Program Titles and Descriptions
Barbara Ann Fackler
harpist
www.hornandharp.com
630-665-6098
"Harpsichore"
During the Renaissance era many dance manuels were published for social
dancing. The Renaissance harp is the perfect instrument to show off
music from the Terpsichore collection. Playford’s Dancing Master
and the Orchesographie of Arbeau.
"Irish Music and Its History"
Through this program, the story of Irish music is told. Music from the
early itinerant harpers to modern Irish music are included, including
ballads like "Danny Boy", lullabies, and traditional dance tunes.
"Love Notes"
This compilation of love songs from classical and popular literature
shares music of the great masters of the classical tradition and from
folk music, Broadway, Big Band and current hits.
"Harp Treasures"
The best music in the harp repertoire is that which is composed for
harp by harpists. These composers understand the strengths and
weaknesses of the harp in a way that showcases its very best. This
music sparkles in a way that transcriptions cannot match.
"Musical Thievery"
Musicians constantly rewrite music for instruments other than those the
composer originally intended. This program includes many popular
transcriptions for harp.
"The Musical Side of American History"
When we think of American history, the last thing we think about is
music. We remember the dates of important events that shaped our
country. We remember the wars fought, discoveries made, the successes
and failures that have shaped us as a nation. As these events unfolded,
music was present in homes, churches and concert halls. From the
beginning of time, music has been a part of every known culture and
often it offers insight into history beyond the mere study of events.
"Tour the World"
Every culture throughout the world's history has had its own version of
the harp. The harps of ancient Egypt were tall, low pitched instruments
while those from Europe were small triangular shapes. This program
includes traditional melodies for harp from around the world including
Ireland, Germany, England, Wales, Argentina, Cuba, Mexico, France, and
others.
"Dancing Fingers"
There are many lovely and catchy dance tunes in both the classical
literature and folk music from around the world. Some are traditionally
played on the harp while others are easily adapted. Dance forms
including the waltz, landler, hornpipe, jig, habenera, joropo, pavane,
sicilienne, and others fill the air for an hour of music.
"Sacred Harp"
J.S. Bach held that "The aim and final reason of all music should be
nothing else but the Glory of God and the refreshment of the Spirit."
Since the days of King David, the harp has been used for worship. This
program presents a selection of favorite hymns such as Amazing Grace,
Jesus Loves Me, and Holy, Holy, Holy arranged especially for harp solo.
"Winter Holiday"
December seems to contain more celebrations than any other month.
“Winter Holiday” brings the celebratory music of December
together in an hour of music sure to please everyone. Drawing music
from countries all over the globe, we’ll see how other cultures
celebrate winter, New Year, Christmas and Hannukah along with other
seasonal music including classical selections, popular folk songs and
some from the Hit Parade.
"Thoughts of Spring"
Whether you schedule this program to welcome spring or to ward off the
doldrums of winter, it’s sure to be a crowd pleaser. Classical
and popular music includes many references to spring flowers and
weather and we’ll sample everything from Vivaldi’s
“Spring” to “April Showers” as we celebrate
spring together.
“The Seasons"
There are many illusions to the change of seasons in music. From
Louis Armstrong’s hit, “A Wonderful World” to movie
themes, folk tunes and classical music there’s something for
everyone as we celebrate summer, fall, winter and spring together.
Programs made to order
Programs can be created to fit any theme. If you don’t see a
program here that fits your event, please ask for a program made to
order.
Barbara Ann Fackler, Harpist