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Derek Harps On
Добавлен 29 дек 2021
Hi Everyone!
I'm Derek, a beginner Harpist from Canada. I post my journey learning the harp and hope that my videos help you relax, unwind and enjoy harp music. I play both Pedal and Celtic harp, my pedal harp is a Salvi Aurora and my lever harp is a Dusty Strings Crescendo.
Happy Harping!
Derek
I'm Derek, a beginner Harpist from Canada. I post my journey learning the harp and hope that my videos help you relax, unwind and enjoy harp music. I play both Pedal and Celtic harp, my pedal harp is a Salvi Aurora and my lever harp is a Dusty Strings Crescendo.
Happy Harping!
Derek
Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring - Classic Harp - Arr. Christy-Lyn Marias
Happy September Everyone,
A little late but this is a fantastic song that recently has become very popular as a wedding processional. The constant triplets of this piece can cause a lot of buzzing, I think that was the hardest thing to get right in recording.
Hope you enjoy and hope all is well!
#harpcover #bachmusic #classicalmusiccover #weddingmusic #weddinginspiration
A little late but this is a fantastic song that recently has become very popular as a wedding processional. The constant triplets of this piece can cause a lot of buzzing, I think that was the hardest thing to get right in recording.
Hope you enjoy and hope all is well!
#harpcover #bachmusic #classicalmusiccover #weddingmusic #weddinginspiration
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Salvi Una vs Dusty Strings Crescendo Harp Comparison
Просмотров 1,5 тыс.21 день назад
Hi Everyone, Today we are testing out two amazing harps, the Dusty Strings Crescendo and the Salvi Una. With this very amateur video I hope to share some of the great features of both harps and allow folks to hear these two harps and decide which they like/prefer. Hope you enjoy, listen with Headphones for the best experience. Time Stamps: 0:00 - Introduction 5:53 - Salvi una Insights and Sound...
Neil Gow's Lament - Celtic Harp Cover - Arr. Ailie Robertson
Просмотров 730Месяц назад
Hi Everyone! I hope you enjoy this classic Celtic piece. The full name of the piece is Neil Gow's Lament for the Death of his Second Wife (I haven't heard a lament for his first wife!) I thought it would be a nice touch to add Sunsets and Sunrises from Ireland to the video for some added depth. Hope you enjoy! Derek #celticharp #harpcover #harpmusic #relaxingmusic #learningtheharp #spreadsomejoy
Bittersweet - Relaxing Harp - Celtic Harp - Arr. Kim Robertson
Просмотров 1,4 тыс.Месяц назад
Hi Everyone, I can't believe it's July already. I hope you enjoy this Kim Robertson piece. It's a joy to play but there are a few measures that are particularly challenging. Enjoy and thanks to everyone for Liking, Commenting and Subscribing. Derek
Wind Scene- Chrono Trigger - Harp Cover - Arr. Samantha Ballard
Просмотров 1,1 тыс.2 месяца назад
Hi Everyone, If you haven't heard of @SamanthaBallard you're missing out on some amazing Harp Covers and arrangements. This Wind Theme from the video game Chrono Trigger is one of my favourites and it sparks so many memories of playing this game. Hope you enjoy! #harpcover #videogames #videogamemusic #harp #music #beginnerharp
Fairytale - Shrek - Harp Cover - Arr. Carrie Tollett
Просмотров 2,8 тыс.3 месяца назад
Hi Everyone, I'm hoping you're all having a wonderful start to June. This cover instantly reminds me of my childhood and watching and rewatching one of my favourite movies, Shrek. Thanks so much @LearningtheHarp for arranging this piece
The Rose - Bette Midler - Harp Cover - Arr. Elena Janzen
Просмотров 1,1 тыс.4 месяца назад
Hi Everyone, Wishing you all a fantastic Mother's Day to those who celebrate. Sometimes there are songs that just remind you of your childhood and The Rose by Bette Midler 100% brings back memories of my mom. Also, I acknowledge the irony of using carnations in this video and thumbnail ;) Ha! This video is for my Mom, happy Mother's Day Mom! #harpmusic #harpcover #relaxing #relaxingmusic #begin...
Beltane (Là Bealltainn) - Celtic Harp - Arr. Ailie Robertson
Просмотров 1,1 тыс.4 месяца назад
Happy First day of May everyone! I hope it's sunny where you are, I'm definitely enjoying the sunshine here and celebrating Beltane. This arrangement celebrates the coming Spring, symbolizing the day where Spring is at its peak and the coming summer (at least in the Northern hemisphere). Hope you enjoy! #harpmusic #relaxingmusic #spring #harpcover
Somewhere Over the Rainbow - Wizard of Oz - Harp Cover - Arr. Christy-Lyn Dose
Просмотров 2,5 тыс.4 месяца назад
Hi Everyone, We're enjoying a wet April here and the sky has been full of these amazing rainbows so I thought this was the perfect time to learn this song. The arrangement is a fantastic and accessible piece from Learn the Harp Hope you all enjoy! #harpmusic #harpcover #wizardofoz #relaxing
Concerning Hobbits - Lord of the Rings - Harp Cover - Arr. Carrie Tollett
Просмотров 1,4 тыс.5 месяцев назад
Hi Everyone! Another favourite movie franchise of mine, I was so excited when Learning the Harp did this arrangement. Hoping you enjoy! #harpmusic #harpcover #lordoftherings
She Moved Through the Fair - Traditional Celtic - Arr. Ailie Robertson
Просмотров 2,3 тыс.5 месяцев назад
Hi Everyone, As St Patrick's day is tomorrow I wanted to share another favourite Celtic Air, She Moved Through the Fair. This song comes with lyrics (which I won't sing) about a man whose fiancee dies after going to the fair. "Last night she came to me, my dead love came in. So softly she came that her feet made no din As she laid her hand on me and this she did say "It will not be long, love, ...
Takeda Lullaby - Japanese Folksong - Arr.Tasmin Dearnley
Просмотров 2,1 тыс.6 месяцев назад
Hi Everyone! I hope you're well, I wanted to share this wonderful Japanese lullaby. The folk song tells the story of a young girl who is forced to leave her family and village to go to work for a rich family on the other side of a mountain. I encourage you to learn more. Hope you enjoy! #japanesefolksong #folksongs #harpmusic #harpcover
Fly Me to the Moon - Frank Sinatra - Jazz Harp Cover - Arr. Scarlet Smith
Просмотров 1,9 тыс.7 месяцев назад
Wishing Everyone a Happy Early Valentine's Day! This is one of my favourite songs, I found it difficult to play on the harp (as a lot of Jazz can be) due to the swing rhythm (which I might not have kept throughout). Either way, hope you enjoy this piece and one of my favourite songs. #learningtheharp #beginnerharp #harpcover #harpmusic #jazzmusic #jazz #franksinatracover #franksinatra
Oogway Ascends - Kung Fu Panda - Harp Cover - Arr. Heather Downie
Просмотров 1,5 тыс.7 месяцев назад
Oogway Ascends - Kung Fu Panda - Harp Cover - Arr. Heather Downie
Water Spirit - Celtic Harp - Arr. Kim Robertson
Просмотров 1,9 тыс.8 месяцев назад
Water Spirit - Celtic Harp - Arr. Kim Robertson
White Christmas - Christmas Harp - Harp Cover - Arr. Carrie Tollett
Просмотров 1,2 тыс.9 месяцев назад
White Christmas - Christmas Harp - Harp Cover - Arr. Carrie Tollett
The Parting Glass - Traditional Scottish - Harp Cover - Arr. Ailie Robertson
Просмотров 2,3 тыс.10 месяцев назад
The Parting Glass - Traditional Scottish - Harp Cover - Arr. Ailie Robertson
The Autumn Leaves - Jazz Harp Cover - Arr. Ailie Robertson
Просмотров 4,5 тыс.11 месяцев назад
The Autumn Leaves - Jazz Harp Cover - Arr. Ailie Robertson
Marelles #8 - Relaxing Harp - Arr. Bernard Andrès
Просмотров 1,2 тыс.Год назад
Marelles #8 - Relaxing Harp - Arr. Bernard Andrès
A Thousand Years - Christina Perri - Harp Cover - Arr Christy Lyn Dose
Просмотров 2,1 тыс.Год назад
A Thousand Years - Christina Perri - Harp Cover - Arr Christy Lyn Dose
Marelles # 7 - Relaxing Harp - Arr. Bernard Andrès
Просмотров 1,5 тыс.Год назад
Marelles # 7 - Relaxing Harp - Arr. Bernard Andrès
Siciliana - Classical Harp - Arr. Marcel Grandjany
Просмотров 2,6 тыс.Год назад
Siciliana - Classical Harp - Arr. Marcel Grandjany
Fields of Gold - Sting - Harp Cover- Arr. Christy Lyn Dose
Просмотров 3,8 тыс.Год назад
Fields of Gold - Sting - Harp Cover- Arr. Christy Lyn Dose
Reverie - Classical Harp - Arr. Marcel Grandjany
Просмотров 2,9 тыс.Год назад
Reverie - Classical Harp - Arr. Marcel Grandjany
O'Carolan's Lament - Traditional Irish - Arr. Kim Robertson
Просмотров 1,9 тыс.Год назад
O'Carolan's Lament - Traditional Irish - Arr. Kim Robertson
Can You Feel the Love Tonight - The Lion King - Disney Arr. Anne Crosby Gaudet
Просмотров 5 тыс.Год назад
Can You Feel the Love Tonight - The Lion King - Disney Arr. Anne Crosby Gaudet
Vincent (Starry Starry Night) - Don McLean - Harp Cover - Arr. Carrie Tollet
Просмотров 3,3 тыс.Год назад
Vincent (Starry Starry Night) - Don McLean - Harp Cover - Arr. Carrie Tollet
Somewhere In My Memory - Home Alone - Christmas Harp - Arr. Jodi Ann Tolman
Просмотров 11 тыс.Год назад
Somewhere In My Memory - Home Alone - Christmas Harp - Arr. Jodi Ann Tolman
In the Bleak Midwinter - Christmas Harp - Gustav Holst Arr. Tamsin Dearnley
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In the Bleak Midwinter - Christmas Harp - Gustav Holst Arr. Tamsin Dearnley
You're Still the One - Shania Twain - Arr. Anne Crosby Gaudet
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You're Still the One - Shania Twain - Arr. Anne Crosby Gaudet
Thanks so much to you and your friend for this! I have a Dusty Ravenna and I love it but I've definitely noticed that it's harder to make the high strings sound musical when playing forte. Do you happen to know approximately what the price levels are between these harps? And where would you get a case to fit the Salvi correctly?
Wow
Thanks so much!
Gorgeous! Very nicely done, didn’t want it to end 😊
Thanks so much Colleen ❤️
Derek! Beautiful Beautiful!!! 🦋💕🦋
Thank you so much!
It sounds much better when you play it than when I do.
I’ve heard your videos and they are great!
@@derekharpson Than you. I'm both pleased with my progress and frustrated with it at the same time......
Amazingly well done, Derek!!
Thanks so much Paul!
Just in time for Classical Music Appreciation Month❤Well done, Derek!
Oh I didn’t know it was Classical music month! Interesting
A string group played this at my daughter's wedding, beautiful!
Oh that would be wonderful! Such a special treat
Oh this is so lovely, really enjoyed this!
Awe. Thanks so much
Lovely
Thanks!
Really great!
Thanks
Wow such a lovely treat for a wedding, well played
Thanks!
I loved listening to it. Very calming and relaxing. Thank you for sharing!
Thanks so much Steph!
Definitely the Dusty. Most definitely.
Oh I agree it’s such a great harp
Did the Salvi have fluorocarbon strings or gut?
So they have nylon strings, no gut strings
You can get the Una with silk gut strings now. That is what was on the Una I tried. I had a Crescendo at that time.
So lovely! Thanks for sharing this song with us.
Thanks so much for listening, appreciate it!
Don't know anything about harps but the Dusty sounded richer and natural, the other sounded almost tinny and sterile
Very interesting, glad you liked the Dusty
Very interesting. I like both! Actually, I think I prefer the Crescendo in the bass and the Una in the treble, but if I had to pick just one, I think it would be the Crescendo due to the warm, resonant low end. The Una just doesn't seem to have the power in the lower frequencies, even though the bell-like clarity is stunning in the treble. (And I agree with the comments about not classifying yourself as a beginner!) I have a large collection of lever harps, including a Dusty Ravenna 34 in gut stringing with Camac levers, a Dusty Boulevard (pedal tension, Loveland levers), a Salvi Gaia 38 (pedal tension), a L&H Prelude 40, a Rees Aberdeen Meadows 36 in the optional lower A-A stringing, multiple Rees double-strung harps (which I LOVE), just to name a few. Beautiful playing, Derek! -Gregg
I’ve always wanted to try a double strung! I hear the Rees line is beautiful. The only thing I’ll say about the Crescendo (at least mine) is that the bass is a bit too strong. I actually have to muffle the sometimes but I do love the warm resonance of the crescendo (if only you could merge them).
@@derekharpson Interesting; I didn't think a harp could have too much bass, haha! I have two preowned Rees floor doubles that are both larger than their current largest double model (Mariposa). Mine are a Double Aberdeen Meadows 36x2, again in the lower A-A stringing, and a Double Corlieu Falls 33x2 (the first one they ever made, owned by Darlene Walton), whose soundbox is larger than their double Mariposa 34x2. I also have a cute little Double Morgan Meghan 27x2, though the tension is nearly as light as their Harpsicles.
What are the weights of these 2 harps? And is the Salvi harp nylon strings...no gut?
The Una is 25 pounds and the Crescendo is 24 pounds. The Una is nylon strings, no gut strings on either harps
As another Crescendo player, I really appreciate the mention of the longer legs! I had no idea they were an option but will definitely be looking into them. Cheers!
Another person told me that there’s actually 3 options for legs. Everyday learning something
@@derekharpson great video, by the way, thanks for the comparison. Glad you got the chance to harp-sit for a while . I always enjoy stumbling across new pieces as you do them - I particularly liked Takeda Lullaby, and the piece you played here was lovely as well
Thank you for this comparison. I appreciate your comments and playing. I have a small, 30 string, harp with concert harp spacing and tension. The only thing I wish I had was more strings! Nevertheless, I know my harp is perfect for me.
That’s what’s really important, any arrangement can be adapted but the connection you have with your harp is key!
Thank you for this review! I have a Salvi Una but I rarely hear people talking about them, so I really enjoyed this. Now, if only I could play as beautifully as you do!
Thanks so much, it’s a beautiful harp that deserves to be talked about!
Great for you to share your thorough insights about these two harps Derek! I fall for deep rich bass, so my vote goes with the Crescendo. Great playing, as always!
Awe thanks so much! To be honest I got the idea from your Harp video
@@derekharpson Awe, I am honored!
I like the Salvi Una ❤
It’s an awesome harp, I can see why!
I preferred the Dusty Strings. To my surprise.
That’s awesome, always good to be pleasantly surprised
Great playing with feeling
Thanks so much!
I tried both of these in a store, went with the salvia and haven't regretted it. It just speaks more to me
The Salvi is a gorgeous harp. I love my pedal harp from them and I started on a Salvi Mia and loved it
Lovely comparison, good job Derek! Both harps sounded great, but they both have a different character. When you played the same piece on both harps, it took me to different places each time, if you know what I mean? The Crescendo sounded more mellow and took me to an enchanted forest, the Una was more resonant and reminded me of a glittering lake in the sunlight.
I love the imagery you shared, such a great mental image and one I agree with. I hope to always be in that mellow forest
Can you do fast Irish music with ornaments on the Salvi?
I can definitely try, I don’t have anything ready yet but I can learn a simple one for sure
@@derekharpson my point is that it's difficult to do fast Irish ornamentation on a harp with concert tension strings
I have and love the crescendo mine came with 3 different leg lengths!!! I only need the shortest Agree the levers could be smoother but as an older student love the spacing of the harp Snd having a case is fabulous what is cost difference ?
Oh I do to! The only thing I notice with my Dusty is that it buzzes more (but that’s a me thing rather than the harp haha). So, in Canada both harps are comparable in price (I believe they are about $5500 CAD). The deluxe is definitely more expensive because of the gold and decoration.
Wonderful to hear a comparison of these two! I like them both for different reasons. I appreciate the time you took to with your insights. Your comment about the crescendo taking a lighter touch makes me realize that my playing style.has been heavy/stronger. I need to.go try the crescendo again! Questions -weight... Comparison? To each other, not a pedal harp 😊
Great point! The Una is slightly heavier at 25 pounds and the Crescendo is about 24 pounds
Sorry, What piece are you playing Derek?
So this is the first page of Frank Voltz’s Coming home. The entire piece is over 6 min so I cut it down a bit to make it more video friendly.
What are the weights of these 2 harps? And is the Salvi harp nylon strings...no gut?
Oh, I forgot to say that piece you played was so lovely. Your playing was lovely, what was the name of the piece? Great job, and great video!🙂
Thanks so much Jane 😊The piece I’m playing is the first part of Frank Voltz’s Coming Home. It’s such a lovely piece but it’s over 6 minutes to play so I cut it short for the video
Thank you Derek, it sounds so beautiful on the Crescendo. Best Wishes.
Very interesting, thank you Derek! You have two lovely harps there, and they both sound really good. Personally I prefer the sound of the Crescendo though. From the very beginning of my harp journey, I have had a weakness for that "Dusty sound". I recently purchased my first own harp, it was a huge decision for me. I chose the Dusty FH34S. I'm glad I got it with Camac levers... 😉 Both harps sound really good though, it's a matter of taste. 🙂🎶
The FH line is so gorgeous, do you find the Crescendo is really different? The Dusty sound is definitely amazing. I think Salvi is more geared to pedal harpists who want a Celtic harp
@@derekharpson Oh, that's a very difficult question! 😅 I have never played a Crescendo or heard one live. But it sounds gorgeous! I played a rental Ravenna before purchasing my FH34S, so I can compare those two. I LOVED my Ravenna. At the end I chose between buying my rental Ravenna (it was brand new when I got it one year before) or purchasing a FH34S. There is a difference between these two, but they are both great harps in their respective price ranges. About the Crescendo I can only say it sounds gorgeous. It has that clear, bright, sparkly sound I love so much - with a deep, warm and resonant bass. I love your playing! 🙂🎶
Hi Derek, thanks so much for this comparison of the Dusty Crescendo and Salvi Una. I too have a Crescendo 5 years old now. I got excited to when I saw you have one too. The Una sounds like it's louder, a bit more stronger dynamic. The Dusty sounds,in my opinion, softer but beautiful. I love the upper register. It sounds so pretty. I also agree about the levers. I have that same experience with the sticky, scratchy sound when lowering mostly the bass levers.
Glad it was helpful! I agree, the una is definitely more loud and direct, I actually preferred the upper range of the Salvi but I think that’s because I easily over play the Dusty’s higher strings
Derek, what is the tune that you were playing? For a moment, I was hearing The Nightingale.
Yes, I think the Nightingale is in the same key. This is Coming Home by Frank Voltz
Hello Derek! This was an awesome teaching/sound comparison. I must admit I own a Dusty Strings, Crescendo so I may be a little biased.....but I definitely liked the sound of the Crescendo more that the Salvi harp. The Crescendo just has a deep, rich resonance that is simply beautiful to hear.
I agree the depth of the Crescendo is my favorite part of the harp as well
This was great! Very interesting. Love the soft, rounded tones of your Dusty... but yes, it's a very personal thing and the Salvi sounds good too. Is the Dusty, cherry wood? Salvi, mahogany? Just guessing. Finally, if you're still classing yourself as a beginner, Derek... then that makes me a sub-beginner... or a minus beginner?! 😂
So I believe the Una is Red Spruce and the Crescendo is a Finnish Birch. Okay okay deal, maybe I’ll classify my self as an early intermediate (there’s just so much I don’t know).
Listing the specs in comments would be helpful. Visual notes.
That’s a great point, thanks for the feedback 😊
The Salvi levers look wonderful. It's the only thing I dislike about my Dusty. The plastic levers are always breaking. Very nice job Derek. Thank you
I haven’t had mine break but a few of them are really stiff in the lower end. Definitely should’ve got the upgraded levers but the Dusty is so great that it’s worth it
That was really lovely, what song are you playing there?
So this is Coming Home by Frank Voltz
Beautiful.
Thank you so much!
Yes, you really have to listen with headphones, really cool
For sure to hear the exact differences
How lovely, I love both for different reasons
I completely agree, both are great!
The Dusty really speaks to my soul with those notes
Same! It’s such a wonderfully mellow sound isn’t it?
Yes, absolutely
Wow very awesome, both were great.
Thanks so much 😊
This was so cool to watch. I loved hearing the differences between both harps!
Thanks so much Steph, it was great to hear and compile it
Sounds great👍
Thanks so much Lauren!
Very nice!
Thank you! Cheers!
Wow it's very nice, I love the sound of the harp. I would like to hear HALLELUJAH - SHREK please
Oh that’s a great recommendation. It might take me a bit of time to learn but for sure