Intermediate Pieces for Solo Pedal Harp by Great Harpist / Composers of the Early 19th Century

Standard: Intermediate    Harp Type: Pedal Harp

Six beautiful pieces from the golden age of early 19th-century harp composition.

This collection presents exquisite intermediate-level pieces by three celebrated harpist-composers of the early 1800s. These works fill an important gap in standard harp repertoire, offering gorgeous original compositions from the period between the Classical and late Romantic eras.

• NICOLAS-CHARLES BOCHSA (1789–1856): Three Nocturnes, Op. 338 (A♭ Major, E♭ Major, A♭ Minor)
• ELIAS PARISH-ALVARS (1808–1849) Romance in F
• FRANÇOIS-JOSEPH DIZI (1780–1847) Two Fantaisies (E♭ Major, A♭ Major)

All pieces are written in the bel canto style - operatic "beautiful singing" with lyrical melodies over simple arpeggiated accompaniments. Several include ornamental melismatic passages that add expressive depth without excessive technical demands.

These pieces introduce students to an entirely different musical style, perfect for developing cantabile playing, phrasing, and rubato while remaining technically accessible. Includes detailed practice tips and comprehensive performance notes.

Perfect for students ready to explore 19th-century harp heritage and teachers seeking beautiful, musically rewarding repertoire.