Branna LaurelinRe-uploaded because I've improved the audio significantly! I hope you like it :)
This is an arrangement I made of the beautiful melody from The Hobbit, and it is a blend between Misty Mountains Cold, sung by the dwarves in the film, and Song of the Lonely Mountain by Neil Finn. I had to record the video in two parts because of short memory card space, but I hope they are blended nicely even still.
The Hobbit: Misty Mountains Cold harp cover - Remastered audio version!Branna Laurelin2016-04-12 | Re-uploaded because I've improved the audio significantly! I hope you like it :)
This is an arrangement I made of the beautiful melody from The Hobbit, and it is a blend between Misty Mountains Cold, sung by the dwarves in the film, and Song of the Lonely Mountain by Neil Finn. I had to record the video in two parts because of short memory card space, but I hope they are blended nicely even still.
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.coTaemin: Flame of Love ~ Instrumental Cover for Two HarpsBranna Laurelin2019-09-06 | An instrumental cover of the beautiful song "Flame of Love" by Taemin, arranged as a duet for two harps - of which I play both parts using two different harps.
This is the first time ever that I have made a duet arrangement and learned two different versions of the same song! It was very time-consuming (not least editing the two parts together), but also a lot of fun. I do love this song so very dearly, so it was a labour of love for me.
A special thanks to my patrons Waleed, Mr. Ford, Ine, Peter, Nightbringer, Lkoinw, Loic, Patrick, Philip, Octave, Mark, Thomas and Lex for your continuing support! You are all greatly appreciated!
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.co10K Subscribers Q&A - My Favourite Video Game Soundtracks and More!Branna Laurelin2019-08-04 | As you may have seen from my previous short clip, I recently reached 10 000 subscribers on my channel! Yay! ^_^ This makes me super happy! So, to celebrate, I decided to make another Q&A video to answer you questions - and I got a lot of good questions both here on YouTube, on Instagram and on Patreon! So I hope you enjoy, and I'll see you soon with another harp video!
PS: 1:34 "Song of Healing" of course belongs in Majora's Mask and not Wind Waker - it must have wanted to hang out with the other WW songs!
✨ Please support me on Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/brannalaurelinChrono Trigger: Wind Scene - Harp CoverBranna Laurelin2018-12-27 | A cover of the beautiful Wind Scene/Yearnings of Wind from the game Chrono Trigger. Arrangement and performance by me.
I made this cover as a present for my brother Robert, who really loves the game and this theme a lot! I included some scenes from the story of Frog and the Masamune, which is one of the things I personally remember most from playing the game years ago ^_^ 600 AD is my favourite time period from the game - what's yours?
A special thanks goes to my patrons on Patreon: Mr. Ford, Waleed, Peter, Ine, Nightbringer, Loic, Lkoinw, Mark, Lex, Philip, Octave and Thomas! Your support is very much appreciated and makes a huge difference to me!
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.coElfen Lied: Lilium - Harp and Vocals CoverBranna Laurelin2018-08-10 | A cover of the title song Lilium from the anime Elfen Lied. Arrangement, harp and vocals by me.
This song is dedicated to my patron Nightbringer, who requested it as a Patreon reward! It was a huge challenge for me vocally, and a very difficult arrangement to figure out technically. I hope I did a decent job ^_^
Also, a huge thanks to my patrons Waleed, Lkoinw, Ine, Loic, Mr. Ford, Octave, Philip and Thomas!
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.coCarolans DreamBranna Laurelin2018-01-26 | Composed by the blind Irish harper, Turlough O'Carolan (1670-1738).
Just a simple arrangement of this very beautiful Irish tune that has been a favourite of mine for many years. I've missed playing traditional music.
A huge thank you to my patrons Nathaniel, Waleed, Ine, Loic, Lkoinw and Thomas for their generous support! You make my life a little easier and give me so much motivation! A shout out also to all my new patrons - I hope I can live up to your expectations ^_^
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.coHow long did it take me to master the harp? And other questions!Branna Laurelin2018-01-09 | Answering some questions that I have gotten from my patrons on Patreon, as well as a handful of other questions from Youtube and Tumblr ^_^
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! Send inquiries to: brannalaurelin@gmail.comFinal Fantasy VIII: Eyes On Me - harp and vocals coverBranna Laurelin2017-09-14 | A cover of Eyes On Me from my favourite game, Final Fantasy VIII Arrangement, harp and vocals by me.
This is a song that is extremely dear to my heart, so I had been hesitating to cover it for fear that I wouldn't be able to pull it off. But then my patron Waleed requested it as a reward on Patreon, and I gave it my best effort. I'm so grateful I was given the boost I needed to do this special song! I must admit that I cried a few times during the long process of arranging, practicing, recording and filming this song, because of all the feels...
This song is dedicated to my patron Waleed!
Also, a huge thanks to my patrons Nathaniel, Angel, Ine, Loic, Lkoinw and Thomas!
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.coQ&A - What kind of music inspires me? And more awkwardly answered questions!Branna Laurelin2017-07-04 | This is my first ever Q&A video! One of my rewards on Patreon is that my patrons who pledge $10 or more get to ask me anything they want to be answered in a video. These are some questions I received after uploading my last harp video! Enjoy! Also, if you have any questions for me, please feel free to include them in the comments below, and I may select some questions to include as a bonus feature in my next Q&A video ^_^
Lol this should be titled "... but I don't have the time," because I say that sooo much haha. Sorry I'm awkward and weird!
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.coTaemin: Sayonara Hitori - Harp and Vocals CoverBranna Laurelin2017-04-21 | My take on the lovely song Sayonara Hitori by Taemin. This is one of the most complicated vocal covers I've done thus far, so I know it's not perfect, but I gave it my best shot. Since I adore Taemin with every fibre of my being, this is a song that means extremely much to me. So this is especially for all of you Shawols and Taemints out there, but I hope all of my subscribers will enjoy this cover!
A special thanks to my patrons Loic, Lkoinw, Ine, Waleed, and Nathaniel for their support!
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.co
Please check out the original by Taemin, it's awesome! youtu.be/WQQJ7zBzYJsSHINee: Replay - Instrumental Harp CoverBranna Laurelin2017-01-30 | *** For Jonghyun *** Kim Jonghyun, you were my inspiration and you always will be. I love you so much. I dedicate this cover to you from now until forever. Fellow Shawols, let's stay strong together! I hope this rendition may bring you some solace. Love you all!
*** My rendition of my favourite group SHINee's debut song, Replay! SHINee means so much to me - they really have changed my life in so many ways, so this is a homage to them! I hope you enjoy my humble instrumental cover of Replay! A huge thank you to all my patrons, especially: Waleed, Ine, Loic and Lkoinw!
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.coFullmetal Alchemist: Brothers ~ harp and vocals coverBranna Laurelin2016-07-28 | My rendition of the beautiful song Brothers from the anime Fullmetal Alchemist. This was a very challenging song for me and took me a long time to record, and making the video was not easy. In the end I chose to include scenes from Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood, even though this song is from the original anime, because Brotherhood is my favourite by far and means a lot to me. Still, I think Brothers is such a lovely song! And it is also a favourite song of the person I love the most - Ani, this song is for you!
Please pardon my pronunciation, as I don't speak Russian.
A special thank you to patrons Waleed, Angel Contreras Medina, Pip Gaskin, Eugene Marshall, Ine Skancke, Loic Cheveau, Lkoinw, David Barker and Amy Earl for your support! It means so incredibly much to me, and I will be forever grateful for your trust in me.
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.coWorld of Warcraft: Elwynn Forest - harp coverBranna Laurelin2016-02-26 | A very simple cover of one of my favourite melodies from World of Warcraft, which I've been playing on and off for about ten years.
A special thank-you goes to my patrons Ine Skancke, Amy Earl, Isaac and Lkoinw for supporting me on Patreon! You motivate me!
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.coBrocéliande - Remastered sound versionBranna Laurelin2016-01-22 | Re-upload of this video I made almost three years ago. Since my audio mastering skills have improved in the past couple of years, I've completely remastered and vastly bettered my recording of the tune Brocéliande, composed for the harp by Annie Challan. This song is inspired by the mythical forest of Brocéliande from the Arthurian legends.
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.coThe Legend of Zelda: Majoras Mask - Song of Healing cover for the harpBranna Laurelin2015-11-07 | New and improved recording of a simple arrangement I made of this beautiful melody from the Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask. I asked some very talented artists if I might use their lovely fan art to make a video to go with it, which they graciously granted me permission to do. Please visit their pages to see their artwork in HD!
Majora's Mask Wooden Replica by The Prop Box: http://thepropbox.deviantart.com/art/...
Majora's Mask: The Transformation by EternaLegend: http://eternalegend.deviantart.com/ar...
Companions in the Dark by ValaSedai: http://valasedai.deviantart.com/art/C...
Mask salesman, Majora's Mask by Isaac J Litman: http://isaacjlitman.deviantart.com/ar...
Majora's Mask by Tiffany-Tees: http://tiffany-tees.deviantart.com/ar...
Majoras Mask: Skullkid by MaxGrecke: http://maxgrecke.deviantart.com/art/M...
Majora's Mask by Evil-usagi: http://evil-usagi.deviantart.com/art/...
Zelda - Majoras Mask by Genzoman: http://genzoman.deviantart.com/art/Ze...
:Link: Majora's Mask by Prince of Red Roses: http://princeofredroses.deviantart.co...
Majora's Mask by Lirhya: http://lirhya.deviantart.com/art/Majo...
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.coSecret Garden: Heartstrings cover on the harpBranna Laurelin2015-05-11 | A cover of Heartstrings by the Norwegian/Irish duo Secret Garden, of whom I have been a fan since I was just a child. I was so delighted when I was requested to play this song at a friend's wedding, which took place two weeks ago.
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.coYohio: Timescape ~ cover on the harpBranna Laurelin2014-10-19 | My cover of the beautiful, haunting melody Timescape composed by Swedish singer and songwriter Yohio. Please check out his music!
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.coCover: Ballad of the Goddess from The Legend of Zelda - Skyward SwordBranna Laurelin2014-09-22 | One of my favourite tracks from one of my favourite Legend of Zelda games, Skyward Sword. The lyrics are in ancient Hylian, and this song is a mix of the orchestral version, the version Zelda sings, and the version you learn, which Fi sings. Arrangement, harp and vocals are all by me.
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.coBrian Borus MarchBranna Laurelin2014-08-27 | A little arrangement I made of this well known Irish tune. It is very simple, since I wanted to be able to play it on my lap harp.
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.coRose of May from Final Fantasy IX on the harpBranna Laurelin2014-06-08 | One of my all-time favourite melodies from the Final Fantasy series! Also known as Loss of Me. Composed by Nobuo Uematsu.
Sorry it's been so long, everyone! I've been struggling with back problems and surgery, but I hope things are starting to look better now, and that I will have an easier time making videos for you.
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.coFinal Fantasy VIII - Fragments of Memories on the harpBranna Laurelin2014-02-23 | Here's a little cover of one of the most peaceful songs from my favourite game Final Fantasy VIII that I did on my new Ravenna 34 harp! Isn't the sound amazing? Composed by Nobuo Uematsu.
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.coCarol of the BellsBranna Laurelin2013-12-18 | This is a carol I've always felt was very suitable for the harp, so I decided to make a very simple little arrangement for my littlest harp. I'm sorry about the blurriness in the video, it appears I did something wrong with the focus settings. But the sound turned out good and I just can't bear to do it all over again, so it will have to do.
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.coDavy Jones ThemeBranna Laurelin2013-12-02 | This is my own arrangement of the beautiful, melancholy Davy Jones' Theme from the Pirates of the Caribbean - Dead Man's Chest. Pray forgive me for the rough quality, I have a back injury which made me have to do this in one take so I could not perfect it as much as I would have liked.
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.coCarolans ConcertoBranna Laurelin2013-08-31 | My take on the beautiful and happy tune Carolan's Concerto, written by Turlough O'Carolan (1670-1738), the famous Irish harper and composer. The arrangement I have used is made by Sylvia Woods. Played on my beloved Webster Laurel Leaf harp.
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.coSong of HealingBranna Laurelin2013-05-21 | Playing my own arrangement of the Song of Healing from The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask. I've always loved this tune; it is so soothing and lovely, so I decided to make a harp version. It is quite simple, but sweet. I hope you enjoy it!
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.coStolen Child harp and voice coverBranna Laurelin2013-04-28 | Cover of the lovely song "Stolen Child" by Loreena McKennitt. The arrangement and performance, including the singing, is my own. Photos in the slideshow are taken by myself on my various trips to Ireland. Composed by Loreena McKennitt Words by W. B. Yeats.
Played on a Webster Laurel Leaf 40-string folk harp
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.coBrocéliandeBranna Laurelin2013-03-04 | My rendition of the beautiful melody Brocéliande, composed by Annie Challan. It is named after the legendary magical forest from the Arthurian legends. Brocéliande is by most considered to be located in Bretagne, France.
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.coNonesuchBranna Laurelin2013-02-07 | Own arrangement of the traditional English melody Nonesuch.
This is an arrangement I made of the beautiful melody from The Hobbit, and it is a blend between Misty Mountains Cold, sung by the dwarves in the film, and Song of the Lonely Mountain by Neil Finn. I had to record the video in two parts because of short memory card space, but I hope they are blended nicely even still.
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.coThe ButterflyBranna Laurelin2012-11-01 | Playing the Irish tune "The Butterfly" on my Irish fipple flute.
You can support me on Ko-Fi: ko-fi.com/brannalaurelinReturn to FingallBranna Laurelin2012-11-01 | Playing the Irish tune "Return to Fingall" on my Irish fipple flute. I have loved this song ever since I first heard it played by The Corrs (such an inspiration to me).
You can support me on Ko-Fi: ko-fi.com/brannalaurelinFis ThemeBranna Laurelin2012-11-01 | Playing "Fi's Theme" from the wonderful game The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword on my Irish fipple flute. I want to make a combined harp and flute video of this one day, that would be so fun!
You can support me on Ko-Fi: ko-fi.com/brannalaurelinSkyloftBranna Laurelin2012-11-01 | Playing the Skyloft theme from The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword on my beautiful Irish fipple flute.
You can support me on Ko-Fi: ko-fi.com/brannalaurelinLoreena McKennitt harp cover: Huron Beltane Fire DanceBranna Laurelin2012-04-29 | In honour of the approaching Beltaine festival, which is on May 1st, here is my interpretation of the fabulous Loreena McKennitt's Huron 'Beltane' Fire Dance. Played on my Webster Laurel Leaf harp.
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.coLoreena McKennitt harp cover: Between the ShadowsBranna Laurelin2012-04-25 | This is one of my favourite melodies by one of my idols, Loreena McKennitt. It's such a simple melody, yet so expressive and beautiful. I hope you'll enjoy my rendition of it!
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.coBreezy from Final Fantasy VIII on the harpBranna Laurelin2012-02-09 | This is myself playing 'Breezy' from Final Fantasy VIII (the best game of the series, IMO). It's such a relaxing melody, don't you think? This is my last video ever on the L&H harp as I'm due to return it to the music school I've rented it from in less than a week. But I have my own beautiful lever harp to play on now, so I'll manage.
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.coLoreena McKennitts Banquet Hall coverBranna Laurelin2012-01-19 | A cover of the beautiful melody "Banquet Hall" by the fabulous Loreena McKennitt, played on my brand new Laurel Leaf harp from Webster Harps.
The sheet music used can be purchased from Loreena McKennitt's official website, quinlanroad.com
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.coLoreena McKennitt cover: SnowBranna Laurelin2011-12-18 | A very merry Yuletide from the Winter Country!
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.coCoventry Carol on the harpBranna Laurelin2011-12-11 | This is one of my favourite carols. It's so beautiful and melancholic. This arrangement is the Sylvia Woods arrangement from her collection of carols, but it has been adapted a little by me, inspired by Loreena McKennitt's version. She sings it so beautifully, and it is my favourite version.
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.coCarolans WelcomeBranna Laurelin2011-09-20 | A song by Turlough O'Carolan (1670-1738), the famous Irish harper and composer despite the fact that he was blind. This is one of my favourite O'Carolan tunes.
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.coThe NightingaleBranna Laurelin2011-09-12 | Myself playing a very simple yet beautiful arrangement of Deborah Henson-Conant's The Nightingale. This is a beautiful melody, and one of the first that I learned. It remains one of my absolute favourite tunes.
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.coShe Moved through the Fair - harp and voice practice sessionBranna Laurelin2011-07-07 | Myself and my good friend Beate practicing our arrangement of the traditional Irish song "She Moved through the Fair". It's still a bit rough in places, but we're getting there!
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.coRiver Flows in YouBranna Laurelin2011-07-03 | Harp interpretation of the wonderful "River Flows in You" by Yiruma. This is just a lovely song.
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.coBeauty and the BeastBranna Laurelin2010-07-23 | The theme from the Disney movie "Beauty and the Beast", composed by Alan Menken. The arrangement is by Sylvia Woods. I'm playing on a Lyon & Healy Style 85 CG harp which I borrowed from my music school for the summer :)
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.coSix RibbonsBranna Laurelin2010-02-26 | This is me playing the beautiful theme from the mini TV-series "Against the Wind". The song was written by Jon English who also starred in the series. I could never find the sheet music for this one, so I''ve learnt it by ear.
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.coIstoriettaBranna Laurelin2009-11-15 | This song was composed by Alphonse Hasselmans. From my first concert playing the harp!
I do commissions for sheet music transcriptions! More information here: brannalaurelin.carrd.coOff She Goes - lullaby versionBranna Laurelin2009-11-12 | This is a duet I played with another harp student at a small concert. It is a traditional Irish jig, but was arranged by Deborah Henson-Conant. I'm the one on the L&H Trubadour lever harp.