Carolan's Dream - played on celtic harp

[@mandarinlearner]

I'd learned that this was written by William Connelan and upon hearing this Carolan exclaimed" that's so beautiful I"m surprised it wasn't written by me"

[@MarkHarmer]

I think that’s right - I’ve always heard it said that it’s the one piece Carolan wishes he had written.

[@brazendesigns]

A decade later and I'm still coming back to this video to listen to your beautiful rendition. Thanks for sharing your music.

[@MarkHarmer]

Thank you! Actually I was also partially deaf when I played this - I had an operation eventually to replace the bones in my ear. But the harp is great because you sort of surround it, and the vibrations are wonderful. When you put the harp on a suspended wood floor, you can feel the music vibrating through your feet.

[@paulabhagyam]

Interesting! And so true about the vibrations!

[@aggieb4472]

I hope you are better. This music is beautiful and listening to it makes me feel like borders between Realms don't exist anymore. I am Polish but I have heard O'carolan music in 2001 for first time. Science this he has became my favorite composer.Thank you for this beautiful post.

[@tasidassightontheworld2229]

I am deaf, and i use Cochlear Implants in both ears. This music is beautiful.

[@chalky6689]

Agnieszka B I love how you say the Realms' borders don't exist when listening to this. I absolutely feel the borders between past, present and future melt away. I think Carolan wrote in the 16th or 17th century and his music transcends time.

[@chevyfinn]

Otosclerosis?

[@mocarroll9398]

O'Carolan still going strong. He lived at my ancestors place, Charles O 'Connor, in Belanagare castle for a long time, O'Connor Roe, near Roscommon. I played these tunes as a school child 50 years ago in the school band, heard them still played recently by the same school band on a visit home. Not much known outside the area. Strange to see a million views on the web. Three hundred years ago. Even though the castle is a ruin, some things still survive that were in use then and now as heirlooms. Quality is timeless and never dies. Being handicapped is not always a disability.

[@markbick5419]

My 3 year old son found an Irish coin with a harp on it. I wanted to show him what a Irish harp was and this was the first thing that came up - from someone I know just 30 miles from where we live. i was even able to tell him that you had played your harp in the baby unit where he was born! Thanks Mark, beautiful!

[@jenniferhill6523]

I live w a number of health problems, esp chronic, debilitating pain. Thank you for lifting my spirit away from the things of this world.

[@MarkHarmer]

Thank you Jennifer. If it's any consolation, Carolan himself suffered from Smallpox and its attendant blindness, and more self-inflicted, through drink. Still I think it's amazing to have this legacy of music to make us feel so elevated.

[@mjw12345]

What a lovely post! Hope things are getting better for you - every day, some little progress in managing pain.

[@stellacitera5877]

What you wrote is touching, Jennifer... may God bless you.

[@StephenMain]

Hope things are better for you, Jennifer

[@chriscrilly8807]

You touched a nerve, as it were, amongst those of us who have experienced chronic pain. As a player, I have often had the experience of playing music (and listening too) and suddenly realising that my mind was taken off the pain in a dramatic way. Endorphins love a good tune too I suppose! Thank you for writing to us all.

[@erika7674]

What a lovely thing, the harp being played before people went to bed. Sweet dreams ...

[@michellereh568]

Beautiful!!!! Love Irish music and when we go to Ireland I want to hear lots of it!!!!

[@melissafulton-rennie4867]

I remember playing this on clarsach in primary school. I’m 44 now and am hoping to buy a new clarsach from Starfish here in the Scottish highlands - their instruments are beautiful. I love this tune, really pretty and played beautifully here 👍🏻❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@christinelong518]

From time to time I come back to this video and listen over and over. Beautiful work! Thank you for sharing it with us.

[@esoterium]

That was one of the most beautiful pieces I've ever heard! I really love that spirit only Celtic harps give.

[@sharonannc.3079]

What’s not to LOVE…. Love it… my old soul always leads me to this type of music.. Especially the history.. Thank you 😊 for sharing.. 🎵🎶🎶♥️

[@MarkHarmer]

Thank you so much for that lovely comment!

[@MrArielknight]

...And she is buying a starway to heaven ...

[@RalphTGP]

I think they did actually admit "stealing" when called out by Irish harpists.

[@jessyymoi]

Finally i found it !!!!! So happy !! Great job !!!! 🌍🐾🌈🎵🎼

[@lanlin8267]

A beautiful arrangement, I think one of the most magical things about it is that it's survived for centuries and now it's on YT.

[@zepher234]

Very Beautiful! This cured my "artist's block" for my art class! I drew an elven bard playing the harp near a stream and painted it in watercolor. I got 12 As (Senior Portfolio project) thanks to you! THANK YOU VERY MUCH!!!

I'd like to see this painting:)

[@eveeludbrook]

So beautiful and calm. Definitely a piece to play before bedtime! Wish I'd had a musical box with this tune on as a kid! In fact... maybe we do...

[@drewby613]

Wow, this gorgeous playing. Such a complex arrangement. My hat's off 100%!

[@Guilmant512]

Wonderful!!!! BRAVO!!!! Fantastic Instrument!!

[@nancyshanley4926]

Just sublime. Heavenly. Thank you 🎶🎶🎶

[@herlaqueen]

I came across this video almost by chance and I'm happy it happened, this arrangement is extremely soothing and I love it! Thank you for sharing it!

[@Polderjongen]

It's amazing how music could describe one culture as well as this one

[@jenniferhill6523]

What's w the negative thumbs? How could someone not love the song & the harper? If they don't like harp, why listen?It's beautifully played & the harp reaches out to the Heart!

[@elbergalarga4711]

Todos los plagiadores de está obra pusieron pulgar abajo.

[@Kashelle357]

My friend Mara loves to play this during harp class. It brings such happiness to my day. I love Celtic music.

[@StephenMain]

I've listened to this many times. Just gorgeous playing.

[@bluemoondiadochi]

Its not until i heard playing by some other people that i understood that you have the gift, heart and soul that taps into the harp's full potential. and the result is the most beautiful music known to human beings. I'm glad I found you!

[@MarkHarmer]

bluemoondiadochi Thank you so much - that’s made my day!

[@bluemoondiadochi]

@@MarkHarmer I'm glad if I could make it at least a bit, as you have made my day - repeatedly. Keep up the awesome work mr. Harmer!

[@OzMaHmkar]

Excellent there Mark! I've not listened to this song in a while, and soon it's time to go to bed, and this really rubs the spot. Thank you VERY much for sharing this with us, and sharing all the details, also. All the best to you!

[@integrityforce59]

This music is heavenly. I will be purchasing your CD (evean at the current exchange rate) soon. I can't think of anything more relaxing that listening to the harp...I've enjoyed it since I was a child, many moons ago. Thank you so much for sharing your God given talent with the world. Great to listen to before bed...I see why it was played late at night.

[@shadyfanatiq]

I still go back to this after a year or so. This is absolutely beautiful. Thanks for doing this!

[@pavledin]

takes you to another place and time, and that itself is priceless... i absolutely love it

[@midnightexplorerpro]

I can't get enough of this song... It reminds me of one of those music boxes that you open up and a beatiful song plays. =] Thank you

[@KAEarch]

Very nice performance and thanks for sharing this beautiful song!

[@kizabes]

I listened to this whilst in bed with an aching back and a hot water bottle. What a perfect combination, this music is so soothing, what a relief this brings. Thank You!

[@ttillerman2]

I brought your music to Bali on my Iphone. My Balinese girlfriend loves the music but had never seen a harp, hence I went onto You Tube and she now knows what a harp and harpist looks like! Most mornings we sit on our porch for a breakfast coffee and your music. It's a great way to start the day in paradise! Thank you Mark.

[@franciscovanleeuwen4446]

this music is absolutely beautiful, I just made my baby daughter fall asleep with it :)))

[@MarkHarmer]

Lovely!! I used these pieces and ones of my own in hospital, to make babies sleep and to calm them during operations. It's amazing what music does!

[@troubleclef]

superb. professional playing and video production. favorited, rated 5stars and waiting for more... cheers.

[@progressivelife]

it's amayzing i'm speachless completely worth 5 stars,and with a nice story too. looking foreword to listen to more of your music

[@TheTourmaline57]

brings such comfort and soothes the soul... and rest to the weary mind...what solace.My gratitude.)O(

[@Ticlano]

@MarkHarmer It'll be an honor to hear it Mark! Thank you for keep O'Carolan's amazing songs (and so forgotten) alive!

[@songsofstory6088]

I love the expression and rubato you've put into this piece. Very beautiful.

[@billegeto]

i mostly appreciate the effort you've made to come as close as possible to the presumed original sound of Carolan. but the performance in itself is wonderful! thanks!

[@psychochick017]

That is wonderful. I never knew A harp could sound so beautiful. I love it.

[@53sabinus]

very beautifull. thank you to the player and to o'carolan.

[@LilyoftheShadow]

I saw this video some time ago, and I loved it then. Recently, I've tried picking my harp back up, and have had some trouble, but watching this again has inspired me. It's such a beautiful arrangement, thank you for sharing it with all of us.

[@nephelais]

Bravo! ***** - è assai suggestivo. Delicato. Tenero. Grazie di cuore, Silio, era davvero ciò che ci voleva.

[@adriennealvarenga6241]

Very beautiful music! Superb! ❤️👏

[@adriennedunne1748]

That's so beautiful and you've played it so well. I've subscribed to your channel. It's one of the biggest regrets of my life that i didn't have the opportunity to learn how to play harp. It's still my favourite instrument. Thank you for that.

[@MarkHarmer]

That’s really nice of you to say - thank you so much! Honestly, though, you could start at any point. I have had people start in their 60s and 70s and be very successful. In fact, in some way, the later you leave it, the more you are likely to learn for the right reasons - because it’s something you want to do. Anyway I hope that encourages you.

[@adriennedunne1748]

@@MarkHarmer thank you. I actually learnt guitar but I couldn't get harp lessons even though I had a small celtic harp. This was years ago. I was told I needed to play piano before one school waould consider taking me on. I should probably stick to one instrument to be reasonably good at this point in my life. I'm prone to spreading myself too thinly but I appreciate the advice. And I get inspired by you.

[@LibertangoVieenrose]

Mark, I would have given 10********** - if I only could ! Not getting tired to listen your fabulous playing.

[@Narmoriel42]

You have beautiful dynamic control, and such a variety of colors in this music! *Is in love with Celtic harp music now*

[@GypsyWagonTV]

This is very beautiful, Mark. And thank you for all the background information! just a great video!

[@troubleclef]

such a beautiful arrangement. I love the first repeat (roughly 1:20 to 2:30) where the melody goes into the lower register. The accompaniment is high up and barely perceptible; sometimes it sounds like an echo of the melody offset from the main melody, sometimes a harmony. It's just brilliant. the whole thing.

[@dianemwalsh]

We had this music at our Mum's funeral- beautiful xx

[@WilliamSaadGuitar]

Beautiful. Thank you for sharing!

[@MarkHarmer]

Hi! You are very welcome.

[@lovesings2us]

Thank you for the amazing and beautiful music! It calms me down wonderfully and makes me feel grounded in the presences of Celtic forebears. The music brings the refreshment of Summerland, the old Celtic idea of the resting place of souls.

Merci c'est sublime et inspirant pour imaginer de nouvelles illustrations.

[@mingmorgan]

from..çeltibèrik barcelona...thank you very much & congratulations Sir Harmer.

[@WhiteWave3]

This is simply amazing ... sublime I can not express the beauty and talent you have shown. I love this piece. Fantastic Thank you and well done

[@cmndo]

Thanks for uploading this, it's beautiful, you have a great talent, God bless.

[@OldLadyTrucker]

one of my favorite Turlough O'Carolan melodys

[@elauadeinsf]

i used to hear this on the Blasket island back in 1999. We had a friend who brought over a harp for a month and she played this often by the fireside in the old house. This is a beautiful rendition.

[@MarkHarmer]

What a lovely comment - that sounds very evocative. Blanket Island looks to be a wonderful place. Whenever I see a place like that, I always imagine playing there!

[@queenymax]

This is absolutely my favorite composition for the Celtic Harp. It's simply beautiful.

[@KamiNoSabaki]

just...wow. The songs has a very nice rythm an is indeed very soft and calm...100/5 stars^^

[@tubeur000]

bravo! thanks very much indeed for inspiring me; brilliant aesthetics and very nice footage as well and such serenity and control that u have. bravo!

[@supergavi1620]

Your mastery of the soul and emotions evoked by this instrument is truly magnificent. Bravo.

[@Johannanowlenn]

What beautiful music! As I'm partially deaf, I can still hear the music and love the way the vibrations (yes, they are there in the video) blend with the harmonic tones. I'll be listening to this video more often; it's so soothing and perfect for meditation.

[@midnightexplorerpro]

It's such a blessing to have this on here. It really is. When I originally found this last year I was bad situations and stresses. This took my mind off all of it and I just focused on what is taking place now. And now tonight, I'm back again and it still settles me. Thank you.

[@hobostubs]

hi i play blues harp (harmonica) and on a search i seen celtic harp i thought i would listen,thats a beatiful instrument to play and you play it so nice,I havent really heard true harp music ,i thank you for enlighting my mind i will be listening to more beatiful music made with the new instrument ive come to enjoy

[@harponercam]

Nice tune, nicely played. Keep it coming!

[@joojiepoo]

This has to be one of the most beautiful tunes I have ever heard. I really love Celtic music and combine it with the harp - my God. I could listen to it all day. The story of this song is also really pretty. Thank you for making my day! This is the nicest tune :]

[@whoisjohnwick]

This is just beautiful, in the essence of the word.

[@sofiaglade]

That reminded me of my peaceful memories and my good times. Wow that was an amazing song, thanks.

[@bubbythebear6891]

The song is very nice. Good for the soul.

[@mistydawn302]

I'm not sure if that was more fun to watch or listen to! It's fascinating to watch someone play something with so many strings to keep track of - and produce such wonderful music. This song would bring you good dreams.

[@LightLord1870]

I haven't listened to much harp music, but I must say you play wonderfully and the song is beautifully done. I love it. Keep it up.

[@paulsweeney2215]

A beautiful O'Carolan tune, excellently played.

[@Donegaldan]

Turlough O'Carolyn's music is mystical. A beautiful rendition, showing great skill. Thank You.

[@ethickca]

i love ths song it fills my head with Visions peaceful waters it makes my feal at peace thank you for the girt of song

[@marloes112]

Playing this over and over for about 2 years now...still love it! it is so pure! I would love something like a dvd of your clips! Love from holland!

[@cbmostpatient]

I like to listen to you play right before i go to sleep. Your playing helps me to reflect peacefully on the day's events. I teach middle school (12-14 yr olds) so peace at the end of the day is very precious! I first wandered into the music of Carolan some 25 yrs ago when I bought a CD "Music in the Great Hall." You do him proud.

[@Dancinglemon]

its beautifully played well done, shows emotions and understanding something thats hard to do with some music. My friend would love this, i'm gonna show it to her.

[@parrhasius]

First time I have ever heard this ,,,,,,,,,,,and got addicted , well done!

[@gatepromise]

Just beautiful, your music speaks to me.

[@harpandpianomusic]

Wow!! Very nice arrangement. I'm a harpist and typed in "harp" in the search box and yours was the second video that came up on the list.

[@KumariDurga]

That is absolutely stunning... Please, please post more..

[@SerenitynPeace]

Absolutely magnificent! How I love the sound of the harp! Most soothing and serene! Wonderful playing!

[@jcozatt]

Ethereal,haunting,beautiful! Post more!! Post more!!

[@KeshoRyu]

I love the shots of the shadows. I don't even know why. This is a beautiful song, I've always wanted to learn the harp.

[@J_Rossi]

WOW! Pieces like that are what makes me remeber why I fell in love with the music of Ireland years ago and have been in love with it ever since. Such ethereal and mystical beauty, terrifically played. Well done! :)

[@bubbythebear6891]

Tis quite the tune!

[@phoism]

you don`t need the advertisments ! your music is for itself unique !

[@GemmaBalaam]

You have a beautiful light way of playing. Wonderful.

[@marylebus]

Wonderful, sensitive interpretation. I LIIIIKE it! THank you

[@lb2007th]

Beautiful. Humble. And great.

[@DarkDragonGirlY]

absolutly delightful to listen to~

[@hlobna20]

blessed and peaceful..so beautiful

[@cbmostpatient]

Found this video late at night--appropros, eh? Listened and watched with tears streaming down my face. I have loved O'Carolan for years. The man knew what bittersweet existence really meant. Thanks so much. Keep posting.

[@Georg5555]

angelic sounds .. it touches your soul

[@beannaichte123]

~incredibly Beautiful! I am glad to become acquainted, with your music. I have been collecting Celtic Harp, for a number of years. I am featuring your music, on my blog, at present.~It is such an olde and wonderful music. I am so glad that you do it justice, in your interpretation of it. ~ Thank You! ~Beannaichte'

[@SuperBluehaze]

beautiful; calming; such beauty is beyond my skill with words; I cannot write poems that are any where near as hauntingly beautiful as the tune you have so skillfully played on this wonderful instrument.

[@cosmicheartcentre]

WOW...so beautiful and soothing! I love the sound of the harp.... I find it so healing and relaxing to listen to... no wonder it was played before sleeping as it is the perfect kind of music to end the day with. Excellent tune.

[@skatastolako]

added to favourites, great technique and tone of clarity! just great!

[@Intothehu]

Excellent rendition, very nice touch.