This is amazing. I used to think this instrument was just a goofy little toy because of its name. Never knew it had such an interesting history. Another awesome video.
Yeah, leave it to the English to give it a goofy name… in France it’s called a vielle a roue, in Germany a dreilier, in Italy a zamfona all which mean “wheel fiddle”
The only other time I heard a reference to the Hurdy Gurdy was a Donovan song in the 1960s. Now I not only know what one looks like, I know what one sounds like. Thank you.
When I was a little kid growing up in rural Virginia, the British singer Donovan released a song about the hurry gurdy man. Of course, no one knew what it was. Thanks for sharing I our amazing talent.
I saw that the hobo on the polar express had one in his hands when we first meet him. It was so cool to recognize it for the first time this year! I want one so bad!
СПАСИБО ВАМ ЗА КРАСОТУ , ЗА СОПРОВОЖДЕНИИ ВО ВРЕМЕНИ , с Вами перенеслись во времена 14 века, когда подобный инструмент шарманка озвучивал ПРОСТРАНСТВО И РАДОВАЛ ЛЮДЕЙ!!! СПАСИБО ВАМ, ДОРОГАЯ ТРУЖЕНИЦА!!! СПАСИБО ВАМ!!!
The hurdy-gurdy probably originated in the 12th century in a German Benedictine abbey in central Europe. From there, it spreads. From the end of the 12th century and the beginning of the 13th century, we find numerous sculpted representations which bear witness to this, from Spain to England. Later, it appeared on wooden stalls, then was represented in painting from the 16th century, notably by Hieronymus Bosch. First a court instrument for which Batton and Vivaldi wrote a few pages, the hurdy-gurdy was dethroned by the pianoforte and its use was then rather reserved for street musicians. At the end of the 17th century, the appearance of the hurdy-gurdy was still simple and rustic, roughly square in shape (it was then called “chiffonie”). It was only at the end of the century that a luthier from Versailles began to mount hurdy-gurdy mechanisms on guitar or lute bodies. This gives the instruments a softer and at the same time louder tone than that of old hurdy-gurdies. During the 18th century, carefully constructed and richly decorated instruments entered the court. The luthiers Guersan, Lambert, Louvet, Varquain and Salomon were the most efficient around the middle of the century. During this period, many works were composed for this instrument, including the six sonatas Il Pastor Fido by Nicolas Chédeville (which he attributed to Antonio Vivaldi). The French Revolution will provoke a second profound change in the use of the hurdy-gurdy, which then returns to the domain of regional and popular instruments. The instrument you are presenting is a “chiffonie”. You should also look at the representations of an instrument called an "organistrum" and played by 2 people which had an important role in the evolution of the hurdy gurdy. Congatrulations for the song "O Come All Ye Faithful", I also play it with my "traditional" hurdy-gurdy and with my great Highland bagpipes.
The origins of the hg are spotty… there are records that describe it as early as the late 900’s and there is no consensus as to what region of Europe it was first introduced (more likely Spain or Central and Southern France)
The musical instrument museum in Florence, attached to The Accademia, has a hurdy gurdy with a more violin shaped body. The only downside of the box version is you don't get to see the wheel turning.
Season's Greetings, and thank you for this. I fell in love with the hurdy gurdy when I heard Mel play at my brother's funeral. A beautiful instrument indeed.
You have such wonderful talent and passion for instruments that we rarely get to hear and see played! A rare skill to be able to play well such a wide variety of instruments! Thank you so very much!
Venite adoremus dominus. The sound of this magic box resemble so much the one of traditional pipes! I'm Italian and we have the traditional "zampognari" (pipes players) during Christmas time, they always have an important role in the celebration and are always present into every Nativity Scene. "Adeste Fideles" is one of my favorite Christmas songs and the sound remind me of the narrow streets of San Gregorio Armeno, a beautiful part of Napoli where they make the most traditional Nativity Scenes. Thanks for this gift, you're very talented!
Amazing.....Thankyou.....in the 80 there is a song....THE Hurdy Gurdy Man........now in my old-age I understands the song..greetings from South Africa 💖🇿🇦
I dont know which is more amazing, the ibstruments you play as if born to them or the fact that you are able to play all these instruments from long ago! To add to this conundrum, you are a gifted and quite talented singer! Thank you for bringing this long forgotten music to brighten our Christmas season!
I love that you show us the instrument, and tell those little stories. I just think that you are a wonderful lady. Oh.. and I enjoy the music (obviously).
Thank you for your comments! We live back in the woods, and really want folks to feel at home! I was drawn to the Gurdy BECAUSE it sounded like a bagpipe!🎶
Oh! I am a big fan of odd/unusual/rare instruments, folk instruments, and instruments that make sounds that many people consider unattractive. Hurdy-gurdies have been my favourite of these since I was a kid! Lovely to hear one being played, I haven't heard one since I was in Dinan, France, in 2011, where there was a street musician playing one. Thank you!
Used to see these on street corners when I lived in France; they were popular with buskers. I liked them quite a lot, but then as a Scot, I have an instinctive attraction to instruments with drones.
Isn't RUclips great? Thanks for putting these up! Your playing is very good! I've never seen the inside of a Hurdy Gurdy. I'll look for your CD! Merry Christmas, DeeDee!
You remind me of my elementary school teachers in the early part of the 80s. I remember them as being engaged, and enthusiastic about imparting knowledge to young people.
I’ve heard of the hurdy-gurdy, but never saw or heard one. This was so interesting. Very reminiscent of a bagpipe. Thanks for sharing this charming instrument.
I was so thrilled to catch you and Frank in St. Augustine. I got Sparrow Alone on the Housetop,but didn't think to get your autograph! Loved every song! I feel like I've already had Christmas ❤
Merry Christmas to my favorite sister and brother artists! I can't believe I forgot to ask you to autograph my copy of Sparrow Alone on the Rooftop! Reading it now. Thanks for a wonderful time!❤
We are from Michigan and my daughter has a Hurdy Gurdy made by the same maker as yours. She has it with her and is currently living in Budapest. It was so nice to hear it again. Thank you.
Love how you share the history! I always share about an instrument before I teach my classes. Teach 6-Hole and 12-Hole Ocarina along with Soprano Recorder. I am a Clarinet player so when one of my students asked what an Ocarina was it opened up an amazing adventure in teaching. Merry Christmas and Happy Hannukkah!🎼
I love exotic instruments. I'm learning how to play a Zampona pan flute, have a bunch of Christmas songs worked up and they sound beautiful. Pan flute is one of the oldest instruments on the planet Earth 🌎 If not the oldest
Wow, DeeDee, so interesting. I have read about these, and how they were a street instrument, completely portable and the sound carried well outdoors. A good player could earn enough from the shopping crowds to keep food on the table. Sometimes a player would be hired for a wedding, too.Thankyou! 😊❤🫂 Happy Christmas to you and yours... ☃️🎄☃️🎄☃️🎄❤
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I do love the sound of an HG
Thanks. Merry Christmas DeeDee!
Love all the unique instruments and the history lessons with them, but then to actually hear them played? What a treat!
Isn't that amazing how much that sounds like a bag pipe?? Thank you very much for sharing these instruments!
That’s what I thought
The drone strings and the constant sound in particular adds to that bagpipe effect, for sure
As similar as it may sound, bagpipes are completely different! They're closer to an oboe. haha
@@jovetj As a piper ,I must say well done at being very polite.
My thought exactly!
You're very talented.
This lady has all the instruments
Needs to get an in-game achievement for that
I love the hurdy gurdy. I describe the sounds as a violin and bagpipes having a baby. Would love to see one and attempt to play it some day.
A history lesson AND beautiful music! Doesn’t get any better than that!! Thank you! 😊
This is amazing. I used to think this instrument was just a goofy little toy because of its name. Never knew it had such an interesting history. Another awesome video.
Yeah, leave it to the English to give it a goofy name… in France it’s called a vielle a roue, in Germany a dreilier, in Italy a zamfona all which mean “wheel fiddle”
I really appreciate how you educate in addition to performing on the instruments. I wish more people would do this!
Beautifully done. I'm so glad that this popped up on my phone. Dec 2024.🇺🇸⚔️🇬🇪
Thank you🎶
I just love the hammered dulcimer and she plays it wonderfully! Love the Carol of the Bells!
Thanks so much, I'm glad you liked it!
O come, let us adore Him, Christ the Lord! ❤
Such a beautiful experience to hear it played on such an interesting instrument!
I was born in 1956 so anything that happened before that I’ll have to take your word for it.
I am 3 years your senior, but we have to preserve the wisdom of the past as the morons of this current generation have lost their minds!
Lol
The only other time I heard a reference to the Hurdy Gurdy was a Donovan song in the 1960s. Now I not only know what one looks like, I know what one sounds like. Thank you.
I think the Beatles used the word in one of their songs too
i love you
O Come Let Us Adore Him, Christ the Lord!
YES! That’s what CHRISTmas is all about🎁
The sound reminds me of a bagpipe! Very interesting story behind this!
When I was a little kid growing up in rural Virginia, the British singer Donovan released a song about the hurry gurdy man. Of course, no one knew what it was. Thanks for sharing I our amazing talent.
I never heard of a hurdy gurdy before. Fascinating!
Once again, beautiful. ❤️☺️
Thank you for listening! 😊
It's quite strange how humans have been capable of creating all of these fantastic instruments. Love from the Lone Star State! And God bless you.
Thanks! Merry Christmas!
@deedeetibbits Merry Christmas!
I saw that the hobo on the polar express had one in his hands when we first meet him. It was so cool to recognize it for the first time this year! I want one so bad!
Beautiful 🎼🎼🎼
Glad you like it!
Very nice! If I wasn't watching I would think I'm listening to bag pipes
СПАСИБО ВАМ ЗА КРАСОТУ , ЗА СОПРОВОЖДЕНИИ ВО ВРЕМЕНИ , с Вами перенеслись во времена 14 века, когда подобный инструмент шарманка озвучивал ПРОСТРАНСТВО И РАДОВАЛ ЛЮДЕЙ!!! СПАСИБО ВАМ, ДОРОГАЯ ТРУЖЕНИЦА!!! СПАСИБО ВАМ!!!
Thank you that was very nice and also v. informative.
Excelente he cantado esa pieza en latín! Venite adoremus! In bethlehem
YES🎄Let’s!
I just bet your grandchildren love coming to your house!
Fascinating! Thank you.
This is fabulous, and YOU'RE fabulous 🤩 Really enjoyed your videos, will watch more! Love from London 🇬🇧
The hurdy-gurdy probably originated in the 12th century in a German Benedictine abbey in central Europe. From there, it spreads. From the end of the 12th century and the beginning of the 13th century, we find numerous sculpted representations which bear witness to this, from Spain to England. Later, it appeared on wooden stalls, then was represented in painting from the 16th century, notably by Hieronymus Bosch.
First a court instrument for which Batton and Vivaldi wrote a few pages, the hurdy-gurdy was dethroned by the pianoforte and its use was then rather reserved for street musicians.
At the end of the 17th century, the appearance of the hurdy-gurdy was still simple and rustic, roughly square in shape (it was then called “chiffonie”). It was only at the end of the century that a luthier from Versailles began to mount hurdy-gurdy mechanisms on guitar or lute bodies. This gives the instruments a softer and at the same time louder tone than that of old hurdy-gurdies. During the 18th century, carefully constructed and richly decorated instruments entered the court. The luthiers Guersan, Lambert, Louvet, Varquain and Salomon were the most efficient around the middle of the century. During this period, many works were composed for this instrument, including the six sonatas Il Pastor Fido by Nicolas Chédeville (which he attributed to Antonio Vivaldi).
The French Revolution will provoke a second profound change in the use of the hurdy-gurdy, which then returns to the domain of regional and popular instruments. The instrument you are presenting is a “chiffonie”. You should also look at the representations of an instrument called an "organistrum" and played by 2 people which had an important role in the evolution of the hurdy gurdy. Congatrulations for the song "O Come All Ye Faithful", I also play it with my "traditional" hurdy-gurdy and with my great Highland bagpipes.
I appreciate your input!
Merci pour cette formidable et instructive réponse ❤
I thought it was Swedish because of Catherine Tate’s insensitive translator sketch 🤓
The origins of the hg are spotty… there are records that describe it as early as the late 900’s and there is no consensus as to what region of Europe it was first introduced (more likely Spain or Central and Southern France)
Thank-you dumontetjack9174,
interesting history 😃👍👍👍👍
Love that it sounds like a bagpipe ❤
Music is not only your passion. ‘Tis your soul. Thank you for sharing this with us all. 🌎♥️😊
What a beautiful sound
Magical and timeless 😊
Couldn't agree more!
The musical instrument museum in Florence, attached to The Accademia, has a hurdy gurdy with a more violin shaped body. The only downside of the box version is you don't get to see the wheel turning.
It sounds amazingly like bagpipes, especially with the continuous drone note.
Amazing! It does sound like a bagpipe!!
Thank you for showing us the inner workings of this ancient instrument. Enjoyed this Christmas song!
I'm so glad you enjoyed it!
Beautiful. Never heard one😃Yes, sounds like a bag pipe 💓
Glad you liked it! They do have a similar sound!😊
Season's Greetings, and thank you for this. I fell in love with the hurdy gurdy when I heard Mel play at my brother's funeral. A beautiful instrument indeed.
Awwww Mel was such a master!
Superb. Great info and great playing.
You have such wonderful talent and passion for instruments that we rarely get to hear and see played! A rare skill to be able to play well such a wide variety of instruments! Thank you so very much!
Venite adoremus dominus. The sound of this magic box resemble so much the one of traditional pipes! I'm Italian and we have the traditional "zampognari" (pipes players) during Christmas time, they always have an important role in the celebration and are always present into every Nativity Scene. "Adeste Fideles" is one of my favorite Christmas songs and the sound remind me of the narrow streets of San Gregorio Armeno, a beautiful part of Napoli where they make the most traditional Nativity Scenes. Thanks for this gift, you're very talented!
Beautiful!
Thank you!
Thank You DeeDee. The Hurdy Gurdy is just amazing. I Love listening to all of these instruments - the history is very fascinating too. ❤❤❤❤❤❤
You're welcome! I'm glad you enjoyed the music. Merry Christmas 🎁
You are so talented. Thank you for sharing your beautiful instruments and music. ❤
Thanks for listening🎄🎶
Amazing.....Thankyou.....in the 80 there is a song....THE Hurdy Gurdy Man........now in my old-age I understands the song..greetings from South Africa 💖🇿🇦
Amazing ladybto have the skills n talent n desire to play all those so well very very interesting deedee tganks merry christmas to you all.
You're very welcome! Merry Christmas!🎄
I've always wondered how these worked! Very cool ☺️
This is so coool! Thank u for sharing
The cinnamon of Christmas, thank you. ;-)
I'm glad you're feeling the holiday spirit! 😉
So beautiful! It’s really nice to hear on this Christmas Eve 2024! Blessings!!!🎉
Same to you!
VERY INTERESTING INSTRUMENT! When you first began playing, it reminded me of bagpipes! Thank you for sharing!
I dont know which is more amazing, the ibstruments you play as if born to them or the fact that you are able to play all these instruments from long ago! To add to this conundrum, you are a gifted and quite talented singer!
Thank you for bringing this long forgotten music to brighten our Christmas season!
Good music GOOD JOB!
OMG How wonderful is this...... old musical instruments being brought back to life by you ,wonderful lady....... THANK YOU!!!!!!!! 🙏🙏❤❤
I love that you show us the instrument, and tell those little stories. I just think that you are a wonderful lady. Oh.. and I enjoy the music (obviously).
I love your colorful, beautiful clothes! Your home, too, is looks so pleasing and homey. The hurdy gurdy has a bag pipe sound! Thank you!
Thank you for your comments! We live back in the woods, and really want folks to feel at home! I was drawn to the Gurdy BECAUSE it sounded like a bagpipe!🎶
Beautiful music, beautiful lady.
Thanks for the kind words! 😊
@ Found you yesterday evening on RUclips and I was so so happy and slept all night. God bless you and your wonderful talent.
I've NEVER seen this instrument before. This is so amazing
Very interesting history. The sound resembles bag pipes.
I think it does, too…..maybe a little softer version of it!
Never heard one played before, or knew how they work. Very nice. Thank you.
Glad you enjoyed it!🎁
It almost sounds like a bagpipe/violin! Very interesting! Thank you for an awesome demonstration.
It's so fun to see how different instruments can create similar sounds!
Thank you for sharing with us and a Very Merry Christmas to you and your family and friends!
Merry Christmas to you too! 🎄🎁
Not being a musical person I never heard of the hurdy-gurdy before. Very interesting and heartwarming.
Oh! I am a big fan of odd/unusual/rare instruments, folk instruments, and instruments that make sounds that many people consider unattractive. Hurdy-gurdies have been my favourite of these since I was a kid! Lovely to hear one being played, I haven't heard one since I was in Dinan, France, in 2011, where there was a street musician playing one. Thank you!
I was blessed to be able to play it in France,too! A local college had me start out their concert coming down the isle playing a French tune!
Wonderful!!
Lovely hurdy gurdy from Mel, he made some really good ones. Happy Christmas ! 🎄 🎅
Oh I love that sound!!
Sounds like my favorite bagpipes 😊🇺🇸
Yup!
Used to see these on street corners when I lived in France; they were popular with buskers. I liked them quite a lot, but then as a Scot, I have an instinctive attraction to instruments with drones.
Very beautiful sound I love it.
I remember hearing of the Hurdy Gurdy & now I know what it is.
Isn't RUclips great? Thanks for putting these up! Your playing is very good! I've never seen the inside of a Hurdy Gurdy. I'll look for your CD! Merry Christmas, DeeDee!
You’re such an interesting talented person. I enjoy your videos very much
Love the Hurdy Gurdy ❤
Love your videos. Love your music. Thank you for sharing your music with us.
You are very welcome!
You remind me of my elementary school teachers in the early part of the 80s. I remember them as being engaged, and enthusiastic about imparting knowledge to young people.
Thank you for showing us what the inside looks like. I like a lot of songs with that particular instrument.
If everyone could learn just one instrument how much better this world would be.
I agree!
If only everyone had that luxury...
@@lankey6969 Harmonica anyone? ❤✌
Had never heard of this musical instrument. Love the sound. Thnx.
It’s cool, isn’t it?
check out Patty Gurdy here on RUclips if you want to hear more of this instrument. she beautifully plays the Herdy Gurdy.
Thank you ma'm. Been watching you a bit this December. Quite an array of instruments and talents. Thank you for sharing them.
I appreciate your kind words, and I'm glad you're enjoying my music!
i never knew a hurdy-gurdy actually was some sort of violin! thank you
amazing! * bagpipes in a box! * thanx deedee! * 🙏 🕯 🌙 🏵 🎶
Absolutely love it. The sound of a dulcimer is so unique and beautiful. Merry Christmas!
Thank you so much! 😊
That was very beautiful!!!!
Beautiful!! Wonderful!!
Thanks for listening!
I’ve heard of the hurdy-gurdy, but never saw or heard one. This was so interesting. Very reminiscent of a bagpipe. Thanks for sharing this charming instrument.
Glad you enjoyed it!
That is beautiful. Thank you.
You're welcome!
This is my ultimate favorite instrument. I have loved and wanted one for years. I wish it would become mainstream again. So beautiful
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Hahaha…..you’re about the 10th person to remind me of my mistake! Thanks! Merry Christmas 🎁
I was so thrilled to catch you and Frank in St. Augustine. I got Sparrow Alone on the Housetop,but didn't think to get your autograph! Loved every song! I feel like I've already had Christmas ❤
I don’t think I am who you think I am?? I don’t know a Frank😏
Merry Christmas to my favorite sister and brother artists! I can't
believe I forgot to ask you to autograph my copy of Sparrow Alone on the Rooftop!
Reading it now. Thanks for a wonderful time!❤
What a beautiful caring sharing. Thank you.
That’s encouraging…. Thanks!
Hurdy Gurdy sounds a bit like the bagpipes. Beautiful THANK YOU
We are from Michigan and my daughter has a Hurdy Gurdy made by the same maker as yours. She has it with her and is currently living in Budapest. It was so nice to hear it again. Thank you.
Love how you share the history! I always share about an instrument before I teach my classes. Teach 6-Hole and 12-Hole Ocarina along with Soprano Recorder. I am a Clarinet player so when one of my students asked what an Ocarina was it opened up an amazing adventure in teaching. Merry Christmas and Happy Hannukkah!🎼
It sure seems to add to the kid’s interest when they hear the story behind it!
I love exotic instruments. I'm learning how to play a Zampona pan flute, have a bunch of Christmas songs worked up and they sound beautiful. Pan flute is one of the oldest instruments on the planet Earth 🌎 If not the oldest
Interesting how it plays! I never knew - Thank you!!!
You're welcome! I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Wow, DeeDee, so interesting. I have read about these, and how they were a street instrument, completely portable and the sound carried well outdoors. A good player could earn enough from the shopping crowds to keep food on the table. Sometimes a player would be hired for a wedding, too.Thankyou! 😊❤🫂 Happy Christmas to you and yours... ☃️🎄☃️🎄☃️🎄❤
I love to hear about all the interesting musical instruments you play...the history of when, why, where they were made etc. So very neat!! Thank you!