Beginner harp - Amaryllis

When played properly this is a lovely piece of music for beginner to intermediate harpists. Unfortunately I seem to be getting very nervous in front of the camera, so my rhythm is very choppy indeed. Also, I was so busy concentrating on getting the notes right my technique went right out the window! Instead of flicking my fingers into my palm they curl upwards. I'd better watch that, as bad habits are hard to break!

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• beginner
• learner
• harp
• harpist
• amaryllis
• intermediate

[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

[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.

[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!

[scowlingmonkey]

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

[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 :-)

[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!