Beginner harp - Amaryllis

[pheona1000]

Your postings are so inspirational to other adult learners - especially guys!

Its really great to see a chunky looking guy who looks as if he rides a motor bike playing the harp!

Keep posting!

[scowlingmonkey]

@pheona1000 hehe - the engine seized on the motorbike, so I thought I'd try the harp instead.  ;-)

[crossharps]

Beautiful! Very nice for not playing very long. Are you working with a teacher? Also what kind of harp is that? Watch out for your technique!

[scowlingmonkey]

Hi, thanks for your nice comment. I have a great tutor, Glenda Clwyd. Put her name in the search; I have filmed her playing loads of fab stuff. My technique - yes, despite this clip being so old I still struggle a bit with that. Glenda is always correcting me. It'll sink in before long! ;-D

[crossharps]

That's wonderful! Judging from your teacher's name, am I correct in guessing that you're in Wales? Having a great teacher can really make all the difference!

Welcome to the world of the harp! You're doing so well, I do hope that you are enjoying it!

[FairyHarper]

very nice ! excellent for only a year playing!!

[scowlingmonkey]

Thank you! I keep meaning to put som more stuff up. I've improved a bit since this vid.

[oOlenOo92]

hello! perhaps I wanna play the harp, too, soon and I think your play is very nice! could you tell me how long you're learning playing the harp yet...? greets from germany :-)

[scowlingmonkey]

I've been playing for a year as of this April. It's fab - enjoying it immensely.

[wendygillissen]

Sounds lovely! I know what you mean about the curling fingers - I have the same problem, especially when I'm concentrating on the music and not technique!

[dlh975]

Wow... I can't believe you quickly you are getting very good... great job and I know what you mean when you say the camera makes you nervous!!