What a lovely idea for the video! Thank you for sharing so many songs to delight and inspire people learning to play the harp. Happy Spring to you, too! ❤
Such a lovely collection of harpsongs! Thank you for sharing this video in the newsletter Carrie. I have learned a few of these pieces already, so this is a good reminder to play them again, and I look forward to adding Swan Lake to my repertoire. Enjoy the birdsong and wild flowers! 😍🌸🎶
i am thrilled to be a part o' the harp world now. from being a cellist to being a violinist, hornist, penny whistlerist and now soon (as soon as gary at stoneyend harps builds my harp) i will be a harpist or harper!! soooo cool! Thank you for your grace. Happy Easter!
I play many instruments, too, having added harp to the mix in the last couple of years or so. I, too, play penny whistle (on a relatively basic level); I laughed when I saw where you put "penny whistlerist"! 😅 Is that an official term?
I was already planning on learning "Sally Gardens", but this video makes me want to start on that today. 🙂 I'm currently working on getting fluent with an arrangement of "Wild Mountain Thyme", though -- I guess that's more of a summer song? Beautiful video, Carrie! I'll see you on Friday. 🙂
I feel your pain you spend all winter waiting for the warmth and light and it finally comes with pollen... Still I wouldn't choose winter. Thank you for the song suggestions.
It's amazing how beautiful music it's possible to play on the harp even after just a few months or years of practice. I've been playing the piano for 5 years and while I'm able to play nice pieces, they kill my hands.
Wonderful harp songs for spring, thank you for uploading this....I like to play "water is wide" on the 12-string guitar, I need to try it on the harp, also!
Thanks for sharing these beautiful songs. As a person with complete sight loss want to learn playing the harp. Do you think, I could learn it by ear? Thank you. Where can I listen to harp pieces?
Hi Krisztina, good to hear from you! Christy-Lyn here. We have had at least two blind people taking our online harp courses and they were able to learn the songs by ear in that way. So it’s definitely possible! 😊
The most famous harper of all, Turlough Carolan, originally studied law. At age 22 he became blind, so his patron bought him a harp and paid for lessons! He only learned to play AFTER losing his sight and as an adult. He wrote a tune called "Blind Mary" for a blind friend who taught harp.
Hi R, Christy-Lyn here 😊👋🏻 This is amazing!! Such an exciting moment when your harp arrives. I used to recommend method books, but I found that people got much better results learning from a video where technique is demonstrated and they get reminders as they’re practicing along with the video. As a teacher when I’ve had students come to me after teaching themselves for a while, when they’ve been learning from a method book they often have big gaps in their technique even if they were practicing conscientiously, but when they have been learning from video courses I’ve often been blown away that their technique looks like they have been going to in-person lessons with a teacher! 😃 🤯 So instead of a method book, I recommend trying our free “How to play the harp” course, and then trying out a beginner Video Course - you can get your first one free 😊👍🏻 Have fun with getting your new harp, it’s such a precious moment!!! Make sure you take a photo with you and your new harp, and even record your first few moments trying to play. It’s such a special memory to look back on 🥰😍🤗
I love the way this channel makes harp more widely accessible and encourages people of all ages and walks of life to pursue their long-held dreams of playing this instrument… which is exactly why it annoys me that these videos often contain specifically Christian remarks. It’s not the inclusion of hymn tunes that bothers me- it’s easy to appreciate the simple beauty of melodies of religious origin regardless of one’s own religious persuasion!- but the insertion of the teachers’ personal feelings about a Christian god that seem to me to be totally unnecessary and irrelevant. I myself am Christian, for the record. But music and the harp are for everyone, and these remarks, however innocent, must feel alienating to budding harpists that don’t subscribe to these beliefs.
I pray for you, harpshapedbox. Thank you, Carrie and Christy-Lyn, for the beautiful music and the encouraging words. May God bless you richly as you remain a blessing for many! January I started to learn alone playing the harp. I can't afford a harp teacher or online lessons, but I learned a lot from your youtube videos you share so generously with us. May all you do be to the glory of God and for the benefit of the people. Thank you!
I'm agnostic. This sort of thing makes me uncomfortable, too... but because I want to learn a lot of hymns and carols, I understand that the teacher may want to comment on what the piece means to them. Maybe I'd feel differently if I hadn't grown up in the Christian tradition, but it's not something I'd make an issue of. Christy-Lyn and Carrie offer us so much -- I focus on the music.
Peace to you. I have often thought that music is not touching or beautiful when the musician does not bring their heart, emotions, and soul to the piece. When they do though, it can be so magical! For a follower of Christ, God means so much to us, keeping that love inside is like trying to contain massive springs of living water that are gushing inside our souls. Impossible. For us, it’s like hearing someone say, “You’re my friend, but I can’t stand your husband that you love so much. Make sure to never mention him around me.” When you’re reason for living and everything you do, including the music, is Him, it’s only natural that you speak of Him often. ❤
My favorite was Little April Shower.
It's such a sweet song, isn't it?🌻 --Carrie
What a lovely idea for the video! Thank you for sharing so many songs to delight and inspire people learning to play the harp. Happy Spring to you, too! ❤
Thanks for watching❤so glad you enjoyed it! --Carrie
Such a lovely collection of harpsongs! Thank you for sharing this video in the newsletter Carrie. I have learned a few of these pieces already, so this is a good reminder to play them again, and I look forward to adding Swan Lake to my repertoire. Enjoy the birdsong and wild flowers! 😍🌸🎶
Great,thank you for sharing your talent.
Thank you for listening! :) --Carrie
I really enjoyed you sharing this. I liked Butterly Dream.
Hi Susan, I'm so glad you enjoyed the video! Butterfly Dreams is one of my favorites, as well. Such a pretty piece! --Carrie🦋
OH my. I want to learn them all. I really like the Water is Wide though
The Water is Wide is one of my favorites as well💗 --Carrie
i am thrilled to be a part o' the harp world now. from being a cellist to being a violinist, hornist, penny whistlerist and now soon (as soon as gary at stoneyend harps builds my harp) i will be a harpist or harper!! soooo cool!
Thank you for your grace.
Happy Easter!
I play many instruments, too, having added harp to the mix in the last couple of years or so. I, too, play penny whistle (on a relatively basic level); I laughed when I saw where you put "penny whistlerist"! 😅 Is that an official term?
That's so exciting, Colleen!! Enjoy your new harp😍 Happy Easter to you as well! --Carrie
I was already planning on learning "Sally Gardens", but this video makes me want to start on that today. 🙂 I'm currently working on getting fluent with an arrangement of "Wild Mountain Thyme", though -- I guess that's more of a summer song? Beautiful video, Carrie! I'll see you on Friday. 🙂
I feel your pain you spend all winter waiting for the warmth and light and it finally comes with pollen... Still I wouldn't choose winter. Thank you for the song suggestions.
There are certainly pros and cons to each season😆 I agree, I prefer the warmer months over winter! --Carrie
A lovely taster of ten songs, so beautifully played and full of inspiration. Thank you, Carrie!
That's so kind, thank you Andrew! --Carrie
It's amazing how beautiful music it's possible to play on the harp even after just a few months or years of practice. I've been playing the piano for 5 years and while I'm able to play nice pieces, they kill my hands.
Little April Shower brings back lovely memories..may try this ☝️
It brings back sweet memories for me as well! 😍 --Carrie
Wow, I love all the songs ❤
Wonderful harp songs for spring, thank you for uploading this....I like to play "water is wide" on the 12-string guitar, I need to try it on the harp, also!
I'm sure The Water is Wide is so beautiful on guitar! Glad you enjoyed the video :) --Carrie
Thank You Carrie, lovely and wonderful taking a stroll down memory lane.
Bravo!
Thanks so much! 😄 --Carrie
Thanks for sharing these beautiful songs. As a person with complete sight loss want to learn playing the harp. Do you think, I could learn it by ear? Thank you. Where can I listen to harp pieces?
Hi Krisztina, good to hear from you! Christy-Lyn here. We have had at least two blind people taking our online harp courses and they were able to learn the songs by ear in that way. So it’s definitely possible! 😊
Here is a playlist of beginner harp pieces you can listen to as inspiration:
ruclips.net/p/PLAh8q5BtLFM7q85vVKU3ewRsHibqfdy6s
The most famous harper of all, Turlough Carolan, originally studied law. At age 22 he became blind, so his patron bought him a harp and paid for lessons! He only learned to play AFTER losing his sight and as an adult. He wrote a tune called "Blind Mary" for a blind friend who taught harp.
LOVE Over The Rainbow!! Thank you for the video.
Isn't it so nostalgic??💕 Thanks for listening :) --Carrie
Such a pleasure! The first and the last one are on my bucket list!
They're great ones to learn! --Carrie
Thank you so much.I am a beginner and I love listening to professionals like you. The sound is so good and relaxing. A big hug from France.🤗
Enjoy the journey of learning! Sending big hugs back to you, Martine♥ --Carrie
Thank you for sharing the lovely music.
Thank you, Carrie! Very pretty songs to learn, and quite inspiring!
Hi Linda, thanks for your sweet comment!💕 --Carrie
my harp is due to arrive tomorrow. really excited to get started. As far as books go, do you have any recommendations for technique?
Hi R, Christy-Lyn here 😊👋🏻 This is amazing!! Such an exciting moment when your harp arrives. I used to recommend method books, but I found that people got much better results learning from a video where technique is demonstrated and they get reminders as they’re practicing along with the video. As a teacher when I’ve had students come to me after teaching themselves for a while, when they’ve been learning from a method book they often have big gaps in their technique even if they were practicing conscientiously, but when they have been learning from video courses I’ve often been blown away that their technique looks like they have been going to in-person lessons with a teacher! 😃 🤯 So instead of a method book, I recommend trying our free “How to play the harp” course, and then trying out a beginner Video Course - you can get your first one free 😊👍🏻 Have fun with getting your new harp, it’s such a precious moment!!! Make sure you take a photo with you and your new harp, and even record your first few moments trying to play. It’s such a special memory to look back on 🥰😍🤗
Gracias ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ HERMOSO 😊
Thank you!! :) --Carrie
Gesundheit! 😂
Haha, thanks Katharina!😉 --Carrie
I love the way this channel makes harp more widely accessible and encourages people of all ages and walks of life to pursue their long-held dreams of playing this instrument… which is exactly why it annoys me that these videos often contain specifically Christian remarks. It’s not the inclusion of hymn tunes that bothers me- it’s easy to appreciate the simple beauty of melodies of religious origin regardless of one’s own religious persuasion!- but the insertion of the teachers’ personal feelings about a Christian god that seem to me to be totally unnecessary and irrelevant. I myself am Christian, for the record. But music and the harp are for everyone, and these remarks, however innocent, must feel alienating to budding harpists that don’t subscribe to these beliefs.
I pray for you, harpshapedbox. Thank you, Carrie and Christy-Lyn, for the beautiful music and the encouraging words. May God bless you richly as you remain a blessing for many! January I started to learn alone playing the harp. I can't afford a harp teacher or online lessons, but I learned a lot from your youtube videos you share so generously with us. May all you do be to the glory of God and for the benefit of the people. Thank you!
I'm agnostic. This sort of thing makes me uncomfortable, too... but because I want to learn a lot of hymns and carols, I understand that the teacher may want to comment on what the piece means to them. Maybe I'd feel differently if I hadn't grown up in the Christian tradition, but it's not something I'd make an issue of. Christy-Lyn and Carrie offer us so much -- I focus on the music.
@@elenabraun2257 thanks! Praying that you come into some money for lessons.
Peace to you. I have often thought that music is not touching or beautiful when the musician does not bring their heart, emotions, and soul to the piece. When they do though, it can be so magical! For a follower of Christ, God means so much to us, keeping that love inside is like trying to contain massive springs of living water that are gushing inside our souls. Impossible. For us, it’s like hearing someone say, “You’re my friend, but I can’t stand your husband that you love so much. Make sure to never mention him around me.” When you’re reason for living and everything you do, including the music, is Him, it’s only natural that you speak of Him often. ❤
Thank you for sharing this beautiful music!
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