Description
From the arranger:
“I am fond of modulations, even on lever harps. The purpose of having levers is so that keys and/or individual notes can be changed. In addition to some lever presets, there are lever changes within each piece. However, there is plenty of time to execute each change, usually at least one measure per lever.
“These arrangements can be played on any harp with a four and one-half octave range of low C to high F, with an open tuning of F, Bb or Eb, and a full set of levers.
“[Yankee Doodle] should be played in a moderate march tempo, lively but not too fast; it should never sound ‘frantic.’ The overall mood should have a touch of humor.
“[Dixie] should be played with a relaxed and sentimental feeling – not as a march! Considerable rubato should be employed. Imagine the sun rising over a plantation in the Deep South as the introduction starts and this will set the overall mood for this rendition of Dixie.
“[Johnny Comes Marching Home] should be played in a steady rhythm, with lots of dynamic expression. To set the mood for this piece, imagine a troop of soldiers gradually walking in from the distance, passing in front of you, and then retreating in the opposite direction.”
Included are a score and two separate parts. There are interesting historical notes on each piece and a page of performance notes. Unusual and creative arrangements, loads of fun to play! 15 pages. ALL HARPS, INTERMEDIATE.
Table of Contents
- Yankee Doodle (Dr. Richard Shackburg)
- Dixie (Daniel. D. Emmett)
- Johnny Comes Marching Home (Patrick S. Gilmore)