Learn How To Play Medieval Music!

In this latest in my series of "Online Lyre Lessons", I will be teaching you to play a genuine 800 year old Troubadour song, actually written by King Richard the Lion Heart, whilst imprisoned during the Crusades! The song he wrote, over 800 year ago, is called "Ja Nus Hons Pris"...

Here the English translation:

"No prisoner ever tells his story objectively;
rather, it is cloaked in sorrow.
To comfort himself, however,
he may write a song:
I have many friends, but their gifts are few.
Dishonor will be theirs if I remain in prison
these two winters; my ransom unpaid."

Richard was imprisoned by the Duke of Austria who he had insulted while on Crusade. Traditionally he was discovered by his minstrel Blondel. It was his mother Eleanor of Aquitaine and the officials he left in charge of England, who raised the 150,000 Marks from the common people, that secured his release in February 1194

"...My men and my barons,
from England, Normandy, Poitou, and Gascony,
know that I would never forsake
even the least of my friends.
I do no say this as a reproach.
Still... I remain a prisoner. "

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[khattamshud]

Good to see a Jew who actually respects European culture instead of shitting all over it.

[Klezfiddle1]

I respect the traditions and cultures of all races and religions, be they Christians Muslims, Arabs or Jews - I suggest you try doing the same.

[bowbag]

Very interesting lesson. I have never thought of playing the lyre prior. Your insight peaks my interest. Thanks!

[Iambeyondpissed]

i laugh at string insturments without a fretboard.... very cool song and lesson though.

[Constantia1000]

Sometimes a flood of notes are not necessary with some instruments. It's the stillness that is needed.

Silence is Golden when practicing to listen

[caesarshogun]

Hello, I'm a new student of the kinor and am wondering what is the best way to go about tuning?

[friedolayz]

@khattamshud

i think its more like dungeon and dragons culture. WARRIOR DRAGON

[MrPontiusPilate]

I love your youtube videos. I listen to them almost every night. Thank you

[chronocross]

Very nice, if i owned one i'd try to learn it seems like a great way to pass the time. Beautiful and tranquil