My Autoharp

[PHJimY]

I just re-read my previous post and realized that I made four spelling mistakes in the first sentence. These were typos...Honest. I do know how to spell "school","teacher" and "career" and "schools" again. Notice that I did spell School and teacher correctly in the rest of the post. What an embarrassment.

[PHJimY]

I taught in four scools over my carrer as a techer and all four scools had a dusty, out of tune Autoharp in the storeroom closet when I went to the school. I got them out, cleaned them up, tuned them and used them. When the other teachers heard how lovely they sounded, I had trouble getting the 'harp away from them. I have a few Autoharps of my own now that I'm retired and still love the sound. Thanks for your touching story and your lovely playing (and singing of course)

[Freethinker12341]

jarama valley by woody guthrie??!

[joelstanyer]

This is definately not my type of music, but even i can tell shes amazing (Y)

[Chukkalady]

One of the greatest parts of this video is the look of love and admiration on your "spouse's" face.....BEAUTIFUL! Thank you!

[MrRocker66]

OMG!!!!!!!!! your voice is so nice you are just amazing

[RosiRrivera]

I have to agree with everyone else, you have a very beautiful voice and the sound of your voice goes hand in hand with the music from the autoharp, I could listen to this repeatedly.

[TZ2OurLittleDogToo]

Love your voice - it has a wonderful quality!

thanks for sharing -

please play and sing more here!!!

[POWEROFFIVE1]

great story and playing nice job sherri.

[polpol12]

please play "Wildwood flower", thanks!

[shylashes]

my elementary school music teacher introduced me to the autoharp too! i want one for my birthday this year.

[waywardmess]

Thanks for sharing!

[sherrilynn115oo]

Thank you for watching Rolando!  It's very nice to meet you!!

[MerlynSchutterle]

I see you don't use picks on your fingers. I don't use picks at all because of the scratch sound they give. I pick out the melody with my little finger a lot. I grow the nail a little longer. Sure have to get the thumb hardened in to play it bare fingered. I'll check out you others too.

[sherrilynn115oo]

I do use the thumb pick. LOLL My nails are usually long enough on my right hand to hear while strumming. Although they chip if I really get into a song! Thank you so much for your comment! It's very nice to meet you! I'd love to hear you play! Happy New Year!!

[happychildhood]

Hi Sherrilyn,

I am Marissa from new york. You have a beautiful voice, both singing and speaking. I hope you will make more videos in the future. I am totally bind a musician myself and just getting in to the autoharp. Trying to decide betwen two oscar schmidts at the moment. Thank you so much for posting this beautiful video.

Musically,

Marissa

[suzieqt68]

This was beautiful Sherri. Speechless!

[xxxasleep]

this was beautiful. you are lovely!!! i loved the song.

you have such a soothing voice.

[quasimodobotticelli]

Hey sherrilyn,thanks, you play very well and

you sing very well as well.Autoharps are great

for expressing yourself and teaching music

like you say (it's easy to understand),

I own an old east-german autoharp (not as pretty as yours)that I keep close to my

heart.You moved me,thanks.

Martin(from the netherlands)

[sherrilynn115oo]

Well thank you so much Martin for your comment! Yea, my Autoharp moves me! I'd love to hear you play!

[ziadgaldino]

Iam in love with you guys...The best..! Its not only how good you guys can sing...but that love in doing this togheter ! Greattttt!

[sherrilynn115oo]

Thank you so much! Yea, it's great that we can be together having so much fun!!

[worshipHim4]

Sherri- Thank you for your sharing and your lovely harp playing.Your smile lights up the room.You are lovely and so very gifted. I'm sure Gertrude would be so proud of you!Thank you for your courage in sharing on youtube. Much love to you dear lovely soul. 5 stars!Much Agapa, Lisa

[cherrialbum]

Thanks for sharing this with me. I love this one!!

Heck isn't she just great!

[MoJoPiano]

Hello Sherri! I just found your channel and you have quite a nice variety on here. I enjoyed a lot of it, but I ESPECIALLY enjoy the things you do by Mother Maybelle and the old Carter Family. It is nice to see younger people who still perform that music. Do you by any chance know the old song the Carters did entitled "Gold Watch and Chain"? I would love to hear you perform that one sometime. Keep makin your music and doing your thing! Sincerely, Mike

[sherrilynn115oo]

Thank you Mike! It's great to hear from you!!

[Scorpi0]

wow, bravo :D que bonita canción 5*****

[ruru11773]

Thanks for sharing Sherri! You play so beautifully ..and I would so like for you to continue to play your autoharp for us.I told My husband a while back after watching you play your autoharp on one of your pass videos..That if I was ever to learn how to play a instrument I would choose the Autoharp.And that is because of(You)exposing me to it. :D

[sherrilynn115oo]

Hey Rhonda!! Thank you!! Oh, I would highly recommend you get one and play! It's not really that hard! Thank you!!

[CathyKay29]

That is great, Your really a natural with it.

Can't wait to hear more beautiful music from you guys!!!

Cathy:)

[sherrilynn115oo]

Thanks Cathy!! Your awesome!!

[RickyCountryAtHeart]

very great video you all

[sherrilynn115oo]

Thank you Ricky!! How are you my friend?

[grumpgus]

You sound GREAT! I was singing along and enjoying myself immensely.. :) MORE! MORE! :) :D I'm glad for all music teachers everywhere.

[sherrilynn115oo]

Thanks so much!! LOLLL Who's Goofy? LOLL

[Powerbacker]

This was beautiful and you are beautiful!!!!!***** God bless

[GOMENTE]

Though I've not played the autoharp,sometime its sounds were ringing in my head when I was driving around the southwest states.

In many cases,at the moment I take photo of natures in US,something sounded in my brain.

Sometime it might be autoharp.The sounds almost fading away in the wind on the rough land.

Thanks Sherri-san.Great job.

[Gordieiati]

I think the Auto Harp is cool. I have never seen one until you played it on Youtube!!

Great story Sherri!!

[sherrilynn115oo]

Thanks Gordon! Guess I exposed you to it then!! LOLL Very cool my friend!  SMILE

[WaltzMusicVideo]

You should play more LIVE as you already have so many fans. Artie reminds me of me listening while my wife Janet is talking!!! LOOOOOOVE the OLD SONGS. When you all visit Nashville you MUST check out The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum located right downtown !!! your fan "somewhere" in Nashville Rodney W.

[sherrilynn115oo]

Thank you Rodney! Artie and I have been talking about a visit to Nashville! I know for sure we will get there, it's just a question of when! LOLLLL

[WEIRDALROXMYSOX]

Hey, nice video, i feel the same way about my first guitar, my mom bought it for 5 bucks at a yard sale, maybe I'll bring it to the YT at the Jersey shore gathering.

P.S. Did you get the messages I sent you regarding me being able to come? Just making sure they got through, you know how YT can be. ;)

[sherrilynn115oo]

Yep, I got them! LOL So what tunes are you thinking about for the big event?

[WEIRDALROXMYSOX]

I can answer you with 2 words, my dear: Anything Old! ;)

[sherrilynn115oo]

Ok, Hank Williams! That's my request! Whichever song you can play. I really like Hey good lookin'! LOLL

[WEIRDALROXMYSOX]

LOL I said old not ancient! :) You picked a good one, I know just about every song he recorded! I also know George Jones, Johnny Cash, Merle Haggard, Travis Tritt, Carl Perkins, Bob Dylan, Brooks & Dunn, etc..... See ya! :)

[gwithadream]

Cute little story. Are those little white things chords?

[sherrilynn115oo]

Yes, they are Malika! LOLL Thanks for inquiring!!

[gwithadream]

No proble. I thought so, but I wasn't sure, so I figured I'd ask. :)

[allshookup77]

Very nice Sherry, enjoyed your chat on the autoharp and yes, it sure does have a beautiful sound... I look forward to more autoharp songs from you! ... FrAnK (5*****)

[sherrilynn115oo]

Thanks so much Frank!

[sherrilynn115oo]

OH, that is just awful that she said that to you! Well, you have already proved your talent to us!! I'm so sorry, I can't even imagion being told that by anyone!

[Tilly220]

Oh sherri that was lovely !!! :)))))Isn't it wonderful how we are all united across the globe through our music !

[sherrilynn115oo]

Yes, it sure is Tilly!! It's great to hear from you! We need to catch up before classes start again! hehehe

[ilovemaniototo]

That was a lovely video Sherri. Lovely to hear about you. Carol x

[sherrilynn115oo]

Thank you Carol!! Hope all is well with you and your family! How is your new Grand-baby?

[ilovemaniototo]

Hi Sherri our new baby is still keeping warm has not arrived yet. Very exciting. Carol x

[flowerchildA]

I love the auto harp...tried to play one yrs ago,but for some reason I'm instumentally challenged...I love your playing and singing..beautiful..God Bless

[sherrilynn115oo]

Well, I'm not such a good dancer! LOLLL Thank you for stopping over and watching! Your just comical!! LOLL

[flowerchildA]

Well shoot honey just come on over to my channel and I'll give you some lessons...bring Artie with you too...seriously hun..thankyou for being so sweet...God Bless you always.Check out my cousins URL on my profile...you'll love it they sing all the old songs.

[flowerchildA]

second thought can I give you dance lessons in exchange for auto harp lessons?

[rayzor1011]

Hi everybody

the watched this before

but still like it

5*

[sherrilynn115oo]

Really? You watched this before Franz? LOLL How are you my friend? Thank you for visiting us!!

[rchan0]

really interesting and heartwarming story, i've never seen or heard the autoharp before, somehow strange but interesting instrument :-)

[sherrilynn115oo]

Oh it is very interesting to say the least!  To me anyway! Thank you!!

[flatted5th]

sounds great Sherri-love the auto harp!

[sherrilynn115oo]

Thanks Richard!! It's always a pleasure reading your comments!

[oo0Clubland0oo]

Awesome 5* :-)Oo..

[sherrilynn115oo]

Oo.. Thank you so much!! LOLL

[maggiemaymw]

Thanks so much for sharing that part of you. It is a beautiful sound when you play, magical even.

I love watching you, 'cause you are so darn cute! And then Artie looking on adoringly the whole time.

I love you guys!

Hugs,

Maggie

[sherrilynn115oo]

LOLL Thank you Maggie! I'm glad I didn't make you cry this time! What a nice thing to say! We love you too!

[lilbits]

Great song and sweet story. You play it great. Thanks for playing for us. Love & Respect.

[sherrilynn115oo]

Thanks Sharone!! I love hearing from you!!

[wjbr111]

Sherri and Artie, you two are just a wonderful couple!!..I used to have one..many years ago. Reminds me of "The Lovin' Spoonful"...[Do you believe in magic}

Just a terrific and wonderful vid..congrats!!

All my best to you both:-)

BillyRay

[sherrilynn115oo]

Thanks BR! I know, we must do some of their songs soon!  A huge Hey to Lise from us, and a kiss on the nose to Maggie!!

[SintualEvents]

Wow, how enchanting!

[sherrilynn115oo]

Thank you so much Erika! I watched a few of your videos today! LOLLL You are so awesome! I'll be back! Your open, and honest, and I love listening to you!!

[asSpawn1974]

WOW. U are so good guys.. REALLY... Your Story and your song touch my heard and my soul... My english are too bad for a better word´s  for this great vid... and for soo GREAT GUY´s like U I hope u understand what i mean.. ;-) cu

5*****

Greets Andy

[sherrilynn115oo]

LOLL Your English is just fine! Thank you for saying that though! Your very sweet!

[carlguage]

Great Song Sherri!! Deep Story! and Artie was the perfect Listener!!You Should do Another Vid on That Song! Great Voice Too Sherri!!!

[sherrilynn115oo]

Thanks Carl! I think I am gonna play some of those old songs! They really are my favorite!

[classican]

Well I for one am glad you play in front of us my friend, great video.

[sherrilynn115oo]

LOLL Thanks Pete! You remember that video don't you?  It was a spell of paranoia! LOLL

[cigardad11]

I love your autoharp

[sherrilynn115oo]

Thank you Louie! I know you do!! And I so appreciate your stars and comments on all our videos!!

[romapsychic]

that was sweet! i love this song! you play

the harp very nice ! i am the same way Sherri when i play for myself, but live on youtube

i'm very nervous! 5 stars lol jim!

[sherrilynn115oo]

WOW! It doesn't show Jim! You always make it look so easy! Thank you!!

[templiton]

great just loved it keep up the good work x jim n mary 5*****

[sherrilynn115oo]

Thank you Jim!! Thank you Mary!! I love hearing from you two!! LOLLL

[edro333]

What a beautiful video...thanks so much for sharing.

[sherrilynn115oo]

Thank you!!  And your welcome!

[ChaosAngel101]

Hey Sherri..what a wonderful story ..Im so glad you decided to share with us.. and thank you for picking such a lovely old song to go with it..

[sherrilynn115oo]

Thanks Deb! You know me-I can talk all day!! LOLLL

[madcowgirl4h]

Thanks so much for posting this! It brings back memories of when I was younger, the first time someone put a guitar in my hands. I didn't pick another one up for quite some time after that, many years, but finally a year and a half ago I picked it up again and it's leading to more and more instruments. I hope to add the autoharp soon... it's such a beautiful instrument. You sound wonderful playing yours :)

[sherrilynn115oo]

Thank you Beth! I had put down the guitar for quite a few years myself. I only just picked it up again around Christmas last year! Yet my Autoharp, I've always played when I had some time to myself!

[Terry1326]

VERY NICE Sherri! Thanks for shareing.5*****

Terry

[sherrilynn115oo]

Thank YOU Terry!!

[billj880]

Thank you for the personal story. To see Artie behind you supporting you as you tell your feelings is very moving. We love both of you guys.

[sherrilynn115oo]

Thanks Bill!! Yea, having music in common is a huge plus for us!

[angelsluvu]

How sweet and brave of you to sing and play this for all of us :) It is beautiful ... tons of angel hugs to both of you sweeties ^I^ JM

[sherrilynn115oo]

Thank you JM! It's so very nice to have you back!

[sherrywine1941]

Ohh that was beautiful. If its because you were playing the harp that you love or something else but your voice was so soft and mellow. Keep putting them up on YouTube. The sound of Angels.

(5*) Lotsa luv and hugs sent my friend. Sherry

[sherrilynn115oo]

Sherry, Thank you! You are so supportive of Artie and I! You are our treasure for sure! We love you!!

[lolaknows]

That's so great that now you can share your gift with all of us.

[sherrilynn115oo]

Yes, I really feel happy playing for you all here on the tube! Thank you Tammy!

[littlecherubs]

Wow I love you playing the auto harp, I want one now!!! The song was beautiful.

[sherrilynn115oo]

Oh I wish you would get one and play it for us!  Thank you so much!

[mtjasper26]

NICE!!!!!!

[sherrilynn115oo]

Thank you!!  Come visit us again!!

[e1vispres1ey]

You are an Angel!!!

[bigjimjer]

You remind me a lot of chirogirl6750. It took years for her to sing and play in front of anyone. I had the same music teacher in grade school and high school and he played sax and inspired and a lot of other musicians, my brother John also (Lake Shore Drive, Aliotta, Haynes, and Jeremiah). He is our most remembered teacher at our schools for all the kids, not just the musicians. When I performed I always wished that the lights were out. I just shut my eyes now. Keep playing!

Jim Jeremiah

[sherrilynn115oo]

I would have never guessed that of Yvonne! She looks so comfortable now! Could it be that playing together with her man by her side has something to do with it? I know Artie has helped me with it! Cuz I'm comfortable with him next to me! I used to have panic attacks when I sang in a band-geesh I was only 20 back then!! LOLL Thank you!

[willy350z]

Great job my friend, and thanks for sharingt!!5*****!!!

[sherrilynn115oo]

Thanks so much!!

[weeyin1155]

This is so beautiful Sherri.Glad we did`nt miss this one.Hugs and blessings to both of you from both of us.Jan and Susan.x

[sherrilynn115oo]

I'm glad you didn't miss it too! Thanks so much you two! I really love hearing from you!

[mettanc]

this is very nice...heck i can't play Autoharp....keep dreaming.

michael

[sherrilynn115oo]

Thanks Michael! You must try it before you say you can't!

[karaokewoman4life]

What a wonderful story Sherri:) There is nothing like our elementary school teachers....my music teacher was a big influence on me as well.... Gotta say, joyful tears welled up in my eyes as your were playing too:)  Have a great night you two!! jackie

[blaiddog]

Hello that was very moving i have never seen one before it has a lovely sound i can understand your feeling like you do but you play very well and have a great singing voice thank you for posting Blaid

[sherrilynn115oo]

Well Hey Blaid! Thank you so much for watching!

[Ridger1978]

That was awesome Sherri, just awesome!! Thank you for the story and those feelings that came from the heart. I think a lot of us have had our shyness to overcome, but each of us has to find our own way out of it and I am certainly glad that you have! I for one, really enjoy your channel and hope for many more years of the joy it brings to everyone who watches. Keep on keeping on girl- youre doing a terrific job- Take Care-- William

[sherrilynn115oo]

Thank you William! That is such a nice comment! SMILE

[valadga]

beautifully explained, beautifully played, thankyou sherrilynn - valxx

[sherrilynn115oo]

Thank YOU Val!!

[Cameragirl803]

You did great Sherri:) We all get nervous;)

That is really cool that your teacher made you love the harp so much:) 5*****

[sherrilynn115oo]

Thanks Jane!! You never look or show it if you get nervous! LOLL That's a great thing! I can't really hide it!!

[Cameragirl803]

When I finish..I always turn off the camera as fast as I can...lol...I get nervous every time:)You do great with talking at the camera Sherri..now I wish I could do that!

[uncledave10]

Very nice to have something so unique great job :o)tm *****

[sherrilynn115oo]

Unique! Never thought of it that way! Thanks UncleDave!!

[Johnfern99]

Great story, and those sure do have a great sound to them! I wish I could play one.

[sherrilynn115oo]

LOLL Thanks John! I wish I could play guitar like you!!

[jimmymccombs]

nice video friend thank you for sharein love the song .

[sherrilynn115oo]

Hey Jimmy! Thank you my Rockin' friend! It's just great to hear from you!!

[Cinephile66]

Sherri, this was such a beautiful video!! Thank you so much for sharing, and for making me smile.

All the best to you my love, because you deserve no less.

P.S. HI ARTIE!! =)

xoxoxoxoxo,

Joe

[sherrilynn115oo]

Your video was just so touching Joe! I had to respond! I'm so glad you enjoyed it! Isn't it just awesome to share thoughts and memories? Love you!!

[broncose1]

That is so beautiful,Sherry.I love this song.and the video's great of you,your Artie and Harp,LOL.5*****'s Shirley

[sherrilynn115oo]

Shirley! Thank you so much! My Artie! LOLL That's what I call him!! LOLL

[DixieRose1952]

Beautiful 5 stars

[sharbohemia]

Sherri, your story is wonderful...I like your feelings... so genuine.. Youtube makes everything liberating... I'm sure your music teacher would be proud of you...so sure of that. Peace, ~Shar.

[sherrilynn115oo]

Thanks Shar!! They just come out! LOLL I should goggle her and see if she is still alive huh?

[sharbohemia]

She may be alive... and she would be proud of you and your accomplishments, Sherri!

[harleyhawgn]

Well Sherry, we're all glad that you came over your shyness, and that your mom bought you an autoharp. You do supurb job on it, and we certainly enjoy hearing it. THANKS SHERRY FOR A 5* POSTING, YOUR FRIEND, C.W.

[sherrilynn115oo]

Thanks CW!!!! So glad you stopped over!!

[ghostgal30e]

very enjoyable.

[sherrilynn115oo]

Thanks! So very much!!