As unique as the culture it reflects, Chinese folk music is a fascinating world that has remained largely overlooked by Western musicians.
For the first time, these beautiful and mysterious melodies are available for the modern-day lever or pedal harp.
This extraordinary collection by Melinda Johnson features 15 timeless songs from the ancient Chinese folk tradition. Romantic, soothing and absolutely perfect for the harp, these arrangements reflect the mystery and allure of this ancient realm.
The clustered and open intervals within these arrangements reflect the rich palette of sounds that are hallmarks of this traditional musical style. The initial melodic phrases are fingered, and only 1 song requires lever changes within the piece. In keys from 2 flats to 2 sharps. 30 pages.
Whether for the professional harpist, the developing student or to expand a personal repertoire, this collection is suitable for all levels of playing.
Includes:
Bei Qiu Feng (Cantonese Old Song)
Bright, Bright the Moon (Cantonese Lullaby)
Gong Xi Ni, Gong Xi Ni (Chinese New Year Song)
Happy Under The Sun (Sichuan Folk Song)
Jasmine (Chinese Folk Song)
Little Streamlet (Yunnan Love Song)
Love Song of Kang Ding (Sichuan Folk Song)
Oh, Lily, Lily White (Chinese Lullaby)
Pastoral Song (Chinese Folk Song)
Sha Li Hong Ba (Chinese Folk Song)
Song of the Shepherd (Kazak Folk Song)
Sore Is My Heart With Yearning (Chinese Old Song)
The Bamboo Flute (Shandong Lullaby)
The Swallow (Xinjiang Love Song)
Who Can Fly (Chinese Children's Song)
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