Pedal or Lever Harp

Rondeau PDF Download by Couperin, arranged by Rhett Barnwell

Item #p7908
$9.00
  

For lever or pedal harp.

Originally composed by Francois Couperin around 1717 for harpsichord, Rondeau, subtitled Les Barricades Mystérieuses, is one of the most celebrated and enigmatic works of the French Baroque. The meaning of its poetic title has been debated for centuries, with theories ranging from references to theatrical subjects to the intricate "barriers" created by the work's interwoven musical lines. Built upon a flowing tapestry of broken chords and graceful ornamentation characteristic of the French style brisé, the piece possesses an almost hypnotic serenity. These textures translate exceptionally well to the harp, whose natural resonance beautifully enhances the work's flowing arpeggiation and transparent counterpoint.

Arranged in the key of G major (1 sharp) with several lever or pedal changes, this edition is approximately three minutes in duration and is suitable for the intermediate harpist.

This 4-page PDF includes 2 pages of music. Fingerings are not included.
Click on the Audio Tracks button above to hear a synthesized version of the arrangement.

This product is a PDF file, to be downloaded to your computer. We do not sell it as regular printed music. It is only available here in this PDF download format.


Click on the blue titles below to see a sample of the first few lines of music.

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