Celtic Autoharp
35 Celtic tunes arranged for all standard Autoharps using notation and tablature
by Karen Mueller
This collection of 35 Celtic tunes represents ten different performance styles from Ireland, Scotland, Wales and Brittany. The majority of these pieces are dance tunes such as the jigs and reels popular at Irish sessions, the informal gatherings of musicians in pubs, community halls, and homes. Although relatively new to the session ensemble, the autoharp bears a distinct resemblance to the Irish folk harp. Fittingly, this collection includes harp tunes by famed Irish harpist Turlough O'Carolan as well as other slow airs. All of the pieces in this book have been arranged to be played on any standard 15 or 21-bar chromatic autoharp in either melodic or rhythmic (backup) style. A melody line with suggested chord accompaniment is included so other instrumentalists can easily join in. Includes access to online audio containing performances of all 35 selections, ably illustrating the rhythmic and stylistic nuances of this engaging music. In notation and tablature.
About the Author
Karen Mueller is a nationally touring performer and instructor who specializes in Celtic and American music on the dulcimer and autoharp. The press has called her "one of the world's top Autoharp players" and "a true virtuoso." Winner of the 1986 International Autoharp Championship in Winfield, Kansas, Karen has traveled throughout the U. S. and to Ireland, performing and joining in traditional music sessions with the Autoharp. In addition, she has been a two-time Kansas State dulcimer champion and a national finalist. Her other instruments include guitar, mandolin, and bouzouki. In addition to performing, Karen offers instructional workshops and private lessons to players of all levels. She has released several recordings and books, including access to online audio containing performances of all 35 selections, and The Autoharp Gourmet book and tape. She currently resides in Minneapolis, Minnesota, where she is an instructor at West Bank School of Music and Homestead Pickin' Parlor.
Song List
- Carolan's Draught
- Julia Delaney
- The Butterfly
- The Musical Priest
- Kesh Jig
- Red Haired Boy
- All Through The Night
- Miss Thornton's Reel
- Eleanor Plunkett
- Flowers Of Edinburgh
- Star Of The County Down
- Captain O'kane
- Morgan Magan
- Morrison's Jig
- Larry O'gaff
- Scotland The Brave
- The Star Of Munster
- Miss Mcleod's Reel
- Arran Boat Song
- Farewell To Whiskey
- Gavotte De Scrignac
- Rights Of Man
- Sheebeg Sheemor
- The Star Above The Garter
- Hardiman The Fiddler
- John Ryan's Polka
- Britches Full Of Stitches
- Walker Street
- Merrily Kiss The Quaker
- Skye Boat Song
- The Blarney Pilgrim
- Harvest Home
- The Maid Behind The Bar
- Ship In Full Sail
- Sonny's Mazurka
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