The Instrumentalists Thread

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Originally Posted by Tessar

Thank you... I know that things will work out. I do believe everything happens for a good reason. I don't think I'll rent a harp till my dad has a job. It it comes down to it, I would prefer to have my resources available to help my parents.

Since I cannot practice I'm not sure there's a point to taking the lessons... but I think I'll try for at least a half hour each week. We'll see!!!

Harp rental is out of the question, too? You checked that out?

I'm working on some arranging on the piano for harp. I'm going to get that Sylvia Woods book to help me.

That's a good idea - I re-read it over the last 2 nights, and it's absolutely brilliant - SO helpful. Her discussion notes on arranging with the harp's unique characteristics in mind are very practical and helpful. The "neutral chord" thing (her term) was esp. brilliant (I won't tell what it is - it will be incentive for you to get the book because now you won't be able to sleep until you find out what she says ). There are definitely issues with the harp not having all the half-steps instantly available.