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Simple Gifts

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Shoshanna Godber has arranged the traditional Shaker tune “Simple Gifts” for three lever or pedal harps. Ideal for mixed-level ensembles, Harp 1 is for advanced beginners, Harp 2 is for early-intermediate players, and Harp 3 is for an intermediate level.

This piece is available as a PDF download in the following combinations:

Complete Set: $10.00
(Includes score and all parts)
Harp 1 only: $1.25
Harp 2 only: $1.25
Harp 3 only: $1.25

Pages to print: 15 pgs; Individual parts are 2 pgs.

Duration: 2:00

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Note from the arranger

“Simple Gifts” was made famous by Aaron Copland when he used it in his score for Appalachian Spring. The tune is often heard as a Christmas carol with the title “Lord of the Dance.”

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Additional information

Artist	Godber, Shoshanna
Composer	Traditional
Genre	Folk-Traditional
Harp Type	Lever Harp
Instrumentation	3 harps
Level	Advanced Beginner, Intermediate
Occasion	Christmas, Church
Nationality	North American