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The harp is not as difficult as many people think - the strings of the harp are the same as the white keys of the
piano, that is, they're tuned in a C scale. C is red, and F is blue. If you've played piano before, you can see
the resemblance to the keyboard in the pattern of the strings. Like the piano, you use both hands, but only the
thumb and first 3 fingers. You don't use the pinky. The left hand plays the bass, or bottom of the harp, and the
right hand plays the treble, or top of the harp.
Simple music sounds just beautiful on the harp - that's one of the reasons that I think it is so much fun to play,
even while you're learning. Each string you pluck rings, it's so rewarding and relaxing. It's great to have a
harp teacher, and we can put you in touch with one in your area if we know of someone. If one is not available,
Pamela has released a DVD and books designed to allow you to learn to play the harp on your own, in your own home!
This DVD and book combination give you clear, step-by-step directions
that will have you playing beautiful music on the harp. And there is even a section on learning to read music, so even if you don't have a musical background,
you can still learn!
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This self-teaching guide follows Pamela's books, Play the Harp Beautifully Level 1 & Level 2. With close-ups, on-screen page numbers, and all the demonstrations and tips you'll need, learning to play the harp has never been easier! There has never been a harp video like this - progressing slowly, one step at a time, so that you master each aspect of playing the harp. You don't just learn to play a few tunes - you learn the harp skills that will have you enjoying the harp for years! The video contains almost 4 hours of lessons, all for what you might pay for a single lesson with a live teacher. And you can watch it over and over again!
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Price: $47.00 (plus $3 shipping)
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If you've ever wanted to play the harp, this book is for you! Play the Harp Beautifully gives you step-by-step instructions on technique, teaching you all the basics of harp playing. It contains 86 pages of photos, diagrams, and explanations on everything from tuning to practicing. This book will even teach you to read music, if you don't already know how!
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Price: $20.00 (plus $3 shipping)
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This book continues the 'self-teaching with ease' program begun in
Level 1. You'll learn how to play intervals, rolled chords,
left-hand patterns, the art and science of fingering and brackets,
glissandos, harmonics, and more! If you've begun the harp, and are
ready to move to the next level of accomplishment with confidence,
this collection of music, photos, and explanations is perfect for
you. Songs include The Ash Grove, Danny Boy, Scarborough Fair,
Greensleeves, The Water is Wide, Morning Has Broken, and more! 96
pages.
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Price: $20.00 (plus $3 shipping)
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This 116-page book continues the comprehensive self-teaching system, with instruction on dressing up music, and understanding the language of music. This includes easy-to-understand music theory explanations, supporting the beautiful pieces that you've come to expect in the 'Play the Harp Beautifully Series. Learn how to create introductions and interludes to pieces, how to enhance both the right and left hand of any piece of music, understand major and minor chords and keys, and play special effects on the harp. There is also a special chapter by Pamela, who is a personal life coach, on confidence in your harp playing! Songs include One Morning in Springtime, Come by the Hills, The Grenadier and the Lady, Star of the County Down, Pachelbel's Canon in D, and more!
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Price: $25.00 (plus $3 shipping)
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This collection of three more challenging pieces are all Pamela Bruner's original compositions - 'Mist and Moonlight', 'Rorschach in D Minor' , and 'Rosita's Song'. Suitable for intermediate to advanced players, these pieces are excellent for performances and recitals, and include tips on effective playing.
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Price: $9.00 (plus $3 shipping)
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