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Harpists Comments
“Congratulations to Telynau Teifi for bringing quality and precision back to the world of Celtic harps. I play the Gwennol Folk Harp every day at home and publicly, and it’s great to have a harp that’s equally beautiful to look at as well as having a “bite”. This is the warmest and loveliest sound I’ve ever heard from a small harp. Not only is it a pleasure to play, it’s also inspired me to start composing once again – many thanks!”
“Teifi Harps have a wonderful musical sound quality having a deep mellow & yet enchantingly magical effect. No more long waiting lists for beautifully finished hand crafted harps - Teifi Harps are producing these heartwarming instruments within 4 - 6 weeks and are a company who highly respect & look after their customers. These harps are alive and reflect the heart & soul of the performer; a sensitive & touching bond quickly develops and one just has to own a Teifi Harp...wow!!!”
“The first time I played a Teifi Harp I just said "Wow!" I'd never played a Celtic harp with such a huge, rich, true sound. They're outstanding instruments made with skill and dedication and it's wonderful to see Welsh-made harps taking the spotlight again. A fantastic harp company! Every harpist should try one!”
"Telynau Teifi lever harps have the biggest, richest possible sound! You have to hear one to understand what the difference is between their Eos model and a traditional lever harp. This is because Teifi Harps have a HUGE wide soundboard, long stringing and a high tension. "The instruments have great stability, good looks and really smooth and precise levers with rotating discs, not blades or hooks. These harps would not only be great for students at such competitive prices, but they would be especially suitable for anyone wishing to transfer onto a pedal harp or for those professionals who like a bigger, warmer sound."
"Usually I only play the triple harp, but winning the Eos Celtic harp has given me the opportunity to experiment with a different method of playing. The Telynau Teifi harp is a very special instrument, and not just because it’s made in Wales! The craftsmanship and production technology used by the company has truly resulted in a top quality harp. It creates a wonderful sound for an instrument of its size." Satisfied Customers"These harps produce a sound like no other that I have ever played. Chief harpmaker Allan Shiers is Green Man-esque in his instinctive understanding of trees and wood, and that every piece of every harp has been chosen for the quality of sound is obvious." Tamsin, jazz harpist and harp teacher based in Edinburgh. "The lower strings are unbelievably powerful (I play a lot of jazz, and the first thing that many people notice is the bass), yet the upper registers are so pure, and the harp so resonant that even a single melody line will carry through a large room." Tamsin, jazz harpist and harp teacher based in Edinburgh has SO much to say! "Just one more thing - all the staff are amazing. Simply lovely. Anything you want, be it strings in a hurry, or particular markings on the wood for your harp, and it is delivered with a smile!
I could go on, but that would be overdoing it" Tamsin, jazz harpist and harp teacher in Edinburgh contines.... "It's just over two years old and the sound is mellowing all the time. "Somebody's harp has a lovely bass sound" has frequently been a comment at workshops and in ensemble playing! I've found the team so friendly and great to deal with too." Christine in Cumbria, proud owner of a Cherry wood Gwennol harp. "There is a special atmosphere at Telynau Teifi Harps that you sense as soon as you walk into the workshops. They are a wonderful company that make beautiful handmade harps on the premises - you can watch parts of the process of making in the workshops." Helen in Hereford, fell in love with her Gwennol harp 3 years ago. "I felt that all the people who work at Telynau Teifi Harps love the harps and the company very much - you can feel that from when you are warmly welcomed at the front door. It is a genuine welcome too, everyone is so helpful & knowledgeable." Helen from Hereford enthuses about her Gwennol harp. "You have to experience the fabulous level of genuine care and customer service to believe it. The whole place has a happy feel and you can not only leave with one of the best sounding instruments I have ever heard but some new friends too!
" Susan in Swansea purchased an Eos for her daughter. "I am soon going to celebrate my 2 year anniversary with my harp, the time really does fly when you're having fun :) My harp is nylon strung and I play traditional irish music with it. It's got a loud, vibrant tone and sounds very unique." Grace in Ireland explains why her nylon strung Telynau Teifi Harp is so special. "The people who work in the Harp Centre are just so kind, understanding and genuine nice people, they are so helpful and friendly at all times and I'd just like so send a huge thank you for all your help over the past 2 years! " Grace in Ireland enthuses about her experience of The Harp Centre of Wales. "I am a harpist, singer, song writer and I play traditional Welsh music. I also write songs on the harp and have started experimenting with technology. The Eos records beautifully and I have had lots of positive feedback to its wonderful tone." Bethan Nia studied at the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama, and plays an Eos harp. "I love my Eos harp - its beautiful, rich tone and big sound make it a great instrument for so many different settings. Allan Shiers is a master harp maker and the Telynau Teifi Harps team are always very personable and helpful as a company. Diolch!" Singer, songwriter and harpsit Bethan Nia explains why she loves her Eos harp. "Telynau Teifi Harps are doing a marvellous job - making the harp more accessible to people in Wales and further afield and keeping the tradition of harp making going and the music of the harp flowing. Thank you for bringing the harp into my life. " Rhysian in Abertawe on her harp learning experience so far. "Just to say many thanks for two very challenging but inspiring afternoons on the harp. I was shocked at how difficult I found it but can see how it can be progressed…I hope to be able to arrange a few more sessions. Thanks for your patience!" Harp workshop for mature learners participant, Carmel says... "This is a wonderful instrument, very light and well balanced sound! The timbre is beautiful, comfortable levers. I play on Gwennol for several days, I love it! I very glad I order from Telynau Teifi Harps ! Individual attention and quality of harps!" Katya from Moscow, Russia. Proud owner of beautiful Ash Gwennol harp. "Thank you so much for everything....I absolutely love the harp. Its resonant tone is just wonderful. Please say thank you to all those involved in its production. P.S. Better get practising!" Mary in Norfolk, loves her Welsh made Eos harp "My new harp has just arrived and I am extremely happy about it. I would like to thank you for your work, the instruments you make are lovely and make the most lovely noise." Abigail, aged 10 mum purchased a Gwennol from the Edinburgh Harp Festival for her. "Thank you for the rapid response to my order of a 3rd Octave G string. The harp I have from you has changed my life and is my most treasured possession. Thanks a million Telynau Teifi Harps." Maria, Eos owner from North Wales "My name is Chiara, I'm 15 years old & I'm Italian. I've just started to play Celtic Harp and I'm trying to teach myself.
Your videos on YouTube have helped me very much, so thank you! Now I've finished your course and I can play Teifi Jingle very well!" Chiara in Italy, enjoys our online harp lessons. "This is fantastic and really helpful!
Thanks, I think you're great!
" YouTube comment from harpist in Italy "Thank you so much! This is really wonderful of you to do. I wish you the best! Amazing talent!!
Stuck inside in the winter Alaska, this is the perfect thing to start!
" YouTube - Harpist from Alaska "I enjoyed your skills..and harps thank you for taking the time to do this video." Harpist who followed Eleri's online You Tube lessons "Enjoyed the video a lot!
You showed me a lot about the harp.
Thank you. I hope some day to play!!
" A keen Harpist from the United States "What a wonderful set of videos!
I enjoy watching this just to get myself excited to practice my harp :)
" A jolly and enthusiastic Harpist from the United States "I'm considering lessons, I've been looking up videos. Eleri is by far the most effective I have seen. She has great examples and explanations. I like to have an idea of what to do before I take lessons, and this will give me such a good base." Comment from our harpist Eleri Turner's online lessons "Aww wow, you are really a fantastic teacher!!" Comment made by Tiffany from the United Kingdom on our website videos "Thank you for your posting; it is simple and yet very informative. Loved the explanation of holding a delicate bird in your hands.
Thanks again!
" Comment from a keen learner from Maui, Hawaii "I think this video is essential for everyone interested in playing the harp. After seening so many harp players with tensed/stiff and hook-like fingers, I'm so happy to see a good explanation on proper and a healthy technique. And it's fun to watch too!" Sono in Germany on our online videos by Eleri "Very nicely done. I particularly like the demo with the pen, etc. Lovely and really useful. Thank you!
" Mark from the United Kingdom from one of our website videos "Very informative and useful, thank you very much!
" Jai from the United States "That's a really good explanation, wish I'd had it before I started playing!
Look forward to seeing more of your videos.
" Meg - harpist in the United Kingdom "I'm thrilled to know about this video! It's a very clear explanation of good basic hand position - so important to master right from the start! My teacher studied with Marcel Grandjany and I feel sure she would also approve." Comment from an aspiring harp student who found our videos on YouTube "An incredibly lucid and, may I say, even mesmerizing explanation! Thanks!
" Shann, an aspiring composer who wanted to understand the harp better "That has to be the most beautiful hand position explaination I have come across yet." Mishka - Australia "I've been going through these lessons for the last few days and graduadly learnt them all. It's my first attempt to learn an instrument and I'm so pleased that I'm able to improve as I play. You've given me the courage to keep going and get better!" Nessa, learning the harp in the United Kingdom "Lovely lessons and very encouraging...!" Orcadian in Austria "Excellent starter lessons. So clear and simple, yet very very good habit forming with hand and finger positions. Best beginner harp lessons on the whole internet. Congratulations and thank you.
" Harp learner from United Kingdom "Thanks so much! It was great to be able to start playing songs even as a beginner - also, very relaxing.
" Enthusiastic harp learner - United States "Very nice and very smart teacher.
Thank you so much for the harp lessons.
" Rene - Mandaue City "You have such a beautiful voice and you are such a great teacher, please come to Colorado and teach me! :)
" Kirsty from the United States comment from one of our online videos "I love this lesson.
I put my laptop on my music stand and follow along as you go.
Thank you!!" Gracie from the United States "Diolch yn fawr Eleri - mor haws i ddiall!
Alister " Alister from Wales "I'm delighted to have found this. Such a pleasant teaching manner as well! Thanks so much." Meagan - keen to learn more on the harp. "Hello!
I just got my second-hand harp today, and I looked online for lessons and am very pleased with this one! I just learned this as my very first piece - thank you very much!
" Vincent from the Netherlands "Thank you very much for the simple and important lesson, wishing all harp teachers are like you!
" Comment made by Shirin from Bahrain on one of our online videos by Eleri Turner "It's great to see that on YouTube people who have a good technique appear as teachers. I am actually relieved after watching several videos for beginners to see yours.
" Comment made by Sono - United States "Wonderful! Thank you for adding your videos. Very very helpful. I really enjoyed the tuning video as well.
" Dorothy from England commented on one of our videos on YouTube "I'm delighted with my Gwennol Harp and am looking forward to learning it very much, it is such a beautiful instrument in both sound and appearance. Great to see the craft alive and well in the Welsh hills! It truly is a work of art & a very special gift." Denise in Ireland "I wanted to say that never having used gut strings before I am bowled over by the difference in sound and the ability to vary tone in the gut. The sound on this harp is amazing and I love playing it.
" Merlynna in Somerset "Many thanks for the harp trolley which arrived safely today.
It fits my harp perfectly and will make life so much easier when the two of us are " on the road"
Many thanks for your very friendly efficient service." Heather in Leeds "Thank you very much for my gorgeous harp - it is beautiful to look at and the sound is truly magnificent. Each time I play I am amazed at the tone qulaity and cathedral-like resonance." Fi, adult learner from Devon "I can still hardly believe this Eos is mine! It is a glorious harp and a joy to play - and it inspires me to improve." Fi from Devon, owner of an Eos harp. "Thank you for the warm welcome and the time you dedicated to me. It means very much to me to have seen the workshop and the people involved keeping the sound of Wales alive. I am proud to play your harp." James in Switzerland, owns and plays Eos harp "Thank you so much for the pleasure of owning such a work of art in beautiful wood and unsurpassed sound. Just one 'ping' on a string convinced me the Eos was the harp for me - many thanks." Rita in Scotland, purchaed Eos harp at the Edinburgh Harp Festival "I have a lot of fun with my Eos. It is not only very beautiful to look at; the sound is also absolutely amazing! Every time I start to play I am amazed of the beautiful, full and soft sound.
" Heidi - ordered an Eos from Telynau Teifi Harps to her home in Finland "I also want to thank you for your amazing customer service. There aren't many companies that take as good care of the customer as you. I will surely recommend you guys to all my friends who play the harp.
" Heidi from Finland "I am absolutely delighted with the Eos harp I purchased at the Edinburgh Harp Festival. It's got a great sound quality and has been greatly admired by everyone for both sound and looks - I look forward to many happy hours of music-making with it." Joan, harpist in West Yorkshire "These harps are such a work of art. Lovely craftsmanship! " Pat Daly - Senior All Ireland Harp Champion "Congratulations to all on the production of such beautiful instruments - they look and sound terrific." Alister, harpist from Northern Ireland "Our new harps are absolutely beautiful and a credit to their makers." Beryl in West Yorkshire "Beautiful Harp, lovely sound!" Chloe, young leaner from Gwynedd "Gorgeous tone & beautiful design. Easy to tune with the colour coded tuning pegs." Claire in Dorset "Telynau Teifi Harps look beautiful, sound fantastic and are made in Wales. I also like the social conscience of the company by using local labour and making all the parts." Jane, adult learner from Powys "Few companies know what service means, but you do...it's a pleasure dealing with you!" Jane, adult learner from Powys "Telynau Teifi Harps are well made, manufactured in Wales and have character!" Anthea, adult learner in Cornwall "These harps sound better, play more easily and look better than other harps in the same class. I like the coloured levers which make playing easier." Mary in Wales on Telynau Teifi Harps. "I love their style, their size and the sound – beautiful!" Fiona, enjoys playing classical and folk music in Birmingham "The sound is rich and full, easy to record with. Lots of little details are helpful." Owain, musician in Hants "Solid, aesthetic, beautiful sound, easy levers and affordable." Kay, harp teacher in Aberystwyth "Powerful sound with a resonant bass." Christine in Hants "I like the tone and volume my Eos has, also the red and black on the pegs makes tuning easier." Olwen in Bristol "Nice sound, lovely wood and excellent customer service." Margaret in Aberdeenshire "Telynau Teifi Harps staff are genuinely interested in the customer - very helpful, accommodating, enthusiastic and confident about the product." Alistair, Co Down Northern Ireland "We would like to thank you for your excellent, friendly and considerate customer service." Mrs Thomas, teacher from Merthyr Tydfil "I like the depth of sound as well as the ethical, community basis behind the manufacture of Telynau Teifim Harps." Traditional/classical harpist Catherine in North Yorkshire "Your hire harp service is excellent!" Gillian, beginner from Brecon "Telynau Teifi Harps are pretty, unique and they sound beautiful – to me they are perfect!" Elizabeth, young learner from Aberystwyth "They have a strong deep sound and professional appearance." Douglas, enjoys playing Medieval, Renaissance and Folk Harp music "The sound is just so beautiful...!" Miho, classical harpist from Tokyo "I like the technical ability of Th eHarp Centre of Wales team and professional, friendly service whenever I ring, thanks to you all!" Tonja from Oxfordshire "Fantastic sound quality – and made in Wales with such care." Sue from Ystrad Mynach "I felt genuinely welcomed at The Harp Centre of Wales, and was impressed by everybody's enthusiasm and passion for what they do." Sue, enjoys playing classical, folk & jazz |
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Glenda Clwyd. Glenda is one of Wales' foremost harpists. During her studies at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama she received the prestigious Pernod Award:
Patricia Daly. Senior All Ireland Harp Champion and International Award Winner on numerous occasions, Patricia Daly holds a Masters Degree in Irish Traditional Music Performance:
Harriet Earis. The All Britain Harp Champion in 2000 and 2002 and one of the world’s leading exponents of the Celtic harp:
Danielle Perrett One of the UK's leading harpists and renowned recitalists.
Steffan Thomas, triple harpist and winner of the John Weston Thomas Traditional Harp Competition 2005. Steffan was awarded with an Eos Celtic Harp as first prize by competition sponsor, Telynau Teifi: