Medieval Celtic Harp: Lai - French Trouvere song (arr: Deborah Friou)

I have learned that a society and culture can only remain healthy if the balance between beauty and utility is upheld in its creations. I feel this is something worth deeply considering in this modern age where the necessity of that balance is at risk of being forgotten. Lai is a Medieval French 13th Century Trouvere song. I selected this song because of my fascination with the Trouvere way of life. During the Twelfth to the Thirteenth Centuries in Northern France, the Trouvere's were aristocratic Poets and Musicians. They were influenced by, and were contemporary with the Troubadours. A 'Lai' is a style of song that is characteristic of the Trouvreres and up to 800 of their songs were recorded and are still in existence today.
The troubadours and trouvères were not simply poor, itinerant, wandering minstrals as is commonly believed. They were either poets and composers who were supported by the aristocracy, or aristocrats themselves. Kings, queens, counts and countesses were among the Trouveres. The creation and performance of music was part of the courtly tradition and like today a form of cultural and self expression. The lyrics of the songs were naturally a reflection of society at that time. They often revolve around romanticised courtly love, religious or spiritual devotion and humour including crude satire. It’s inspiring to delve into the art of a past culture and explore history that way. It gives a more emotional perspective on past events.
Production - Anwen Productions
Recording and engineering - Claire Evelynn @claire.evelynn.harp
Filming - Charlotte Elsie @charlotteelsiephotograpy
Editing - Claire Evelynn
The arrangement of this song is by Deborah Friou and featured in her book 'Early Music for the Harp'. I chose to use the arrangement because I enjoyed it's rhythm and simplicity. This video is not being shared for monetary gain, it is simply a creative expression and so my daughter Charlotte Elise could attempt her first videography session. I think she did incredibly!!! I am astonished that she did so well at her first time filming something!
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[@vickyclarke4289]

Psalm 104: 15 The sinners will vanish from the earth, And the wicked will no longer exist. Let me praise Jehovah. Praise Jah!

[@JosSae2]

Where could I find the sheetmusic of these songs? I like to explore and try this music. Beautiful video and played!

[@ClaireEvelynnHarp]

Hello, Thank you so much :) the sheet music is in Deborah Friou's medieval songs book.

[@JosSae2]

Thank you! Which harp is this?

[@fcfc6151]

Musique très sensible. Et très belle interprétation, très belle sonorité !

[@nicolycristina7187]

Linda canção

[@thehermitslight11.11]

This is so beautiful Claire Bear much love from THL777 ❤😊

[@ValfreyjaAndTheHarp]

That was absolutely beautiful! Thanks for the info in the description too, I love learning more about the music.

[@Retierdlife4me]

Beautiful song and love the way you did your video

[@lp8005]

Yes, the Music very well, very beautiful. Mystic Atmosphir ❤

[@ClaireEvelynnHarp]

Thank you so much :)

[@Audrey-hx1fw]

So majestic!

[@peacerunrecords]

Love this so much!

[@AlbaMusicArt]

*This video is pure perfection!❤*

[@ClaireEvelynnHarp]

How sweet, thank you. I will pass that on to my daughter, it was her first time filming a video.

[@Kat_K_]

Thank you for sharing this with us!👍👍👍👍👍

[@ClaireEvelynnHarp]

Hello, Thank you, my daughter filmed it and I feel very proud of her :)

[@dayofembers]

So so magical - love this very much 🌿✨

[@claireanwenevelynn8931]

Thank you 🥰💚

[@KuldeepChauhan33333]

How beautiful! And Magnificent ❤

[@ClaireEvelynnHarp]

Thank you for the encouragement :)

[@pedrogonzalocaballerotorre409]

I feel in ancient ages!

[@ClaireEvelynnHarp]

:) cool

[@heathertxuk]

Absolutely beautiful, ethereal, and calming. ❤

[@ClaireEvelynnHarp]

Thank you so much! I appreciate you reaching out :)

[@JosSae2]

Which small harp do you play here? How many strings?

[@AndreaKirwin]

Stunning 👑

[@ClaireEvelynnHarp]

Thank you! 😊

[@markrehmann6243]

👍💖

[@Moviesongchannel]

🎖🎖🎖🎖🎖

[@nickis.artworld9557]

wonderful! What levers are on your harp? Loveland levers?

[@ClaireEvelynnHarp]

Hi, I always get Truitt Levers