Symetrie La Tombelle Fernand (de) - Fantaisie Ballade - Score
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Summary of This Score
In his Fantaisie Ballade for pedal harp, La Tombelle does not quote an identified traditional song but deliberately recreates the atmosphere of ancient ballades through expressive language and flexible construction, reinforced by the term "fantaisie." The main melody unfolds in three musical phrases, possibly a nod to the stanzas of certain medieval ballades, without adopting the principle of a recurring envoi that would explicitly evoke a specific poetic form. The result is a characterful work, both narrative and lyrical, designed to highlight the color and voice leading of a pedal harp.
This edition is based on an undated autograph draft, whose handwriting, despite its clarity, shows corrections and several practical indications related to the instrument's functioning. The editor has made occasional corrections (omissions) and, above all, clarifications on the pedal changes to make the reading more reliable during performance. Two glissandi, located at measures 92 and 151, are particularly documented: the composer indicates the "homophonic sounds" below the staff, the first corresponding to a diminished seventh, and the second (concluding) to a pentatonic scale. A valuable detail for preparing the harmony, choosing fingerings, and securing the sound realization both in concert and studio.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Classical | ||
| Composer | La Tombelle | Genre | classical score (romantic repertoire for harp) |
| Instrumentation | solo pedal harp (Érard harp) | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is this sheet music written for pedal harp?
The indicated instrumentation is solo pedal harp, specifically an Érard harp.
What pedal changes are indicated in La Tombelle's Fantaisie Ballade?
The edition provides details on pedal changes based on an undated autograph draft. Occasional corrections of omissions have also been included to ensure clarity. These instructions directly relate to the functioning of the pedal harp.
Where are the glissandi located in this harp piece?
Two glissandi are documented at measures 92 and 151. The first corresponds to a diminished seventh, while the final glissando employs a pentatonic scale.
Does the Fantaisie Ballade incorporate a traditional melody?
No traditional song identified is cited in the work. The writing recreates the atmosphere of old ballads through expressive language and flexible structure.
How is the main melody constructed?
The main melody unfolds in three musical phrases, possibly referencing the stanzas of some medieval ballads.
