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Tucking Tip 2: Keep Resting Fingers In Your Palm
Tucking (aka crossing under & over) is such an important harp skill.
The first video in the series explains what it is and why is in important. th-cam.com/video/2mtkuaLGiEU/w-d-xo.html
The second video was about why you need a big gap between your thumb and fingers, and what happens if this goes wrong. th-cam.com/video/rcyNcQYTF_o/w-d-xo.html
This video goes over why you need to keep your resting fingers in your palm when you tucking, why this will help, and what happens if this goes wrong.
Learn this skill for smooth playing.
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Tucking Tip 1: Create Space with a Big Gap
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Tucking (aka crossing under & over) is such an important harp skill. The first video in the series explains what it is and why is in important. th-cam.com/video/2mtkuaLGiEU/w-d-xo.html This video gives my first of three tips to help you master this skill. Why you need a big gap between your thumb and fingers, and what happens if this goes wrong. Learn this skill for smooth playing. Connect with...
Master Tucking (turning over or under) for Smooth Playing!
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Learn what tucking is and why it is important. This is an essential harp skill and will help you play in a lovely and smooth way. Learn all about it and why you need to work on it to level up your playing! Connect with me! I love to hear from all of the harp community!! FREE How To Harp Facebook Group: groups/877117336273966 Learn with me: www.howtoharp.com FREE Harp Practice Guide...
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  • @bluebiegrace1828
    @bluebiegrace1828 14 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    You’re my favorite tutor in learning the harp. I like your style of teaching. Thank you.

  • @Alittlepillowcompanyhome
    @Alittlepillowcompanyhome วันที่ผ่านมา

    Oh…good reminder!🙏

    • @HeatherDownieHarpist
      @HeatherDownieHarpist วันที่ผ่านมา

      Exactly! 👍 Easy one to forget and pick up bad habits.

  • @qltygrl3187
    @qltygrl3187 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Beautiful!!

  • @JudithLipton2666
    @JudithLipton2666 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    As usual, this is a great demonstration

  • @Alittlepillowcompanyhome
    @Alittlepillowcompanyhome 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    As a self-taught adult, I’ve wondered how long should one place a beginner piece before moving on or adding another? Is there some sort of sign that you’ve “mastered” it? Or is mastering not what we are after in the beginning? What is the goal for each piece in the earliest stages?

    • @HeatherDownieHarpist
      @HeatherDownieHarpist 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      This is a great question but is one of those 'how long is a piece of string' type questions. In essence, your goal is to master the skills in the tune, mastering the skills will allow you to play that tune, and others proficiently. And will prepare you to move on to more advanced tunes, with more advanced skills. But you want to think about what your over-arching goal is. Do you want to continue to challenge yourself, or are you happy playing tunes at the same level for a while? Everyone wants something different from their harp journey, so you have to answer that very personal question before you can address the questions you asked. Hope this helps! The main thing is to enjoy the journey!!

  • @Alittlepillowcompanyhome
    @Alittlepillowcompanyhome 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I have long fingers and been struggling with my thumb placement for awhile so this was great! Thanks so much!

  • @Alittlepillowcompanyhome
    @Alittlepillowcompanyhome 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Love this! So, so helpful! Thanks ever and so 🙏

    • @HeatherDownieHarpist
      @HeatherDownieHarpist 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you! Glad it was helpful! Work through the series and if you have any questions pop them in the comments. x

  • @bluebiegrace1828
    @bluebiegrace1828 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I’m so glad I found your channel. You really explain techniques to the tee. I’m very newbie at harp playing and my harp has not arrived yet, 😂LOL!! I like your style of teaching. For sure, I will be watching your channel again and again.

    • @HeatherDownieHarpist
      @HeatherDownieHarpist 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Welcome! Glad you are enjoying the channel. If you ever have any questions just pop them in the comments. x

  • @bluebiegrace1828
    @bluebiegrace1828 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    A newbie here. This is very helpful. Thank you. Subscribed.

    • @HeatherDownieHarpist
      @HeatherDownieHarpist 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Glad it was helpful! Welcome! Work through the series and if you have any questions drop them in the comments. :-)

  • @jessicanorth-oconnell6583
    @jessicanorth-oconnell6583 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you so much! Wonderful and so very inspiring. Loved the bit about going blank during a performance. I have done this as a dancer and as a musician and have always managed to keep going without the audience noticing. My daughter and I both "forgot" the same section of a choreography during a performance together- we just raised our eyebrows, smiled and picked up the dance according to the music. No one knew but us.

    • @HeatherDownieHarpist
      @HeatherDownieHarpist 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

      You are so welcome! So interesting to hear about the similarities between music and dance. Lovely to be dancing with your daughter too. 😍

  • @GimmeASec434
    @GimmeASec434 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Both beautiful and peaceful! Keep it up 👍👍

    • @HeatherDownieHarpist
      @HeatherDownieHarpist 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you! 😃

    • @GimmeASec434
      @GimmeASec434 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Of course 🙃👍 can you tag me when you play the advanced version?

    • @HeatherDownieHarpist
      @HeatherDownieHarpist 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      The full versions of all three are already posted!! Here is the advanced - th-cam.com/video/BFZWVdkLk3U/w-d-xo.html

    • @GimmeASec434
      @GimmeASec434 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      ​@HeatherDownieHarpist oh, my bad 😅 thanks 👍

  • @phyllisduxbury4268
    @phyllisduxbury4268 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great explanation; thanks for distinguishing the differences in finger length!

    • @HeatherDownieHarpist
      @HeatherDownieHarpist 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Glad it was helpful! All hands are different and all teachers should acknowledge this but so many learners are told they are doing things wrong simply because they physically can't do what they are being asked to do. X

  • @dernera
    @dernera 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Stopped by to say that I love your sound and your hair looks very stylish ❤

  • @niccie
    @niccie 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Really interesting interview, thank you.

  • @annabelbrown9628
    @annabelbrown9628 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    This is fabulous. Lovely voice ❤ 🎉

  • @qltygrl3187
    @qltygrl3187 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I love this song!

  • @denisemayosky1955
    @denisemayosky1955 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    That's a sweet piece! There's also the duet between Jack and Sally at the end. (My husband and I sang that to each other on our anniversary!😊👩‍❤️‍💋‍👨)

  • @inluminatiomea9889
    @inluminatiomea9889 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Very informative, thanks. I just wish you demonstrated that chord you were talking about 😊

    • @HeatherDownieHarpist
      @HeatherDownieHarpist 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks for watching! I cover this in detail in my level 1 harmony course but this would actually be a good idea for a live. I'll put it on my list as you'd need a full video to go over tuck nine chords. x

  • @HaPea
    @HaPea 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    What a lovely interview! I'm looking forward to Amy's live Concert and Q&A, in the How To Harp Membership next Sunday!

  • @MaryFrank-Ulgen
    @MaryFrank-Ulgen 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Congratulations on your Master's degree! 🎉🎉🎉

  • @jeanneburns-sloan1471
    @jeanneburns-sloan1471 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    So mystical. So magical. So wonderful. Thak you for sharing your talents with us.

  • @lauriewesterman962
    @lauriewesterman962 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @lauriewesterman962
    @lauriewesterman962 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Flo is absolutely beautiful, and your playing is even more so! Thank you for blessing us!!

  • @GloriaGarcia-yv1tk
    @GloriaGarcia-yv1tk 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Very helpful!! I’ve been playing for almost 20 years & I still struggle a wee bit with “tucking”. Thanks Heather!🎶🎶

    • @HeatherDownieHarpist
      @HeatherDownieHarpist 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

      You're so welcome! It really helps to go back to the basics once in a while! More videos on this coming soon!!

    • @GloriaGarcia-yv1tk
      @GloriaGarcia-yv1tk 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@HeatherDownieHarpistGreat can’t wait!!

  • @MelanieKalb-i1i
    @MelanieKalb-i1i 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    The whole concert was gorgeous but I am dying for this arrangement/interpretation of What Was I Made For?. I LOVE that so much!

    • @HeatherDownieHarpist
      @HeatherDownieHarpist 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks! Glad you liked it. x I'm still improvising around the chords each time and working through my ideas with it but when I have a 'final' version (which never really exists lol) I'll make an arrangement.

    • @melaniekalb
      @melaniekalb 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

      ​@@HeatherDownieHarpist I'm keeping my fingers crossed. If there's ever an arrangement I'll take it to the Voice of Germany :-) Maybe that will help.

    • @HeatherDownieHarpist
      @HeatherDownieHarpist 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Oh I'd love to see that!!!!! 🥰🥰

  • @annasalko
    @annasalko 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I need the rest of this please

    • @HeatherDownieHarpist
      @HeatherDownieHarpist 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I've not finished working on this one, hoping to start playing it in performances soon!

  • @carolinekruger5791
    @carolinekruger5791 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Oh what a wonderful concert! What am I made for still my favourite as I relate to it so much, if you ever do an arrangement for it, let me know, but I don't sing!😅 Just a great way to spend an afternoon. Thanks ❤️

    • @HeatherDownieHarpist
      @HeatherDownieHarpist 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks! If I ever do a full arrangement I'll let you know! ❤️

  • @connieLo87365
    @connieLo87365 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    ❤❤❤Great concert. Loved every bit of it. Nice job William you made our lady shine.

    • @HeatherDownieHarpist
      @HeatherDownieHarpist 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks for listening and for all the support and kindness! x

  • @vjwatts
    @vjwatts 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Bravo! Thank you so much 💐

    • @HeatherDownieHarpist
      @HeatherDownieHarpist 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you for watching and the lovely comment!

  • @bdnewfound
    @bdnewfound 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I loved the whole concert but especially The Dowie Dens O Yarrow!

  • @lizbrown9036
    @lizbrown9036 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    How lovely. Thank you for sharing.

  • @MaireadReeves
    @MaireadReeves 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Beautiful concert! 😍

  • @HaPea
    @HaPea 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Wonderful!❤

  • @knittingwithwords
    @knittingwithwords 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Fantastic tips and very useful Q&A - thank you, Heather! The new Christmas medley sounds like one to look forward to learning and sharing. 💚❤️💚

  • @saorsa5
    @saorsa5 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thig saorsa uile alba shaor a nis

  • @VictoriaJohnsonHarp
    @VictoriaJohnsonHarp 26 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great tips and so easy to forget them. Thanks for the reminder, Heather! And looking forward to the retreat!! 🥳

    • @HeatherDownieHarpist
      @HeatherDownieHarpist 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Me too!! Will be lovely to see you IRL again!!

  • @niccie
    @niccie 26 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Really useful tips, I shall practice these, thank you!

  • @drindindin.
    @drindindin. 27 วันที่ผ่านมา

    ,,,,арфы нет. Возьмите бубен...

  • @nurturingspiritmusic5751
    @nurturingspiritmusic5751 29 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Beautiful ❤️ is the harp connected to reverb? Is it carbon fiber?

    • @HeatherDownieHarpist
      @HeatherDownieHarpist 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks!! Yes, and yes!! At this performance I think I used EQ, compression, reverb and delay on this track. And yeah, the harp is carbon fibre.

  • @mostafakamel1946
    @mostafakamel1946 29 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Honestly, both you and the harp are breathtaking!! literally!! Maybe the way you talk.. like in love with Buckley

  • @connieLo87365
    @connieLo87365 29 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Lovely❤

  • @cheryl1277
    @cheryl1277 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Beautiful.

  • @saintjst7
    @saintjst7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I had a bad day. This made me feel better.

    • @HeatherDownieHarpist
      @HeatherDownieHarpist 29 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Sorry you had a bad day, really glad this made you feel a bit better. 😊

  • @niccie
    @niccie หลายเดือนก่อน

    Such an interesting interview!

  • @HarpLarks
    @HarpLarks หลายเดือนก่อน

    I just can't wait to be an advanced harpist!

    • @HeatherDownieHarpist
      @HeatherDownieHarpist หลายเดือนก่อน

      LOL! With good technique and a supportive community everyone can get to an advanced level!! Go for it!!