Alphonse Hasselmans

Petite Berceuse

Small Lullaby by Alphonse Hasselmans is a really sweet melody that can be played on lever or pedal Harps. Easy to play for both hands, it is perfect for medium-beginners (second years). Written on a double page, the finger positions are indicated to help the young players execute this piece properly. It will enable them to play a music piece aside from their usual exercises.

Alphonse Hasselmans (1845-1912) was a Belgian-born French Harpist, a great composer and renowned professor. He composed numerous pieces for Harp and transcribed numerous works for the Harp. He also edited and reviewed a collection of works by Bochsa. His most famous piece is a concert piece called The Wellspring, Op. 44.