O'Carolan's Planxty Johnston | Discovery 16 Sheet Music | Intermediate Harp

Turlough O'Carolan Toirdhealbhach Ó Cearbhalláim 1670 – 25 March 1738 was a blind harper, composer and singer in Ireland whose great fame is due to his gift for melodic composition.
For almost fifty years, Carolan journeyed from one end of Ireland to the other, composing and performing his tunes.Although not a composer in the classical sense, Carolan is considered by many to be Ireland's national composer.

This piece is found in the Bunting Collection and Carolan wrote it for Baptist Johnson of Tully Co Monaghan.

Master a Timeless Irish Classic on Your Discovery 16!

Bring a piece of Irish history to your harp with this beautiful arrangement of "Planxty Johnston." Composed by the legendary Turlough O’Carolan—widely regarded as Ireland’s national composer—this lively and elegant piece was originally written for Baptist Johnson of Tully.

Perfect for Intermediate Players
This arrangement is specifically tailored for the intermediate player, aligning with the International School of Musicians (ISOM) Grade 6 level. It’s the perfect challenge for those looking to expand their repertoire with a technically engaging and historically rich composition.

Key Details:

• Format: Digital PDF (Instant Download).
• Composer: Turlough O'Carolan (1670–1738).
• Skill Level: Intermediate (ISOM Grade 6).
• Harp Compatibility: Optimized for the Discovery 16, but playable on any 16-string (or larger) lever harp.

Add this O'Carolan masterpiece to your digital library today and keep the tradition of the traveling harper alive!