How to Play the Harp: Start HERE (#1 of 14)

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  • Part 1 of 14 in the "How to play the harp" series. In this video, you'll get an overview and some ideas to have fun with your harp!
    Missed an episode? Here are links for the full series:
    Episode 1: How to Play the Harp: Start HERE! tinyurl.com/yawfljuy
    Episode 2: Harp Strings: What are the notes? tinyurl.com/ycdrxebj
    Episode 3: How to Tune a Harp for the first time tinyurl.com/ycqbqryp
    Episode 4: How to Sit at a Harp tinyurl.com/y8jmufs6
    Episode 5: Arm Position at the Harp tinyurl.com/yar74cpb
    Episode 6: Harp Technique: Hand Position at the Harp tinyurl.com/y9cve2vt
    Episode 7: Numbering the Fingers for Harp Playing tinyurl.com/ycpqxpsc
    Episode 8: Harp Technique: The Right Way to Pluck tinyurl.com/ya7xfyfg
    Episode 9: 3 Fun Exercises with One Finger tinyurl.com/ybpam83h
    Episode 10: Is Your Harp the Right Height? tinyurl.com/ycghwabu
    Episode 11: How to Hold a Lap Harp tinyurl.com/yd9jdgec
    Episode 12: Harp Technique: Using the Thumb and Finger tinyurl.com/y9o2cyyf
    Episode 13: How to Play the Harp Smoothly tinyurl.com/y8rjpyc4
    Episode 14: Your First Harp Piece tinyurl.com/yd3eyh3d
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 374

  • @fiharding5253
    @fiharding5253 2 роки тому +288

    Im 59 and have just bought my first harp; she's called Morwenna. Wanted to learn the harp since I was young but finally decide its now or never. Want to play folk tunes so I can join with my Border Morris side when they 'jam' after dancing. I've been watching your tutorials for a while and very excited to try putting your teaching into practice. I love how enthusiastic you are and you make me believe I can actually succeed. Thank you.

    • @kittypride1815
      @kittypride1815 2 роки тому +5

      :) I have faith in you!! Keep up the good work

    • @setareramezan1857
      @setareramezan1857 2 роки тому +2

      So inspiring 😍

    • @myStarChili
      @myStarChili 2 роки тому +2

      how's the harp going dude?

    • @Annabellafruitarian
      @Annabellafruitarian 2 роки тому +1

      Hello dear, I would love to learn harp but I don’t know which one buy, could you advise me about which harp buy ? I need an harp who I can travel with so have to be not to big. Could you advise me please? Thank you so much ❣️

    • @gwynethjones7323
      @gwynethjones7323 2 роки тому +1

      Hello Fi Harding. I don’t have a harp yet, I am 58 watching these videos and getting inspired.

  • @mauroc1896
    @mauroc1896 Місяць тому +5

    A great aunt died recently and we found my granpa's old harp sitting in her apartment, it needs to be restored but i'm really exited to learn to play :)

  • @marymurphy8519
    @marymurphy8519 Рік тому +52

    I just bought my first harp. It’s a Lyon Healy Gold harp. It’s 95 years old. It’s beautiful. I started taking lessons at the age of 65 and I’m now 68. Have fun, fellow Harpists!! Your never too old to learn something new

    • @LearningtheHarp
      @LearningtheHarp  Рік тому +5

      Wow, that’s an unusual harp to start on… sounds amazing!! 😍

    • @jennisilberstein9795
      @jennisilberstein9795 28 днів тому +1

      I'm 79 and just starting to learn to play the harp, a Ravenna 26.

  • @shelleysink6776
    @shelleysink6776 9 місяців тому +13

    I just turned 64 and now waiting for my birthday present to myself. A 19 string small harp. It’s encouraging to see that others started later in life. Always wanted to play! So exciting

  • @gracetysisiliamanuel8032
    @gracetysisiliamanuel8032 2 роки тому +5

    bcos of your videos , I have a hope to try playing harp, today is my harp journey started, my 29 strings harp has just arrived,i will call it "Seraphin", I'm 100% beginner, 33 yo, don't know how to read music, just wanna give my best. Wish me luck everyone.

  • @lorrainechambers8075
    @lorrainechambers8075 2 роки тому +4

    I have a rental harp which I just named Luna as it is a full moon weekend. She is a Roosebeck Gothic. I started to play back 40 years ago but I was married to a rock bassist and our funds were tight so I returned the harp and stopped my lessons with the future well known harpist Sylvia Woods. (I hired her to play at my brother Marc’s wedding). I feel so happy to go full circle to return to learning about being a harpist. I hope to play as a healing harpist for hospice patients and those in rehab homes. Thank you for this series.

  • @peterboiney6547
    @peterboiney6547 8 місяців тому +9

    I'm 64, and brought my first harp home today. She's just like the one in the video, and I'm so happy to be learning an instrument so wonderful sounding. I don't know her name yet, but will soon, I hope.
    The videos are so informative, and presented in a great spirit of fun. Thank you so much.

    • @jandunn169
      @jandunn169 8 місяців тому

      What type of harp are you playing? The harp I would like is 3000 so I need to get a decent inexpensive one while I save.

    • @peterboiney6547
      @peterboiney6547 8 місяців тому

      ​@jandunn169
      I'm playing a Rees Fullsicle Special Edition. It's a great beginner's harp, with 26 levered strings. At around $1600, it isn't exactly cheap, but it's not terribly expensive, in comparison to a lot of others, and it's well made. Actually, I believe it's the same one being played in this video.
      Here's to your journey!

    • @jandunn169
      @jandunn169 8 місяців тому

      @@peterboiney6547 Thank you...yes I am excited. I am thinking about an Allegro from Dusty Springs

    • @peterboiney6547
      @peterboiney6547 8 місяців тому

      @@jandunn169
      Very nice. I expect you'll be pleased. Happy harping.

  • @adrianjohnson7920
    @adrianjohnson7920 5 місяців тому +2

    I bought a "Fullsickle" (named Pottifer, after a beloved pet Guinea Pig) some years ago, and the day after I I received it, fell and broke my elbow and had other damage too. I got better, but then became my spouse's full time carer and had no time.
    Then I had another fall and broke the other elbow. . .
    2 operations for carpal tunnel, but made good recovery.
    A neighbour's mother died -- she had expertly played the lap harp with no levers, so the neighbour, knowing I was going to learn the harp, gave it to me: broken strings, but it's a quality instrument well cared for. So: recently widowed, I bought a set of strings for it, and now have 2 harps to learn to play. . . . I'll tune them differently. I'm doing this. (BTW, I'm 75. ) 👍

  • @Fae88856
    @Fae88856 Місяць тому +1

    Hi! I’m so glad I found you. My husband gave me a beautiful harp a few years ago but I have no way of having lessons where I live. So, I want to learn proper technique. I can’t even read music and am very intimidated by that but I’m willing to try very hard. I have named my harp! Her name is Aurora Sidhe. I do play around with her a bit, just to get comfortable. I love my harp and am looking forward to learning more about how to play.

  • @alicethomas8988
    @alicethomas8988 3 роки тому +23

    Hello! I just turned 71 yoa and for my birthday my husband made my childhood dream come true. He bought me a Lyon Healy 36 string Troubadour VI. I am finally going to play this awesome instrument! Christy, I will watch your 1-14 lessons over and over until I feel comfortable, and then I will move on to your next lessons. Due to the pandemic, I will teach myself the fundamentals and then perhaps look into private lessons. You are a gentle and very knowledgeable
    instructor. Thank you!

    • @LearningtheHarp
      @LearningtheHarp  3 роки тому +2

      Wow Alice, this is so exciting!! I’m so pleased to hear about your childhood dream coming true 😍 Congratulations, and what a kind husband! I hope it goes well with using my videos and courses. Once you join our harp community on the website you will find a supportive group of people who have had similar experiences to you as they learn. If you have any questions or need some encouragement, that’s a great place to go! Sending love ❤️❤️❤️

    • @nevertoolatetolearnmusic
      @nevertoolatetolearnmusic 2 роки тому

      Wow! I just got the same harp, troubadour vi yesterday and I will have my first lesson 4 days from now. I always wanted to have harp since I was a little girl, finally ❤️❤️❤️❤️ how has it been for you?

    • @alicethomas8988
      @alicethomas8988 2 роки тому

      @@nevertoolatetolearnmusic I love Rosa (it's name). It is slow going for me but that is okay; I don't want the pressure that I believe will come with having a private teacher (at my age). Perhaps down the road I'll change my mind, but for now I get really happy when I sit to practice. The harp gives me a sense of peace with its dulcet sound. I sincerely wish you success and happiness with your Troubadour.

  • @aoifefitzgerald7379
    @aoifefitzgerald7379 3 роки тому +19

    Just found out that my granny is giving me her old harp so I’m here now lol

    • @LearningtheHarp
      @LearningtheHarp  3 роки тому +4

      Oh wow that’s amazing!!! Super exciting for you, hey!

  • @BoutMeHealingCiceRivera
    @BoutMeHealingCiceRivera 3 місяці тому +1

    You are a beautiful soul, thank you, I finally ordered my harp and I am excited, after waiting a couple of years.

  • @marilynlong2490
    @marilynlong2490 3 роки тому +65

    Hello Christy-Lyn My husband bought me my harp 7 days ago - for my 70th birthday! Ever since moving to North Wales 7 years ago (is there a pattern here?) we've talked about learning to play the harp. Your online lessons are so encouraging, perfectly paced, and well filmed. Thanks to all your Team. I am autistic and have poor muscle tone in my hands. My thumbs have 'lost' most of the muscle due to carpal tunnel syndrome so any tips on extra exercises would be so welcome. 😀 I loved the three exercises in part 6 or 7 and do not have a favourite. So I play them all. BTW my harp is Henrietta. ❤🎵

    • @zipporian1491
      @zipporian1491 2 роки тому

      Fellow autistic here, do you think your autism has made harp harder to learn? Considering doing it myself, just wanna see how hard it is first

  • @LearningtheHarp
    @LearningtheHarp  4 роки тому +45

    Welcome to this beginner series! Links for each episode in the series are in the description box above :)

    • @PinkHypatia
      @PinkHypatia 4 роки тому

      Thank you!

    • @annettekelly1592
      @annettekelly1592 4 роки тому +1

      Learning the Harp with Christy-Lyn! These look great. I can’t wait to go through them all. Just wondering if you might be able to add the episode # to the titles. Maybe it is my computer only. But when I use the link to go to the next one, it takes me out of UA-cam and to safari. I’m not computer whizzy, I just think I could find the next one easier with the number added in sight. 😃😃😃

    • @arcanalumina3276
      @arcanalumina3276 3 роки тому

      Hello miss Cristy Lyn!
      I'm learning how to play the lyre harp.. Is this also applicable to the lyre too?

    • @dasolamercy6416
      @dasolamercy6416 2 роки тому

      😊

  • @harper.la.vegano
    @harper.la.vegano Рік тому +2

    I have a 5 ft tall Paraguayan harp that I bought in 2016 and couldn't play it because it needed TLC. Just had it serviced and I'm ready to play! Thought about names for several years and since I haven't had a "moment" with them yet, I'll know it when I feel it!

  • @SpryteintheAndes
    @SpryteintheAndes 6 місяців тому +1

    I just subscribed. I'm 57, will be 58 in 3 weeks, and want to buy a harp this year. I'm so encouraged by your channel.and the comments from so many who started late like I am! I look forward to the journey. I love your energy and sweetness. Thank you for making these videos!

  • @GReddy-hp4uk
    @GReddy-hp4uk 3 місяці тому +1

    I don't even own a harp but you definitely got me excited right away. Such a generous smile too! ❤

    • @LearningtheHarp
      @LearningtheHarp  3 місяці тому

      Great! 😃 Maybe there’s a harpist inside you, just waiting to be inspired 🙌🏻

    • @GReddy-hp4uk
      @GReddy-hp4uk 3 місяці тому

      @@LearningtheHarp can you advice on a good harp to start with? I'm not looking for a cheap harp but a good harp because I'm pretty sure I will not regret it. Like I also just straight up bought a digital piano before I even tried playing.

  • @watchingmywasteline
    @watchingmywasteline Рік тому +3

    My fiance's brother has made me a harp and I am so excited to learn to play it!

  • @annettekelly1592
    @annettekelly1592 4 роки тому +5

    Oh my goodness! That was quick. I just put the post about numbering... then I saw them all done! Wow!

  • @yentran1680
    @yentran1680 3 роки тому +6

    I name my harp Nada. That would be the source of beautiful and mindful sounds for the soul.

  • @riithewordsmith
    @riithewordsmith 3 роки тому +23

    I really appreciate the encouragement of this series. It helped me maintain my excitement when I was feeling discouraged because of challenges in even obtaining a harp. I've named her Sothis!

  • @ingridr4374
    @ingridr4374 4 роки тому +60

    So excited! My harp's name is Mystic Moon!

    • @LearningtheHarp
      @LearningtheHarp  4 роки тому +7

      Ooooooh nice one!

    • @etwrecipe
      @etwrecipe 4 роки тому +5

      I love the name❤️

    • @MrDengo999
      @MrDengo999 3 роки тому +2

      Are you still playing??? Did you learn nicely?

  • @TaylorDelRey
    @TaylorDelRey 2 роки тому +1

    Her energy is fantastic.

  • @NikkiWishfulThinking
    @NikkiWishfulThinking 11 місяців тому +1

    I’m so happy to come across your page as I learn to play. I never thought about naming my harp but now he has a name. It’s George Harper 🥰

  • @qltygrl3187
    @qltygrl3187 4 роки тому +5

    Fundamentals are definitely key! I’m excited to learn this beautiful instrument!

    • @LearningtheHarp
      @LearningtheHarp  4 роки тому

      Ooooh exciting to get started!! Definitely keep posting your questions - it helps for me to know what videos are needed! ❤️

  • @RubyNightingaleone
    @RubyNightingaleone 3 роки тому

    Thank you for your series by the way.

  • @leahtv7778
    @leahtv7778 3 роки тому +3

    1:31 I just noticed the kitty! 😍 I'm excited to eventually get a harp, I love your videos 💖

  • @myrakorb7133
    @myrakorb7133 4 роки тому +24

    Named my 1st harp "Wannabe".

  • @scotthenriksen6777
    @scotthenriksen6777 2 роки тому +1

    I just bought a 29 string lever harp on eBay for £65 from Gear4Music as they were selling off one's that were damaged either for parts or repair. Considering they usually sell for £449 (which I know is still cheap for a harp of that size) and the very low level of fixing it actually needs, I think I have myself a total bargain. I haven't named it yet, but it is semi-matte black so it should probably be something Gothic like Severina or Valeria.
    It was Corrina Hewat who put me on to your videos and I am really looking forward to learning from you. She said you were really smiley and she was not wrong 😀. I have always loved the clarsach since childhood from the first time my parents played Alan Stivell's Renaissance of The Celtic Harp on the record player. Can't wait, thank you in advance.

  • @angelacorraleshaist
    @angelacorraleshaist 2 роки тому +1

    You're so nice! Thanks to your videos the process of learning the harp is easier because you transmit enthusiasm. I enjoy so much watching them!
    All the love from Argentina

    • @LearningtheHarp
      @LearningtheHarp  2 роки тому +1

      That’s wonderful news! Keep having fun with your learning 😃😃 Do you plan to try learning “After the Rain” when you’re done with this video series? It’s the best value for money if you get it in the beginner bundle 💕

    • @angelacorraleshaist
      @angelacorraleshaist 2 роки тому

      ​@@LearningtheHarpThank you very much! I'm already signed in the website, so I will keep it in mind 😊💖

  • @suzannederringer1607
    @suzannederringer1607 10 місяців тому

    This is just what I need! Thank you! 😊

  • @godsavethequeen457
    @godsavethequeen457 2 роки тому

    I bought a harp from Dusty Strings three months ago. It is arriving today sometime in the next hour and 15 minutes. I have your videos up on my computer so I can get started the second it comes through the door! I am so excited!! :D

    • @LearningtheHarp
      @LearningtheHarp  2 роки тому

      I love the enthusiasm and excitement, that’s so amazing!!! Have fun 😃😃😃

  • @ernawatikhang
    @ernawatikhang 2 роки тому

    Thankyou so much.... I am very excited! Thankyou

  • @etwrecipe
    @etwrecipe 4 роки тому +2

    the most helpful channel ever!!! thank you❤️

  • @randomsamdon
    @randomsamdon 3 роки тому

    I'm going to be renting a harp soon, I'm so excited 😊

  • @heywhatup9657
    @heywhatup9657 2 роки тому

    Girl thank you so much this play list is amazing!

    • @LearningtheHarp
      @LearningtheHarp  2 роки тому

      Wonderful, glad it’s helping 😄🙌🏻 Have fun!!

  • @chamomileandroses
    @chamomileandroses 3 роки тому +9

    Finally bought myself a harp on Monday after wanting to learn to play one for about 10 years, I'm 21 now and I am finally able to afford an instrument. Hope my journey of learning to play goes well!

  • @emilystanton7391
    @emilystanton7391 2 роки тому

    Hi!
    We bought my harpsicle harp this week and she came two days ago!! Her name is Hazel and I am enjoying making music even though I don’t know the technique yet. My husband loves to tinker on it too!!
    Blessings,
    Emily and Cappie Stanton 🙃

  • @annettekelly1592
    @annettekelly1592 4 роки тому +8

    My Celtic 34 string is named Malachi.
    My fullsicle is Blessing and Honor.

    • @LearningtheHarp
      @LearningtheHarp  4 роки тому +2

      Those are lovely names Annette. Very meaningful ❤️

  • @albertyoung8659
    @albertyoung8659 2 роки тому

    Awesome 👍❤️.

  • @miho7101
    @miho7101 4 роки тому +23

    My harp's name is Blessing♡

  • @kathilisi3019
    @kathilisi3019 3 роки тому +38

    I haven't yet named my harp, but I've named one of my violins "Tinúviel". In keeping with the Tolkien theme and the first song I've written for my harp, I think I'll name my harp "Nimrodel". :)

  • @emmalehtisalmi8970
    @emmalehtisalmi8970 Рік тому +1

    Got my very first baby harp yesterday, named her Heartstring ❤Learning to play the harp and to know some music theory will be a challenging yet entertaining and rewarding journey 😁

    • @LearningtheHarp
      @LearningtheHarp  Рік тому +1

      Ah that’s amazing!! Such a sweet name 😍 Not sure if you’ve heard but you can get a free beginner course of your choice from my website at the moment! Great way to get started with your learning journey 😃

  • @cmm6990
    @cmm6990 3 роки тому

    Deirdre just came home yesterday! She's a Bardic Harp, 22 strings. I watched her and her sisters through the shop glass for years until I got enough money (and enough space at home) so I could buy her!

  • @MikeSmith-yw7vb
    @MikeSmith-yw7vb Рік тому +1

    To be honest, I don’t have a harp, and probably not going to get one in awhile, I’m just bored lol. But these had some good info.

  • @kettringr4652
    @kettringr4652 2 роки тому +2

    The harp has the highest vibration of all musical instruments, or so I have read. I want to play the harp for others when they are ill. I have watched several videos. I named my harp "Song Bird." I thought about Harmony and Melody. Song BIrd is her name. Blessings, Elaine

    • @jenniferjamieson3553
      @jenniferjamieson3553 Рік тому

      Hello Elaine, I have heard that the health of a society can be measured by how many harpists there are. Let's keep this global harp community growing! There are volunteers in some USA hospitals that play their harps for people recovering from heart surgery. One is in Philadelphia I think. I have watched several videos regarding this as well. May you and Song Bird bring healing to many! Local old age manors and hospital chronic wings are a good place to play, even as a beginner. I will be bringing my harp into the chronic wing where my Dad is and letting him play on the instrument. - and others in the common room if they want to. I am just learning, but will play for them as I progress in the beginner phase. I also feel that when we decree Divine intent while we are practicing or playing a piece that the healing vibrations be sent to those calling and in need, they will be received. We make a difference with every blessing we send out.

  • @highjusticedelja7387
    @highjusticedelja7387 2 роки тому +12

    This is incredibly helpful, I’m considering getting a harp to play, and this series has improved my understanding so much!
    Thank you!

    • @LearningtheHarp
      @LearningtheHarp  2 роки тому

      That’s so lovely to hear! We have this course on our website if you’d like to follow it there 😄.
      There’s also a super helpful video that Christy-Lyn has on her UA-cam which goes through the things to consider hen buying a harp, you should check it out! Xx Nicole, LTH Team Member

    • @highjusticedelja7387
      @highjusticedelja7387 2 роки тому

      @@LearningtheHarp I have watched that video already, It’s got my head circulating all the important information.

    • @dewaynewhite7325
      @dewaynewhite7325 Рік тому +1

      My name is Dwayne white, also known as DW Blues around the Polk County area. I am learning the heart, and I'm truly enjoying it. It has been my lifelong dream to own a hard when I was a teenager growing up in South Side chicago. I now on a chemic electric lever harp it has 36 strings, just like just like the auto hub that my parents got me when I was 15 years old. That was as good as it was going to get. The old man said to me, we'll get you this, but the other, you're going to have to buy on your own. I was getting too big to play with toys, so I had to play with something. I wanted to learn as many musical instruments as I could, so I started taking up various Musical instruments. We already had a piano. As my musical skills continue to develop, I acquired in oregon, and melodica, and autoharb, clarinet, and Electric guitar. I now play piano, synthesizer, which includes the keytar, the vibraphone and marimba, which I learned in college, along with the upright base. Oregon, colimba, melodica, Arrow phone, clarinet, and flute. I'm on the doctoral program at the University of South florida, I took up the heart last year, because I only had three more hours to take before finishing my course work. No greater time I felt. I was able to get this particular heart from piano alley, which is the music store in the Polk County area. The owner of piano alley, or whom I know very well, had gotten one in. I was the first one that he called when he got it in, because I told him that I was interested in getting one just in conversation, and when he got this one, he didn't have any idea who might be interested. Herbs are expensive. He was happy that somebody was interested, I got it for less than three grand. Most of it I worked off doing engagements and performances with him. I thought about naming it Deborah, after harpist Deborah Henson conan, but decided on Christy. Although this harp like my autoherb has 36 strings, one thing I know for certain. This ain't no Autoharp. It takes much more work to learn this one if I ever Master this thing, it will be instrument number 12. Oh! And by the way, even if I do say so myself, not bad texting for one born with no eyeballs hey?

  • @BACCHANDHT
    @BACCHANDHT Рік тому

    Im using this to het a deeper understanding on finger picking my guitar…. And in the words of Borat…. “ GREAT SUCCESS “

  • @josearce3233
    @josearce3233 3 роки тому

    What movatiated you to chose the harp it is wonderful sound,

  • @shelbylano
    @shelbylano 3 роки тому +3

    Just adopted a very similar lap harp to this one! Named her Sylvia

  • @jacomiententeije5417
    @jacomiententeije5417 3 роки тому

    Very good Christy-Lyn 🙂

  • @daniellevandermerwe7557
    @daniellevandermerwe7557 Рік тому

    omg i love you!

  • @PinkHypatia
    @PinkHypatia 4 роки тому +1

    Yay!

  • @gtiernan1
    @gtiernan1 28 днів тому

    I've just gotten my first harp! I've named her Hildegard after Hildegard von Bingen. My first order of business will be adjusting the proper chair height, or the proper height of this lap harp as presently. Holding it in my lap - is definitely NOT an option. I'm working on finding a box of appropriate height so I can hold Hildegard correctly! Looking forward to learning with you!

    • @LearningtheHarp
      @LearningtheHarp  23 дні тому

      That's wonderful to hear! I love the name Hildegard, that sounds so fitting for the harp 😃 Getting the right seat height will definitely set you up well for your harp journey, so well done on taking the time to do that! 💚 Let us know if you have any questions 😊 --Carrie, LTH Harp Teacher

  • @Waitwithoutthee
    @Waitwithoutthee 4 роки тому +11

    My harps are named, "Anam Cara" and "Kathleen-Ellen." PS: I love the magically appearing Jasper kitty =^..^=

    • @LearningtheHarp
      @LearningtheHarp  4 роки тому

      It was so cute to have him involved!! During winter now he likes to be more affectionate which I love, but during summer he’s an independent man 💪🏻😂

    • @paalyasharahla7574
      @paalyasharahla7574 4 роки тому

      @@LearningtheHarp How many strings does this harp have?

  • @cubessopranista8772
    @cubessopranista8772 2 роки тому

    Hello! I'm planning to buy a lyre harp first then perhaps a small harp. I think I will learn to play the lyre and play it like a harp first, with a harp technique. Do you advise this? Do you play the lyre, too? I am planning a beginner planning to buy a 19 or 24 strings lyre. I have always wanted to play a musical instrument which is light enough to be carried around, and which might also serve to accompany my leggero sounding voice. I watched a few of your lessons and hope to continue once my lyre harp arrives. I am even planning to put some telltale red and blue paint (nail polish paint perhaps) on the C and F strings of the lyre because lyre strings usually don't have those colors.

  • @ellenr1874
    @ellenr1874 3 роки тому +2

    I call my harp my baby hummingbird

  • @colleenbateman9210
    @colleenbateman9210 2 роки тому +3

    I just got a “Fireside” harp (cardboard sound box) and I’ve named her “Molly” lol. Looking forward to learning all I can I’m a little late in this game, as I’ll be turning 68 next month. Never too late to learn a new skill, right?!! Lol.

    • @jandunn169
      @jandunn169 8 місяців тому +2

      hey Iʼm 73 and so you are young

  • @Jsno117
    @Jsno117 3 роки тому

    The cat on her lap lol 🥺🤍🤍🤍

  • @scandiclinda
    @scandiclinda Рік тому

    You are so amazing! Such a cute person. I think you sort of "suit" the instrument you are playing ♥️

  • @gjkoyr
    @gjkoyr 3 роки тому +8

    why am i even here
    ion even own a harp

  • @violetshort4662
    @violetshort4662 3 роки тому +13

    My harp is called Verity after my sister who sang beautifully but sadly passed away. I think of her every time I play it❤

  • @neptun3189
    @neptun3189 Рік тому

    thankyou :)
    i got a 26 stringer 2 days ago
    hoping you got my back on this :p

    • @neptun3189
      @neptun3189 Рік тому

      and her name is Sylva, latin for forest

    • @LearningtheHarp
      @LearningtheHarp  Рік тому

      You've got this! So excited for you to start 🤗. Pop us an email on hello@learningtheharp.com if there's anything you need and we'll be happy to help. xx Nicole, LTH Team Member

  • @tanyastewart5879
    @tanyastewart5879 4 роки тому +5

    Thank you for providing this video series for beginners. My little harp is Cecila.

  • @kayehardt4257
    @kayehardt4257 Місяць тому

    Im 35, wishibg of a harp when you come from a country where littlle to non teaches or plays harp. 💜 the dreaaam i want this...i wan to be an angel goddess hahaha playing a harp just makes you amazing hahahah

  • @poohwol10
    @poohwol10 6 місяців тому

    I just got home from a 10 hour trip to spend the holidays with family…& buy my harp - a Lyon & Healy Ogden. I am 61, but dreaming about taking up harp for 40+ years. Harp’s name is Simcha im Shirrah (Hebrew(ish) for Joy with Singing) & I’ll call her Simcha for short. Zephaniah 3:17 tells us that God rejoices over us with singing & I want God’s voice singing over me every moment I play the harp!

  • @mimaJona
    @mimaJona 10 місяців тому

    I named mine as “Hiraya”, I joined a band. I love the harp since I was young. Now that I have a job and can afford to buy it, I’m so happy. I want to pursue the music industry here in the Philippines. I hope that I will learn about your channel a lot. By the way, “Hiraya” means “hope”

    • @LearningtheHarp
      @LearningtheHarp  10 місяців тому

      I love that name!! 😍🤗 There is always hope! Let me know how it goes with your learning 😃👍🏻

    • @LearningtheHarp
      @LearningtheHarp  10 місяців тому

      And remember you can get a free course to learn your first song on my site www.learning the harp.com, you might enjoy that way of learning. Have fun!!

  • @carolbriggs5804
    @carolbriggs5804 3 роки тому +1

    I have a Dusty Strings Maple harp and since Maple is such a light color, I named her Blondie. ❤️

  • @cirquelight
    @cirquelight 3 роки тому +10

    Thank you for doing this series, it's really made me want to start to learn! Have you done any videos on how to choose what harp to buy? I'm considering getting one but I have no idea what to even look for!

    • @user-ik1yb6wi7t
      @user-ik1yb6wi7t 3 роки тому

      me neither

    • @phiacraft338
      @phiacraft338 3 роки тому +1

      Did you guys ever figure this out? I’m interested in buying one too

    • @VeraLee
      @VeraLee 2 роки тому

      @@phiacraft338 she made a guide a few years ago, just search up harp buying guide and the first one is from her. 👍

  • @bernadettearcenal6550
    @bernadettearcenal6550 4 місяці тому

    I still don't have a harp but I'm just interested to know how easy or difficult to play it so I started to see your video so that whenever I can buy my own I already have the idea on how to use it. I really love the sound of a harp and wish that I can have it tho I'm already in my senior years. Being 66 I still want to know how to play the harp

  • @latinoddity
    @latinoddity 2 роки тому

    The way you matched pitch with it at 1:21 !!!

    • @LearningtheHarp
      @LearningtheHarp  2 роки тому

      Lolll you’re so right!! I didn’t even notice that until you pointed it out. I guess it’s a natural talent I didn’t know I had 💁🏼‍♀️😂

  • @CM-mi6bq
    @CM-mi6bq 4 місяці тому

    Thank You so much for this beautiful Videos🙏🤍🙏Can I ask some questions? I ve just built my first Irish lap harp, 22 strings, before even trying to learn how to play it I need to learn how to tune Her and how to take care of Her maintenance 🙏✌️🙏☘️☘️☘️🙏 Thanks Again, every advice would be Precious🐻🌊🌊🌊🙏🙏🙏☘️🕊️🤍A big Hello from Italy 😊

    • @LearningtheHarp
      @LearningtheHarp  4 місяці тому

      There is another video in this series about how to tune your harp 😊 If you do a search you’ll find it. Hope that helps! 💕

  • @catherinegris2853
    @catherinegris2853 Рік тому

    i only have a right hand due to a stroke and hope to play harp as therapy. i can move left arm from shoulder and hope the hand improves i think this might help

  • @thecreator2613
    @thecreator2613 Рік тому

    I always wanted to play the harp I'm gonna be buying one next month

  • @MyFragranceTrail
    @MyFragranceTrail 3 роки тому

    Thanks! I’m so excited! Where can I buy a harp in Los Angeles?!

    • @LearningtheHarp
      @LearningtheHarp  3 роки тому

      There’s a harp shop called Pacific Atlantic Harps. Maybe try there? I’ve never been, but I do know that going to a harp shop is way more helpful than shopping online 😃

  • @LysSylva
    @LysSylva 6 місяців тому

    My harp is Saulite, but it was no conscious decision, that was the name from the beginning. Guess, it was telepathic whispering. Sadly, it doesn´t is so easy in learning to play her 🙂.......thank you for trying to fix it❣

  • @Panotot
    @Panotot 3 роки тому

    Hi, before I’m going to name my harp, I need to have one. How much that one that you have and where to buy one? Thank you!

  • @CRR2111
    @CRR2111 2 роки тому

    I have been playing drums and percussion for 6 years now and I always wanted to know how to play an instrument that can play a melody (does that make sense?). I was thinking about maybe playing guitar or bass then i remembered how my sister struggles with her guitar so nope. Maybe piano or marimba? nah, my brain too dumb for that for some reason. But I saw a lil harp in my school orchestras storage room last week and i thought "huh this looks playable to me... no confusing #- or b-notes".
    soo now i'm thinking to rent that harp and learn how to play it because it just sounds so elegant and calming, perhaps the opposite of a drumset lol

  • @terryoliver6757
    @terryoliver6757 2 роки тому

    Hi Christy-Lyn I never had a harp but, like the one you played with the strap. but would it be harder to work with? the lap: and renting is wiser? would it be good to get it, online? Ms. Terry Ann Oliver. God bless you Christy-LYN.

  • @connieLo87365
    @connieLo87365 3 роки тому +3

    Loving your new Learningtheharp.com site. Easy courses, I have already completed, Awe & Wonder, Loch Lomond, What Child this is, Hallelujah, Caledonia and more. To think it all started here a year ago. Thank You

  • @sophiadoreen1980
    @sophiadoreen1980 2 роки тому

    Just got a harp, love it, calling it cherry lol

  • @Brembelia
    @Brembelia 9 місяців тому

    Could you please go over the basics like what is a good harp to buy, how many strings we should get, what is a good tone wood, what is the difference between a "heather" harp and a "celtic" harp plus any other types, what is the difference between a plain harp, a lever harp, and a pedal harp and any others we should know about, do harps come in specific keys; if so which is the best key to get, which are the best strings to get nylon or metal, and any other basic information. 🤔
    Thank you. 🍃

    • @LearningtheHarp
      @LearningtheHarp  9 місяців тому

      I went through a lot of this information in a video called “Buying a harp: everything you need to know”. There’s also a video called “How much does a harp cost in 2024?”, that might be interesting for you too.

  • @booksandcrochethooks
    @booksandcrochethooks 3 місяці тому

    I haven't even purchased my first harp, yet, but want to name mine Edith! 😅

  • @gayealisir5661
    @gayealisir5661 Рік тому

    I named my harp Deth Bow. I'm a bass player. Just trying this instrument. I usually play heavy metal.

  • @p.h3813
    @p.h3813 4 роки тому +1

    Loveeeeeeeeeeee your kitty

  • @em0shorty
    @em0shorty Рік тому

    I’m saving this video so I can eventually teach myself later

  • @ryonkontor2466
    @ryonkontor2466 3 роки тому

    serenade of strings

  • @pamelacates9732
    @pamelacates9732 6 місяців тому

    I am 62, and I named mine Moonsong. It's a 15 lever lap lyre harp. Do I play it the same as your harps? Can I play cords on it? I'm so new to harps and lyres. Could really use your input.

  • @joannamartinez449
    @joannamartinez449 3 роки тому

    Wait! aaaaa I want a harp but I’m not sure which to buy as a fresh beginner

  • @daledsouza5101
    @daledsouza5101 3 роки тому +1

    Hiya .. your just amazing at what you do... soulful...
    Was wondering if you have any videos about the lyre harp ... how to play that..

    • @daledsouza5101
      @daledsouza5101 3 роки тому

      I listen to the hallelujah and cant help falling in love every single day.. its just amazing

    • @LearningtheHarp
      @LearningtheHarp  3 роки тому

      I’m so glad you’re enjoying those two songs!! I don’t really know anything about lyre harp. Sorry about that! Hope you find the help you’re looking for ❤️

    • @daledsouza5101
      @daledsouza5101 3 роки тому

      Thank you so much....

  • @annanemcova168
    @annanemcova168 4 місяці тому

    please our teacher, which kind of harp do you have in this video? Can I buy somewhere similar? and where? :D thank you!

  • @isabellastamant4784
    @isabellastamant4784 Рік тому

    Hi can you tell me what kind if harp this is? I'm looking and woe I found one but theya re so expensive. And I do t k ow what I'm looking for whatsoever. Like Celtic or I dont l own I'd like to play the Psalms. Thank-you:))))) I'm excited so excited

  • @kristinasterling815
    @kristinasterling815 Рік тому

    Remind me, do we close our hands and lay thumb over after each pluck?

  • @KaysCutz
    @KaysCutz 2 роки тому

    I have wanted to learn how to play since I was at senior school. Unfortunately my school didnt have a harp in their music department so I couldnt take lessons. However 37 years on and I am now in a position to have been able to buy one, I have already signed up to your courses ready to start learning as soon as it arrives. I am really excited to get going and each day seems like a year of waiting for it at the moment lol.

  • @shinshiia
    @shinshiia 2 роки тому

    Subscribed! Where can I purchase a harp like yours to start learning?

    • @smile4iluvya
      @smile4iluvya Рік тому

      I'm petty sure her harp in this video is a Harpsicle brand harp. Looks like their Fullsicle. Purchase them online, and they make it to order.

  • @Riflery
    @Riflery 2 роки тому

    I have now learned the Piano and guitar, so next step is harp.
    Then Cello, then Violin.
    *"Gotta catch em all"*

  • @Dunje002
    @Dunje002 Місяць тому

    Can I ask what size lap harp this is? Is this 27 strings?

  • @ZooDs8
    @ZooDs8 3 роки тому

    Getting one soon. I will name it Manami

  • @Elektrotechnikrezepte_
    @Elektrotechnikrezepte_ 4 місяці тому

    I got a Lewis Creek Nightingale Cherry, her name is Gwyneth. A marvellous birthday present from my husband, a few years ago. She got a magic sound ...

  • @annbrooks320
    @annbrooks320 3 роки тому

    Christy Can you tell me what is the size of the harp you are playing?