{"id":202720,"date":"2026-06-23T10:31:38","date_gmt":"2026-06-23T14:31:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/harpcolumn.com\/music\/?p=202720"},"modified":"2026-06-23T10:31:38","modified_gmt":"2026-06-23T14:31:38","slug":"a-midsummer-nights-playlist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/harpcolumn.com\/music\/a-midsummer-nights-playlist\/","title":{"rendered":"A Midsummer Night’s Playlist"},"content":{"rendered":"

Inspired by Shakespeare\u2019s A Midsummer Night\u2019s Dream <\/em>(and perfectly timed for midsummer itself), this playlist wanders into a world of enchantment and fantasy. From captivating melodies to whimsical dances, these fantastical selections for both lever and pedal harp capture the magic of fairytale adventures, providing the perfect soundtrack for a midsummer escape.<\/h4>\n

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\n\t\t\tElitsa Alexandrova\t\t<\/p>\n\t

The Way of the Noble Ones<\/a><\/p>

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\n\t\t\tDebbie Vinick\t\t<\/p>\n\t

Romantasy<\/a><\/p><\/div>

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

Three Magical Pieces<\/a><\/p><\/div>

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Faerie Tale<\/a><\/p><\/div>

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\n\t\t\tAnn Reddy\t\t<\/p>\n\t

Circe’s Isle<\/a><\/p>

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\n\t\t\tShoshanna Godber\t\t<\/p>\n\t

Swallows<\/a><\/p>

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*The Way of the Noble Ones<\/a><\/h3>\n

by Elitsa Alexandrova<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

We’re starting this playlist strong with a piece full of magic. Harmonics, delicate ornaments, and the raised fourth scale degree give it an otherworldly quality that feels both mysterious and majestic. Listening to it, I can’t help but imagine a grand fantasy kingdom coming to life. If you enjoy this piece, be sure to explore more enchanting music in Elitsa Alexandrova’s collection The Noble Ones<\/em>.<\/a><\/p>\n

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

by Debbie Vinick<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

As the title suggests, this piece is fit for an epic romantic fantasy. Composer Debbie Vinick sought to evoke images of fairy forests, ancient castles, and misty mountains. As a fun bonus, the opening right-hand melody mirrors the iconic opening of The Rolling Stones\u2019 \u201cPaint It Black.\u201d<\/p>\n

*Three Magical Pieces<\/a><\/h3>\n

by Fabio Rizza<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Every fantasy world needs a little magic, just like the enchanted forests of A Midsummer Night\u2019s Dream<\/em>. I adore this collection of original compositions by Fabio Rizza, which could not fit this playlist\u2019s theme more perfectly. The melodies are full of whimsy, enhanced by Celtic-inspired flourishes and delicate grace notes that give each piece its own charm. Inspired by nature and the landscapes of Sicily, these works have a captivating quality that draws the listener in.<\/p>\n

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Composer Elizabeth Sutherland says this piece \u201cmay remind you of Grimm\u2019s fairy tales,\u201d and I think that\u2019s spot on. It\u2019s playful and full of movement, making it easy to imagine characters setting off on a magical adventure.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n

*Circe’s Isle<\/a><\/h3>\n

by Ann Reddy<\/em><\/p>\n

This imaginative piece by Ann Reddy is full of character and surprises. Its contrasting sections each reveal a new layer of the music, creating a sense of adventure from beginning to end. It could easily serve as the soundtrack to a montage of enchanted fairyland images.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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

by Shoshanna Godber<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

As we build our fantasy world, we can’t forget the woodland creatures. This whimsical piece by Shoshanna Godber captures the graceful flight of swallows through swooping arpeggios and lively movement.<\/p>\n

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\n\t\t\tSabrina Vaughan\t\t<\/p>\n\t

The Dance of the Forest<\/a><\/p><\/div>

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\n\t\t\tAlexandra Genova\t\t<\/p>\n\t

Enchanted<\/a><\/p>

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Dream<\/a><\/p><\/div>

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Cupid’s Little Arrow<\/a><\/p><\/div>

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Nocturne<\/a><\/p><\/div>

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The Dance of the Forest<\/a><\/h3>\n

by Sabrina Vaughan<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

When I think of mystical lands, my mind immediately drifts to a magical forest. Sabrina Vaughan\u2019s aptly titled original composition captures that sense of wonder with its lyrical melodies, flowing arpeggios, and harmonics that combine to create a magical soundscape.<\/p>\n

Oh, for the Wings of a Dove<\/a><\/h3>\n

arr. Meinir Heulyn<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Felix Mendelssohn is responsible for some of the most memorable music associated with A Midsummer Night\u2019s Dream<\/em>, perhaps most notably the beloved “Wedding March,” performed during the marriage scene of Duke Theseus and Hippolyta. It seemed only fitting to include a Mendelssohn work on this playlist. This arrangement by Meinir Heulyn showcases his grand melodies and rich harmonic writing.<\/p>\n

Enchanted<\/a><\/h3>\n

by Alexandra Genova<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

This piece by Alexandra Genova is wonderfully relaxing. The left hand remains engaged with arpeggiated patterns while the right hand draws out beautiful melody lines. I can imagine this piece providing the perfect touch of enchantment at a wedding.<\/p>\n

Dream<\/a><\/h3>\n

by Julia Hannelore Rosenberger<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Julia Hannelore Rosenberger’s composition transports listeners into a dream-like, fantasy state through the use of pentatonic glissandos and melody lines. Set in D-flat major, it also takes full advantage of the pedal harp\u2019s natural resonance. The sparse melody, accented by occasional harmonics, add to the dreaminess.<\/p>\n

Cupid’s Little Arrow<\/a><\/h3>\n

by Gary Schocker<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

As composer Gary Schocker describes it, this piece features a hypnotic ostinato that gently lulls the listener under Cupid\u2019s spell. It reminds me of the enchanted love potion at the heart of A Midsummer Night\u2019s Dream<\/em>.<\/p>\n

Nocturne<\/a><\/h3>\n

by Hannah Haynes<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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Another dreamy selection, this piece by Hannah Haynes feels perfectly at home in a fantasy world. Opening with pentatonic glissandos and lush chords reminiscent of the harp introduction from Romeo and Juliet<\/em>, it unfolds into a beautiful melody that sounds as though it were lifted straight from a fairytale.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Inspired by Shakespeare\u2019s A Midsummer Night\u2019s Dream (and perfectly timed for midsummer itself), this playlist wanders into a world of enchantment and fantasy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10992,"featured_media":202721,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[8324],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-202720","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-repertoire-suggestions"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/harpcolumn.com\/music\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/202720","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/harpcolumn.com\/music\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/harpcolumn.com\/music\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/harpcolumn.com\/music\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/10992"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/harpcolumn.com\/music\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=202720"}],"version-history":[{"count":21,"href":"https:\/\/harpcolumn.com\/music\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/202720\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":202786,"href":"https:\/\/harpcolumn.com\/music\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/202720\/revisions\/202786"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/harpcolumn.com\/music\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/202721"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/harpcolumn.com\/music\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=202720"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/harpcolumn.com\/music\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=202720"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/harpcolumn.com\/music\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=202720"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}