A treasury of favorite songs for autoharp by meg peterson. Every oscar schmidt autoharp is usually hand adjusted in the usa by a skilled technician. The book starts with an introduction into what a banjo is, some simple guides and these beginners lesson comes with an easytofollow guidelines that are very. She was also on the staff of the very first weekend exclusively for autoharp at the ozark folk center in mountain view, arkansas in 1983 and has been an instructor for that event ever since. But the autoharp and some of its immediate ancestors came the closest to fulfilling that promise.
The os45ce autoharp is among the top autoharps because of its strong merits. At the same time, she coordinated the autoharp activity center at the walnut valley festival in winfield, kansas from 1981 through its final year in 1987. A treasury of favorite songs for autoharp ebook written by meg peterson. See all 5 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. This stepbystep approach to learning to play the autoharp will help beginners and teachers understand the many ways in which this. Teacher and author meg peterson presents a colorful array of songs and styles as well as a myriad of strum patterns in an easytounderstand manner. It features a series of chord bars attached to dampers, which, when pressed, mute all of the strings other than those that form the desired chord. Book and cd book in ebook format, pdf, epub, microsoft word, or a kindle book. Oct 07, 2010 a treasury of favorite songs for autoharp ebook written by meg peterson. The autoharp blends in well with the spirit and harmonics of these hymns. Im sure its easier than it seems, but harder than i thought. Part 2 introduces melody playing, with exercises on playing scales and arpeggios, and tunes utilizing the techniques learned. To help you learn faster and easier, bonnie phipps has recorded a correlating cd that includes strum patterns and songs in the book. This stepbystep approach to learning to play the autoharp will help beginners and teachers understand the many ways in which this versatile instrument can be used.
Kindle direct publishing indie digital publishing made easy. Instrumental tutor alfred publishing a terrific guide to the learning the autoharp where students will not only learn to play songs but also learn about the autoharp itself from humble beginnings to current day. This book is an extension of flat pickin the gospels by steve caufman. Then the radio came along, and that was even easier to play.
She has recorded and produced her own music, conducted autoharp workshops across the united states, and served as a consultant to instrument makers oscar schmidt. May 18, 2011 the zither can move smoothly between classical and folk music, and even approximate something like the woozy lilt of a hawaiian lap steel guitar. Autoharps come in 15 and 21 chord models and some even have electronic. Autoharp accessories oscar schmidt autoharp accessories. Mar 12, 2019 the book comes with a 60 minutes video which can be used to learn by hearing or with the tablature that comes with the companion book. Beginning autoharp instruction book, paperback by phipps, bonnie, isbn 0882842609, isbn 9780882842608, brand new, free shipping in the us this stepbystep approach to learning to play the autoharp will help beginners and teachers understand the many ways in which this versatile instrument can be used. Beginning autoharp instruction book download ebook pdf. In her first method book, written in 1965, she introduced her own scoring tablature that has become universal to all autoharp pickers, from beginners to advanced players. Great way to learn the autoharp i bought cathys hard copy book and found it was a great way to be introduced to the instrument.
Instrumental tutor alfred publishing a terrific guide to the learning the autoharp where students will not only learn to play songs but also learn about the autoharp itself from humble beginnings to current. Songs on which i use the autoharp for accompaniment play all share. Beginning autoharp instruction book paperback july 1, 1983 by bonnie phipps author 4. Kindle ebooks can be read on any device with the free kindle app. I have several autoharp instruction manuals, but not one can compete with this book. It and the cd that came with it made me convinced that i could learn to play the autoharp as well or perhaps better than the guitar. Tuning record, box click picture to enlarge this is a vintage easy chord red autoharp model os6 by oscar schmidt.
Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read love songs for autoharp. Unlike later autoharps, the shape of the instrument was symmetrical, and the feltbearing bars moved horizontally. Now most people think and correctly so that the autoharp is the easiest instrument to play. The book presents its banjo teaching method in a simple and easytounderstand format. You indicate your consent to this use by clicking i agree or by continuing to use this site. Please see all photos as they are part of my description and show the condition of this item.
Despite its name, the autoharp is not a harp at all, but a chorded zither. The autoharp is a musical stringed instrument having a series of chord bars attached to dampers which, when depressed, mute all the strings other than those that form the desired chord. Home services handpicked professionals happiness guarantee. The autoharp and its ilk took a back seat to broadcast music programs for years. Also included is a brief history of how the autoharp began and developed. Beginning autoharp by bonnie phipps 1983, paperback for.
The zither can move smoothly between classical and folk music, and even approximate something like the woozy lilt of a hawaiian lap steel guitar. Then the autoharp made a comeback through the radio of all things. Mel bay the most complete, authoritative text available on autoharp. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read a treasury of favorite songs for autoharp. About the author meg peterson is the premier autoharp teacher in the u. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. Its an autoharp has a 47track learning cd included. Ive read the information on the various types of autoharp over the years is considered tops.
The first section of this book is chorded for simple strumming. Chromatic standard layout by lindsay haisley back in the 1970s i got my first oscar schmidt 21 chord autoharp. Standard notation with both autoharp and guitar tablature for familiar gospel songs. You can teach yourself autoharp beginner book meg peterson beginner. Beginning autoharp instruction book and millions of other books are available for amazon kindle. Its wonderful that youve decided to help your child get started with the autoharp. Beginning autoharp instruction book music is elementary. While the autoharp is actually a not a harp at all but a form of zither. Easy chord autoharp model os6 tuning record wsleeveno tuning wrench song book boxlight box wear great collectible. Having had a couple of 12 and 15 chord autoharps, including an old black box sears autoharp, i was pleased with the musical range and general quality of my new autoharp, and impressed with the very clever design of the chord bar. Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. Learn how to play the autoharp with our great selection of autoharp instruction books, videos and dvds. This is part 2 of a 4part plus free indtroduction multimedia beginning instruction book for autoharp.
This stepbystep approach to learning to play the aut. Reviewed in the united states on november 29, 2017. Every title is discount priced and most ship the same day. There are a mess of little springs that will disappear in a hurry if you arent careful. In this book, cathy builds on over 15 yearsexperience as an autoharp instructor to give you a proven method for learning how to play the autoharp. Its an autoharp a very first beginners guide to autoharp playing. Its an autoharp a very first beginners guide to autoharp playing is for ipad and mac computers with maverics and later operating systems. Features handmade americanmade strings maple body satin finish 21 chords select spruce top. Even if youve never played before, our great selection of autoharp books will help you get started on the autoharp today. The banjo primer book for beginner deluxe edition start with the banjo basics for the beginners.
What is rally important, though, is that learning to play the autoharp is fun and easy. Read, highlight, and take notes, across web, tablet, and phone. A great reference book with photos and descriptions of the many instruments made over the years. This is a very reasonably priced intro to autoharp book with history, instructions, lesson, folk songs, and how to take care of your autoharp. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. The first calamity you are likely to encounter with the autoharp is a broken string.
The paperback of the beginning autoharp instruction book. She takes a very personal approach to teaching you how to play, with hardwon pearls from her heart to your fingers. This book and cd combo is one of the best for getting you started in various strumming patterns that are used in autoharp. Another outstanding feature of this book is the inclusion of dvd.
My parents bought this book a decade ago, and its still a favorite. If you already have an autoharp, dont despair especially if its a 21key oscar schmidt. It doesnt work on any phones, nonipad tablets, any pcs or macs with earlier operating systems. Each of its 48 lessons builds on the one before it, with a reference section. The video comparison book can be purchased on its own. Designed for anyone just learning to play the autoharp, this comprehensive and easytouse beginners guide serves as an introduction to the autoharp and its techniques. Vintage 1953 oscar schmidt autoharp pea pickin hearts. The answer is that many people have already done just that. Keep the autoharp in its case when the child is not playing it, so that things dont inadvertently get spilled on it and the strings dont corrode from the moisture in the air. You can teach yourself autoharp by meg peterson 1994. In 2000, the minnesota bluegrass and oldtime music association awarded karen its recognition of excellence. If you only buy one autoharp instruction book, this is the one you need to get. It is the first of five parts, and covers basic introductory information.
Beginning autoharp instruction book by bonnie phipps. Now, if your autoharp is very old, they may need replaced anyway. This is part 2 of a 4part plus free indtroduction multimedia beginning instruction boo k for autohar p. The autoharp is a musical instrument in the chorded zither family.
Beginning autoharp instruction book, paperback by phipps, bonnie, isbn 0882842609, isbn 9780882842608, brand new, free shipping in the us this stepbystep approach to learning to play the autoharp will help beginners and teachers understand the. Everthing you need to know, is located in the book. There are 24 movies showing the techniques, along with ma. Basic rhythm, chord accompaniment, lyrics and music notation make this book useful for other lead instruments as well, including fiddle, mandolin and voice. The autoharp is a fun and easy instrument to learn to play. An enhanced beginning autoharp instruction book for all autoharps and chorded zithers, with sound recordings and videos demonstrating the. In this book and accompanying audio, autoharp hall of famer evo bluestein provides a beginning approach to a repertoire of songs and fiddle tunes popular in oldtime and bluegrass circles. Folk meditation cd excell near mint im happy to combine postage on 3 or it will definitely need tuning and a bit of tlc to bring it back to its b.
Karen is a 2012 recipient of a prestigious mcknight artist fellowship for performing musicians. Beginning autoharp instruction book paperback 1 july 1983 by phipps author 4. Since the autoharp arrived on the musical scene relatively recently, as musical history goes, very few people had learned to do anything with it, except push buttons and stroke. Popular book on the history and development of the autoharp. We loved seeing john sebastian playing his autoharp with the lovin spoonful. A beautifully illustrated, definitive history of the instrument and its players, written by the editor of the autoharpoholic magazine. The second section is arranged for melody playing, with string numbers indicated. Love songs for autoharp ebook written by carol stober. Zimmermann, a german immigrant in philadelphia, was awarded us 257808 in 1882 for the design of a musical instrument that included mechanisms for muting certain strings during play. The autoharp is actually not a harp at all, but a form of zither. An enhanced beginning autoharp instruction book for all autoharps and chorded zithers, with sound recordings and videos demonstrating the songs and techniques. Apr 29, 2020 songs on which i use the autoharp for accompaniment play all share. Suggestions and instructions for tuning, playing, modify ing, maintaining, and building an autoharp.
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