Amazing Grace
(for lever and pedal harp) - $5
Luscious jazz chords make this beginner / intermediate arrangement a
must for any harpist’s repertoire. Only two pedal changes and only
seven lever changes. Easy page turns and Performance Notes on the last
page. Excellent for worship services, healing, and hospice. Be Thou My Vision
(for lever and pedal harp) - $5
This intermediate arrangement is a note-for-note transcription of the
hymn arrangement on The Soul of the Harp CD. It
incorporates J.S. Bach's Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring weaving in
and out throughout the piece. Appropriate for weddings and worship
services. Blessed Assurance (for pedal harp) - $6
This intermediate/advanced arrangement is a note-for-note
transcription of the very popular hymn arrangement on the
Streams of Living Water CD. This piece incorporates various
jazz techniques including slap bass and touch damp, and ends with wild
glisses. Great concert piece or encore. This one will wake them up in
the pews! Come, Christians, Join to Sing (for lever and pedal
harp) - $5
The familiar hymn tune has been jazzed up as only Frank Voltz can do
it! If you like slap bass, walking bass, and syncopation, you'll love
this one. The piece changes keys after the second verse but it is well
marked and easy to navigate. Only four lever changes (or pedal
changes) and a gliss at the end. This piece is perfect for any worship
service. It will certainly wake them up in the pews. Harpin’ Hyfrydol (for pedal harp) - $5
Don’t let the title fool you! This is the familiar hymn tune, “Jesus, What a Friend for Sinners” and “Alleluia, Sing to Jesus.” First verse is lovely and harpistic; second verse is very jazzy. This piece can be modified for lever harp.
He Hideth My Soul (for lever and pedal harp) - $5
This arrangement has no accidentals - no lever changes / no pedal
changes. Frank goes DIATONIC! But this arrangement has the jazz chords
and the rich sonorities that his arrangements are known for. This is
an expressive arrangement - full of rolled chords and arpeggios. This
piece is perfect for any worship service or memorial service.
He's Got the Whole World in His Hands (for lever and pedal harp) - $5
This jazzy arrangement has it all - walking bass, touch damp, triplet
patterns, and two key changes (minimal lever changes / only a few
pedal changes). It has the jazz chords and the rich sonorities that
his arrangements are known for. Frank has performed this piece in
concert for years; however, this new publication is a longer, fuller,
and more expressive arrangement - full of block chords, rolled chords,
arpeggios, and a very flashy ending! This piece is perfect for any
worship service. Don't be afraid to wake them up in the pews.
It is Well with My Soul (for lever and pedal harp) - $5
This dramatic arrangement has a bit of everything - lush rolled chords, only
three lever
changes (or pedal changes), glissandi, and harmonics. This piece is perfect
for any worship service, wedding, or funeral.
Joyful,
Joyful, We Adore Thee (for lever and pedal harp) - $5
This intermediate arrangement uses many jazzy elements: lots of slap
bass, walking bass, and very jazzy chords. This one will add
unexpected excitement to your congregation.
The Love Letter (for pedal harp) - $6
Frank's first published original composition. A slow, moody, and rhapsodic piece with a haunting melody, followed by a quick middle section, a fun cadenza, and finishing as it began.
Peace Medley (for pedal
harp) - $6
This intermediate/advanced arrangement is a juxtaposition of two songs
- Wonderful Peace which is lush, melodic, and very harpistic;
and I've Got Peace Like a River which is rhythmic, percussive,
and very jazzy (with five variations). It is a note-for-note
transcription of the arrangement on the Streams of Living Water
CD. This piece incorporates various jazz techniques including slap
bass and walking bass, and includes a "gliss to nowhere" variation.
You gotta check this one out! Praise to the Lord (for lever harp) - $5
The familiar hymn tune, Lobe Den Herren, has been jazzed up as only
Frank Voltz can do it! The first verse is traditional with large, lush
rolled chords in 3/4 time, but then it gets interesting. The second
verse is tango / habanera style and exudes a Spanish flair in 4/4
time. The last verse is even more expressive than the previous verse.
It has a Latin Salsa feel. This jazzy arrangement has the jazz chords
and the rich sonorities that his arrangements are known for. Frank
recorded this piece on “The Soul of the Harp” CD but just recently
transcribed it. He has performed this piece in concert for years. This
piece is perfect for any worship service. Don’t be afraid to wake them
up in the pews! Pray-lude (for pedal harp) - $5
An original composition in A minor. Lyrical yet haunting.
Reminiscent of romantic movie scores.
Savior, Like a Shepherd Lead Us (for pedal harp) - $5
Using a familiar chord progression by Erik Satie, this hymn takes on a charming flavor in 3/4 time.
Softly and Tenderly (for pedal harp) - $5
A soothing arrangement with subtle movement and effective use of glissandi.
Sunday School Medley (for lever and pedal harp) - $6
A medley of “Jesus Loves Me,” “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star,” and
“This Little Light of Mine.” Lots of slap bass, walking bass, and very
jazzy chords.
Sweet Hour of Prayer (for lever and pedal harp) - $5
This arrangement opens with chords that possess a bell-like quality -
almost like chimes. It is sweet, lyrical, and relaxing - perfect for
Offertory or Communion. It has a bit of everything - lush rolled
chords, a few lever changes (or a few pedal changes), glissandi, two
harmonics, hand-over-hand chords. It is a delight to the listeners'
ears.
This Is My Father's World (for lever and pedal harp) - $5
This familiar hymn is one of Frank’s favorites. Instead of speeding it
up, he has slowed it down and turned it into a ballad – with lush jazz
chords (7ths, 9ths, 11ths, 13ths), slow glisses, and p.d.l.t. This is
a lovely arrangement that will linger in the congregation’s ears.
There are two lever changes that repeat three times – so although
there are six lever changes, it is the same lever engaged and
disengaged over and over, or the same pedal change over and over. This
is a new arrangement that Frank has not recorded… yet! Two Traditional Wedding Marches (for lever & pedal
harp) - $5
Two for the price of one! This contains the definitive arrangement of
Trumpet Tune and Trumpet Voluntary. A must-have for the
wedding harpist. We Give Thee But Thine Own (for pedal harp) - $4
This intermediate arrangement utilizes 4-note chords in each hand, octaves, and glisses to create a stately rendition of the hymn tune.
What a Friend We Have in Jesus (for pedal harp) - $5
The first verse is syncopated and second verse changes keys and takes on a blues flavor. Can be modified for lever harp.
Winter’s Largo – (for lever and pedal harp) - $5
This intermediate arrangement of the familiar classical piece is perfect for weddings. A simple yet effective bass pattern makes this arrangement a classic!
Wonderful Words of Life (for pedal harp) - $5
An upbeat arrangement full of jazz chords, stride bass, a waltz section, a swing section, lots of glisses, and lots of syncopation. The perfect “sparkler” or encore in church.
Wondrous Love / Wondrous Cross (for lever & pedal harp) - $5
A medley of two favorite hymns: What Wondrous Love is This and When I Survey the Wondrous Cross. These two hymns are interwoven with languid arpeggios that create a gentle, flowing mood. Perfect for Communion or Offertory.
Abby's Song (for lever and pedal harp) - $5
An original composition requiring with three glissandos and three lever
or pedal
changes. Easily mastered and perfect for wedding prelude or background
music repertoire. If you like Peace Be with You, you'll love
this piece. Above the Clouds (for lever and pedal harp) - $5
An original composition requiring no lever changes and no pedal
changes. Easily mastered and perfect for wedding prelude.
Ambiance (for lever and pedal harp) - $5
An original composition requiring no lever changes and no pedal
changes. This one is very pretty, meditative, relaxing, harpistic -
with lots of arpeggios. This piece can be played for any occasion
(especially appropriate for harp therapy) and is easily accessible for
the beginner/intermediate harpist. If you like Wondrous Love /
Wondrous Cross and Strolling through the Strings, you'll
love this piece.
Can-Can (for 4-HARP
ENSEMBLE) - $15
Frank has taken the orchestral score of the Can-Can from "Orpheus in
the Underworld" by Jacques Offenbach and arranged it for four lever or
pedal harps. This arrangement is perfect for beginner / intermediate
ensembles and is a great addition to concert repertoire at harp
conferences.
Celestial (for lever and pedal harp) - $5
An original composition in D Major that is easily accessible for the
beginner/intermediate harpist. It is simple, yet beautiful. This piece
is great for weddings, worship, and memorial services; and would be a
great addition to your background music repertoire. If you like
Above the Clouds and Dreaming of You, you'll love this
piece. It has two glissandos and no pedal or lever changes, and page
turns are easy.
Coming Home (for lever and pedal harp) - $5
Frank goes DIATONIC. This original composition has no lever or pedal
changes. It is full of lush jazz chords and is reminiscent of his very
popular compositions from the "Celestial" CD project. The left hand
has familiar octave and tenth patterns, and the right hand plays a
lovely melody.
Dreaming of You (for lever and pedal harp) - $5
An original composition of moderate difficulty but requiring only
three lever changes and only one pedal change. Perfect for wedding
prelude.
From Dusk Till Dawn (for lever and pedal harp) - $5
An original composition in Eb Major with minimal (only three) pedal or
lever changes. This piece is a study in rolled chords. Most chords
have three notes in the left hand and four notes in the right hand.
This piece can be played for any occasion and is easily accessible for
the beginner/intermediate harpist.
Peace Be with You (for lever and pedal harp) - $5
Frank has created another easy-to-read, easy-to-play,
no-lever/pedal-changes original composition. If you like Above the
Clouds and Summer Rain, you'll love this new piece. Yes,
you read it right - no lever or pedal changes. This is another perfect
selection for recital, wedding, or background music.
Reminiscence (for lever and pedal harp) - $5
This is an original composition in A minor for pedal and lever harp by
Frank Voltz. It has a beautiful melody and is easily accessible for
the beginner/intermediate harpist. It has a short cadenza that
transitions back into the main theme. The piece ends on a lovely yet
unpredictable chord. This piece is great for wedding preludes,
worship, and memorial services; and would be a great addition to your
background music repertoire. Minimal pedal or lever changes, and page
turns are easy.
Sapphire Nocturne (for lever and pedal harp) - $5
An original composition in A minor with several glissandos and only
two pedal or lever changes. This composition has the musical quality
of movie "love theme" music. This piece can be played for any occasion
and is easily accessible for the beginner/intermediate harpist.
However, there are four measures of sixteenth notes that may be
challenging to an early beginner. Otherwise, this piece is not
difficult.
A Scott Joplin Montage (for 3-HARP
ENSEMBLE) - $12
Frank has taken two familiar Scott Joplin pieces and woven them into a
lively and exciting arrangement that is fun to play. The "Peacherine
Rag" and "Bethena" are two pieces that are heard often in movie scores
and are recognizably Scott Joplin but are not so "overdone" as "The
Entertainer" or "The Maple Leaf Rag." All parts are required, i.e., no
parts are optional. The melody bounced back and forth through all the
parts. All parts are the same level of difficulty. Lever and pedal
markings are clearly notated. Lever changes are easy with plenty of
time to engage the lever between notes. Page turns are easy. A
full-size Conductor's Score is included (also easy to read). This is a
great finale for student recitals. This is also a great teaching aid
for harp instructors. In April 2009, this piece was premiered by the
American Youth Harp Ensemble at their Gala Concert in Richmond, VA. To
order your copy,
click here.
Sunday Afternoon (for lever and pedal harp) - $5
Frank has created another original composition in F Major for pedal
and lever harp. This composition has the musical quality of movie
theme music – think "love song" but with a more relaxed feeling. This
piece can be played for any occasion and is easily accessible for the
beginner/intermediate harpist. If you like Summer Rain and
Strolling through the Strings, you’ll love this piece. Minimal
(only four) pedal or lever changes, and page turns are easy.
Strolling through the Strings (for lever and pedal harp solo) - $5
An original composition for the beginner / intermediate harpist
including lush chords and glissandi that captivate the listener's ear.
Very simple lever changes with plenty of time to engage and disengage
the levers. Easy pedaling clearly marked. This piece can be played on
lever harps tuned in C and Eb. Easy page turns and Performance Notes
on the last page. Another great addition to any harpist’s repertoire.
Strolling through the Strings (for
4-HARP ENSEMBLE) - $12
Frank has taken his popular original composition for the beginner / intermediate harpist
and arranged it for 4-harp ensemble. This arrangement includes the
same lush chords and glissandi as the original. Very
simple lever changes with plenty of time to engage and disengage the levers,
and pedal markings are notated as well. The conductor's score (large
print and easy to read) is included with four separate parts.
Summer Rain (for lever and pedal harp) - $5
An original composition requiring no lever changes and no pedal
changes. Easily mastered and perfect for wedding prelude.
Waltz of the Flowers (for 4-HARP
ENSEMBLE with optional SOLOIST'S CADENZA) - $15
Frank has taken the orchestral score of the Waltz of the Flowers from
"The Nutcracker" and arranged it for four lever or pedal harps. What
makes this arrangement truly unique is the optional fifth part
including the soloist's cadenza. The soloist's cadenza is an
adaptation of the original cadenza and has been edited to accommodate
the range of a 36-string lever harp. The original cadenza (not
included) extends beyond the lowest C of a 36-string lever harp and
can be used if the soloist is playing a pedal harp or a lever harp
with a range of A below the lowest C. The soloist cadenza provides an
opportunity to feature an advanced harpist within the ensemble
arrangement for beginner / intermediate level. A Conductor's Score is
included.
Winter Wind (for lever and pedal harp) - $5
Although the introduction might remind you of a familiar introduction
by Gabriel Faure, this piece has its own identity and quickly turns in
another direction. The right hand plays a triplet pattern that recurs
throughout the piece - like a constant blowing wind. The melody is
rhapsodic as in many of Frank's compositions, and the ending comes to
a haunting finish - inviting the listener to imagine how and when the
winter wind will end. Only two lever / pedal changes. |
