Lisetn to Autoharp Music and Download Free Folk Music

Marc Gunn, Bard Autoharpist of Mage Network

Listen to Autoharp Music and Download Free Folk Music

I started playing the autoharp in 1997 when my punk rock band broke up. I wanted to learn to write melodies for a change, and I didn't want to have to worry about being a guitar virtuoso like every other Austin musician. So I decided on the autoharp. The autoharp name is often confused with the dulcimer, harp, zither, and harpsichord, but the autoharp is much easier an instrument to just sit down and start playing than all of those. Heck, the toughest thing about it was tuning the instrument. And I mastered that in no time. Before I knew it, I was playing folk music with passion and a love like you wouldn't believe.

Listen to Autoharp Radio Now

The autoharp is the perfect instrument for a newbie to music or an experienced musician. But though it's easy to get started. It's not so easy to master. It takes time and practice like everything else. But with a sound as soothing as a soft breeze across a mountain morning lake, it is in my humble opinion the most enjoyable instrument to play when you just want to relax.

Picking your autoharps

Oscar Schmidt - OS15B If you are looking for a great instrument to start learning on, try the Oscar Schmidt - OS 15B. It's a great instrument to learn on (great prices too). Then when you start hitting the festivals, you can check out the hand-crafted instruments to see what you prefer. Or if you have a gambler's soul, bid for an autoharp eBay!

Autoharpists, do you have recorded music?

If you are an autoharpist and have recorded some music, I'd love to add you to my Autoharp Radio station. It's free and easy to do. Just send me some music.

Autoharp Music Tips

Last, I publish an autoharp newsletter. Drop me a message and sign up for this ezine. It's a short newsletter with autoharp stuff, like free downloads and some great autoharp tips too. So take a look around the site. I've collected a lot of information and some great resources. And I'm always looking for more. If you have an autoharp link you would like to share, please drop me a line. Take care and God Bless!