A Thousand and One Nights, Duet for Pedal Harps

Johann Stauss, Jr. used themes from his operetta, Indigo and the Forty Thieves, to create this wonderful orchestra piece. The mysterious Arabian introduction is followed by three Waltzes. Waltz II is the most famous melody. This melodious concert arrangement is for Pedal Harp. There is also a Lever Harp version, and the two may be performed together. The Pedal and Lever Harp versions are not exactly the same. They differ in the pedal/lever markings, harmony notes and which harp is playing the melody note. The Waltz sections are clearly marked. Johanns youngest brother, Eduard, was a harpist. He conducted his own orchestra from his harp. He is the only Strauss brother to tour in the United States.