The theme from Princess Mononoke is one of the most moving melodies in Japanese film music. It was composed by Joe Hisaishi for the animated masterpiece directed by Hayao Miyazaki and produced by Studio Ghibli.
Released in 1997, the film tells the story of Ashitaka and San—known as Princess Mononoke — in a world where forest spirits and humans struggle between protecting and exploiting nature. Joe Hisaishi’s music, both gentle and majestic, perfectly reflects the poetic and spiritual atmosphere of the story.
The main theme stands out for its simple yet deeply expressive melody, which lends itself beautifully to the harp. The natural, resonant sound of the instrument highlights the contemplative and emotional character of the music.
In this arrangement, I offer a beautiful two-page version for 34-string Celtic harp, carefully adapted to preserve the spirit of the original composition while remaining fluid and enjoyable to play on the harp.
Adapt for Lever Harp by Eve McTelenn
The PDF contains
34 String Version
Background of the Piece
Eve Mctelenn’s Help Version with fingering suggestions.
Key of E - 34 Strings Harp Friendly - Intermediate
One lever change.
Length: 2 pages
The theme from Princess Mononoke is one of the most moving melodies in Japanese film music. It was composed by Joe Hisaishi for the animated masterpiece directed by Hayao Miyazaki and produced by Studio Ghibli.
Released in 1997, the film tells the story of Ashitaka and San—known as Princess Mononoke — in a world where forest spirits and humans struggle between protecting and exploiting nature. Joe Hisaishi’s music, both gentle and majestic, perfectly reflects the poetic and spiritual atmosphere of the story.
The main theme stands out for its simple yet deeply expressive melody, which lends itself beautifully to the harp. The natural, resonant sound of the instrument highlights the contemplative and emotional character of the music.
In this arrangement, I offer a beautiful two-page version for 34-string Celtic harp, carefully adapted to preserve the spirit of the original composition while remaining fluid and enjoyable to play on the harp.
Adapt for Lever Harp by Eve McTelenn
The PDF contains
34 String Version
Background of the Piece
Eve Mctelenn’s Help Version with fingering suggestions.
Key of E - 34 Strings Harp Friendly - Intermediate
One lever change.
Length: 2 pages
