The songs in this level will help you coordinate each hand and establish a foundation in hand position before going on to read both clefs at the same time. Level I will also introduce you to note values. In Level II One note harmonies are added as your note and rhythm recognition increases and your hand technique develops more firmly. Now you will start to read both clefs. I will remind you of finger patterns that you will become familiar with in all songs.
Intervals consist of two notes played with either the right or left hand.
These are called seconds, thirds, fourths, fifths, sixths and octaves. Using the same type of fingering pattern will help you develop muscle memory Level IV has songs that contain a walking bass pattern and introduces chords. The songs chosen for this book represent a wide variety of musical tastes, designed to expose you to the voice of the traditional harp that has been present in many different cultures and times. I have included practice tips in each chapter, that will aid you in a learning process. This is a chapter which covers simple body management tools for maintaining optimum awareness while playing.