Mel Bay's Celtic Authoharp: 35 Celtic Tunes Arranged for All Standard Autoharps Using Notation and Tablature (Book plus CD) [Sheet music]

Karen Mueller (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 1999

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. The book's companion CD includes performances of all 35 selections, ably illustrating the rhythmic and stylistic nuances of this engaging music. In notation and tablature.

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About the Author

Karen Mueller is a nationally touring performer and instructor who specializes in 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 the CD Clarity, 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.

Product Details

• Sheet music: 56 pages
• Publisher: Mel Bay Publications, Inc. (May 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0786608536
• ISBN-13: 978-0786608539
• Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.2 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #543,480 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Cetic Autoharp, February 21, 2010

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This review is from: Mel Bay's Celtic Authoharp: 35 Celtic Tunes Arranged for All Standard Autoharps Using Notation and Tablature (Book plus CD) (Sheet music)

Celtic Autoharp is a great "How To" book for people who have a basic knowledge of how to play the autoharp and want to start playing melody instead of just chords. It has easy to read tablature written under the music notes. It comes with a CD that clearly plays a short rendition of the melody so you can familiarize yourself with how the song should sound played on an autoharp. I put the the songs on my i-pod and each time I am ready to learn a new tune I can easily listen to the tune. I would recommend Celtic Autoharp to anyone wanting to learn more about enhancing their skills on the autoharp.

Jill Worley

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Advanced Autoharp, April 6, 2009

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This is a great book for the learning autoharp player. Its the next book after beginning to play. The author explains additional strumming techniques, chord development, and techniques for playing different styles of music.