Dark and mysterious with 6/8 double jig Celtic energy, the mythical owls guide you to the edge of the forest.  Enjoy this first track from the orchestral album A Grimm-ly Lit Forest in a setting for 4 or more harps.  Great cinematic writing gives all harps interesting and challenging parts and builds a sense of drama, tension, and excitement.  You can listen to the original song that this arrangment is from at www.BlueSteerStudios.com

Melodies are chord based with fast moving obligato parts in the background showcasing a breathtaking display of technique, energy, and artistry.  Wide dynamic range, highly rhythmic and engaging, this piece is destined to be a show stopper with opportunities for all players to shine!

Available in the original key of F minor it is also available in E minor, a key more suitable for lever harps. 
Note range for E minor version is D1 through B6 and has a D# lever change.    
Note range for F minor version is E1 through C6.  If necessary your ensemble may choose to alter the parts as needed to accommodate different harp size ranges without affecting the overall effect of the piece.

Audio tracks are available for each part as well as the full arrangment so that you can hear how your part sounds.   Also available are music minus one tracks for each part so that you can play your part with the full ensemble for added fun and excitment or extra practice opportunities.

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About the Composer 
Laura Olson (ASCAP) is a retired California music educator with over 30 years of experience specializing in stringed instruments and orchestras. She holds a B.A. in Music Education and M.A. in Irish Traditional Music Performance (fiddle, flute, and harp). Her experience as a symphonic musician, ethnic musician, and Film/TV composer led her to combining the three aspects of music into her own compositions and arrangements; storybook music in cinematic style. She is the owner of her recording and publishing label Blue Steer Studios(ASCAP) which allows her to combine her composing skills with knowledge of both the business and publishing aspects of music industry. Winner of a Silver Ace Award from the Las Vegas Film Festival she has composed music for all types of media, including Film/TV, web and advertising, and her own personal music in audio CD and sheet music. In 2021 she took time off from composing to relocate her studio to Eastern Washington (Spokane) and is now getting started on new projects and pursuing music composition full time. Look for them soon!

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Discography 
Mossflower Country (2010) 
Border Guardians of Ackernon (2011) 
Gypsy Road (2012) which released with proceeds going to Fresno Bully Rescue and Animal Compassion Team 
Moon Trees and Sun Seas (2015) 
A Grimm-ly Lit Forest (2018). 
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Spotify: LauraOlsonMusic 
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Soundcloud https://soundcloud.com/laura-olson 
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WATCH THE Bb VERSION: You are viewing the arrangement for lap harp, which is in the key of F. To hear the Bb version played on a larger harp, go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s8WfrwixqGk

Overview: This Countrypolitan song made famous by Patsy Cline was written by a not-yet-famous Willie Nelson. The attitude of the protagonist has been described as variously bemused, bittersweet, and cathartic. What is it to you, and how can you bring that emotion into your playing?

My double-strung arrangement sets accidentals in the LH prior to playing, allowing the song to proceed without lever flips. The optional lever flip at the very end can be easily eliminated, making this song a great opportunity to practice flipping on the right with an easy recovery if you can’t get it in time.

Key and range: F major (one flat). 21x2 strings. G below middle C through F. Preset F#, G#, B natural, and C#. (LARGER HARPS: For harps with C below middle C or lower, get the Bb version here: www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/crazy-patsy-cline-for-double-strung-harp-digital-sheet-music/21815694)

Lever changes: One optional lever change on the right. Set four accidentals on the left before playing.

Good for: Parties, performance.

Double-strung effects: Preset accidentals on the left allow for jazzy chords without lever flips. If you’ve been hesitant about moving your LH into the melody area, this is your chance to learn. You can gently move out of your comfort zone by only switching hands for these accidentals, or you can take it a step further with optional echoed notes and an optional RH lever flip.

Characteristics: The LH and RH usually play together, but with several held notes and a melody that doesn’t always strike on the downbeat, the hands play separately at least 25% of the time. There are a few instances that call for wider than an octave spread. Most chords are LH 1-5-8, 1-5-7, or 1-3-5-8. The RH has almost no chords. There are very few sixteenth notes. The most complicated placements are in the introduction with one slide and one cross-over.

Finger placement: Finger number suggestions are provided for key phrases with bolded L/R for levered accidentals. Numbers above the notes are suggestions for the RH (marked with R or R# when they occur in the bottom staff). Numbers below the notes are suggestions for the LH (marked with L or L# when they occur in the top staff).

Notation: Chord symbols are provided; lyrics are included separately. Treble clef used in both staves.

Length: 2 pages. 40 measures. 2:30 minutes.

Page turns: None if you print.