{"product_id":"book-of-the-harp-marson-kma","title":"Book of the Harp Marson KMA","description":"From its opening pages, where the myth of the harp being derived from the hunter's bow is dispelled, The Book Of The Harp, provides a thorough and enjoyable guide through the development of the harp. From its genesis in the days of pre-history, as little more perhaps than a bit of broken branch, to the pedal-operated mechanism born in the Eighteenth Century, the family tree of the harp is one rich in story and worth the reading. From harp makers, composers, the principles of fingering, and health and harp-playing, to its connections with religion, literary associations and as an aid to romance, John Manson's detailed research and exploration of the harp is undoubtedly a valuable and vital work of reference for anyone interested in the harp and its history.\u003cp class=\"km-prod-note\"\u003ePlease note made to order items are non-returnable\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch4\u003eContents\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"km-prod-contents\"\u003eAll this for your enjoyment\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1 The Harp prior to the Pedal Operated Mechanism in the Eighteenth Century\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2 Inventors of the First Pedal Systems and Appearance of The First Method (1762)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e3 Harp Makers, Composers, Method Writers and Female Predominance\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4 Approaches to Strings and Tuning and the Use of Different Materials\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e5 Seating and Playing Positions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e6 Hand Positions, Gestures and Movements\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e7 Principles of Fingering, Tone Production and Care of the Hands\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e8 Introduction to the Pedal Mechanism, Design Ideas and Single and Double Action Harps\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e9 Eighth and Ninth Pedals, Damping Techniques, Harmonics as Played and Notated\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e10 Effects Examined and Ensembles of Harps\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e11 Modulation, Style of Performance and How to Practise\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e12 Health and Harp-Playing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e13 Matters Ignored in Methods, Glissando Pedal Settings\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e14 Later Advances in Harp Design and Decoration; Modern Aids for the Player\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e15 Beginnings of the Pedal Harp Repertoire and Harps in London in the 1790s\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e16 Later Repertoire to mid Twentieth Century, and Ensemble and Orchestral Use of the Harp\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e17 The Harp and Spiritual Awareness: The Use of Language Pertaining to the Harp. Celtic Symbolism\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e18 The Harp and Religion: King David and Angels\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e19 Social Connections, from Royalty to Street Musicians\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e20 Poetic and Literary Associations and Representations: the Harp as an Aid to Romance\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e21 Discordant Voices\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e22 The Harp in the Theatre and Cinema\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEnvoi: The Harp as an Emblematic or Ornamental Device. A Recent Scientific Achievement and Maintaining Ideals\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45727758352694,"sku":null,"price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0786\/9402\/3478\/products\/l1400373_7_e1ed5c2a-85be-4dbc-a5a6-bf683cf6fbb3.jpg?v=1695896472","url":"https:\/\/southlondonmusicshop.co.uk\/products\/book-of-the-harp-marson-kma","provider":"South London Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}