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Learning the Harp
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Добавлен 12 янв 2012
It's never too late to learn to play the harp! And you don't need a musical background. I learned the harp as an adult, and you can do it too!
Learning to play the harp can be overwhelming, especially when you don't have a teacher nearby or can't afford lessons. It's hard to know where to start, and how to progress. Without help we can pick up bad habits that are difficult to fix, and when our progress slows down it can be really frustrating. But it doesn't have to be that way!
Here at "Learning the Harp" we are passionate about inspiring new harp players and helping you learn, because we believe it's never too late to learn to play the harp!
We release new harp videos every Thursday, so subscribe for more harp inspiration and encouragement.
"Learning the Harp" includes harp teachers Christy-Lyn Dosé (Cape Town, South Africa), and Carrie Tollett (Maryland, USA).
Learning to play the harp can be overwhelming, especially when you don't have a teacher nearby or can't afford lessons. It's hard to know where to start, and how to progress. Without help we can pick up bad habits that are difficult to fix, and when our progress slows down it can be really frustrating. But it doesn't have to be that way!
Here at "Learning the Harp" we are passionate about inspiring new harp players and helping you learn, because we believe it's never too late to learn to play the harp!
We release new harp videos every Thursday, so subscribe for more harp inspiration and encouragement.
"Learning the Harp" includes harp teachers Christy-Lyn Dosé (Cape Town, South Africa), and Carrie Tollett (Maryland, USA).
Is Harp Difficult to Learn? 🤷♀️
I know the Harp can seem like a rather complex instrument, but is it actually difficult to learn? Let’s chat about a few potentially intimidating aspects and break them down, so that you feel comfortable and ready to learn it yourself! 🤗
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THE HARPS IN THIS VIDEO:
Christy-Lyn plays a Special Edition Fullsicle Harp in Cherry, with upgraded bass strings. geni.us/specialfullsicle *, a Musicmakers Jolie Hybrid (the "Christy-Lyn edition") geni.us/CLEditionJolie *, a Lyon & Healey Ogden geni.us/Ogden * & a Lyon & Healey Style 2000 geni.us/Style2000 *
Carrie plays a Dusty Strings Ravenna 34 geni.us/Ravenna * & a Musicmakers Ballad 34 geni.us/balladharp * ...
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THE HARPS IN THIS VIDEO:
Christy-Lyn plays a Special Edition Fullsicle Harp in Cherry, with upgraded bass strings. geni.us/specialfullsicle *, a Musicmakers Jolie Hybrid (the "Christy-Lyn edition") geni.us/CLEditionJolie *, a Lyon & Healey Ogden geni.us/Ogden * & a Lyon & Healey Style 2000 geni.us/Style2000 *
Carrie plays a Dusty Strings Ravenna 34 geni.us/Ravenna * & a Musicmakers Ballad 34 geni.us/balladharp * ...
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Harp lessons from Pickleball - learning a new skill
Просмотров 87714 дней назад
I've picked up a new hobby...pickleball! 🏓 I wanted to share some lessons I'm learning about trying someone a bit outside my comfort zone. Maybe you can relate to some of the struggles I'm working through? THE HARP IN THIS VIDEO: The harp you see behind Carrie is a Ballad 34 geni.us/balladharp * Use coupon code: MakeHarpMusic on the Musicmakers website to get 10% off your first purchase geni.us...
Learn some good 'ol 60's songs on the Harp
Просмотров 2,2 тыс.21 день назад
Romantic ballads and joyful tunes make a wonderful mix of 60's pieces to add to your repertoire. 🥰 Taking a walk down memory lane, these songs capture the range of memories from a reminiscent time gone by. What stories do these songs bring back to life for you, friends, or loved ones? 🤗 SONGS IN THIS VIDEO: Unchained Melody (Early-Intermediate) 1965 Course link: geni.us/UnchainedMelody-ei-crs S...
Lap Harp Comparison: Sonnet vs 28-Bass LAP vs Harpsicle!
Просмотров 2,1 тыс.21 день назад
Let's compare lap harps! Many of you have been curious about how Marini's 28-Bass LAP harp compares to Musicmakers' Sonnet... so I'm here to help! I also thought it would be interesting to compare to a Harpsicle, since this is the most familiar lap harp for most people. What do you like about each harp? 😄 MORE INFO ABOUT THESE HARPS: Special Edition Fullsicle Harp in Cherry, with upgraded bass ...
How to Lock in Good Habits (Student Feedback)
Просмотров 1,3 тыс.Месяц назад
It's Feedback Friday! 🌟 Today we get to hear from Leanna and she is asking for feedback to make sure that she is establishing good habits early on in her playing. You'll hear a lot of practical advice and encouragement, for whatever stage you're at in your harp journey! Submit your own Feedback Video: geni.us/FeedbackVideos THE HARP IN THIS VIDEO: Carrie is playing a Ballad 34 geni.us/balladhar...
Sonnet Harp Unboxing! (Lap harp that sounds like a floor harp?)
Просмотров 4,1 тыс.Месяц назад
A lap harp that sounds like a floor harp? 👀 That's quite a claim! I'm thankful to experience this harp, and look forward to hear how it compares to my other lap harps... comparison video coming soon 🤩 Thanks Musicmakers for sending me this beautiful harp! Sonnet Harp: geni.us/Sonnet-Lap-Harp * Amazon Cello stand:geni.us/Cello-Stand-for-Harp * Harp Lights: geni.us/harplightsmusicmakers * Use cou...
Learn these woodland songs on the harp (Celtic Harp)
Просмотров 3 тыс.Месяц назад
Enjoying the wind rustling through the trees is best accompaniment to these beautiful Harp pieces 🌲 Inspired by picnics and strolls through the woods, this is a collection of our pieces that are connected to forests and the great outdoors in their own right. Each can conjure the feeling of peacefully walking through the forest, and can be the next tranquil song added to your repertoire. SONGS I...
5 first harp pieces anyone can learn!
Просмотров 2,2 тыс.2 месяца назад
When you start learning to play the harp, it can sound just as beautiful as these Early-Beginner pieces! Each piece teaches basic harp technique and gives you the satisfaction of playing a fun and beautiful song 🤗 Your journey to playing beautiful music begins the moment you start... SONGS IN THIS VIDEO: Morning Has Broken (Early-Beginner) Course link: geni.us/morningbroken-ebcourse Sheet Music...
New harp unboxing!! (28-Bass Lap Harp by Marini Made Harps)
Просмотров 4,4 тыс.2 месяца назад
A beautiful new lap harp with extra bass strings!! Join me as I open it up and try it out for the first time. This harp has 4 extra bass strings compared to most lap harps, and a nice large sound box which gives the sound depth and fullness... it sounds similar to a floor harp! Let me know if you have any questions, because I'm planning a comparison video between this harp and some other lap ha...
Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring (instrumental Harp)
Просмотров 2,5 тыс.2 месяца назад
I love the uplifting, contemplative nature of this beloved piece by J.S. Bach. It's so fitting on the harp! I hope you enjoy THE HARP IN THIS VIDEO: Carrie is playing a Ballad 34 geni.us/balladharp * Use coupon code: MakeHarpMusic on the Musicmakers website to get 10% off your first purchase geni.us/musicmakers * VIDEO COURSES TO LEARN "JESU, JOY OF MAN'S DESIRING" - Early-intermediate: geni.us...
Concerning Hobbits (Celtic Harp) Lord of the Rings
Просмотров 4 тыс.3 месяца назад
I wouldn't consider myself a big Lord of the Rings fan (to my husbands dismay🤣) but Christy-Lyn and I truly had such a blast making this arrangement of Concerning Hobbits! It was so fun to find ways to imitate the various instruments heard in the original orchestral version. 🧙🏼♀️🌿 Enjoy! THE HARP IN THIS VIDEO: Carrie is playing a Musicmakers Ballad 34 geni.us/balladharp * Use coupon code: Mak...
Is It OKAY to Place This Way? (Student Feedback)
Просмотров 2,1 тыс.4 месяца назад
We're back for another Feedback Friday! 🎉 Today we'll get to hear from Anne, and hopefully the tips I share in response to her questions help in your own playing as well! Give them a try and let me know how it goes in the comments 😃 Submit your own Feedback Video: geni.us/FeedbackVideos Learning the harp and want to stay inspired? Here are some next steps: 1) SUBSCRIBE ON RUclips to keep growin...
34 string comparison: Ravenna vs. Ballad harps
Просмотров 4,9 тыс.4 месяца назад
What differences do YOU hear between these two beautiful harps?😄 🎶 Let me know in the comments 👇🏼 MORE INFO ABOUT THESE HARPS: Ballad 34: geni.us/balladharp * Ravenna 34: geni.us/Ravenna Use coupon code: MakeHarpMusic on the Musicmakers website to get 10% off your first purchase geni.us/musicmakers * SONGS PLAYED: River Flows in You - geni.us/RiverFlowsSheet A Thousand Years - geni.us/AThousand...
Let's learn a beginner harp piece! (And avoid a common mistake...)
Просмотров 7 тыс.4 месяца назад
Here's an easy beginner piece called "Clouds are Parting"... it could be your first real harp piece! Exciting. Are you ready to take your harp learning seriously? 🌱"Harp Beginnings" 6-week program🌱 geni.us/HarpBeginnings ⛅ FREE Sheet Music for "Clouds Are Parting" ⛅ Click to download the sheet music: geni.us/CloudsParting-Freebie THE HARP IN THIS VIDEO: Christy-Lyn is playing a Musicmakers Joli...
Wild Mountain Thyme (on Celtic harp)
Просмотров 3,6 тыс.5 месяцев назад
Wild Mountain Thyme (on Celtic harp)
3 secrets that will transform your harp practice (+ FREE event)
Просмотров 3 тыс.5 месяцев назад
3 secrets that will transform your harp practice ( FREE event)
New harp unboxing! (Ballad harp from Musicmakers)
Просмотров 2,5 тыс.5 месяцев назад
New harp unboxing! (Ballad harp from Musicmakers)
Air On The G String (Celtic Harp)
Просмотров 3,5 тыс.5 месяцев назад
Air On The G String (Celtic Harp)
Foggy Mountain View (for beginner harp)
Просмотров 2,2 тыс.6 месяцев назад
Foggy Mountain View (for beginner harp)
In the Bleak Midwinter (on Celtic Harp)
Просмотров 3,2 тыс.7 месяцев назад
In the Bleak Midwinter (on Celtic Harp)
Mary Did You Know... on two harps!
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Mary Did You Know... on two harps!
The Water is Wide (on a new Harp 🤗)
Просмотров 4,1 тыс.7 месяцев назад
The Water is Wide (on a new Harp 🤗)
4 simple (but often overlooked) tips to level up your Harp playing (Student Feedback)
Просмотров 5 тыс.8 месяцев назад
4 simple (but often overlooked) tips to level up your Harp playing (Student Feedback)
Hello from my kitchen! Some thoughts on learning a new skill
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Hello from my kitchen! Some thoughts on learning a new skill
How to avoid buzzing and play cleanly (Student Feedback)
Просмотров 3,5 тыс.9 месяцев назад
How to avoid buzzing and play cleanly (Student Feedback)
There's a better way to learn to read Sheet Music
Просмотров 8 тыс.10 месяцев назад
There's a better way to learn to read Sheet Music
beautiful
I named my harp Ebony Beauty =)
How about string tension?
Carrie, this is absolutely gorgeous 😍 I'm on section A and loving it so much. Beautiful performance and arrangement ❤ Well done and thank you so much. I feel sure I can learn it with your help in the video course. Hopefully!
which is the best harp
grandes musicos e cantores, verdadeiros adoradores do Senhor...
"PSALM 33 : 2"
Beautiful. What harp are you playing on ?
The Gymnopédies are my favourite pieces of music so dreamy but also somber ☁️💖
I’m a total “newbie “
I bought a harp earlier. But I’m looking forward to learning how to play ing make beautiful music now
I still love that its the ambient music on Ard Skellige in the Witcher. (Slightly changed version) Its inviting to just take a stroll through the game.... Beautiful music in your ears and its feels kinda peaceful even tho the whole world is at war in the game.....
Yes, I would like to see more video of your experiences at the Festival. This video had great content and was edited well.
As a left hander I experienced some difficulty in the first few months since my strongest hand was not playing the melody but bass and the accompaniment was simple, compared to melody line. However as I've progressed my dexterity with both hands has evened out, because I can play a few arrangements which use chord "runs" in either bass or melody or both.( I've had no formal music training except LTH courses.I taught myself the first 8 months to play 3 pieces by ear as I had no music & no harp teachers nearby. Hardly anyone I talk to has ever heard a solo harp live before either Downunder. I found LTH when I desired to improve and grow and started watching professional harpists on line- very daunting, but I was hooked. LTH is a godsend ❤
That's amazing! Well done on persevering through those difficult times in the beginning - that's really inspiring! 💚 --Carrie
Does human finger shape really Matter for learning harp ?
The Grossi book has been translated. Bought a copy. This is a very helpful video. My fourth finger needs this exercise! Thank you Christy-Lyn. 💕
All excellent points! By the way, has CL had her baby?
Yes she has! She had her baby in May. They are both doing well! ❤🤗
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Biggest best surprise was that you are also in SA, and then best wishes for the baby. We might hear more lullaby and children's songs.
So lovely
Thank you for the lessons. You look like the actress in Titanic. Beautiful instrument -I play guitar and thinking maybe adding the harp. Love the lessons
Very enchanting! What microphone do you use for the harp?
Coming from the guitar, there’s only one answer: EASY!
Christy-Lyn hat eine zauberhafte Stimme. Da geht uns das Herz auf.
I'm trying to teach myself in the UK from your videos. I just need to find out how to buy your sheet music as it comes up in dollars..... will it just convert it to sterling when it goes through?
Yeeeeaaaa! At last! As a 67yr old, total beginer harp player, this exactly what I've been looking for Thank you so much, Christy-Lynn.
Great video good job!
I'm not gonna lie, that Harp shadow looks magical, it made me feel warm inside! Thankyou for sharing with us ❤
PERFECT ❤
Lindo!!!!❤❤❤❤❤
So cute. 🥰
If you want to feel confused, try the harp after playing fingerstyle guitar for years. On guitar the thumb plays the low notes, so everything is backwards your fingers will naturally start scales and arpeggios at the wrong end. I actually tried playing the harp sitting at the wrong end and found it easier, but it makes it hard to reach the high notes and the levers are on the wrong side... I plan to learn it the normal way, but it was an interesting experiment.
I'm sure that's quite an adjustment to learn the harp! But hey, it's a good challenge for the brain 😃
Love it!
I grew up playing the piano. Harp is easier, especially a lever harp - and a lot of fun!
It is absolutely hard to play harp, but it can be easy for some folks if they practice and sing to the music a lot. 😇💛🎼
as a violon player and harp beginner i can tell, playing harp is a lot easyer than playing the violin ;-)
In your opinion what makes it feel easier? 😃
@@LearningtheHarp well, the notes get once tuned before playing. Not possible to.play the wrong intonation or the wrong key. thats already a lot compatef to the violin. and: you play one note with one single hand/finger, so concentration this one. at the violin, the note is produced with both hands, intonation/vibrato left, sound/loudness/intensity/length with the right hand/bow. You play a note once on harp, on violin you can change/hold/shorten/stretch...the note until the next...sorry, my english is not good enough to explain perfectly....
No, that was a good explanation. @@antje9069
Wow you did very well
I play the violin! Can't wait to practice the harp!
I have a question about watching your playing......were you plucking with your 5th finger, or were you just moving it out of the way , and maybe a little balance to your plucking technique? It looks like you're plucking (with your 5th finger), but I'm told you never use the 5th finger......and what a busy song!!!! I got anxious just watching you do a two person job of playing and flipping levers......and you didn't miss a beat. Would it be rude to ask how many takes you did on that recording? Anyway, you're wonderful! So is my harp teacher. I couldn't begin to pick a favorite. Even the Harp twins present an impossible choice between just the two of them. All things harp (and lyrre)!!!!
I'm 68 and started out slowly playing the harp as a senior learner with no musical background. Christy-Lyn's "Learning the Harp" website and tutorials are, in my opinion, exceptionally well done. I started on a Fullsicle, made by Harpsicle, with 26 strings. I rented it through Vermont Violins. I enjoyed it so much I bought a Salvi Titan 38 string. Cost is always a factor. My husband arranged our budget to allow us to pay monthly. Though I can't really justify the purchase - I'm not going to make money as a harpist - but it is an enjoyable activity and it keeps my arthritic hands nibble. The tutorials are excellent and I recommend taking advantage of the trial offer "after" you rent a harp - it can take a few weeks to receive your harp. I think it's worth it.
It's great to hear from you, Rebecca 🤗 I'm so glad it's felt like a worthwhile purchase! There's definitely an incredible return on investing in the harp, even if it's not always a financial one! 😃
It's easier playing than carrying a harp 😂 - joke aside, I think learning an instrument is like learning languages: you need to invest your time and it's really rewarding at any level or stage. Thanks for your great video lessons!
LOL 😆 you're so right - learning music really is like learning a new language! Thanks for your comment 💚 --Carrie
As a harp player myself I have this to say: Learning the harp is by no means difficult, but I wouldn't call it easy either. Perfectly balanced, as all things should be. The main thing, other then good technique, is making getting your fingers acquaint with plucking the string. Playing the harp loudly and clearly takes strength and stamina, something you build up by practicing a lot. Playing too much can indeed be harmful to your fingers, so never overdo it. Don't be intimidated by this because I promise playing the harp is a lot of fun, no matter what kind of music you might play on it!
I think that's great advice! 💚 -Carrie
Such a lovely, beautiful tune.
Be inspired and keep ,looking up
I've been wanting to learn the harp since I was a little kid, but I've been scared to take the leap in case I don’t stick with it (I live rurally, and there are no teachers, and I would have to buy one straight up). In the meantime, I watch these videos to get my harp fix. ❤
I learned exclusively from video courses for the first year of my harp journey due to covid restrictions at the time. I managed to reach a late intermediate level by following the instructions in the courses as thoroughly as I could. If you really want to learn the harp, don't let your doubts hold you back! It's doable!
I’m in precisely the same boat. And I don’t have any money of my own, but I can make rag dolls from scrap fabric and my plan now is to start selling them as much as I can until I save enough for a harp (could be a lot of rag dolls! 🤣)
I hope one day you're able to try it for yourself! 💚 --Carrie
@@sorelyanlie2784 I'm wishing you lots of luck!
@@kathilisi3019 Can I ask what harp you used? And if it was a full lever harp or lap harp?
How do I loosen my lever harps smallest bridge pins? Not the tuning pins. The small bridge pins end in a cone shape unlike the others.
Can you you go here in our country?
How i wish We will meet in personal..
Thank you for sharing idol 😊😊😊
I think you make them all sound amazing! But I love the Bass harp.