Autoharp & Chromaharp

Hymns for Autoharp MB 93617

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by Meg Peterson

Gospel music is rooted in the folk tradition of America. It is music from the heart and soul and appears wherever people gather to express their spiritual joy. Folk instruments such as the guitar, banjo, mandolin, ukulele, and autoharp lend themselves to this kind of group singing. They can provide simple accompaniments or carry the melody in a small group of a full fledged revival. The autoharp blends in well with the spirit and harmonics of these hymns. The first section of this book is chorded for simple strumming. The second section is arranged for melody playing, with string numbers indicated. A popular collection which includes 69 songs! Includes: Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus, Almost Persuaded, Amazing Grace, Go Tell It On The Mountain, I Love Him, I Love Thee, Jacob's Ladder, Jesus Is His Name, Just As I Am, Pass Me Not, Search Me, Sing to the Lord, To God Be the Glory, What a Friend We Have in Jesus, and more. Beginning - Intermediate level. 56 Pages.

A Treasury of Favorite Songs for Autoharp MB 20050

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For Autoharp, Guitar, Ukulele, Mandolin, Banjo, and Keyboard by Meg Peterson

The songs and ballads in this book include a rich selection of favorite American folk songs, patriotic songs, sentimental songs from the past, and songs from other lands. They have been arranged in the keys that are most suitable for singing, and can be played in a variety of styles using only the words and the accompanying chords. In cases where there are two versions of a particular tune, both have been included. If one version is not well known, however, the most widely used melody is selected. Beginning level. 48 Pages.

A Treasury of Hymns and Spirituals MB 20051

for Autoharp, Guitar, Ukulele, Mandolin, Banjo, and Keyboard

There is a wide selection of hymns in this book, including traditional Hymns of Praise, Thanksgiving, Easter, and Lent. Added to this rich array are the most popular Hymns of Christmastide and a collection of our most beloved Spirituals. They have been arranged in the keys that are most suitable for singing, and can be played in a variety of styles using only the words and the accompanying chords. In cases where there are two versions of a particular tune, both have been included. If one version is not well known, however, the most widely used melody is selected. Beginning level. 40 Pages.

A Treasury of Songs for Young People MB 99906

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for Autoharp, Guitar, Ukulele, Mandolin, Banjo, and Keyboard

The songs in this book are familiar to children of all ages. They include not only traditional children's songs, but also rounds, cowboy tunes, and popular Christmas songs. They have been arranged in the keys that are most suitable for singing, and can be played in a variety of styles using only the words and the accompanying chords. In cases where there are two versions of a particular tune, both have been included. If one version is not well known, however, the most widely used melody is selected. The songs are written as lyrics with chord symbols only; no music notation is provided. Beginning level. 40 Pages.

Autoharp Method - In Four Easy Steps - Book/CD MB 99187BCD

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By Evo Bluestein

Part One of this highly regarded method includes basic music theory and details Evo's easy 4-step method. Part Two includes rhythm strumming instructions, melody chord changes, and lyrics to 18 well- known American folk songs and southern fiddle tunes in the keys of G, F, C major, and A modal (keys that are provided on standard 12, 15 and 21 bar harps). Also included are instructions for transposing to other keys. All songs are included on a solo performance CD for the purpose of ear training and accompaniment. Beginning level. 32 Pages.

Autoharp Owner's Manual

Book compiled and edited by Mary Lou Orthey - The Autoharp Owner's Manual covers autoharp maintenance, conversions, tuning and string schedules (both diatonic and chromatic), building your own instrument, playing techniques, evaluating instruments, chord bar setups, amplification, history, and much more. Each subject is addressed by a current premier musician/builder. The articles in this book have been taken from past issues of Autoharp Quarterly and have been updated to address current innovations, problems, and instruments. It is a "must have" for every autoharp player.

COMPLETE METHOD FOR AUTOHARP OR CHROMAHARP MB 93657BCD

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by Meg Peterson

The most complete, authoritative text available on autoharp. Teacher and author Meg Peterson presents a colorful array of songs and styles as well as a myriad of strum patterns in an easy-to-understand manner. This self-teaching course features Meg's highly acclaimed system for teaching melody solo performance on the autoharp. Each of its 48 lessons builds on the one before it, with a reference section included for those who wish to learn about music notation, theory, harmony, transposition, and chord substitution. There are 122 practice songs and many more suggested ones. Also included is information on tuning, changing strings, and altering chord position on the instrument. The CD is a stereo teaching tape with vocal instruction and performance demonstrating many of the strum patterns and tunes in the book at full tempo with a singer.

EASY AUTOHARP FOR BEGINNERS Video MB 95087VX

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taught by Carol Stober

Carol's clear, easy-to-understand, step-by-step lessons will work for anyone from age 5 to 95. Lesson topics include tuning, quick chord changes, two- and three-chord songs like "Skip to My Lou," "Down in the Valley," "Shady Grove," and many others. So turn on your TV and start having fun today!

Fun with the Autoharp AP 93289

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by Sue Banks

A great beginner's autoharp book containing basic technical instruction plus melody lines, chords, and lyrics for 48 folk favorites. Includes information on playing positions, fingering, strumming, glissando playing technique, and more with helpful photographs. Lyrics are placed above the music to make reading easier while playing chords. Includes: Abide With Me, Aloha Oe, Blessed Be the Name, Brother John, Cradle Song, I Gave My Love A Cherry, Nobody Knows the Trouble I've Seen, The Wayfaring Stranger, and more. Beginning level. 32 pages.

LEARN TO PLAY AUTOHARP HL 00641841

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A step-by-step learning guide to the autoharp – one of the most beautiful (and easiest) traditional instruments. Includes detailed instruction on holding it, proper use of the chord buttons, strumming and fingerpicking techniques and how to pick out melodies and play instrumentals in the styles of the great traditional players. 60-MIN DVD • NOVICE LEVEL

Love Songs for Autoharp MB 99907

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By Carol Stober

A collection of favorites in easy-to-play arrangements for either autoharp melody solos, or basic rhythm accompaniment. The format can be easily understood by a novice autoharpist, as well as a more advanced skill-level musician. Each song includes standard melody notes, chord progressions, autoharp tablature, and lyrics for sight-reading a tune on the fly, or the information can be a helpful guide for play-by-ear enthusiasts. Since love is universal to all ages and stages of life, this book is a potpourri of songs about love, lost loves, longing for love, and a never-ending desire to be loved by someone. Beginning level. 120 Pages.

Scottish Airs and Ballads for Autoharp MB 99065BCD

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By Alex Usher.

A collection of 25 traditional melodies written in standard music notation as well as autoharp tablature. Accompaniment chords are indicated. The melody-playing techniques used are explained here in detail. Also included is a professional performance CD which provides more than an hour of listening pleasure to all of the tunes, including "Wild Mountain Thyme," "My Luv is Like a Red, Red Rose," "White Cockade," "Corn Rigs," "Auld Lang Syne" and more. Intermediate-Advanced. 40 Pages.

Songs of Christmas for Autoharp MB 93696

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Thirty-one Christmas songs from all over the world arranged for autoharp or chromaharp. The arrangements in this book assume that the player had mastered simple strumming techniques and knows the fundamentals of autoharp playing. Many of the arrangements bring out the richness of the carols through frequent harmonic changes. Chords and lyrics are shown above the melody notes, with chords for melody playing below. Most songs in this book are arranged for a 15-chord instrument, although some require a 21 or 27-chord model.

You Can Teach Yourself Autoharp

A step-by-step, self-instruction method. Includes care of the autoharp, playing positions, chord changes, back-up strums, arpeggio strums, melody picking, rhythm picking, and much more! Each song teaches something new and each strum pattern is built on the previous one. When you have practiced each selection and perfected each strum, you will have the necessary foundation to go on to more advanced styles and more intricate picking. The songs in the book are arranged for the 15-chord instrument, since it is the most popular for beginning students.