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.
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
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.
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
"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 Click here to see the whole review
"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 Click here to see whole review
“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
"The music is wonderful, really varied and fun" Elizabeth Volpé Bligh
“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 Click here to see the whole review
"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. I plan to use one or two of the selections for my annual recital." Review by Denise Grupp-Vernon for Folk Harp Journal Click here to see whole review
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Videos and Soundclouds of Book 1 👇
Videos of Book 2 👇
All the pieces in both 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.
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
Hard copies are available to purchase from the online shop on this website, 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
Hard copies are available to purchase from the online shop on this website, 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
Hard copies are available to purchase from the online shop on this website, 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
Hard copies are available to purchase from the online shop on this website, music shops & from the publisher directly at www.astute-music.com
Save on shipping costs!! Get an instant PDF download of Book 2 HERE
First pages from Book 1 👇
First pages from Book 2👇
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