Jaw Harp Heaven

[dahbombman]

I always wondered what instrument made that sound. Now I know. Also lol at the random lightning in the background

[Leminid]

ALIENS ARE HAPPENING WHEN U PLAY THAT INSTRUMENT!!! --Yes, that's right, aliens are HAPPENING!

[hankplow]

@Leminid YOU are so right....thx for confirming that for the unbelievers!

[2024JayZ]

Great job Sir I have always loved the sound of them and My wife picked me up one as a gift I try it hear and there on the farm around the fire But that whole teeth thing on it just pushes me away Keep up the great sounds my man Go Bless

[speedboosty101]

Now I know where that sound comes from! I want to play one! You have great talent cowboy!

[sadiedangel]

your song made me smile, keep it up, fine sir :)

[irish0dragon0warrior]

Now I know where they get the sound effects for Kangaroos jumping.

[dyad2r1]

It's not a jaw harp or a mouth harp, it's a Jew's harp, and no amount of political correctness can change it.

[superbajskorv2000]

U didnt had that jew harp i use but by the way im swedish so we scandinavians maybe uses anouther type....

[zePippin]

the songs good my friend but it could do with some back up music

[hankplow]

@zePippin amen to that........has always sounded best with at least bass, guitar and drums laying down a bed of rhythm and some chords. This video was created about the first week i owned that camera in 2006 and was just experimenting. Thx for commenting.

[zePippin]

@hankplow is it hard to play the jaw harp?

[hankplow]

@zePippin Good question-many answers. With a good attitude and a good instrument a person could probably be able to enjoy some music in a short time. Developing breath and rhythm techniques might take a lifetime. Either way, I've found it has enriched my life and has enabled me to cross paths with some amazing people. A worthy adventure from my perspective.

[knt3119]

You Sir are very talented. Thanks for this video. I am just beginning to learn this instrument. I find it very calming to the soul. I think Americans need more exposure to the Jew's Harp. We market them (mostly) as a kids toy, but there is soooo much more to be learned. Thanks for posting this. God Bless.

[hankplow]

@knt3119 Calming to the soul is my experience as well. Thanks for your encouraging words. I wish you many inspiring musical moments on your journey!

[Mudwiggler]

You sure gotta way with that Jaws Harp Hank, beautiful sound i`ll have to go by a new one.

[fjollamupp]

Greetings from Sweden! You are realy good, sir. I have been playing Jew's harp for about 2 years now. I have a bas harp and a "tenor" harp in my collection. The name for Jew's harp on swedish is: Mungiga (<Muunjiiga). NIce video and i like your song.

Wild west-stil. I like! Keep it up, sir! 

[hankplow]

@fjollamupp Thank you for your kind comments and the info on the name "Mungiga".

May you continue to enjoy the magic of this instrument! Peace from Arizona.

[fjollamupp]

@hankplow Thanks, i hope i could give something, you know...

Keep on playing, regulator! Peace

[p8aurora]

We have one of those, here in Borneo. It called Bungkau but it made from bamboo.

Btw, nice vid ;)

[hankplow]

@p8aurora I've seen a bamboo version, but wasn't sure of the name. Thanks for sharing the info about Bungkau. Always learning something. Have a sweet day in Borneo!

[MrSalt84]

Greetings from Finland :) Nice playing with jaw harp! Videos was good too! =D

[hankplow]

@MrSalt84 Thanks for your kind words from Finland. They certainly lifted my day!

[bounceybabyshrimp]

silly

[metallica6669999]

whats the odds of breaking your teeth with the intstrument

[hankplow]

@metallica6669999 That's a great question! I searched odds makers in Vegas and they don't want to touch it. As in any human activity, a little caution goes a long way in preventing an accident. If you place your teeth right---it can't happen-------and long live the piano player on the Titanic. Please forgive my rambling---just back from Canyons of Utah and still a bit spaced.

[SmileNoises]

@metallica6669999 I'v got two chipped teeth, and i can't even play

[hankplow]

@JacquesZupp That warms my heart even on a 105 degree summer day in Arizona. May all your musical adventures exceed your expectations. It continues to be an amazing instrument to me!

[detroitvman]

Nice Brother!

[Ultimatebrownstuff]

damn iMovie

[YHWHisGOD]

uh.......dude, were you eatin peyote or something? really man.........that was one wild video

[hankplow]

@YHWHisGOD Congratulations on discovering the trace amounts of cacti left in Hank's system after that fateful night at the Spirit Room in Jerome, Arizona back in the 70's. There's been no fuel additives for a long time, but the residual effect can last a lifetime................

[drspeckstein]

nice

[Rookie35m]

It *is* called a Jew Harp

[bram513]

very nice

[HAMayoral]

Trippy camera effects

[hankplow]

My 80 year old dad, bless his heart, still thinks there is something wrong with his TV when it gets to the shaky effect. Thx for commenting!

[TheWhiteMarker]

This is hilarious! You, sir, are a musical genius!

[hankplow]

Glad you enjoyed that. Can i use your comment on my resume? Thanks for dropping by and have a great day!

[coby111]

I thoroughly enjoyed this video. Thanks for the upload. When I was a wee lad my dad had one of these and when I was older I always wondered what it was. But tonight it was an answer on Jeopardy and I was really excited that I found out the name.

Im trying to find where to buy one from, any suggestions?

[hankplow]

I've had good experience with a company from Germany called Dan Moi. Search danmoi and you should find them. Nice selection of quality instruments and reliable delivery. Thanks for you comments!

[hankplow]

It's also known as a khomus, vargan, maultommel, guimbarde,gengong, koukin, trump and scciapensieri among other names depending on where in the world you are.

[skuffivykroeger]

It's jew's harp... not jaw

[SPINEB7]

@skuffivykroeger 

what the fuck ! jews harp!

you fag ass cunt !

[martinindublin]

you are cool...just your voice and attitude...keep it up

[ilovemutemath]

can you just be a real cowboy?

[hankplow]

a friend of mine who is a real cowboy once told me, "If the storm gets so bad you can't see where you're going, drop the reins and stay in the saddle. Your horse will get you back home." I dropped the reins a long time ago and I'm still in the saddle. If I ever make it back home I'll answer your question.

[Silverbluecrest]

thats the most wise thing ive readed in a while

[ProfessorMatic]

Good vid! nice old school playing style.

[pressdesign]

its an old Hungarian instrument !

[chrisbear08]

do all jaw harps work even ones of different make??

[hankplow]

yeah...some better than others. Each musician has their own preference. I like the ones from Austria for their tone and craftsmanship. Check out the Dan Moi website in Germany if you'd like to see a large selection from all around the world.

[tommylad1231]

Where did you get the big bass one?

[hankplow]

Bought it at Central Music in Phoenix, Arizona. It has "England" stamped into the metal frame 8 times, so i think i know what country it originated in. i haven't come across anymore since I got it.

[tommylad1231]

Thanks man

[magic585]

Didgeridoo BEATBOX

[brainburrito]

haha, the cowboy hat segue is so cool

nice playing

[hankplow]

thanks bro, hope you have an awesome day!

[frdrcksncn]

I think it originated in China...

[Corbinhair]

The Jaw Harp was in Anchient Egypt, loooong before China, unless your speaking of somthing else.

[frdrcksncn]

I was thinking of Jew's Harp...but i don't know..

[Corbinhair]

Jaw Harp Jew Harp same thing, diffrent parts of the world, made a bit different, I believe it started in Egypt then later the Jews made more, as Egypt started before the Jews did.

[frdrcksncn]

oh, okay...thank you. :)

[Corbinhair]

Np. :)

[Corbinhair]

The Jew's harp, jaw harp, mouth harp, Ozark harp, marranzano pancake, or Omaha Flapjack is thought to be one of the oldest musical instruments in the world [1]; a musician apparently playing it can be seen in a Chinese drawing from the 3rd century BC [2]. Despite its common English name, and the sometimes used Jew's trump, it has no particular connection with Judaism. Also it was found in Ancient Egypt, I am not asking, I am answering. Good day sir.

[ceepatton]

what do you think you are talking about? that story is very obviously fabricated..... Marranzano pancake? Dude, come on. You gotta try harder than that. Where did you get this bogus information? Come up with true facts before you post comments on youtube, please. Fuck you, but have a good day.

[Corbinhair]

Oh I dunno, somthing called a book, also reports of Jawharps being found in old Egyptian settlements, I dunno if you've ever heard of books, unlike the "internet" it's written on this lovely thing called paper, few people use this alien item anymore. good day, I remove myself from any communications involving you from here on, trying is not involved here, facts are.

[ceepatton]

throwin' in the towel... typical for someone who knows they are incorrect. admit your wrong.

[Ingruo]

corbinhair is right he shouldnt argue with you tho it lowers him to your level and makes him look bad

[TheSheephoarder]

@ceepatton Shut the fuck up Donny.

But seriously, to everyone who got pissed at this dude, obvious troll is obvious.

Nice Jaw Harpin by the way!

[ceepatton]

@TheSheephoarder

I guess not obvious enough.

[2266money]

i like your music video

[justsopitted]

i bought this instrument from a gift shop when I was young in arizona... I love it. good video, I enjoyed it.

[FlyinTwinky]

As soon as it goes to him on the Rez the sound dies...then picks up when he talks again...go Dine'!

[ReneeNme]

This damned instrument is how I split my front tooth. Grrrr

[hankplow]

Dang! I hate when that happens. The Vietnamese style dan moi can be played by holding it up to the lips and is just as much fun.

[gardenshrek]

wonderfull !

[keldhelper]

hey i have a jews harp too! Austrian made full steel tenor tone

[DoctorSmashburger]

That video should be on MTV.

[iloveklay1]

this was the info i was looking for.

thanks!

[hankplow]

Glad it was useful to you!

[livetobox226]

i live right next to a navajo reservation to bad a lot of them have casinos now

[steweywillrocku]

howdy!

[Passtheguitarplease]

It has always been a dream of mine to go to a Navajo reservation, take a lot of peyote, and write a jaw harp song.

[hankplow]

May all your dreams come true.

[jakethesnake6t]

I like your style.

[IrishLincoln]

I like your vibration effect at 1:46. That's what I saw when I played as a kid. :>)

[hankplow]

My 80 year old dad thought there was something wrong with his television when I first showed this to him. He still never got that it's just an effect. Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment!

[Siavash119]

LOL

[xxCCBBxx]

everytime i attempt to play one, i brutally hurt my teeth!

[hankplow]

You might want to readjust the position you hold it to your teeth. If properly positioned, it shouldn't touch your teeth. You might check out bugotak's video on how to play one.

Good luck!

[KittenBane7]

I want to try one of these out. Do have a preference on where to get them?

[hankplow]

The Dan Moi web site out of Germany has a very large selection with sound samples as well. Just google dan moi.

You'll enjoy whatever instrument you choose.

[swansman01351]

Thanks for the post.  I've been looking for info on this instrument. Loved the song and story as well.

[hankplow]

Thx!

[plainandtall]

Great job Hank! I love your video and your story about the algebra teacher's shoes.

[hankplow]

Thx! It's funny what sticks in our memory growing up.

[lisatopp]

Man that was nice. Thank you for posting this.

[emeraldkerem]

nice video

[Dekkerhus]

nice tune there man... if you'd like some inspiration from other player doing whole and ancient tunes search for UKM-munnharpe or fanitullen. that would give you a different view of this instrument..

[hankplow]

Thanks for the suggestion. Always amazed at the many ways this instrument can be performed.

[WobblingHobGoblin]

Cool vid, thanks for sharing :D

[detectiveryan]

XD my sister just got one and shes been walkin around the house all day playing it constantly

[StickMan004]

Where can i Buy a Jaw Harp like the first?

[hankplow]

The first one I got in Tucson, AZ in 1975, is supposed to be from Nashville and has the letters RICH etched in it. Haven't seen any since. I'd suggest item MMU-3 from the Dan Moi website in Germany which is a harp made in Hungary and has a similar look and tone for 22 euro.

[StickMan004]

Thank you ;-)

[Omnifa2]

22 euro? you can get a similar one here in holland for only 3...

[hankplow]

I've played some that are only 3 euros verses more expensive. The quality of the tone seems to increase with the expense of the instrument. A Steinway piano costs more than a Yamaha, but I prefer a Yamaha. I guess bottom line is whatever makes you happy.

[TheFloaty]

Hay cool song. I play the jaw harp myself, ive even recorded with it a few times too.

[hankplow]

If you play it everyday, you'll discover many new musical possibilities. Enjoy your day and thanks for cruising by!

[kingcollie]

I became mezmerized from those killer graphics and mellow jew harp tune

[hankplow]

Dr. Mezmer strikes again. Thanks for dropping by and taking the time to comment. Have an awesome day!

[klausy000]

woow I want one

[hankplow]

It's a small investment for a lifetime of pleasure. Treat yourself and pick one up. You won't regret it.

[benwil1785]

ah the life of a cowboy, not much to do on the old ranch but pluck that elastic band

[makeitandskateit]

I play the jaw harp (is it not also called a "jew harp"?)

[hankplow]

Yes it is. I answered that topic in a little more detail in the comment to 88888888Ozzy88888888 that is still posted below. Thanks for asking!

[iamthereallebowski]

quality vid

[BEATBOXER1995]

IT WAS YOU WASEN'T IT!!

[civicness]

is it supposed to be shaking like that? On the vid that is?

[hankplow]

Yeah, it's a video editing effect. My 79 year old Dad still doesn't understand that, bless his heart. He thinks there's something wrong with his TV or his DVD player when it gets to that part.

[88888888Ozzy88888888]

So is it JEWS harp or JAW harp?? ':(

[hankplow]

It's been called a jews harp much longer than it's been called a jaw harp. It's also known as a khomus, vargan, maultommel, guimbarde,gengong, koukin and scciapensieri among other names depending on where in the world you are. Scholars call it a jews harp, but I've called it a jaw harp for 35 years while my brain has cooked in the Arizona desert and the instrument has never protested. If you live in a free country, call it whatever you want. Thanks for asking for my viewpoint!

[88888888Ozzy88888888]

No prob, I understand now.

[JCMcGee]

In Scotland it's called a TRUMP, sometimes spelled THRUMP....though I've never heard it played in Scottish traditional music (I would love to, if anyone has a recording??)

Lovely wee video by the way!

[matrox]

I am a prof. Jews Harp Player and looking for gigs in a rock or blues band. I also play tamburine and triangle.

[hankplow]

I'll post an "at liberty" notice at the union office when I'm down there this morning and see if we can wrangle you up some work.

[vindius82]

ahorrate el rollu tipejo!!!

[Felthorien]

Pretty neat. My pappaw used to be able to play one. I hadn't heard one in a while.

[Jackywacky33]

that is a cool instrument. Where is the best place to buy them without going to another country, because I would really like to get one.

[hankplow]

I have a small stockpile of harps and offer them at concerts. Three instruments found new homes just yesterday at a show in Oracle near Tucson, Arizona. I'll send you a message with more details. Thanks for asking.

[civicness]

what do they sell for?

[hankplow]

$10 will get you a j-harp mounted on a piece of Arizona cholla cactus and illustrated instructions. $20 for a higher quality harp and $40 for a German maultrommel. Send a message to my youtube account if you're interested.

[civicness]

how would i do that?

[hankplow]

I'll send you a message at your account with details.

[BEATBOXER1995]

really, i just got one fron some place in blue springs for $7

[Braandan]

I am surprised on who introduced this instrument into Carnatic (Karnatik) music of South India. Carnatic is a devotional classical music of South India. This instrument is very much used to accompany the mridangam and ghatam

[hankplow]

Thanks for sharing this information. I keep learning so much about this instrument that I never knew. I look forward to listening to the music you've described.

[gezaklaat]

u are the coolest guy on youtube!!!!:D

[hankplow]

When it's 115 degrees this summer in Arizona I'll read your comment and chill out. Thanks for dropping by!

[abrod77]

also, nice effects!

[abrod77]

nice!!! very informative and interesting. I've got to go buy me one. thanks hank plow!

[hankplow]

May it bring you as much joy and fun as mine have brought me.

[robbender1]

im 13 i just got my first jaw harp from the mall its so fun! mine was 6$ its the snoopy version :)

[EvilRobin1]

haha,lol

[nirvana121123]

was there one of them on spiderbaits version of black betty?

[hankplow]

There could have been. I don't see it in any of their music videos. Might just be rhythmic guitar effects.

[blackNwhiteThinking]

handsome man

[thompsonlake]

nice!!!

[hjelme83]

Were is the second small one from ? And what price are we talking for one ? I think it made a better and sharper sound then the ones i have allready.

[hankplow]

You can get one from Dan Moi website for about 30 euros and shipping. Tell Clemens that Hank Plow sent you. Enjoy.

[Jeradman51]

i just bought a $8 one from west edmonton mall

[hankplow]

May it bring you many hours of enjoyment like my first one did.

[ejFrey]

where did you get the second jaw harp you played i got the snoopys harp but i like the second one you were playing message me back thank you!!

[shiningmidnight17]

i like how its sounds:D

[Jeradman51]

are they expensive?

[hankplow]

Anywhere from $5 to $200 or more depending on quality and where they're made.

[Freiza890]

I got a simple 5$ one you showed in the begining.

[deathnix1]

makes me feel like im highe lol

[dodgy112]

I like ur hat soon i will be making my own vids of me and my friends we are a jaw hard band!! mlol not really we play for fun us 2 but hey nice playing and nice effects loved it

[hankplow]

Sounds like fun. Glad you enjoyed the video. A real good friend of mine who has since departed the planet helped me find the hat.

[kripteam]

man those video effects were wicked, way better than the song

[emmalovesapples]

its pretty easy to play and i got mine £01.5 or $3 :)

[mezcal1111]

love your video!

[hankplow]

love your comment! Thanks

[speedy9738]

I want to play a jaw harp! Does anyone know how much they cost and who are the best?

[hankplow]

Anywhere from $20-$200. The Dan Moi site has a large selection. soundforhealth also carries jew's harps as well as instruction videos. I can't tell you the best for you, but avoid a product called a Snoopy's Harp.

[speedy9738]

ok i found an austrian one at the dan moi site and it´s cheap. Just ordered it, is it difficult to play?

[hankplow]

Congratulations! Not difficult to play, but could take a lifetime to master. I continue to learn from others. Check out bugotak video "How to play Jew's Harp" and any of the 100+ videos in the YouTube group "Jaw Harp Junkies". Most important: have fun.

[craftycards]

lol i would be that person who would do that in the back of the class !

[travisd05]

Oh, I just got to the end of your video...and I did chip my teeth when I first got it, both of my front teeth. Oops. :(

[hankplow]

Ouch! I hate when that happens.

[travisd05]

Jaw harps are awesome. I've got one, and I hope to get more sometime.

[wamsleye]

Good video, thanks for sharing.