Flight of the Star Owls- F minor

Cinematic Celtic Harp Music! 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 her orchestral CD (A Grimm-ly Lit Forest, 2018) in a setting for 4 or more intermediate to advanced harps. Great cinematic writing gives all harps interesting and challenging parts and builds a sense of drama, tension, and excitement. 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! Score and parts are available in the original key of F minor, as well as 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 arrangement 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 excitement or extra practice opportunities. ************************************************* 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!