Harp Sheet Music By Composer - Arranger 

Bertold Hummel (1925-2002) studied at the Music Academy in Freiburg i. Breisgau, taking composition with Harald Genzmer and cello with Atis Teichmanis. After his studies he toured from 1954 to 1956 as composer and as cellist. From 1963 to 1988 he directed the Studio for New Music, Würzburg, and in 1974 he became a professor. From 1979 to 1987 he was President of the Music Academy in Würzburg (after 1988 its Honorary President) and from 1982 Member of the Bavarian Academy of the Fine Arts. He lectured as a guest and travelled to performances of his works in Europe, in the USA, South America, Canada, CIS, Japan, Australia, Egypt and South Africa.

Ferdinand Hummel (1855-1928) if often confused for the famous Hummel who was a student of Mozart's. A later composer, Ferdinand Hummel started his musical career as an accomplished harpist, then became a successful conductor and opera composer in the German equivalent of Italian verismo style.

The "Ring of Harps" continues in the tradition of Boston harpist Nancy Hurrell's other ensemble books, with arrangements for mixed-level groups, which are fun to play for everyone. The tunes are from Scotland and Ireland, and include a duet, three-part and four-part ensembles. There are also seven great solos. In addition to the usual toe-tapping Scottish reels, the arrangements use melodic patterns to suggest ripples in the sea (Aran Boat Song), fluttering wings (The Butterfly), and jingling coins (Little Donald of the Sweets). There's a wonderful range of styles from ancient harmonies to traditional Carolan to jazzy reels.

Contains solo arrangements of medieval and Renaissance music, ranging from cantigas from 13th century Spain to popular dance tunes from the 16th and 17th centuries. The book also has information on Renaissance dance types and suggestions for performance. Arrangements are suitable for early intermediate level for either lever or pedal harp. Wonderful additions for your gig repertoire. More advanced players can use these arrangements as a basis for further embellishment or improvisation. There are two ensemble arrangements, each with three parts: a Praetorius Courante and the Cantiga 282. 77 pages.

Here is the latest in Nancy Hurrell's exquisite and historical arrangements of early music for harp. Easy to read with many historical notes and performance suggestions. Very fulfilling for harpists knowledgeable in historical music, and also makes your performances well rounded. Sometimes early music produces a change in the atmosphere creating a fine ambiance for many an occasion. Playable on all harps, intermediate, and very well done. Because of the notes on the composers, sources and history, this book could also be used for an interesting presentation of early music. 77 pages.