Leduc SCHMIDT ERIC - SIX ETUDES POUR HARPE
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Summary of This Score
Six Studies is a set of six études for pedal harp conceived as a complete technical workshop, while maintaining true musicality through contrasting tempi, time signatures, and characters. This collection is aimed at harpists wishing to consolidate their skills and develop a more stable, flexible, and precise technique, whether in lessons, at the conservatory, or through independent practice.
Each piece emphasizes a key aspect of harp technique. Study I, Allegro (3/4, tempo 120), establishes playing energy and clear rhythmic placement. Study II, Vivace (4/4, tempo 132), specifically targets finger flexibility with a finger sequence indicated for the right hand (4-1-3-1-2-1-3-1-4), excellent for working on evenness and fluidity. Study III, Lento (3/4, tempo 48), focuses on arpeggios : an essential passage to gain regularity, tone, and continuity of phrasing.
Study IV, Andante con moto (3/4, tempo 92), continues the same flexibility goal as the second study, while adding chords placed on beat "1", which enhances attack precision and hand control. Study V, Con Bravura (6/8), offers chord work with few pedal changes, perfect for developing projection and confidence without overcomplicating mechanical management. Finally, Study VI, Leggiero Volante (4/4), longer than the others, further deepens finger flexibility and introduces glissandi as well as pedal changes, for a more comprehensive approach to the concert harp.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Classical | Publication | Sheet music |
| Composer | Eric Schmidt | Genre | Études (pedagogical score) |
| Arranger | Pierre Jamet (revision and edition) | Difficulty | Advanced intermediate to advanced |
| Instrumentation | Pedal harp | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is this sheet music intended for pedal harp only?
The sheet music is written for pedal harp and includes pedal changes in Study VI, Leggiero Volante.
What level is required to play Six Études by Eric Schmidt?
The six études are aimed at an advanced intermediate to advanced level. Study VI, being longer, combines finger flexibility, glissando, and pedal changes.
Which études develop finger flexibility on the harp?
Study II, Vivace in 4/4 at quarter note = 132, targets finger flexibility. A right hand fingering 4-1-3-1-2-1-3-1-4 is indicated. Study IV, Andante con moto in 3/4 at quarter note = 92, continues this work with chords placed on the first beat.
Are there many pedal changes in this collection?
Study V, Con Bravura in 6/8, includes few pedal changes. Pedal changes are more extensively addressed in Study VI.
Who revised and edited the Six Études for harp by Eric Schmidt?
Pierre Jamet is responsible for the revision and edition of this classic work. Eric Schmidt is the composer.
