These Multi-level pieces were initially arranged in an A Version. When thatwas completed, it was then simplified to form a B Version. The B Version has thinner lines and allowsmore time for placing the fingers. The purpose is to permit harpists of variousplaying levels to enjoy performing together.

This is a cool, relaxed, swaying in the breeze four verse arrangement ofa Caribbean favorite in the key of D. The stopped off-beats throughout thepiece sound like the waves gently lapping against a boat. The melody is equallydivided between parts. Dynamics are clearly marked.

This famous Shaker ?quick dance? has many names includingTis a Gift to be Simple, Simple Gifts, and Lord of the Dance.Aaron Copland included the melody in his ballet, Appalachian Spring(1944). Arrangements of Simple Gifts has been sung at three US PresidentialInaugurations (1985, 1993 and 2009).



The Multi-level pieces were initially arranged in an AVersion. When that was completed, it was then simplified to form the BVersion. The B Version has thinner linesand allows more time for placing the fingers. The purpose is to permit harpistsof various playing levels to enjoy performing together.

In the key of D, the melody is divided evenly between parts. There are nopedal or lever changes. Dynamics are clearly marked. Shaker songs were quite sungoften in rounds.

You will receive the Score, Harp I, andHarp II.