Adventures for Lever Harp is a series of books, each containing five pieces specially composed for fully-levered 34-string harp by Lauren Scott.
With no lever changes but pre-set levers from the start of each piece, they are of Intermediate to Advanced standard and target one or two different techniques within each piece.
With no lever changes but pre-set levers from the start of each piece, they are of Intermediate to Advanced standard and target one or two different techniques within each piece.
"The music is wonderful, really varied and fun" Elizabeth Volpé Bligh
"This next book is one to put on your wish list for Santa. Adventures for Lever Harp Book 1 is a delightful new book of original solos... For those who play or teach lever harp, these entertaining and innovative pieces are a welcome addition to the repertoire, and audiences should find these tunes interesting and engaging." Jan Jennings for Harp Column Magazine
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Book 1 focuses on rhythm & groove in a natural and organic way, however, ultimately the pieces are about having a sense of fun and adventure. Gecko Dance (Grade 4) & Caribbean Dreams (Grade 5) on Trinity Lever Harp Syllabus 2020-2023 | Caribbean Dreams (Grade 5) & Lapkon's Spinning Wheel (Grade 7) & Habanera Caprichosa (Grade 8) on AMEB Harp Syllabus 2021
Book 2 explores the extended harmonic possibilities unique to the lever harp through accessible and enjoyable music for the listener and player. Crepuscule (Grade 7) & Gypsy Dance (Grade 8) on Trinity Lever Harp Syllabus 2020-2023 | Gypsy Dance (Certificate of Performance Lever Harp) AMEB 2021
Book 3 **NEW** With no lever changes but pre-set levers from the start, this collection is inspired by the natural world and the changing seasons.
Book 3 **NEW** With no lever changes but pre-set levers from the start, this collection is inspired by the natural world and the changing seasons.
"This is a brilliant collection of original compositions for the lever harp... a wonderful addition to anyone's lever harp music collection, leading away from the cliched music and I highly recommend it." Monika Stadler for Harp Magazine
“Fun, festive, and fabulous! These are unique and exciting additions to the lever harp repertoire and are equally as rewarding to play as they are to teach!” Kirsten Agresta Copely
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“A funky repertoire addition for intermediate to advanced lever harpists. I defy anyone not to smile while performing these pieces. They are a great way to master syncopation and percussive techniques within sophisticated, beautifully written pieces”. Keziah Thomas
"I have enjoyed these pieces for many reasons, but mostly for their very catchy tunes with lots of groove and their so very well placed extended techniques! Each piece is musically satisfying and fun to play. They are programmatic and will be very accessible to an audience of non-musicians and musicians alike." Review by Michelle Velvin and Becky Swan for The Harp Society of New Zealand
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All the pieces in all three books were specially written for a 34 string fully levered harp - range Bottom C to Top A
They can also be played on other types of harps with some adaptation by the player.
They can also be played on other types of harps with some adaptation by the player.
"We don't often find an intermediate to advanced book for lever harp, so I was excited to see this publication. This collection is ideal for professionals, or for the advanced student." Review by Denise Grupp-Vernon for Folk Harp Journal Click here to see whole review
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Adventures for Lever Harp Book 1
Published by Astute Music the book was released Summer 2018.
catalogue number - am100-03
ismn - 9790570313068
R.R.P £15.00
1. Gecko Dance
2. Habanera Caprichosa
3. Caribbean Daydreams
4. The First Flight of Spring
5. Lapkon’s Spinning Wheel
Hard copies are available to purchase from music shops
& from the publisher directly at www.astute-music.com
Save on shipping costs!! Get an instant PDF download of Book 1 HERE
Published by Astute Music the book was released Summer 2018.
catalogue number - am100-03
ismn - 9790570313068
R.R.P £15.00
1. Gecko Dance
2. Habanera Caprichosa
3. Caribbean Daydreams
4. The First Flight of Spring
5. Lapkon’s Spinning Wheel
Hard copies are available to purchase from music shops
& from the publisher directly at www.astute-music.com
Save on shipping costs!! Get an instant PDF download of Book 1 HERE
Adventures for Lever Harp Book 2
Published by Astute Music the book was released Autumn 2018.
catalogue number - am100-04
ismn - 9790570313112
R.R.P £15.00
1. Free Running
2. Blue Moon Rising
3. Spring Carol
4. Gypsy Dance
5. Crepuscule
Hard copies are available to purchase from music shops
& from the publisher directly at www.astute-music.com
Save on shipping costs!! Get an instant PDF download of Book 2 HERE
Published by Astute Music the book was released Autumn 2018.
catalogue number - am100-04
ismn - 9790570313112
R.R.P £15.00
1. Free Running
2. Blue Moon Rising
3. Spring Carol
4. Gypsy Dance
5. Crepuscule
Hard copies are available to purchase from music shops
& from the publisher directly at www.astute-music.com
Save on shipping costs!! Get an instant PDF download of Book 2 HERE
Adventures for Lever Harp Book 3
Published by Astute Music the book was released December 2021.
catalogue number - am100-12
ismn - 9790570313778
R.R.P £15.00
1. Printemps
2. Red Kite on the Moors
3. Neeps and Tatties
4. The First Snowdrops
5. The Leaping Salmon
Hard copies are available to purchase from music shops
& from the publisher directly at www.astute-music.com
Save on shipping costs!! Get an instant PDF download of Book 3 HERE
Published by Astute Music the book was released December 2021.
catalogue number - am100-12
ismn - 9790570313778
R.R.P £15.00
1. Printemps
2. Red Kite on the Moors
3. Neeps and Tatties
4. The First Snowdrops
5. The Leaping Salmon
Hard copies are available to purchase from music shops
& from the publisher directly at www.astute-music.com
Save on shipping costs!! Get an instant PDF download of Book 3 HERE
First pages from Book 1 👇
First pages from Book 2👇
First pages from Book 3👇
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Lauren Scott has recently embarked on a creative compositional journey having only started writing music in 2018. Since then she has published three volumes of music for lever harp, her music has received praise from harpists and harp societies worldwide and her music is used as set pieces on Trinity and AMEB graded syllabuses. In January 2020 she was a recipient of a PRS Foundation Women Make Music award to compose new harp music. In March 2020 her debut solo CD, Beyond the Horizon which features eight of her compositions alongside works by Peter Maxwell Davies and John Cage was released on the Avie Records label to critical acclaim. Her music has been broadcast on BBC Radio 3, Scala Radio, included on BBC Introducing & Apple Music playlists and in January 2021 she was a recipient of a 'Developing Your Creative Practice' award from Arts Council England. Lauren is currently composer-in-residence with Harps North West. MORE ABOUT LAUREN SCOTT HERE