{"id":137716,"date":"2022-05-06T10:30:58","date_gmt":"2022-05-06T14:30:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/harpcolumn.com\/music\/?p=137716"},"modified":"2022-05-09T22:04:15","modified_gmt":"2022-05-10T02:04:15","slug":"around-the-world","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/harpcolumn.com\/music\/around-the-world\/","title":{"rendered":"Around The World"},"content":{"rendered":"

Summer is the most popular time of the year for traveling, so we’re taking a trip around the world! Travel far and wide from the U.S. to Brazil, Sweden, Spain, Japan, Africa, Australia and more through the music featured on this blog.<\/span><\/p>\n

Titles marked with an * are playable on lever harp.<\/p>\n

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\n\t\t\tDeborah Dahl Shanks\t\t<\/p>\n\t

Native American Music for Harp<\/a><\/p><\/div>

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\n\t\t\tKim Robertson\t\t<\/p>\n\t

Cold Frosty Morning<\/a><\/p><\/div>

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\n\t\t\tLouise Trotter\t\t<\/p>\n\t

Puerto Rican Sketches<\/a><\/p><\/div>

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Oh Shenandoah<\/a><\/p><\/div>

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\n\t\t\tLiana Alpino\t\t<\/p>\n\t

Battle Hymn of the Republic<\/a><\/p><\/div>

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Besame Mucho<\/a><\/p>

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\n\t\t\tSylvia Woods\t\t<\/p>\n\t

Spiritual Medley<\/a><\/p><\/div>

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*Native American Music for Harp<\/a><\/h3>\n

by Deborah Dahl Shanks<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Native American music had a huge impact on today’s modern music in America. This collection by Deborah Dahl Shanks includes 27 hymns, lullabies, dances, chants, and more that were originally for cedar flute. You can also purchase this collection for small harp here.<\/a> Just last week I had my first request for Native American music and was so glad I could turn to this collection!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

*Cold Frosty Morning<\/a><\/h3>\n

arr. Kim Robertson<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

I had never heard this traditional old-time tune before, but it really sucks you in as a listener. To me it feels like a fast-paced lullaby. You can definitely get lost in Kim Robertson’s arrangement in the best way possible.<\/p>\n

*Puerto Rican Sketches<\/a><\/h3>\n

by Louise Trotter<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Four original tunes are included in this book from Louise Trotter. She uses a variety of Latin-inspired rhythms and melodies and also says she was inspired by forest sounds and the Puerto Rican coqui tree frog for the pieces. My personal favorite is the fun dance tune “Fiesta.”<\/span><\/p>\n

*Oh Shenandoah<\/a><\/h3>\n

arr. Corkey Christman<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

This tune always reminds me of my childhood days in harp ensemble. I am fortunate that my teacher had us learn many American folk songs. Corkey Christman’s arrangement is truly stunning, using the lower register resonance and mixing in the upper register for melody and textural parts.<\/p>\n

Battle Hymn of the Republic<\/a><\/h3>\n

arr. Liana Alpino<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

North America is known for its patriotism. This broad, stately American folk song became popular during the Civil War, likely for its easy-to-hum melody. This exciting arrangement would be perfect for a patriotic setlist and also stands alone as a solo piece.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

*Besame Mucho<\/a><\/h3>\n

arr. Louise Trotter<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

We are traveling to Mexico with this bolero love song by Carlos Velazquez. Trotter’s arrangement is perfect for your gig book. It is easy to follow and simply arranged to allow the melody to shine. Her opening arpeggios and use of fingernail effects and glissandos allow this piece to work as a solo, as well.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

*Spiritual Medley<\/a><\/h3>\n

arr. Sylvia Woods<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

This medley by Sylvia Woods is one of my favorites, as it is absolutely stunning. It contains two somber American spirituals: “Motherless Child” and “Wayfaring Stranger.” The two melodies intertwine so beautifully and evoke so much emotion.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Tico Tico<\/a><\/p><\/div>

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Harp Music from Argentina<\/a><\/p><\/div>

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Serendipity<\/a><\/p><\/div>

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\n\t\t\tMitch Landy\t\t<\/p>\n\t

Ghost Tango<\/a><\/p><\/div>

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Tico Tico\u00a0<\/a><\/h3>\n

arr. Angela Kl\u00f6hn<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

This Brazilian choro tune by Zequinha de Abreu is infectious. Its happy-go-lucky, upbeat, and virtuosic melody is an absolute joy to play and listen to.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

*Latin Lullaby<\/a><\/h3>\n

Meg Robinson<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

I discovered Meg Robinson’s original works as a young harpist and have been a fan ever since. This Latin-inspired tune is very catchy and uses syncopated rhythms and triplets in the melody line, as well as pres de la table<\/em> effects to mimic the classic qualities of Latin music.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Harp Music from Argentina<\/a><\/h3>\n

by Marcela M\u00e9ndez<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Nine works by various Argentinian composers, arranged by Marcela M\u00e9ndez, are included in this collection. Each piece is quite unique and different in character. Some of the composers included were people who moved to Argentina and then worked to develop the harp in the country\u2013very cool!<\/span><\/p>\n

*Serendipity<\/a><\/h3>\n

Amelia Romano<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

I’ve had this piece on my “list to learn” for a while. This unique work by Amelia Romano fuses Latin American and contemporary styles. It is very invigorating with its rich melody and percussive elements and, as Romano says, really has an “optimistic charm” to it.<\/p>\n

*Ghost Tango<\/a><\/h3>\n

Mitch Landy<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Although fast-paced, this tango has a calm, laid-back feel to it. It uses a classic tango rhythm in the left hand while a subtle melody plays on top. Lots of triplets, of course, too!<\/span><\/p>\n

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What A Moonlight Night<\/a><\/p><\/div>

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Prelude to Te Deum<\/a><\/p><\/div>

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Watching the Wheat<\/a><\/p><\/div>

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My Wild Irish Rose<\/a><\/p><\/div>

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\n\t\t\tFabio Rizza\t\t<\/p>\n\t

Gr\u00f6ne Lunden<\/a><\/p><\/div>

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Malaguena<\/a><\/p><\/div>

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*What A Moonlight Night<\/a><\/h3>\n

arr. Christa Grix<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

This lovely Ukrainian folk tune can be used for any number of occasions from weddings and background dinner music to an encore at a solo recital. Additionally, a portion of the proceeds from the sale of this arrangement by Christa Grix will be donated toward Ukrainian humanitarian relief.<\/p>\n

*Prelude to Te Deum<\/a><\/h3>\n

arr. Meredith M. Mancini<\/i><\/p>\n

If you need a new classical work to add to your gig book, this is an excellent choice. A French baroque piece by Marc-Antoine Charpentier, this melody is stately and peppy and would be appropriate for weddings, events, and church services. Meredith Mancini provides both a lever harp and a pedal harp version of her arrangement.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

*Westphalia Waltz<\/a><\/h3>\n

arr. Barbara Ann Fackler<\/i><\/p>\n

I’m so happy that I stumbled upon this sweet German\/Polish tune. Fackler’s arrangement is peppy, cheerful, and delightful to listen to. It would be lovely for restaurant or wedding prelude music.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Watching the Wheat<\/a><\/h3>\n

edited by Rachel Green<\/i><\/p>\n

You can’t go wrong by adding this intermediate solo to your music stand. Rachel Green has created an easy-to-read version of John Thomas’ beloved version of this Welsh love song. It is pretty, reflective, and flashy in all the best ways!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

My Wild Irish Rose<\/a><\/h3>\n

arr. Corkey Christman<\/i><\/p>\n

Sometimes I struggle to find fleshed out Irish arrangements, so I was so happy to find this arrangement of Chauncey Olcott’s tune. Although not a traditional Irish tune, I always like to play this when I have an Irish-themed set. Christman’s arrangement makes use of the whole harp, which lets this gorgeous melody really shine.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

*Gr\u00f6ne Lunden<\/a><\/h3>\n

arr. Fabio Rizza<\/i><\/p>\n

This is such a lovely, whimsical Swedish melody, translating to “green grove.” In my opinion, it sounds like the soundtrack to a fairy garden. When you purchase this piece, Rizza includes both a beginner and intermediate version of the solo.<\/span><\/p>\n

*Malague\u00f1a<\/a><\/h3>\n

arr. Louise Trotter<\/i><\/p>\n

I love a good showstopper that is simple! Trotter’s arrangement of this Spanish dance is easy to learn, but still packs a punch and brings a lot of energy to this beloved, classic melody.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Jasmine<\/a><\/p><\/div>

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Sakura Sakura<\/a><\/p>

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Asian Folksongs for the Smaller Harp<\/a><\/p><\/div>

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Jasmine<\/a><\/h3>\n

arr. Teresa Suen-Campbell<\/em><\/p>\n

This Chinese folk song also known as \u201cMo Li Hua\u201d is such a delight. Suen-Campbell’s arrangement provides a joyful depiction of the blooming of a beautiful, sweet-smelling jasmine flower.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Sakura Sakura<\/a><\/h3>\n

arr. Kana Matsumoto<\/em><\/p>\n

Get your left hand ready to move in this Japanese folk song arrangement! This tune has a very strong melody and Matsumoto adds to that effect with her use of lush, rolled chords. She also uses a fingernail effect at the beginning to mimic the sound of the Japanese koto.<\/span><\/p>\n

*Asian Folksongs for the Smaller Harp<\/a><\/h3>\n

by Deborah Dahl Shanks<\/em><\/p>\n

This collection includes 22 folk songs from Korea, Mongolia, Taiwan, the Philippines and various Chinese provinces all arranged by Deborah Dahl Shanks in a simple way that remains true to the original sound of the song.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Arirang<\/a><\/h3>\n

arr. Gary Schocker<\/em><\/p>\n

“Arirang” is translated to “my beloved one.” Schocker’s arrangement of this Korean folk song lends well to this translation as it is sweet and charming.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Crazy Day<\/a><\/p><\/div>

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Suite of Australian Folk Songs<\/a><\/p>

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*River Right Rhumba<\/a><\/h3>\n

by Laura Zaerr<\/em><\/p>\n

I just love this exciting, original work by Laura Zaerr. It is a great piece to work on rhythms. Zaerr says the “three repeating rhythmic patterns come directly from a West African drumming pattern from Guinea, the African Rhumba.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

*Crazy Day<\/a><\/h3>\n

by Amelia Romano<\/em><\/p>\n

Romano says this piece was inspired by an actual crazy day she had in Cape Town, South Africa. It is ethereal, percussive, and ever moving.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

*Suite of Australian Folk Songs<\/a><\/h3>\n

by Megan Reeve<\/i><\/p>\n

\u201cThese five songs capture the joys of a barn dance, a rollicking sea shanty, and the laments of convicts,\u201d says Reeve. Each song in this collection is different in character and all have quite charming melodies! Reeve’s arrangements are simple yet effective. Each song can be played individually or together as a suite and Reeve provides program notes for those performing it in concert.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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