Sublime! I dedicate this harp version of Clair de Lune to My Heavenly-Resplendent Wife (in Heaven since Nov. 21/22, 2010). MY BARBRA ROSE, this other-worldly-beautiful melody was (and remains) our favorite Classical composition. I played the version by The London Philharmonic (conducted by Bernard Herrmann) many times for us while you were with me in this life. I pray that you can hear this from your mansion and rose garden in Heaven. On Valentine's Day 2012 I tell the world I love you forever!
I listened to harp renditions of Clair de Lune by Xavier and another harpist back to back. I noticed how the other harpist was just plucking the notes whereas Xavier's rendition has so much more feeling that he put into it. It's amazing how the same piece on the same instrument can have such a stark difference depending on who's playing it. Xavier is certainly within my top 3 harpists.
I love Debussy since decades. He's one of my favorite composers ever. Listening to this I thought that there is something beyond any explanation. What a fortune to have somebody wo creates such divine music and another one who plays it that way. It reaches the deepest core of heart and soul. I can only thank everybody: Monsieur D., Monsieur X. de M. and harpobird.
Mr. de Maistre, thank you for sharing with us a little bit of heaven. May you have many more years of masterful renditions such as this one. God bless you always!
yep, if ever a man looked,..and played..the part!!....wonderful!...i love the harp, best of all,...it lifts my spirits, and makes me feel really "alive" in the moment.
I think that is one of the most beautiful performances of Clair de Lune I have ever heard. And just beautiful technique! I tell all of my students to watch your videos for inspiration!
I can't beleive how hard this piece must be on the harp. His feet must be stompin like crazy on those pedals. You do notice some notes edited away in the transcribation but hardly noticeable and wonderful performance!
Wow! What a beautiful video this is. I just love the sound of the harp. It is so soothing and relaxing to the mind, body and soul. This wonderfull piece is one of my favorites in the world. I'm very pleased to have found a fellow youtuber who enjoys lovely classics such as Debussy, Bach and many others. Many thanks to you my friend. :)
Hi. The more I watch of his playing the more inspirational. I had instructors in the French Method as well as Salzedo...I would say he is of the French School. My former teacher, a strict Salzedo...thought he was too much of a showman, but I truly believe he is playing and deeply feeling the music and that is why he plays so wonderfully. I decided I don't like "stiff" looking harpists. They look robotic. What do you think?
Actually, the modern pedal harp IS a fully chromatic instrument, but the accidentals have to play accomplished by shifting 7 foot pedals around, so it really is more difficult to play highly chromatic music on the pedal harp.
@thatmoviechick4 Is he? Nowhwere does it say what nationality he is or where he was born. Not even on the official website! I wonder why his early (and even present) life is such a mystery. Any details?
Sublime! I dedicate this harp version of Clair de Lune to My Heavenly-Resplendent Wife (in Heaven since Nov. 21/22, 2010). MY BARBRA ROSE, this other-worldly-beautiful melody was (and remains) our favorite Classical composition. I played the version by The London Philharmonic (conducted by Bernard Herrmann) many times for us while you were with me in this life. I pray that you can hear this from your mansion and rose garden in Heaven. On Valentine's Day 2012 I tell the world I love you forever!
C'est magnifique!
I listened to harp renditions of Clair de Lune by Xavier and another harpist back to back. I noticed how the other harpist was just plucking the notes whereas Xavier's rendition has so much more feeling that he put into it. It's amazing how the same piece on the same instrument can have such a stark difference depending on who's playing it. Xavier is certainly within my top 3 harpists.
I agree. A truly elegant, moving performance.
I like the emotions in this version. I did not know that the harp can move while being played :) The harp player is also handsome.
Amazing. Doesn't sound like an adaption from piano. As he plays it sounds like that it was written originally for harp.
fruzsimano both based on strings, so sound very much alike
toujours magnifique et beaucoup plus près de la nature quand ce morceau est joué à la harpe.
Absolutely stunning.
That interpretation. Those feelings. And the touch. AMAZING
Sublime. All those arpeggios are so crisp and delicate
I love Debussy since decades. He's one of my favorite composers ever.
Listening to this I thought that there is something beyond any explanation.
What a fortune to have somebody wo creates such divine music and another one who plays it that way. It reaches the deepest core of heart and soul.
I can only thank everybody: Monsieur D., Monsieur X. de M. and harpobird.
stonehorn59
harpobird and Xavier de Maistre appear to be the same person...
Ca musique est tres jolie. Il est tres beau, et je l'adore. Il me fait craquer.
Mr. de Maistre, thank you for sharing with us a little bit of heaven. May you have many more years of masterful renditions such as this one. God bless you always!
Beautiful performance, rich in nuance and feeling.
JUST BEAUTIFUL, SO WELL PLAYED.
First heard this played by my sister in law when I was just 10 years old. It has been my favorite now for over 50 years!
sssshhh ....gentleness ..... beauty....... love............
This is the best interpretation of Clair de Lune I've heard on the harp.
C E LE S T I A L *... And he looks like an angel!
yep, if ever a man looked,..and played..the part!!....wonderful!...i love the harp, best of all,...it lifts my spirits, and makes me feel really "alive" in the moment.
Was in a daze while he was playing and only the clapping brought me back to reality.
my favorite piece just perfectly played
I think that is one of the most beautiful performances of Clair de Lune I have ever heard. And just beautiful technique! I tell all of my students to watch your videos for inspiration!
Superb ! better than the original played on piano..... so expressive.
Harp is like the piano chopin was composing for...
no, I mean Chopin plays piano so delicately in some of his pieces. I know this is by Debussy :P
*writes, plays, w/e :P
Harp sounds like guitar and piano at the same time
Som lindo!! Sem palavras pra descrever!!!
この動画を見るまでは“Clair de Lune”をハープ用に簡略化された編曲だろうと思っていたところ、Pianoバージョンと変わらない極めて忠実な編曲だったこと、こんなにも表現力豊かで気品高い万能な楽器だったんだと知りました。演奏者の曲の捉え方も素晴らしく、この動画は間違いなく名演奏です。
A great performance!
I can't beleive how hard this piece must be on the harp. His feet must be stompin like crazy on those pedals. You do notice some notes edited away in the transcribation but hardly noticeable and wonderful performance!
Wow! What a beautiful video this is. I just love the sound of the harp. It is so soothing and relaxing to the mind, body and soul. This wonderfull piece is one of my favorites in the world. I'm very pleased to have found a fellow youtuber who enjoys lovely classics such as Debussy, Bach and many others. Many thanks to you my friend. :)
An absolute WOW!!!!!!!!!
Aaaaaaaaaaaah MERCI !!!!!!!!! je l'ai enfin trouvé !!
Thankyouthankyouthankyou !! One of the best (if not the best) harp players of the decade.
Fabulous, and thanks so much for sharing!
Magnifique interprète !
Très fidèle à la poésie et sensibilité de Debussy.
Éthérée...
A great affinity for this awesome piece of music. Even Debuussy would have been proud! Bravo!
Fantastique!!!🎶❤️👏👏👏
Excelente. Lembrou minha mãe ao piano. Muito suave, como devia ser.
So wonderful
This music is so beautiful, and then you see comments with crass words and wince.
Grande e magnifico!
invidio chiunque suoni l'arpa, la possa toccare... che emozione, da anni ormai mi manca...
I, too, am a harpist and I think he is just amazing....both his interpretations and showmanship. Wish I could meet him!
Beaucoup de talent EXTRA !!!
where is the pleasure in rushing through such a beautiful work?
that is how i feel
Loops hit enter to quick! The rest should say... Has made a harp lover out of me. Just beautiful!
Enchanting.
1:43 that shit is just magical.
Magnificent!!!
Glorious. Thank you so much!
Hi. The more I watch of his playing the more inspirational. I had instructors in the French Method as well as Salzedo...I would say he is of the French School. My former teacher, a strict Salzedo...thought he was too much of a showman, but I truly believe he is playing and deeply feeling the music and that is why he plays so wonderfully. I decided I don't like "stiff" looking harpists. They look robotic. What do you think?
Marvelous.TY
Beautiful.
Magnifico
Just amazing! Thanks.
Flawless! Bravo!
I love how right at the end of the piece, someone sneezes.
Stunning ! 🙌
beautiful.
MAGNIFIQUE ?!
Ah, you really understood the song!
Magic ♫♥
c'est magique!on a limpression qu'il la berce!
I wish I could here this live :)
Amazing! Well done!!!
wow, that is stunning!
I agree! The music is just enchanting.. Just watch your language bro, haha!
Un capo, lo amo
I agree 100%
this so get, i get it mp3 and i can't stop listening to it
Hi. I live in Nevada, USA. I will look for his CD...thanks for the information.
😭
So beautiful :) I will learn this piece if it kills me!! :)
very true
Sembra un angelo...
Actually, the modern pedal harp IS a fully chromatic instrument, but the accidentals have to play accomplished by shifting 7 foot pedals around, so it really is more difficult to play highly chromatic music on the pedal harp.
Xavier de maistre
Cher Xavier, reviens vite me voir pour je te montre mes progrès en harpe !
By the hair, I remembered Anakin Skywalker.
Does anyone know who he studied with? Is he of the French School or Salzedo? His interpretations and hand movements are just so perfect!
Epic ending... ASHUU!!!
@danieledwardscarrots I feel the same but with "la fille au cheveu de lin" by Debussy
Ecstasy for my ears!
Does anyone know which arrangement this is for the harp? There are so many (Grandjany, Salzedo, Burton, Brundage, etc......)
None of those.
Spoiler alert.... he NAILS it!
how would you take that thing apart to transport it
There is a special case for the harp
There are also little wheels to transport it trough places
@thatmoviechick4 Is he? Nowhwere does it say what nationality he is or where he was born. Not even on the official website! I wonder why his early (and even present) life is such a mystery. Any details?
Is this piece transposed up a half step or is it just the recording?
this is how the angels sound when they're talking.
try to figure out how they sound when they're playing music.
fuck.. dis shit is crazy
thumbs up!!!
Very Beautifull
but didn't he miss one note or something at 3:10-3:11, sounds strange for me, I'm wrong?
Why does this always make the audience sneeze?
Corey Fieldman plays harp now??
fantastic... but its been down loaded too quiet i can just about hear it .
can't hear it, but zing went the stings of my harp.
That's the thing, the cameramen don't really know what to point the camera at: they never show the feet.
where did he make an error?
brilliant!! just amazing (:
we are glad to see you on our HANG & HARP channel:
ciferencesymphony
thanx CIFERENCE-SYMPHONY
the most beutiful music i've ever heard, imagine what the pleasure it is to play Clair de lune
No, you're not wrong...
*am I wrong?*
@thatmoviechick4 Especially since he seems to speak German and French with equal ease but can barely speak English?
I play harp too, and I want to learn Claire de Lune. *___*
10 years passed, so did you learn it? :)