Episode of Series “We Make Music”.
Osian Ellis describes the development of the harp from Biblical times. The complexities of the pedals and their uses, together with various methods of playing are demonstrated. Includes Gavette en Ronda by Bach.
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
321187
Language
English
Subject categories
Documentary → Documentary films - Great Britain
Music & Performing Arts → Music
Music & Performing Arts → Music - History and criticism
Music & Performing Arts → Musical instruments
Music & Performing Arts → Musical instruments - Construction
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)