Carolan's Dream - played on celtic harp
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- Опубліковано 20 сер 2006
- Turlough O'Carolan was an irish harpist who lived in the mid-1600s and wrote pieces for the people he met and stayed with - playing music in exchange for hospitality. Tradition has it that the harp was played last thing at night, before people went to bed.
The building I'm playing it in was a bakery built around 1790, serving the local houses. The bread oven is in the stone wall behind me, and the building has a new floor and triple-glazing on the windows. It's a great mixture of old and new and a great place to play this music.
Appropriately, I recorded this piece very late one night, and just went with the first take so the playing has the odd rough bits. I like to think that's authentic - apparently Carolan never played the same way twice. Bet he never had as much trouble as I did finding DivX codecs, either!
Only the melodies survive, so I've done this arrangement myself and I'm playing it here on a Pilgrim gut-strung harp. The arrangement and video is my copyright. You are welcome to learn and play the arrangement (by ear - I haven't written it down!) if you like it - but please credit me if you play it in public. If you like it, I'll post more music.
To make the recording I used a Sony 3-CCD camera direct to hard disk, with one audio take, noise-reduced in Cool Edit Pro, with Adobe Premiere Pro to edit the visuals together. If you want a higher-quality file to download and keep on your computer, just send me a message.
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A decade later and I'm still coming back to this video to listen to your beautiful rendition. Thanks for sharing your music.
Thank you! Actually I was also partially deaf when I played this - I had an operation eventually to replace the bones in my ear. But the harp is great because you sort of surround it, and the vibrations are wonderful. When you put the harp on a suspended wood floor, you can feel the music vibrating through your feet.
Interesting! And so true about the vibrations!
I hope you are better. This music is beautiful and listening to it makes me feel like borders between Realms don't exist anymore. I am Polish but I have heard O'carolan music in 2001 for first time. Science this he has became my favorite composer.Thank you for this beautiful post.
I am deaf, and i use Cochlear Implants in both ears. This music is beautiful.
Agnieszka B I love how you say the Realms' borders don't exist when listening to this. I absolutely feel the borders between past, present and future melt away. I think Carolan wrote in the 16th or 17th century and his music transcends time.
Otosclerosis?
I'd learned that this was written by William Connelan and upon hearing this Carolan exclaimed" that's so beautiful I"m surprised it wasn't written by me"
I think that’s right - I’ve always heard it said that it’s the one piece Carolan wishes he had written.
My 3 year old son found an Irish coin with a harp on it. I wanted to show him what a Irish harp was and this was the first thing that came up - from someone I know just 30 miles from where we live. i was even able to tell him that you had played your harp in the baby unit where he was born! Thanks Mark, beautiful!
O'Carolan still going strong. He lived at my ancestors place, Charles O 'Connor, in Belanagare castle for a long time, O'Connor Roe, near Roscommon. I played these tunes as a school child 50 years ago in the school band, heard them still played recently by the same school band on a visit home. Not much known outside the area. Strange to see a million views on the web. Three hundred years ago. Even though the castle is a ruin, some things still survive that were in use then and now as heirlooms. Quality is timeless and never dies. Being handicapped is not always a disability.
Very Beautiful! This cured my "artist's block" for my art class! I drew an elven bard playing the harp near a stream and painted it in watercolor. I got 12 As (Senior Portfolio project) thanks to you! THANK YOU VERY MUCH!!!
I'd like to see this painting:)
That was one of the most beautiful pieces I've ever heard! I really love that spirit only Celtic harps give.
...And she is buying a starway to heaven ...
I think they did actually admit "stealing" when called out by Irish harpists.
I live w a number of health problems, esp chronic, debilitating pain. Thank you for lifting my spirit away from the things of this world.
Thank you Jennifer. If it's any consolation, Carolan himself suffered from Smallpox and its attendant blindness, and more self-inflicted, through drink. Still I think it's amazing to have this legacy of music to make us feel so elevated.
What a lovely post! Hope things are getting better for you - every day, some little progress in managing pain.
What you wrote is touching, Jennifer... may God bless you.
Hope things are better for you, Jennifer
You touched a nerve, as it were, amongst those of us who have experienced chronic pain. As a player, I have often had the experience of playing music (and listening too) and suddenly realising that my mind was taken off the pain in a dramatic way. Endorphins love a good tune too I suppose! Thank you for writing to us all.
Beautiful!!!! Love Irish music and when we go to Ireland I want to hear lots of it!!!!
Finally i found it !!!!!
So happy !!
Great job !!!!
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I remember playing this on clarsach in primary school. I’m 44 now and am hoping to buy a new clarsach from Starfish here in the Scottish highlands - their instruments are beautiful. I love this tune, really pretty and played beautifully here 👍🏻❤️🏴
So beautiful and calm. Definitely a piece to play before bedtime! Wish I'd had a musical box with this tune on as a kid! In fact... maybe we do...
What a lovely thing, the harp being played before people went to bed. Sweet dreams ...
A beautiful arrangement, I think one of the most magical things about it is that it's survived for centuries and now it's on YT.
From time to time I come back to this video and listen over and over. Beautiful work! Thank you for sharing it with us.
It's amazing how music could describe one culture as well as this one
This enchanting melody reminded me of the years when I was lucky enough to be living in Galway. O 'Carolan, a name to conjure with for it brought all of that hauntingly sweet and magical music to my mind again. Your playing was outstanding. I found myself transported back to the soft days of the west coast and the lazy pint. It was there that this English amadán first learned what it meant to be Irish more than 20 years ago. Thank you for a timely reminder. Nár laga Dia do lámh. Slán leat
What’s not to LOVE….
Love it… my old soul always leads me to this type of music..
Especially the history..
Thank you 😊 for sharing..
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Thank you so much for that lovely comment!
Excellent there Mark! I've not listened to this song in a while, and soon it's time to go to bed, and this really rubs the spot. Thank you VERY much for sharing this with us, and sharing all the details, also. All the best to you!
this music is absolutely beautiful, I just made my baby daughter fall asleep with it :)))
Lovely!! I used these pieces and ones of my own in hospital, to make babies sleep and to calm them during operations. It's amazing what music does!
one of my favorite Turlough O'Carolan melodys
This music is heavenly. I will be purchasing your CD (evean at the current exchange rate) soon. I can't think of anything more relaxing that listening to the harp...I've enjoyed it since I was a child, many moons ago. Thank you so much for sharing your God given talent with the world. Great to listen to before bed...I see why it was played late at night.
Mark, I would have given 10********** - if I only could !
Not getting tired to listen your fabulous playing.
I came across this video almost by chance and I'm happy it happened, this arrangement is extremely soothing and I love it! Thank you for sharing it!
I still go back to this after a year or so. This is absolutely beautiful. Thanks for doing this!
My friend Mara loves to play this during harp class. It brings such happiness to my day. I love Celtic music.
Same goes for me... When I hear a harp, and only a harp, no other instrument, I can fully relax. After a song I usually feel like reborn. :D
such a beautiful arrangement. I love the first repeat (roughly 1:20 to 2:30) where the melody goes into the lower register. The accompaniment is high up and barely perceptible; sometimes it sounds like an echo of the melody offset from the main melody, sometimes a harmony. It's just brilliant. the whole thing.
That is wonderful. I never knew A harp could sound so beautiful. I love it.
What beautiful music! As I'm partially deaf, I can still hear the music and love the way the vibrations (yes, they are there in the video) blend with the harmonic tones. I'll be listening to this video more often; it's so soothing and perfect for meditation.
I've listened to this many times. Just gorgeous playing.
This has to be one of the most beautiful tunes I have ever heard. I really love Celtic music and combine it with the harp - my God. I could listen to it all day.
The story of this song is also really pretty.
Thank you for making my day! This is the nicest tune :]
Wow!! Very nice arrangement.
I'm a harpist and typed in "harp" in the search box and yours was the second video that came up on the list.
Just sublime. Heavenly. Thank you 🎶🎶🎶
Wonderful!!!! BRAVO!!!! Fantastic Instrument!!
i mostly appreciate the effort you've made to come as close as possible to the presumed original sound of Carolan. but the performance in itself is wonderful! thanks!
I saw this video some time ago, and I loved it then. Recently, I've tried picking my harp back up, and have had some trouble, but watching this again has inspired me. It's such a beautiful arrangement, thank you for sharing it with all of us.
WOW! Pieces like that are what makes me remeber why I fell in love with the music of Ireland years ago and have been in love with it ever since. Such ethereal and mystical beauty, terrifically played. Well done! :)
Tis quite the tune!
Gosh.. I found your misuc just before going to the bed.., the right moment ... Thank you, Mark, you make my dreams.. :) Exceptional!!!
I think 205,545 view's are saying everything and I know that more views are on their way. Thank you Mark, I enjoy this video every time I want to get away in another word.
You have beautiful dynamic control, and such a variety of colors in this music! *Is in love with Celtic harp music now*
Ethereal,haunting,beautiful! Post more!! Post more!!
i used to hear this on the Blasket island back in 1999. We had a friend who brought over a harp for a month and she played this often by the fireside in the old house. This is a beautiful rendition.
What a lovely comment - that sounds very evocative. Blanket Island looks to be a wonderful place. Whenever I see a place like that, I always imagine playing there!
I haven't listened to much harp music, but I must say you play wonderfully and the song is beautifully done. I love it. Keep it up.
you don`t need the advertisments !
your music is for itself unique !
First time I have ever heard this ,,,,,,,,,,,and got addicted , well done!
I listened to this whilst in bed with an aching back and a hot water bottle. What a perfect combination, this music is so soothing, what a relief this brings. Thank You!
That's so beautiful and you've played it so well. I've subscribed to your channel. It's one of the biggest regrets of my life that i didn't have the opportunity to learn how to play harp. It's still my favourite instrument. Thank you for that.
That’s really nice of you to say - thank you so much! Honestly, though, you could start at any point. I have had people start in their 60s and 70s and be very successful. In fact, in some way, the later you leave it, the more you are likely to learn for the right reasons - because it’s something you want to do. Anyway I hope that encourages you.
@@MarkHarmer thank you. I actually learnt guitar but I couldn't get harp lessons even though I had a small celtic harp. This was years ago. I was told I needed to play piano before one school waould consider taking me on. I should probably stick to one instrument to be reasonably good at this point in my life. I'm prone to spreading myself too thinly but I appreciate the advice. And I get inspired by you.
I brought your music to Bali on my Iphone. My Balinese girlfriend loves the music but had never seen a harp, hence I went onto You Tube and she now knows what a harp and harpist looks like!
Most mornings we sit on our porch for a breakfast coffee and your music. It's a great way to start the day in paradise! Thank you Mark.
~incredibly Beautiful! I am glad to become acquainted, with your music. I have been collecting Celtic Harp, for a number of years. I am featuring your music, on my blog, at present.~It is such an olde and wonderful music. I am so glad that you do it justice, in your interpretation of it. ~ Thank You! ~Beannaichte'
I like to listen to you play right before i go to sleep. Your playing helps me to reflect peacefully on the day's events. I teach middle school (12-14 yr olds) so peace at the end of the day is very precious! I first wandered into the music of Carolan some 25 yrs ago when I bought a CD "Music in the Great Hall." You do him proud.
Very nice performance and thanks for sharing this beautiful song!
Wow, this gorgeous playing. Such a complex arrangement. My hat's off 100%!
This is very beautiful, Mark. And thank you for all the background information! just a great video!
cant stop listening to that song... :)
I have heard that tune called "Molly Halpin." Didn't know it was an O'Carolan! Thanks for posting--lovely playing.
Thank you for the amazing and beautiful music! It calms me down wonderfully and makes me feel grounded in the presences of Celtic forebears. The music brings the refreshment of Summerland, the old Celtic idea of the resting place of souls.
Faith, such a fine day to hear this harp!
Bravo! *****
- è assai suggestivo. Delicato.
Tenero.
Grazie di cuore, Silio, era davvero ciò che ci voleva.
hi i play blues harp (harmonica) and on a search i seen celtic harp i thought i would listen,thats a beatiful instrument to play and you play it so nice,I havent really heard true harp music ,i thank you for enlighting my mind i will be listening to more beatiful music made with the new instrument ive come to enjoy
That reminded me of my peaceful memories and my good times. Wow that was an amazing song, thanks.
The song is very nice. Good for the soul.
You have a beautiful light way of playing. Wonderful.
Merci c'est sublime et inspirant pour imaginer de nouvelles illustrations.
Mark,
I replied to this video years ago, but have since forgotten about it until today! Once again, amazing playing, very emotive...
from..çeltibèrik barcelona...thank you very much & congratulations Sir Harmer.
Its not until i heard playing by some other people that i understood that you have the gift, heart and soul that taps into the harp's full potential. and the result is the most beautiful music known to human beings. I'm glad I found you!
bluemoondiadochi Thank you so much - that’s made my day!
@@MarkHarmer I'm glad if I could make it at least a bit, as you have made my day - repeatedly. Keep up the awesome work mr. Harmer!
A beautiful O'Carolan tune, excellently played.
I feel proud cause im Irish and the harp is a beautiful instrument.
i could die happy listening to this
We had this music at our Mum's funeral- beautiful xx
in school today a girl came in and played the harp and im not big fan of this kind of music but wow you guys are awesome.
Thank you for posting this video. It's simply the best!
Beautiful! Your arrangement is awesome. I also love the variation in camera angles, especially the close-ups on your hands. You have to see a harpist's fingers when they play! Thanks for sharing.
Playing this over and over for about 2 years now...still love it! it is so pure!
I would love something like a dvd of your clips!
Love from holland!
You make it seem so effortless. Beautiful!
I was almost gonna cry. I thought you weren't here anymore or something. But I found you. : ) Yay. : ) Still loving this after all this time. Take care. Be well. : )
very beautifull. thank you to the player and to o'carolan.
Thanks for uploading this, it's beautiful, you have a great talent, God bless.
Beautiful! It is such an elegant instrument and your performance is absolute great!
WOW...so beautiful and soothing!
I love the sound of the harp.... I find it so healing and relaxing to listen to... no wonder it was played before sleeping as it is the perfect kind of music to end the day with. Excellent tune.
Very beautiful music! Superb! ❤️👏
This is absolutely my favorite composition for the Celtic Harp. It's simply beautiful.
Beautiful. Humble. And great.
Beautiful!!
This is absolutely lovely, I enjoyed listening to it very much.
The most beautiful song on the harp I've ever heard... ♥ You're playing very well!!!!
superb. professional playing and video production. favorited, rated 5stars and waiting for more... cheers.
Turlough O'Carolyn's music is mystical. A beautiful rendition, showing great skill. Thank You.
I want to say thanks, I have been a fan of Turlough O'Carolan for some time, and I found your arrangement particulatly relaxing and moving.
I can't get enough of this song...
It reminds me of one of those music boxes that you open up and a beatiful song plays. =]
Thank you
Absolutely magnificent! How I love the sound of the harp! Most soothing and serene! Wonderful playing!
Such a pretty tune, and wonderfully played. Great job, it's beautiful!
angelic sounds .. it touches your soul
What a beautiful song. Brought a tear to my eye. Nicely done!
Nice arrangement, Mark. Lovely!
I love the expression and rubato you've put into this piece. Very beautiful.
Found this video late at night--appropros, eh? Listened and watched with tears streaming down my face. I have loved O'Carolan for years. The man knew what bittersweet existence really meant. Thanks so much. Keep posting.
i love this music!
@MarkHarmer It'll be an honor to hear it Mark! Thank you for keep O'Carolan's amazing songs (and so forgotten) alive!