3 simple tips to Play Smoothly Without Hesitation (Student Feedback)

It's Feedback Friday! Joining us today is Sarah from Massachusetts ⭐️ She's been playing for just over a year and is doing such a great job! My feedback for Sarah can show you how to eliminate hesitations so your playing sounds smooth rather than choppy. This can really level up your playing! Whether you've been playing for years or you're at the start of your harp journey, I think you'll find this video really encouraging and practical.
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[@LearningtheHarp]

Which of these tips resonated most with you?

[@SweetAncientMelody]

To spot and focus on the difficult parts. It's really effective.

[@crazyinstrumentlady-24]

Anyone notice how epic and cute her harp is?? So pretty and elegant!! Great job playing!!

[@sprinklechesed]

Yes, it is very important to pick pieces one can play! I have found it is better to choose very easy songs than too hard. Easy songs help me feel good about my playing so I can focus on good technique, and then I can work up from there.
Also, as Carrie said: it is very important to read the music and be looking ahead!

[@melora-on-harp]

Wow. Twins and learning to play harp. You’re doing great, Sarah! 👏

[@mbnorris73]

Really focusing in on the problem spots! I used that tip yesterday when practicing a piece. It helps me to play those problem spots over and over until it finally clicks with me!

[@LearningtheHarp]

That's awesome! 🙌🏼 It's amazing the progress you can make when you really dial in on those tricky spots 😃 --Carrie

[@harpofaworshipper]

So helpful - Thank You and Well Done for sharing Sarah, you're doing great!

[@cynthiabower8558]

Thanks Carrie, I like the tip to land on the next notes and don't even play them. Just know where you are going and repeat that until confident.

[@LearningtheHarp]

Yes! If you can place the notes, you'll be able to play them 😃

[@LeDrapeauBlanc]

What a great video, thank you for the great tips! ✝️🙏 God bless you!

[@LearningtheHarp]

Thanks for watching! I'm so glad you found it helpful 🤩

[@simonettab.2737]

Harp is a strategic instrument, maybe as well as other are, but still... Think ahead, read ahead and then enjoy this heavenly sound! 😊

[@kwcnasa]

Could you make a video about What harps pieces are a must listen to as an outsider from your point of view. And what pieces are a must play, must know, or must learn at least once as a harpist (from beginners to experienced)? I am interested in playing harp after listening to a beautiful piece call At the Fountain (La Source, Am Springbtunnen) Looking forward to your videos.

[@inthedaysstillleft1257]

Thanks for the helpful tips!

[@LearningtheHarp]

I'm so glad you found them helpful! 🤗

[@Kaz-__-]

This is my favorite song from Sylvia Woods’ lesson book! Are you taking lessons from her?

[@nwpioneer2551]

Be inspired, Wach Learniong The Harp