Scarborough Fair | Pure Hammered Dulcimer | Joshua Messick

[@paca_bill4863]

Wow, what are the odds you are walking through the hills and forests, and just come upon a dulcimer already set up and ready to play? ;) Wonderful arrangement!!!

[@JoshuaMessick]

It has actually happened a few times! And, by miracle, every time I happened to have my camera with me ;-) So glad you enjoyed it.

[@hiw9528]

@@JoshuaMessick Maybe that is the work of the angels who must bei hidden in this wonderful instrument...? ;-)

[@jonathangrover3176]

They’re all over the place here in Maine. Guess it keeps the bears happy?

[@JoshuaMessick]

@@jonathangrover3176 HA! I love it ;-) I composed "Woodland Dance" in part because I was scared of bears in the woods.

[@dowen1511]

Pretty good apparently 😂👍

[@oldbird-zm8qt]

And for three minutes, all the fury, hatred, and madness of the world stopped, and ... everything was okay. It takes a true musical alchemist to do that. Thank you for sharing this beautiful work.

[@CantTellYou]

All the fury, hatred, and madness of the world starts back up when you try to keep one of these things in tune 😂 It's such a beautiful instrument though

[@hiw9528]

@@CantTellYou Oh, I can share your experience! 😂But don't you find back your peace when finally this thing is in tune? Heaven appears when such a "thing" is in tune. I can't get enough of it.

[@godfreymccammon4531]

I agree 100%.

[@godfreymccammon4531]

I agree with you 100%.

[@mikesoule1352]

You make one dulcimer sound like a whole string band. I've never heard anyone play chords so smoothly as yours. Thank-you. 🎶🎵🎶

[@JoshuaMessick]

Wow!! Thank you!!

[@Ellisa21]

I love this instrument. To me it sounds like a piano and harp becoming one.

[@diannechenault7502]

I am a new hammered dulcimer player. Joshua has become my friend and mentor. He is a phenomenal musician and a wonderful person as well!

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thanks so much, Dianne! I very much appreciate you.

[@pameladowe2492]

There cannot be enough of this music - I wish you well on your journey!

[@betstarkland2097]

Oh wow! I’ve never seen a dulcimer in the wild!! I had no idea they grow in fields! 😂😂 Full disclosure, this music made me cry. This was the first time I ever heard a dulcimer - in this video. Because of this video, I am now shopping for dulcimers, and going to take lessons. Thank you for introducing me to this enchanting sound!

[@JoshuaMessick]

Wow, that’s incredible! I’m so glad the music resonated with you and inspired you to take up the hammered dulcimer. Wishing you countless blessings and joy as you embark on this exciting new journey!

[@betstarkland2097]

@ Thank you!!! I absolutely can’t wait!! What’s YOUR opinion a good brand to buy for a beginner to intermediate? What about advanced? I keep reading about Songbird…

[@royconnolly2767]

Yes I've been lucky to find one too best time is late may you need two people to pick one though

[@meraxcess]

Heaven can be heared through this instrument

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thank you for watching! I’m so glad you enjoyed it.

[@Heimrik01]

@@JoshuaMessick Moi aussi j'aime ! ;-)

[@cheryldanley8967]

Amen!

[@alyxonline]

You know music is beautiful when it makes you cry

[@JoshuaMessick]

Wow, thanks so much!

[@dwntwnjuliet17]

The hammered dulcimer makes beautiful and magical music. I've always loved it. You play it so capably. I enjoy these posts featuring the Hammered Dulcimer. TY

[@JoshuaMessick]

Wow, thanks so much!! Please stay in touch!

[@williammurphy5303]

Ahhhhh, you just evoked what it sounds like in the Medieval Ages! Thank you so much!

[@JoshuaMessick]

Glad you enjoyed it, William! Thank you.

[@robertphillips6296]

Thank You for posting.

[@janebishop5885]

I'll bet all the creatures in those woods and birds flying overhead loved that as much as I did. Lovely, thank you maestro.

[@CammedFox]

The hammered dulcimer is such a heavenly instrument. I love when notes sustain and create a tapestry of sound. I try to incorporate that theme into my guitar playing. Thank you for sharing your talent with us

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thank you! :)

[@fanaticat1]

What a lovely version of the song! I thought it was so relaxing and beautiful!

[@JoshuaMessick]

I'm so glad you enjoyed it!

[@monique4567]

What a dreamy video, a handsome man playing an angelic instrument in the forest. Very enchanting

[@JR-yy1iv]

Well said! 😊

[@quodlibetful]

Your music hits my heart and my soul. Thank you

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thank you!!

[@nancyjohnston1338]

You know, Josh, I'm so happy that you chose music. Right now, especially, our world needs more beauty and less strife. Maybe everyone should take a listen to your music:)

[@JoshuaMessick]

Wow, Nancy!! Thank you :) It is so good to hear from you again. I always loved hearing you play music in church. Hope you’re doing well.

[@jisrelbarlisorivera7813]

In my young age that's the reason why I'm here now! Listening with this ❤️

[@analuizadelpino]

The forest beings told me to thank you for this beautiful melody! ✨🧚🧚‍♂️

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thanks for watching!

[@stevestruthers6180]

The first time I ever heard 'Scarborough Fair' was in the early Fall of 1974, when I was a kid, and listening to one of my parents' Simon & Garfunkel tapes. I found myself absolutely captivated by their version of the song, and have loved it ever since. Hard to believe that happened 50 years ago this year. Where did the time go? It's also amazing to see how the original form of this song still endures and remains popular even though it first came out sometime in the 14th century in England. This version is a deep, rich and beautiful cover of the same song that gives nothing away to the original. Two thumbs up!

[@JoshuaMessick]

Hey Steve, thanks a bunch for sharing that experience with me! Music has this fantastic way of taking us places and returning incredible memories. Your attentive listening and thoughtful comments mean a lot to me. Let's stay in touch. Feel free to reach out to me at JoshuaMessick.com.

[@GillyMaid100]

and all the woodland creatures and fairies are watching and dancing from the edge of the forest treeline. this fairy absolutely loves this !! thank you xxx🧚🏻‍♀

[@ellieoneill9831]

Absolutely the best, most intricate and peaceful rendition of Scarborough Fair I've heard. Thank you so much!

[@JoshuaMessick]

Wow!! Thank you! :)

[@Heimrik01]

Je partage ce point de vue ;-)

[@lesliechristie3592]

That was enchanted. That was heavenly. I just closed my eyes and drifted away.

[@jlolson53]

I imagine woodland animals slapping paws, and antlers - and giving toothy grins - after witnessing this masterpiece. Great arrangement and PERFORMANCE.

[@nrjohns50]

Can’t believe he plucks with one hand and hammers withe other! What a beautiful rendition!

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thank you very much!

[@TalonSei]

I don’t know how I got here… but this is amazing 🙌🏻

[@JoshuaMessick]

Very glad you found my channel, and it's great to hear you enjoy it! Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@falthramheraldofcalamity3051]

This is so good I wish I could like this twice! You’re amazing :D

[@JoshuaMessick]

Wow, thanks!!!

[@IanOcampoPodRider2016]

beautiful

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thank you! 😊

[@barbarianatgate2000]

What a great rendition! This is one of my all time favorite songs, and I was only able to ever convince 2 bands to do it. But never anywhere close to this. I love the tonal transition between plucking and striking. This is simply lovely. Well done, Sir (yet again!)

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thank you, Derek! I very much appreciate your thoughtful and articulate feedback and musical observations. Please continue to stay in touch!

[@pshepard]

Просто потрясающе! Так нежно, так красиво, аж до слез) Очень люблю эту песню❤

[@irishbear8383]

Free Assocation: I started watching a clip from a TV show on youtube, then looked up an obscure song, found out about an obscure genre, then about an instrument used in that genre, then found you. Now I have a favorite Dulcimer artist, and I love the internet

[@JoshuaMessick]

Haha, that is awesome! Thanks for listening.

[@ocashflo]

More JSTU sent me!! Soothing!!!

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thank you!! :) And thank you MoreJSTU.

[@jpting_]

I got here from researching kazoos, which brought me to eunuch flutes, which then brought me to the dulcimer, and now hammered dulcimer. And now beautiful music from a fellow Josh! I’ve gotten lucky today

[@JoshuaMessick]

So awesome to hear! I am grateful you discovered my music. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@godfreymccammon4531]

I may be a bit weird in saying this, but you Mr. Messick have taken a beautiful song and made it sound even more beautiful.....holy moly, how neat!

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thanks so much! Very glad you enjoyed it.

[@VOMWMusic]

I just discovered your channel. From one mountain-dwelling healing minstrel to another, thank you Joshua for creating such beautiful music to bring peace to so many whose hearts are fainting from fear and anxiety. Be blessed!

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thank you so much, Melissa! :) I appreciate the comment and keep up the great work with your music.

[@aiaasgard8788]

Beauuutiful.

[@paulagarrett3758]

Just WOW! The setting is so beautiful! This is hands down my favorite arrangement of this old tune. Thanks for sharing, Joshua. I hope your family is doing well.

[@JoshuaMessick]

So good to hear from you again! Thank you for watching and commenting :) I’m very encouraged to hear how much you enjoy this. We are doing very well - thank you for asking.

[@stevedickson4744]

Great Grandma lived thru the Victor fire back in the day... This is the oldest song that the most people know according to the interwebs.

[@FpvZloymalyaR]

Волшебный звук, браво!!!

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thank you 🙏🏻

[@rebekahfarnsworth5586]

Wow! Bravo! I can play piano easy (my mom started teaching me when I was 3, so it is a second language to me) but the HD is eluding me at every turn. It is a tricky instrument. You have more talent in your pinky fingers than I could ever hope to have on the HD. Please keep producing such beautiful videos so I can at least hear it as it is intended. Wonderful work!

[@JoshuaMessick]

Awww, thanks so much . I am so glad you enjoy my music and the hammered dulcimer. I wish you all the best with your hammered dulcimer journey.

[@nrjohns50]

I am the same way. I play about six instruments - none of them really well. But even though I play HD for weddings and banquets I am on the negative range compared to masters like Josh! And he plays with such feeling and beauty - and makes it look easy! So glad Colorado is the recipient of such talent. I love to see Josh play in the varied scenic areas

[@ABWEndon]

That was a truly masterful performance Joshua. It lifted my spirits and made me feel happy and relaxed.

[@JoshuaMessick]

As always, I appreciate it ABW. So glad you enjoyed it!

[@gracesmvcreations]

Wow! This is an amazing setup! I’m a keyboardist and came upon you while searching for a sound to replace the guzheng. It just blows my mind to hear an Eastern voices instrument playing a popular Western pop piece. Needless to say it’s just as enchanting for a Western keyboard to play a traditional Eastern piece. Isn’t the music world full of delightful surprises?! 😃🥰

[@JoshuaMessick]

So glad you enjoyed it, Grace! Keep up the great work with your music.

[@blackforest_fairy]

the Instrument is actually from the alpin region central europe and the song is from great britain . there is nothing eastern aboutvthe song nor the intrument.

[@heavymetalmountainman4924]

WOW!!! Between the music and the scenery, this is a treasure. Wonderful beyond words.

[@JackHubert05]

Hits me right in the heart and soul. Absolutely beautiful.

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thank you so much! I'm truly grateful that the music resonates with you on such a deep level.

[@farzinkeshavarz7171]

What a perfect performance👌🌻

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thank you!!

[@Kevin-gc4ri]

Angelic does not come close to how beautiful this is.

[@JoshuaMessick]

Aww, thanks so much Kevin.

[@jessicaholmlund]

This is absolutely beautiful. Respect to you and your wonderful musical talent 🎶🎵❤

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thank you so much! Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment.

[@mistyriennett5902]

This is beautiful. Great job.

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thank you so much!

[@ScottRandolph-dd7dr]

🎉 salutations from coastal Mississippi. Beautiful music. Wonderful setting. Feels like I am at a Scarborough Fair😂

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thank you!

[@redefv]

More JSTU squad!!!! Mad respect, friend.

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thanks a bunch! :)

[@chrissenak7655]

Beautiful! This is one of my favorite songs. I wish I could play my HD that well.

[@vaughnkopacz2196]

the sound this instrument produces makes me relaxed

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thank you!

[@vaughnkopacz2196]

@@JoshuaMessick -no i thank you for playing this!

[@K.Lovelace1968]

Simply put... Beautiful - Thank you for posting..

[@JoshuaMessick]

My pleasure!

[@DianeDfictionfan]

Truly lovely! 👏👏👏👏👏

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@peggentle6882]

Being able to play music and share it with others is a grand gift! And you have been grandly gifted! This presentation is perfection! "Scarborough Fair" has always been a favorite. Your arrangement is splendid! Beautiful scenery. And whoever does the filming does an outstanding job!

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thanks a million, Peg! It sure was a true joy to create :? I actually filmed this, with some valuable assistance from my friends Randy and Brent.

[@BrentGreenDenver]

@@JoshuaMessick You also edited and post-produced your video in about four hours during the Monday morning following our Sunday recording session. Your command of video technology is remarkable.

[@Michael65429]

Just gonna set this to replay again... Beautiful rendition of a classic, well done! 👏

[@JoshuaMessick]

Wow, thank you!

[@danaj4778]

This instrument has the ability to make me cry from its sheer beauty.....then theres you who really brings out the most in its creativity.

[@AlohaGamester]

I imagine camping off somewhere in the woods and hearing this man playing the dulcimer hammer. I'd no doubt be thinking it's the spirits of the forest trying to lure me deeper in.

[@Odog.]

More Jstu told me to watch the vids so here I am. Your instrument makes a beautiful sound, I'll be listening to you a lot more often!

[@G4J]

im here from them too

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thanks so much!!! It was awesome to compose a piece and make a cameo with More JSTU. Those guys are hilarious and also super nice and genuine in real life. Thanks for the comment. Very glad you enjoy my music.

[@euclidesvasquez2146]

The first time that I listen this instrument was in a YANNI concert. Is very sweet and I liked so much. Greetings from Panama

[@JoshuaMessick]

So awesome!! Very glad you enjoy it. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@kyufrohman8594]

I am grateful for your reply. First time I fell in love your HD performance " O Holy Night", it was so Holy and gorgeous. I am thinking you were born for HD :) Thank you so much.

[@JoshuaMessick]

I very much appreciate this warm encouragement. I hope it works out to meet you at a concert sometime soon.

[@kyufrohman8594]

@@JoshuaMessick It would be a great honor.

[@petersvan7880]

Wow, what a fantastic version of this timeless classic! So happy to have found Joshua's channel on YT :)

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thank you!!

[@jademusic1211]

I've never heard (or realized I heard) this instrument before. I mean, I've heard of a dulcimer, but I thought it sounded different than it does. This is so beautiful.🥰 I've always wanted to be a musician (I have a Stratocaster guitar), and I've always liked the flute, and this is something different. I could see myself learning this one day.🥰 It must be a bitch to carry, though.😂 Beautiful arrangement.🥰 Thank you so much for sharing.🤗❤️

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thanks for watching, Jade! Glad you enjoyed the music.

[@snowwonder9814]

I love Scarborough Fair. Hearing it on a hammered dulcimer is such a treat! I was so excited when I saw this video and my excitement was justified :)

[@JoshuaMessick]

Wow, that’s great to hear! :) I am very happy to hear you enjoyed it.

[@ruthpittard]

I have listened to dulcimer music since I was born and you are the BEST! I am in Black Mountain because I heard you playing on the street and you talked to me. AND you provided the sound track to my granddaughter's wedding, one of the happiest days of my life! Thank you for all the beauty that flows through your soul and fingers to us. The first live concert I heard at the White Horse, you spoke openly about LOVE and that beauty settled in my heart. You live here still......

[@JoshuaMessick]

Wow 🤩! Thank you so much for this comment, Ruth. I appreciate you listening to my music and staying in touch after all of these years. It’s an honor to have your ears and heart be part of my music. Also, it’s so great that my music was played at your granddaughter’s wedding. I hope to see you in Black Mountain soon. I’ll play at White Horse the day after Thanksgiving.

[@TravisInCanada1]

My grandfather used to make and sell this instrument about 50 years ago, the hammers were a solid 1 piece with index finger rings though. Very cool to see this instrument again.

[@JoshuaMessick]

So cool! Thanks for sharing this.

[@madisontaylormusic]

Beautiful. Thank you. 🙏🏻

[@MeigetsuNoSeishin]

Loved this so much I found it on Spotify and added it to my playlist. Beautiful song played on a beautiful instrument. Very Well Done!

[@JoshuaMessick]

Wow, thank you! 🙏🏻

[@zum_Wohle_Aller]

I love the variety of beautiful sounds in this wonderful melody.. it warms my heart, thank you so much, beautiful soul - be blessed always! 🙏💖

[@JoshuaMessick]

Many thanks!

[@thomasgargano8813]

So beautiful…. This music brings peace and tranquility. Beautifully played. This music brings peace and Harmony. Keep playing,so the whole world can hear it too. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸👏👏👏👏🍺🍺🍺🍻🍻👍👍👍👍

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thanks so much, Thomas!!

[@JonathanRoberts07]

Here from Jstu! Quite a talent!

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thanks!!

[@Retriever-nk8nl]

Pure beauty and pure sound under two sticks, that equal 20 fingers. So awesome ..,

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thank you!

[@janet91973gm]

Oh! HOW BEAUTIFUL! ❤😂

[@Hibiscuscalyxes]

Your out camping in the woods, suddenly, in the faint distance, you hear this. I'd be freaking out!

[@LovelyHorizons]

Woooow, I'm so thrilled to have discovered this, I've always loved the hammered dulcimer but didn't realise that music with it is so readily available on KZbin! Sublimely played!!

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thank you. I am delighted you enjoy it. Please stay in touch!

[@LovelyHorizons]

@@JoshuaMessick Aw thanks I shall!

[@msmaj4895]

Mesmerizing to watch and hear...

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thank you!!

[@jasminnemcdonald94A]

Wow! That's so magical! It almost feels like there are fairies dancing.

[@JoshuaMessick]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you!

[@henryfurgason8626]

wow that looks hard to do.You are really good at that!

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@_spacegoat_]

That's the most fluid I've ever heard this song played on a dulcimer or anything else.

[@JoshuaMessick]

Wow, thanks spacegoat!

[@ThisReactiverse]

Those beautiful yellow aspen~ 💛

[@JoshuaMessick]

They were magnificent! Thanks for watching.

[@peggygeiger3628]

Hauntingly beautiful, thank you.

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thank you, Peggy!

[@karenmathews575]

This made my chest swell and my eyes water. Beautiful.

[@jerrymachusak3216]

There's a place in heaven for you, Joshua . . .

[@JoshuaMessick]

I'm glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching.

[@sumi-13]

I came after reading Samuel Taylor Coleridge' eternal poem Kubla Khan.... The music of dulcimer is really pleasent... Love from 🇮🇳Indian

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thank you!

[@dmswan3172]

Etherial and magical!💞💞💞

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thank you!

[@clementjohnson2666]

​​​@@JoshuaMessickHello Mr . MESSICK . I truly enjoyed your rendition of Scarborough Fair . I would like to suggest that you try your hand at another easy listening classic , the song I'm speaking about is : Love is Blue by ..... Paul Mauriat . I'm confident that you will do the song justice . Once you get thru putting your own spin on this song, it will be heaven to listen to . It really is a beautiful song . Looking forward to hearing your rendition of it soon 😊 .

[@bacharles1]

Your music matches the scenery perfectly, which is my way of saying you play beautifully!

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@brians132]

A stunning performance 👏 Well played Sir!

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thank you 🙏🏻

[@dariusketchup4781]

As you play, your having a positive affect on the nature around you, as plants are affected by sound. This is one of my favorites! God bless you, Josh! 👍

[@JoshuaMessick]

As always, thank you D-ketch! :)

[@spacemissing]

Another winner, Joshua! Beautiful scenery in which to set a beautiful melody.

[@JoshuaMessick]

Howdy David! So good to hear from you again. Very glad you enjoyed it! It was so fun to record and film this.

[@lisajoy9588]

Oh my goodness this is so beautiful! I’m going to be listening to this over and over!

[@JoshuaMessick]

Wow, thank you!

[@crystalheart9]

Wow, beautiful, it just takes me away!

[@jimjasper9851]

Beautiful, peaceful, lovely. Thank you for these three minutes of peace. Jim🦘🇦🇺

[@JoshuaMessick]

Wow, thanks Jim!

[@JACKYJ37]

you give us with this instrument a lovely version of this song

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thank you! :)

[@Zi9makin9]

im here from the JStuStudios video, your playing is amazing!

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thanks so much!! :)

[@juanitar.miller5210]

Very beautifully reminiscent of a harpsichord, historically echoing the almost ancient tune and verse of this song. What a lovely arrangement and superb choice match of song and instrument!

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thanks so much!! Please stay connected.

[@pavelanikaev2993]

Very best!👍🎄💥❗

[@crystalclearwindowcleaning3458]

Absolutely beautiful. Highly skilled performance. Thank you!

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thank you!

[@danwatkins2677]

Here from morejstu! Great music!!

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thanks for listening :-)

[@carolinevanwinkle3755]

Just beautiful. First time I’ve heard hammered dulcimer played by itself. Bravisimo

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thanks!!

[@rongreen4231]

Makes cold chills run up my spine

[@JoshuaMessick]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@cssml16]

My God, I love the sounds this instrument makes! Thank you for the video.

[@JoshuaMessick]

Glad you like it!

[@tedraortega]

I was just transported to another time and place. Amazing music.

[@JoshuaMessick]

Thank you! :)