A Tribute to Brook Boddie

Yesterday I heard some very sad news...that harpist and composer Brook Boddie passed away. He was a really good friend. I wanted to do a tribute to him and play some of his pieces.
Video of Brook giving an encouragement recently: / 10157153102777761
Sheet music for Brook's pieces played here:
Amazing Grace: www.seraphimmu...
Elegy: www.seraphimmu...
Thanksgiving: www.seraphimmu...
Upon the Willows: www.seraphimmu...
Brook's KZbin channel: / nelsonbrook33
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[@LearningtheHarp]

What are your thoughts and feelings as you listen to the songs Brook wrote? Please share below!

[@martharobards9134]

His music really touches my soul. It's what I hope to be able to create on the harp one day -- music from my own spirit. He must have been a very gentle and beautiful person. Thank you so much for your heartfelt tribute!

[@helenwright3711]

I treasure his Davidic heart.

[@gradyhooper8479]

I love hearing this beautiful music that Brook wrote. He was such a compassionate Christian man and we shall miss him and the beautiful music he wrote and composed. Truly our gentle giant!

[@nycgingercat]

There is a wistfulness about this piece that makes you want to appreciate all the beauty that surrounds you and just freeze time for that moment. But beauty can be a temporal thing and all encompassing which is why this piece is lovely as is your friend who wrote it and so is your tribute to him.

[@mairesadecki58]

Learning the Harp with Christy-Lyn! Oh so Beautiful. His eye is on the sparrow is a song I love to sing. Would love to learn to play it.

[@chandlerfoster375]

Brook and my harp instructor, Rhett Barnwell were very close friends. I heard about his passing only a couple hours ago. Rhett told me about this tribute that you did for him and how much he appreciated it. His music is more than spiritual; it's heavenly, sparking many emotions as a person listens to it. You also are a true inspiration; giving such a tender tribute to a close friend. I'm sure he's smiling at his music being played by you; knowing what a great friend you were. My thoughts to you and to Rhett of course.... to have had your lives touched by such an inspirational soul.......

[@LearningtheHarp]

Thank-you Chandler. Please give Rhett a hug from me when you can ❤️❤️

[@Paula-133]

I am African American. I am learning small harp from beautiful friends we love each other and help one another in these awful, yet beautiful times in the ways we are being brought together to really see each other as human beings. Your tribute so touched my heart. Thank you for showing the beauty all human beings are capable of.

[@peytonb3811]

This is Brook’s brother Peyton. Just now seeing this. Beautiful! No doubt he was up there smiling down on you for it. Great story about how y’all met. He was one of a kind!

[@annmaes7550]

Knowing Brook only through his music but his sensitivity and love came through so clearly. Yes, Upon the Willows is alive in my heart as his memory. He responded to a comment I made when I first attempted playing his music. He responded with support that inspired me. I hope our paths cross again. RIP Brook God Bless You! 💖🙏💫💕

[@martinearnest1441]

Really he is a man of God 😞😢

[@LM-wo7qy]

This is so strange Christy Lyn because I attended a Loreena McKennitt concert last night in Calgary, Alberta, and she mentioned him. I didn't know who he was and it kind of slipped out of my mind. Then I just opened my youtube after my Learning the Harp course, and here this was. I was crying along with you at the loss of your friend. You are amazing to be able to play in that circumstance but you brought the music to life. It's a very beautiful and moving tribute.

[@GaryBook]

The beginning of your presentation was very touching. I am sorry for your grief and sadness. At this time with the coronavirus, your sorrow is too greatly shared by many in their personal losses. It is beautiful to see how deeply you loved Brook Boddie. It is apparent the depth of your friendship. I feel only sympathy for you and I am moved by your humanity.

[@Enray322]

Brook was a dear friend of mine in real life. I’ve been on many choir trips with him and endless hours at the church with him supporting us on the piano. He was a talented musician but had an even kinder soul. His loss is felt here, but I had no idea how far his kindness stretched across the globe. Thank you for honoring him. This was beautiful.

[@Enray322]

Also, please contact me if you want the live stream for his memorial service. It will be on Saturday at 4pm CST.

[@LearningtheHarp]

Oh that would be so wonderful, I would love to join. Could you please email me the details? My email address is [e-mail]

[@LearningtheHarp]

Thank-you for telling me about the livestream, I really appreciated being able to watch. Sending love as you grieve 💔

[@carlawhiteley559]

What a moving tribute. So beautifully played with such depth of feeling . His death is a great loss to all those who knew him. Such comfort to know his life continues with the Lord. You too are also a beautiful woman with a loving caring and generous heart. God bless you

[@LearningtheHarp]

Thank-you Carla ❤️

[@droleasy]

Brook was a dear friend of mine. He was maybe the most talented musician I’ve ever known. He was a kind and gentle man and I’m sure his loss will be felt by many.

[@LearningtheHarp]

Oh Paul my heart is sad along with you! 💔

[@tabchoirsop]

Thank you for sharing Brook's music. I could really feel your love for him and both yours and his love for the Lord. It was a beautiful tribute for a wonderful man. I am so sorry for your loss 🙏♥️🌻.

[@christinamelanson9321]

I am so sorry, and moved by your playing this piece

[@worshipontheharphelenblencowe]

I'm so sorry Christy-Lyn.....it's awful losing a friend, and I'm crying with you. You're very brave doing this video, when your emotions are so raw, and you are still playing so beautifully. Many prayers for God’s comfort and healing in this time of grief.

[@lewissmith9389]

Thank you so much for your tribute to Brook. I’ve had the honor and privilege to perform in churches with Brook for some 30 years. Such a gentle giant and humble Christian. We are so fortunate to have him as a friend and fellow believer.

[@LearningtheHarp]

Wow Lewis, you knew him much more than I did. I can only imagine how difficult it must be to mourn this loss. Sending hugs!

[@balfourknight7011]

This is so beautiful--thanks so much Christy. We all miss Brook.

[@EHB0414]

Thank you so much for posting this! I worked with Brook for 17 years and really love hearing his music. It’s amazing how many lives he touched-such a sweet, kind and generous soul.

[@LearningtheHarp]

Wow Heidi, I imagine it must be so difficult for you to feel this loss! I’m sending hugs across the ocean. If you ever need to get the tears flowing, this video will still be here to watch again. Lots of love 💔

[@coachresa1792]

I heard about his loss from Atlanta Harp Center. Very saddened by the news.

[@avivapierson9620]

So sorry for your loss of your friend. Beautiful music you played in his memory

[@ruthpoirier7389]

What beautiful music. I am so new to harp that I did not hear of this person until now. May God be with his family both close and extended family from the music world who will miss him. The nice thing with his compositions they will live on for him. This is wonderful that we can still feel him near through his music.

[@lynchlaw11]

So,so sorry for your loss. This is a very moving tribute.

[@maatkaramaatkara5170]

🖤 so sweet and moving, dearest Christy!

[@elizabethgross4485]

I'm so sorry for your loss.

[@tomharrison6302]

Thank you for sharing the incredible music of Brook Boddie and Christy-Lyn!!! God has used you today to bless my heart and give me words for the message on Saturday

[@LearningtheHarp]

Wow Tom, I’m humbled to be a small part of saying goodbye to such a wonderful man ❤️

[@rubyaliciamusic1868]

Christy-Lyn, I am so very very sorry for your loss. Brook will be so proud of you. For all you have accomplished, for all of the lovely music you blessed his ears with and for all of company and love you have shown him throughout your friendship. Please know that we are all here for you and are ready to support you. I know only too well what the grief you are going through, feels like. Brook has expressed through his music more than could ever be said in words, he seemed a very lovely man. He is watching down over you and will want to hold on to the love, not the loss. Where there is grief, there was great love. We are all here for you Christy-Lyn xx

[@connieLo87365]

Looking back. This was a hard day. Tears, hugs and recovery. Memories…. Thinking of you too

[@annclark2705]

Thank you for sharing such a touching tribute to such a great man.

[@gregorymorrison7842]

Thank you so much for this. I have been blessed to play beside Brook for many years at church on not only the harp but the organ. I remember many years ago I sat where i could see every move with hands and feet as he played that organ Every single time I was in awe. We all will miss him so much Thank you again and I look forward now to seeing more from you on the harp. Peace ...

[@LearningtheHarp]

Thank-you for commenting, Gregory. It’s amazing to hear from Brook’s “real life” friends who worked alongside him. It must have been so shocking for you to hear the news. I’m sending love 💔

[@bridgetsinclair4005]

Thank you for your beautiful tribute to our wonderful friend, Brook.

[@laurychristie5016]

A beautiful and moving tribute,Christy. Thank you.

[@barbaragittings5523]

Beautiful Christy-Lyn, Brook would be very honoured by your tribute. Losing friends is hard but his beautiful memory and arrangements will last forever. God bless, thinking of you please take care sending hugs 😢

[@elizabethwilkinson5548]

You told a beautiful story of this man's music, a perfect tribute. Thank you.

[@connieLo87365]

Tears are the Holy Spirits way of expressing themselves to you. They have no words but all understand. if a tear falls on your harp, he has kissed it.

[@mariaramirez4875]

María. C. Ramírez. Sometiendo. I. Hear. Hoy. Music. I. Love. This. Instrument. The. Harp. Beautiful. Music. I. Am. Very. Sorry. About. Your. Freind. God. Bless. You

[@jeanninevermette933]

So Very sorry to hear about your loss! U r in my prayer! xx

[@Meltiqueful]

So very sorry about the news. Beautiful tribute, Christy-Lyn! He was a wonderful man and his music sure reflected that!

[@LearningtheHarp]

Thanks my friend! 💔

[@sradefarras]

Oh it’s a shock. Upon the Willows was the last piece I was studying. Rest in Peace, Brook 😢❤️🙏🏻

[@nyelve]

Thank you for sharing this beautiful tribute ❤️ I am so sorry for your loss of a friend 💞

[@Jillphillijsbcglobalnet]

I love this music! It's dreamy and soft, and you play it beautifully, Christy-Lyn. I'm sorry for your loss of such a close friend. God bless.

[@leewilliamson2831]

Beautiful song 🤟

[@shannonsharpstory]

I’m so sad to hear this. Brook’s music was lovely and he seemed like a really great man. I will miss him. Thoughts and prayers for his family, friends and harp community. 😢❤️🙏

[@LearningtheHarp]

Thanks Shannon!

[@wendy5290]

Christy-Lyn, you made me cry along with you in this beautiful tribute. Although I never knew him, his music expresses his soul and spirit. Farewell, not goodbye.

[@Omnipeach45]

Very extraordinary and heartfelt. So Sorry for your loss and for the loss to the world! God bless you and all of his family and friends. His music is beautiful and moving, thank you for sharing your friend and his music with us!

[@msavard0]

So sorry for your loss. I also love Brook’s music and have purchased most of his pieces - wonderful composer! I will surely miss him as well. A beautiful tribute performance and my heart goes out to you. Brook will always remain in your heart. God bless you!

[@SusanCarolHarpSinger]

I am so very sorry for the passing of Brook. Thank you for this beautiful, inspiring tribute to this very special person & musician, Christy-Lyn. Your very loving, caring & compassionate heart comes through this offering, & I pray it brings healing to your heart, as it does for me. I also experience those elements in your music 🎼💜🎶🕊

[@Brallallalla]

This was the most emotional video I've ever seen on your channel. Maybe it is even the most emotional video you ever made. But although you are quite woebegone for the loss a close friend you nevertheless try to keep on going, which I adore. For a long time I did not know why I appreciate listening to you playing the harp or even giving your lessons. Now I know. It kind of feels like a time travel to the 19th century. Your presentations seem like short trips to a clear and neat world that probably never existed. However, you create this world for us. I wish you'd never stop it.

[@LearningtheHarp]

Yes it was difficult to make this video, but it felt important to honor Brook. Thank-you for your kind comment, and your ongoing support over the years! ❤️❤️❤️

[@DarcieGlam]

So sorry, Christy-Lyn. I was at Somerset online and just found out today. It's very sad - he be will missed for sure.

[@janetemens2505]

What a beautiful tribute to Brook. Thank you for sharing your memories of him with us. I know he must have been so proud of you!

[@jaymamel869]

So beautiful. Keeping the music alive is keeping Brook’s spirit alive. Well done.

[@JoannaMell]

Just beautiful!! Thank you for playing so beautifully and eloquently. I am sure Brook is smiling.

[@susansuits9851]

I'm shedding tears with you.....Upon The Willows was the first harp song that made me fall in love with the harp. I had to play it....even though I was a brand new harpist. I've played it a hundred times since I began this journey less than a year ago. Brook felt like a friend. He answered any newbie question I threw at him. It's my dismay that I will not meet him. Surely he continue to be my inspiration through others who cherish his gift. Particularly one Christy Lyn Morais.

[@LearningtheHarp]

Awwww Susan 💔 Sending love!

[@jacomiententeije5417]

You brought me to tears 😭

[@LearningtheHarp]

Awwww me too

[@jenborn5358]

Wow Christy-Lyn, I’m so sorry for the loss of your friend 😔 I did check out his KZbin channel like you gave and his last post was very beautiful - what an amazing piano player as well. It would be wonderful to learn his music too to play for our church 🤍 One of the reasons that I watch you more and exclusively for the harp, is because of you and your love for Christ like mine. It was wonderful to know hat he was a Christian and knew his Savior! Praise God! And knowing this truth, while he is no longer with us here on earth, you will see him again in Heaven! What hope and joy this brings! 🤍 From what it seems like from the date that you did this this video, it may have been around the same time that my Mother was called home to Jesus as well - July 11th 2020. I miss her so much everyday and still can’t believe she’s gone. But I do not weep and morn as one with no hope - Gods promises and strength are with me always ❤️ This was my Mom’s verse. I pray it brings you continued comfort as it does for me... "Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die;" - ‭‭John‬ ‭11:25‬ ‭NIV ❤️✝️

[@lovetoplayharp]

Thank you so much Christy-Lyn. This was extremely touching. I did not know Brook, but I so appreciate your love for him. I bought some of the pieces and will think of him and you. Big hugs.

[@RichardSmith-sw4bq]

Thank you, Christy-Lyn, for sharing your deeply emotional expression through your words of appreciation and grief as well as your tender performance of his music. I commend you for offering this very moving tribute!

[@KathyLoweHarpist]

Brook will live on as his beautiful music is played by you and others. Your heartfelt tribute is so moving and inspirational. I had begun to learn his arrangement of Amazing Grace when I wasn't quite ready for it, but now I am and will make a goal of learning it and sharing it to bring comfort to others who hear it. I am also going to learn the other pieces you played. Thank you for the reminder that the harp can be an instrument of grace and peace.

[@maatf7372]

as you say dear Christy."...its life...". May he rest in peace and may you find strength in his music.

[@mrsmcisaac]

Ive never heard you play so beautifully and with such feeling. Your sorrow can easily be heard without seeing. What a wonderful tribute!

[@elizabethjesenko3098]

So sorry to hear this . I loved his music . Sending prayers to you & all who loved him. What a beautiful tribute.

[@smworswick]

Christy-Lyn, what a beautiful tribute to Brook! Beautiful music! So very sweet of you to share in your time of grief. Difficult, I’m sure. Brook sounds like a true servant of the Lord. May you find strength and joy in having known this kind, loving, gifted man. My sincere condolences to you and to Rett. 💓🙏. Suzanne

[@vyzuqui]

So beautiful!! The composer must have been a pure and beautiful soul. I wish you all the strength you need for this loss.

[@saraboore1787]

Thank you for such a real, moving and beautiful tribute. What is remembered, lives.

[@jrobington]

Brook touched so many lives for good. Always encouraging and uplifting others! We had fallen out of touch recently, but he was like a brother to me. Thank you for this lovely tribute!

[@LearningtheHarp]

It must be so difficult to mourn this loss. Sending love, Josh 💔

[@janetwitman]

This is so precious- what a treasure to share, Thank you, Christy- Lyn!

[@leilamanteghi326]

Wow, lovely video! I didn't know him, but noticed a comment he made on one of Mark Foster's videos and what stuck out was that he started playing harp in his mid 30s. I am in my mid 30s myself and plan on starting to play the harp this year.

[@alfredbooth6854]

You have such a beautiful soul. New to the harp world, I didn’t know of Brook Boddie before his death. Thank you for this loving tribute.

[@doreendemeyer1603]

Christy, I’m new to the world of harp! Your tribute is so beautiful! May Brook rest in piece with our lord!

[@sandikaye4115]

I share your tears for the loss of Brook. I was privileged to have worked with him for many years but most of all was blessed by his friendship. If I had to guess I would say that there was not a person who was not positively impacted by his life for he was truly an inspiration of faith and Christianity exemplified. I had not worked with him for three years but he always took the time to reach out to me to see how I was and to pray for me consistently. You are definitely right about how thoughtful and caring he was and people all over the world experienced his gift of service. I will always consider his life and friendship as a special gift from God. Thank you again for sharing these beautiful pieces.

[@LearningtheHarp]

Ah Sandi, my heart aches with you! Sending love and hugs across the ocean 💔

[@sandikaye4115]

@@LearningtheHarp Thank you!

[@jasonhurd4379]

Thank you for this beautiful tribute to a beautiful man.

[@orlyolivens..]

Sending you a hug

[@hollyg1058]

Thank you for this loving tribute, Christy-Lyn. I knew Brook only through his beautiful and heartfelt music (I’m learning Thanksgiving now, to play for a memorial). His music lives on in every soul it touches. My prayers for your peace and comfort.

[@LearningtheHarp]

Thank-you Holly. All the best with learning Thanksgiving and playing it at the memorial service. This beautiful music paired with a kind heart like yours, can do a lot of good.

[@qltygrl3187]

What a beautiful tribute! So so sorry for your loss.

[@lowcountryhooper]

I’m so sorry for your loss. Sending you a hug from across the ocean.

[@LearningtheHarp]

Thanks Helen! ❤️ I have your autoharp in my little home and I’m still so thankful for your generosity.

[@davidbasden5700]

Such beautiful, sensitive music and a beautiful tribute too. Thank you for sharing this.

[@bethanymurphy2301]

I have always loved Brook's arrangements and am now inspired to go play His Eye is on the Sparrow! That one and Amazing Grace are my favorites. So peaceful and beautiful. Thank you for the wonderful tribute to him today! Brought tears to me eyes!

[@DarcieGlam]

Robbin Gordon-Cartier just played it in concert today at the last day of Somerset Harp Fest (online). Such a beautiful arrangement.

[@juliareadscottishpiperandh4861]

so sorry to hear about the loss of your friend Brook. Wonderful video, thank you for making. It seems to me that by being your friend he passed on a bit of his spirit to you. Thank you for picking up the baton of Brook's spirit and being there for us, spreading the word so to speak. xx

[@connieLo87365]

Oh Christy-Lyn. Such a loss. I have recently experienced how warming it is to use the harp as a tribute. Big angel wing hugs with many warm notes. Love you and great respect for Brook Boddie

[@carinar.1623]

What a beautiful tribute to your friend Brook and what a loving soul he was. Thank you so much for sharing. God bless both of you 🙏

[@Doublereeder2]

Thank you for this beautiful tribute to Brook. He made the world better place with of his gentle soul and beautiful music.

[@helenwright3711]

Beautiful tribute, Christy-Lyn. Goodbyes are so hard. We will see him again, and all play harps together to the glory of King Jesus. A little advice? It will be tempting to fight the grief and get things done. That is a trap, and only makes the sorrow linger more. Both you and your team- Take time, make time for the grief; not just now but in the days to come. Give it room and honor Brook’s memory in the presence of God. Hugs.

[@worshipontheharphelenblencowe]

Helen Wright that is such good advice!! It is tempting to push the grief down, but we give ourselves more problems further down the track. God bless you!

[@deedeedray5954]

My sincere sympathies on the loss of your friend. I did not know him, but his beautiful music is a wonderful and loving legacy. May it comfort you in your time of sorrow.

[@nicki1587]

Hello Christy - Lin, I am so sorry of your loss. I don't know this man, what you are playing sounds very beautiful. It's a wonderful tribute for him. Now your pain is big, perhaps it's helpful for you, some day, some time, you will meet him again in heaven and there you can play the harp with him all the time forever. I believe this ist the truth. And think also Christy - Lin, you will never loose the love for him and the love will stand in eternity and his love for you also. Goo bless him and God bless you.

[@johnscott3714]

Well done for managing to get through paying a great tribute to your friend Christy-Lyn! That couldn't have been easy for you.

[@pamwaters3674]

What a beautiful tribute Christy-Lyn. Feelings are so hard to express sometimes but music, especially that written by a close friend, can be a great comfort. I often think of the quote “Music is love in search of a word”. Be gentle with yourself as you reflect on your friendship.

[@Cuate]

Thank you for sharing about him and playing these wonderful arrangements. You're awesome.

[@Annima_music]

Hello, Christy-Lyn. I’m from Russia. I love all of your videos. I’m so sorry for your loss, I know what is that, it was in my life a few times. It’s so painful.. But it was blessing to have a chance to meet and talking with our dear lost people... 🙏🙏🙏

[@britishfiredemon]

Christy-Lyn. I'm so sorry to hear that your friend passed away. =(

[@LearningtheHarp]

Thanks my friend! 💔

[@amber7891]

I don’t know what to say. So I’m giving you a hug, I’m quite good at those.🌌☁️🌷♥️

[@LearningtheHarp]

Awwww 🥰

[@yeldarbjb]

Thank you for your tribute.

[@sandragayle7866]

He was quite a special guy. I have been playing the harp for over 20 years. He answered one of my comments. That's the only time I actually spoke to him. But what a beautiful soul. As a black American I don't like being call African American. But he was right about all this color madness. The people of this world is so blind. Police brutality is not about color. It's about control and power. I worked for the LAPD when I lived in Los Angeles, I was a PSR/911 operator. At that time there was a homeless man that the LAPD brutally murdered. His name was Kelly Thomas he was white. They use their taser on him and literally cooked him to death. KZbin still have that video. I know because I took that 911 call someone saw it and call to say these cops are going to kill this man. Kelly was crying out I can't breathe please stop please stop then you can hear him scream. They did that for almost an hour. It was so sad. After that I quit 911. And start to do studio work with my harp. This world needs the harp for the peace and serenity that it brings. For the healing power of her strings. For her beauty and Grace. One only need to be reminded of King David singing Saul to sleep with the harp.

[@AutDancer]

that is sad.

[@carolneighbors699]

What a beautiful tribute to Brook, Christy-Lyn. He and my brother, Rhett Barnwell, were very close friends and Rhett would speak of Brook often. I never met him, but felt I knew him through Rhett.

[@LearningtheHarp]

I’m so sad for Rhett! What a devastation to lose such a close friend. When you get the chance, please give him a big hug from me 💔

[@traceytinyhouseelohi7803]

❤️🌺

[@stefaniaoriente5078]

💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@connieLo87365]

Big Hugs, Did you ever get the embridered hankie I sent you then.

[@learningthelyreharp]

What a wonderful tribute. Thank you for introducing us to a lovely man and his beautiful compositions. It is hard to lose someone we love. His loving heart can be heard in the music. ❤

[@nycgingercat]

I'm so sorry for your loss.