Ten new original songs for harp solo, and a freshly arranged set of four traditional Scottish Tunes for flute and harp: this has kept me very busy!
Both publications are available at folkharp.com
October Songs for Harp features titles chosen for the autumn season; all of them could be used for a Halloween program. My intention was to write a collection that would appeal for most, including those who do not celebrate Halloween. Some pieces are spooky sounding, but the story is up to the performer.
Please watch my youtube video (linked below) for samples and descriptions of all ten pieces. Please write to me if you have any questions!
Extended techniques! I used many that worked on my 36 string lever harp (with fluorocarbon strings). Everything is written for both lever and pedal harp. I look forward to hearing how you are using these pieces! I imagine they will be fun for recitals and gigs.
Contents:
October Song
Hobgoblin
Wild Geese in the Rain
Pumpkin Spice
Moon Through Bare Branches
Apple Pick'n
In the Old Abandoned House
Autumn Mist
Black Cat
Haunted Harp (Alternate title: The Harp at Midnight)
My best guess for level is intermediate. Some pieces are fairly easy; a few are more advanced. Lever/pedal changes are minimal and easily accommodated in the score.
Four Scottish Songs for Flute and Harp Cater/Norman
Written and recorded with Sandy Norman, these four tunes work on lever or pedal harp. They would make a lovely set for concerts and weddings. This is a good set to have in your duo gig book. Most of the tunes are very familiar and all are lovely. The video link below is a full performance of the set.