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Maud Morgan (harpist)
Maud Morgan (November 22, 1860 – December 2, 1941) was an American harpist who had a long and distinguished career spanning over 60 years. She was one of the pioneering solo harpists on the American concert stage, and ranked among the most famous and influential harpists in history. She is considered the first American to perform as a solo harpist on the American concert stage. Biography Early life and training Maud Morgan was born in New York City in 1860 to parents of English-Irish descent. Her father was George Washbourne Morgan, a noted organist originally from Gloucester, England, who had immigrated to New York in 1853. He was related to the Lord Mayor of London and had performed for Queen Victoria when she was still a princess. From a young age, Morgan showed prodigious musical talents. She began piano lessons at age 5 but soon transitioned to focusing on the harp. Morgan received an extensive musical education under her father's tutelage, studying theory, technique, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Harpist
The harp is a stringed musical instrument that has individual string (music), strings running at an angle to its sound board (music), soundboard; the strings are plucked with the fingers. Harps can be made and played in various ways, standing or sitting, and in orchestras or concerts. Its most common form is triangular in shape and made of wood. Some have multiple rows of strings and pedal attachments. Ancient depictions of harps were recorded in Mesopotamia (now Iraq), Iran, Persia (now Iran) and Ancient Egypt, Egypt, and later in India and China. By medieval times harps had spread across Europe. Harps were found across the Americas where it was a popular Folk music, folk tradition in some areas. Distinct designs also emerged from the African continent. Harps have symbolic political traditions and are often used in logos, including in Ireland. Historically, strings were made of sinew (animal tendons). Other materials have included catgut, gut (animal intestines), plant fiber ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
