Composer

:

Philippe-Jacques Meyer

Genre

:

Chamber

Style

:

Chamber Music

Movement_count

:

3

Movement ....

Essai ou Méthode sur la vraie manière de jouer de la harpe is a harp method book composed by Philippe-Jacques Meyer. The book was published in Paris in 1785. It is considered one of the most important harp method books of the 18th century. The book is divided into three parts or movements. The first movement is dedicated to the basics of harp playing, including hand position, finger placement, and basic techniques such as arpeggios and scales. The second movement focuses on more advanced techniques such as harmonics, trills, and glissandos. The third movement is dedicated to the interpretation of music, including phrasing, dynamics, and ornamentation. One of the unique characteristics of Essai ou Méthode sur la vraie manière de jouer de la harpe is its emphasis on the importance of improvisation in harp playing. Meyer believed that improvisation was an essential part of harp playing and encouraged his students to develop their own improvisational skills. Another important characteristic of the book is its use of French harp notation. Meyer developed a new system of notation specifically for the harp, which was easier to read and more intuitive than the traditional system of notation used for other instruments. Essai ou Méthode sur la vraie manière de jouer de la harpe was well-received by harpists of the time and was widely used as a teaching tool. It remains an important resource for harpists today, providing valuable insights into the techniques and interpretation of harp music in the 18th century.

More....