ever wanted to know about how to play the Blues on your PEDAL or LEVER HARP!

The Four Special Scales used by blues players. How to improvise your own solo. Special exercises

Linda has captured the Latin flavor of this Mexican beach town in her original tune by using Latin rhythms. It is for 1, 2, 3, or 4 harps. Harp 1 can be a solo. The triplets, PDLT and Latin rhythms all come together for a great sound. The solo harp version is simple, and with the added parts, the ensemble begins to sound very full, even though the parts are easy. The piece is in A minor and there are a few

The Welsh title for this book is 'Ffarwel I Langyfelach Lon'

Farewell to lovely Llangyfelach is the song of farewell to his native village, sung by a young eighteenth-century Welshman. He had to leave his hometown against  his  will to join the cavalry. The sound of the small drum, that enticed many young men to fight for King and country, is imitated in this piece by tapping the rhythm on the

This was composed in 1986 for Dr Basil Wilson, Archaeologist and one of the board of directors of the Institute of Irish Studies in Queen’s University, Belfast where I spent two inspiring, happy and productive years as a Junior Fellow (1984-86). I was a frequent visitor to Basil and wife Anna’s home for dinner and wonderful long evenings of debate on all aspects of Irish affairs. His enthusiasm

A musical story about a ship that sails proudly on the waves, with the sunlight in the sails. That sometimes ripples like a lullaby, but then is threatened by wild storms. The ship is symbolic of man and his journey through life.

Titles: To the Sea, Lighthouse Beams, The Cradle, Lost Forever, New Shores.

There are 14 tunes in this book in various arrangements for harp and ensembles. All have been performed over and again and have proven to be excellent arrangements holding the interest of both player and listener. They are interesting and full arrangements, worthy of performance on stage as well as jam sessions and dancing. The combination of instruments you can use is almost limitless because of all the excellent

A collection of arrangements of traditional Scottish melodies and original compositions for the small harp by Isobel Mieras. Intermediate/Advanced level. 16 pages.

Contents: Ged a chaidh thu orm seachd (Although you have slighted me.), Chapel Keithack, Love will find out the Way, Lulle me beyond Thee. ( This haunting lullaby goes well with the following piece as they share the same tonality), Saith nos Lau

Teach Yourself To Play The Folk Harp is the most popular beginning book for people of all ages who want to learn to play the harp. 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. It is an excellent book for any student, regardless of

A collection of arrangements of traditional Scottish melodies and original compositions for the small harp by Isobel Mieras. Intermediate/Advanced level. 16 pages.

Contents: Ho! cha Cheilinn nach tu b'fhearr learn (I can't conceal that I prefer you), Main Ghreannar (Cheerful Mary), Derwentwater's Farewell, Blind Mary, Derwentwater, Arrane Ghelby, All in a Garden Green, Connel Bridge, Return to Loon

This book goes over what to do after you complete your CMP training and how to approach organizations about starting a live music program in their hospital or hospice.

More compositions from the 12th century to the present, arranged for lever harp. Lower intermediate to moderately advanced. THis book has been a standard for many years.  The repertoire is excellent and the book is used by all levels of harpists for many occasions.  Intermediate to advanced. 27 pages.

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