Jardin
des Paons by Isabelle Perrin & Baltazar Juárez What an overwhelmingly happy moment when I learned ahout this new recording of three of my works for two harps! Isabelle PERRIN and Baltazar JUÁREZ have been able to magnificently recreate the atmosphere of each composition, displaying a full array of nuances and colors in finding the best tempo. Their way of offering us a rare moment of illusion. I have to add the perfect technical and sound balance of the two soloists that reveal themselves as excellent performers. For this I would like to congratulate them warmly and sincerely for this outstanding work. I wish to all that listen to them as much pleasure as I experienced myself. Bernard Andrès
The Jig's
Up by Anne-Marie O'Farrell Here is affirmation of Irishness, thus O’Carolan features strongly, in refreshing variety, briskly paced. Such tempi match O’Farrell’s other selections — Paddy Fahy’s Jig and the Gander in the Pratie Hole jig sets. Bright, effortless and cheerful playing from beginning to end; interesting syncopations and odd notes about. Ellen Cranitch’s flute joins in a terrific, biting Fanny Power with jazz extrapolation, Conor Guilfoyle and Brian Fleming give just a hint of percussion, Cormac De Barra enteres on harp for Miss McDermot and Lady Gethin. Fintan Valelly, The Irish Times, 6-3-1998
John Thomas
Harp Music by the Lipman Harp DuoWelsh harpist John Thomas was one of the most acclaimed harpist-composers of his time. His career culminated as official harpist to Queen Victoria. John Thomas' Welsh background, combined with classical training in London led him to composer a multitude of works in classical style, all imbued with Welsh folk melodies. This CD features the most captivating duos, as well as delightful solos, each displaying use of lyrical melodic material
Joy
to the World by Cynthia CathcartCynthia Cathcart performs beloved carols of Christmas on the wire-strung Gaelic harp, or clarsach, and medieval Scottish gut-strung harp. Playing her own arrangements with a gentle mastery, the metal strings glitter against the quiet beauty of the gut. Enjoy these carols from varied times and places presented with a fresh voice on harps whose sound hails from a distant time when the Christmas message was still new.
Jumping
Ahead by Harriet Earis
"For a long time now I've wanted to create
an album that treats the harp as a strong melody instrument, even over
extensive backing from other players. I'm forever indebted to all the
friends who have played here for making this possible. This is predominantly
Irish and Scottish music, but there are also lots of recently composed
melodies here and influences from very different corners of the globe." Harriet
Earis
Just
For You - Deborah Henson-Conant Deborah's first live CD, recorded during her 1994 European tour and is the closest to a "Live DHC" experience you can get at present on disc. Recorded live on tour in Germany, "Just For You" has influences of jazz, latin, flamenco, folk, blues, etc. and a strong vein of comedy in several of the songs which include: Dance with Me, The Phoenix, Under the Bed, Watermelon Boogie, Closer to You, Danger Zone, Baroque Flamenco, The Rain King, Budapest, Just for You. Harp, bass, percussion & voice with Davey Tulloch, percussion & Wolfgang Diekmann, bass.
Just So
Bach by Anne-Marie O'Farrell The development in recent decades of the semitone mechanism on the lever harp has made it possible to play works previously unplayable on the instrument, among them certain compositions by Johann Sebastian Bach. And although it might not seem likely at first glance, the music of Bach is especially suited to the modern Irish or lever harp for several reasons. The size of the instrument and string thickness is similar to that of baroque harps,giving it a brightness of tone uncharacteristic of the heavier modern pedal harp. Also, Bach's modulations are frequently effected in just one octave, so that consideration of damping and pedal noise associated with the pedal harp do not arise.
Kissan
Clasurol with Rhys Taylor, Catrin Finch and Dewi Ellis Jones"Clasical Kissan" a compilation CD bringing you some of Wales' most talented classical artists - Catrin Finch on the Harp, Rhys Taylor on the Clarinet, Dewi Ellis Jones on Percussion.
L'ABC
de la harpe by
Nathalie ChatelainA definitive recording of works by Andres, Bouchaud & Challan a must for harp students and those with an interest in contemporary French harp music. Great value 3 CD set with playing time of over 3.5 hours.
L'arpa
in villa by Benjamin Creighton GriffithsOn 17th July 2009 13 year old Welsh harpist Ben Creighton Griffiths gave a solo harp recital at Villa Mazzotti, Chiari, Brescia, Italy as part of “L’arpa e La voce in Villa” organised by Clara Rocco of Musica d’arpa, Milian. The concert was recorded by Rosangela Bonardi and is reproduced on this DVD as a single chapter with no edits.
L'heure
bleue by Michel
Tirabosco & Nathalie Chatelain
" ...Music
above all " wrote Verlaine. And adding their
own poetry, as well, this is what Michel Tirabosco
and Nathalie Chatelain's beautiful recording is all
about. ..... Their music makes us dream. Those who
listen on are in for a treat in relishing this discovery. Frantz Petri
La
Cause est Amer by Quadrivium Medieval Love Poems from Japan and the Low Countries - La Cause est Amer (the cause is bitterness / love), but the result is great delicacy and exquisite poetry: don't hesitate to treat yourself to an hour of courtly love in the company of ensemble Quadrivium. (P. Boquet, Chairwoman of Societe Francaise de Luth in Le Joueur de Luth, June 09)
Lady
of the Lake music by Thomas Hewitt Jones “How refreshing to discover a living composer who dares to write music that possesses both splendid melody and well-crafted conventional harmony ..” MUSO magazine ‘Lady of the Lake’ is Thomas’ second album, following the successful release of ‘Under Milk Wood’ at the end of 2009 “Characterful and beautiful – almost too beautiful” – Classical Music Magazine, February 2010 ****
Land
of Light by William Jackson Land of Light the New Scottish Anthem - This was the winning entry in the popular Song for Scotland Competition which was organised to find an anthem for the new era in Scotland. It is sung by Mairi MacInnes who comes from the island of South Uist in the Outer Hebrides. "Land of Light" is an Anthem for Scotland's future! New Hampshire Highland Games - September 2008
Latin America Trip by Kike Pedersen In 2003 Paraguayan Harpist Kike Pedersen performed at the Latinamerican Festival at "Cap Vern" in the French Pyrenees with Ismael Ledesma and Oscar Benitio some two years prior to this recording which, as well as presenting more contemporary traditional style Paraguayan Music also gives that distinctive Paraguayan sound to Bach's Prelude No 1, Desmond's Take Five and Ellington's Don't Get around much anymore.
A
Light in the Forest by Anne Roos Music about the woods and the fascinating creatures that dwell within them-- fairies, trolls, nymphs, leprechauns, witches, bears, and more. It’s packaged inside a 31-page hardcover book describing the folk history and legends of these creatures and the tunes, filled with vintage artwork and whimsical illustrations. This recording also features Char Berta on flute, tenor recorder, alto recorder, and whistle, Chris Caswell on percussion and harmonium, Michael Frost on viola, Alan Fuller on guitars and cittern, and Dorothy A. Hawkinson on fiddle and hardingfele.
Linnaea by Lise & Susan EnochssonMusic has been heard in St. Nicolai Church for more than 700 years, yet I ask myself; has anything as enrapturing as these harp strings and this singing voice been heard here before? Pity those who had to miss the bliss of Susan and Lise's fantastic concert. By C. Tärnudd, journalist for Sydöstran newspaper, Sölvesborg January 18, 2005
Little
Angels - Angylion Bach by Catrin Finch & Elinor
Bennett
Beautiful harp music for your little angels This recording is dedicated
to our little angel Ana Gwen, who we welcomed into our family on the
28th December2006.
Live -
Byw by Catrin Finch "I wanted to produce a CD that was honest to how it really is live - the adrenalin, excitement and audience atmosphere that can’t be captured in a dry studio. The ambition is not to falsify by achieving perfection through endless editing, but to hear the beauty of the music as it flowed live - mistakes, audience noise and all!!"
Live
- Yn Byw Catrin Finch & Cimarrón Cimarrón, from the plains of Los Llanos Orientales in Colombia and Catrin Finch from the hils of Ceredigion in Wales, meet in this heart-warming collaborative performance recorded live at Theatr Mwldan in Cardigan. Their diverse selection of material drawn from two cultures displays power, gentleness, virtuosity and emotion in equal and gernerous measure.
Live
in the Highlands by Máire Ní Chathasaigh & Chris
Newman
This recording was made in 1995 during a series of concerts at the 2nd Highland Harp Festival held in Balnain House, Inverness (Scotland's centre for the promotion of Highland music) and in the Western Isles of Skye, Harris, Benbecula and Mull. The tracks are presented in more or less the same order that they were performed on stage, except that the middle section was chopped out so what you're left with is the first half of the first set spliced on to the second half of the second set!
The
Living Wood by Máire Ní Chathasaigh & Chris Newman
In 1988, Máire Ní Chathasaigh and Chris Newman released 'The Living Wood', their critically acclaimed first album together. It originally appeared on the American Green Linnet label, then on Black Crow. The licence reverted to Old Bridge Music in 1994 and we were delighted to be able to re-release it on Old Bridge Music. The excellent Bryan Ledgard redesigned the sleeve, and Chris digitally remixed it for optimal sound quality.
Lo mejor
de Kike Pedersen The magical sound of Paraguayan Harpist - Kike Pedersen with Cristobel Pedersen on guitar. Traditional Paragyan and South American music mixed with music inspired by his time in the UK and a lovely arrangement of Benny Anderson's Chiquitia. "His music is rhythmic and tender and soulful by turns, whilst always remaining soulful, with that light touch which is the harp's unique prerogative. It's music for floating, dreaming and dancing! " Andy Morgan BBC Radio 3
Love Is
All Around by Claire Hamilton Album of well known romantic songs performed on Celtic and Electro Harps by Claire Hamilton with some keyboard accompanyment from Jeff Spencer. As well as the title track there are great standards including Lady in Red (DeBurgh), Wonderful Tonight (Clapton) and Falling - The Theme from Twin Peaks. A great introduction to the harp for the Romantic!
The Lucky Smile by Rachel Hair"The Lucky Smile", supported by the Scottish Arts Council, is the eagerly awaited follow up to Rachel's highly acclaimed solo album "Hubcaps and Potholes". Produced by respected musician Angus Lyon, the album features Rachel's trio of harp with acoustic guitarist Paul Tracey and double bassist Andy Sharkey, along with guest appearances including Gaelic singer Joy Dunlop, jazz violinst Graham McGeoch, drummer Scott Mackay and percussionist Paul Jennings.
Lulling
the Soul by Dominique Piana with
Joyce Geeting (cello), Dan Geeting (clarinet)Is there anything more universal than the mother lulling her child to sleep? When this pair, bound in mutual love, becomes Mary and the child Jesus, the scene takes on a whole new symbolic dimension and added emotional impact. All living creatures become involved in the magical expression of Love, warmly embraced by the powerful breath of the starry night celebrated at Christmas.
Mara
by Sylbàt First CD from French group Sylbàt - Clotilde Trouillaud (of Fileuses de Nuit) Electro harp with Hélène Brunet - Electric Guitar, Hilaire Rama - Bass and Patrick Boileau Drums perform contemporary music with more than a hint of their traditional roots.
Mary
O'Hara Sings The 24 tracks on this compilation CD contain a number of songs that are particularly meaningful to Mary O’Hara - a collection of songs to inspire optimism and the celebration of life and love. Hear for yourself the delightful songs, all digitally remastered to bring you Mary O’Hara in person. "Exquisite purity and delicacy that defies description" Washington Star
Melangell
by Llio Rhydderch Melangell by Llio Rhydderch is without doubt the best recording of harp music since Nansi Richards. This is traditional music at it's best. Beautifully arranged and played with all the skill, flair and sensitivity that the triple harp demands. Llio Rhydderch is truly a master musician. Stunning. Danny Saunders in The Living Tradition Issue 41 January/February 2001
Mermaids & Mariners
by Anne Roos “Mermaids & Mariners”- This is a Book AND a CD! Selections from this recording were included on United Airlines Inflight Music Service! “Very mythical, very romantic, I thoroughly enjoyed it. The packaging is beautiful!”—Deborah Magone, Rochester, New York
Moving
the Air by Uschi Laar "Light-years away from the cliché of an ethereal angel encrusted with imitation gold-leaf, the harpist Uschi Laar plays her instrument with the differentiated aesthetic of a classical guitarist, then with the fluent groove of a Caribbean steel drummer, and a moment later with the timeless melancholy of a harpsichordist" Süddeutsche Zeitung, South German newspaper
Mozart:
Concerto in C Major for Flute and Harp K. 299 Sinfonia Concertante in E
Flat Major K.297b Anyone venturing outside the more conventional Mozart concerto repertoire will not be disappointed by these enjoyable and highly musical readings under the young Austrian conductor, Richard Edlinger. - Classic CD - June 1990
Music
in the Air Heart Fragrance by Mio Shapley Solo harp recording of spiritually uplifting music from Japanese harpist Mio Shapley
Music
for flute and harp by Clive Conway and David Watkins The flute with harp is a delicious combination, mellifluous and pleasing and much music has been written for these two instruments including Mozart's famous Concerto. In "Music for Flute and Harp" Clive Conway and I perform music by Mozart, Krumpholtz (Haydn's harpist at Esterhazy) and other classical composers. Jill Hughes joins us in the beautiful Interlude from the "Childhood of Christ" by Berlioz.
Music
for harp by Andres Izmaylov An excellent harp CD produced by Russian harpist and composer Andres Izmaylov, As well as featuring four of his own compositions Duo, For Artemy, H-A-(R-)F-E and Toward the Sun (all published by Adlais) the CD also contains arrangements of six JS Bach Preludes and his Italian Concerto. The album finishes with a live recording of Manuel de Falia's Asturiana for Violin & Harp. Also performing on the CD are harpist Artemy Izmaylov and violinist Vladimir Guentzelt.
Music
for Harp II by Andres Izmaylov with Natalya
Izmaylova (harp) & Artemy Izmaylov (harp) A second excellent harp CD produced by Russian harpist and composer Andres Izmaylov. The CD features four of his original compositions for Solo Harp: Sonatka in C; St. Petersburg - Vienna, Concert Waltz; Matilda's Lullaby; Sonata No 2 in Ancient Style and his arrangement for three harps of the Lullaby and Chorus from Tchaikovsky's opera Iolanta all of which are published by Adlais - Specialist Publishers of Harp Music. This CD also contains JS Bach's Partita No 2 in C minor and three Parish Alvars Romances.
Music
from Ireland & Scotland by Gráinne Hambly & William
JacksonThis recording features of variety of Irish and Scottish airs and dance tunes, some dating back to the 17th and 18th century harp repertoire as well as recent compositions, performed on harps, concertina, whistle and bouzouki.
Music
from the Robert ap Huw Manuscript, Vol. 1 by Paul Dooley Paul Dooley, one of the leading exponents of the Irish harp in its historical form and style - playing a 34 brass wire-strung harp, with a frame of cherry and soundbox made from of one piece of willow and plucking the strings with the fingernails has spent many years working on the Robert ap Huw Manuscript, the oldest collection of harp music in existence.
Music
from the North Lands by The Nicholson Pierce Duo
Includes Three
Dirges composed by David Horne which was commissioned by the performers,
also on this album of contemporary music are works by Edward McGuire, Sir
Peter Maxwell Davies, Toru Takemitsu & Adrian Shaposhnikov.
My
Favourite Place by Corrina Hewat"[Hewat's] breadth of experience and style finds marvellously concentrated yet spacious expression on My Favourite Place... tracks range from a bold, spiky updating of Sheath And Knife to an understated take on the jazz standard When I Dream. Brilliantly wayward... beautifully wrought..." THE SUNDAY HERALD
My
Heart's in the Highlands by Deirdre Campbell-Shaw
Deirdre
Campbell-Shaw sings and plays traditional music from Scotland, Ireland,
Wales and Brittany “Deirdre Campbell-Shaw is a singer-songwriter
blessed with an exceptionally rare combination of talents. She is
a soprano with the voice of an angel and a harper who creates the
kind of music one expects to hear in heaven …” Fiona
MacGillivray (Scots, No. 35. 2007)
My
Imaginary Garden Monika Stadler "Go into the garden and listen to the stillness between the sounds. This is the true music of nature." from Japan. A unique album, full of irresistible poetry, breathtaking virtuosity, and astonishing improvisations, all accompanied by the familiar charm of that composer and harpist who seems to draw from unlimited resources - Monika Stadler.
My Lagan Love by Anne-Marie O'Farrell The marriage between the rich and varied heritage of Irish music and the harp has been a long and fruitful one with no sign of a divorce in sight. The tradition is renewed in the hands of one of the leading Irish harpists, Ann Marie O'Farrell, drawing together strands from the four provinces of Ireland and ranging over a myriad of sources and moods.
Naked
Music - Deborah Henson-Conant NAKED MUSIC is Deborah's 1994 recording for solo harp and voice, showing various from classical to flamenco, including some blues and Celtic influence. The songs include solo versions of - Love is on Your Side, Nataliana, Baroque Flamenco, Danger Zone, Home in Your Arms Again, Johnny Ramsay, New Blues, Dance with Me, All Through the Night and Closer to You.
The
New Harp by William Jackson The New Harp wears its harp on its sleeve, depicting an example of the instrument and its exponent: and sure enough, it's renowned William Jackson, now a rather magisterial figure to those who remember him as young Billy Jackson of Ossian, and of the wistfully evocative suite devoted to Tennents' Brewery, plus a thousand other stages. Scots Magazine, “Listen to This “ August 2008
The
New Strung Harp by Máire Ní Chathasaigh
In
1985 Máire recorded the first
harp album ever to concentrate on traditional Irish dance music -
the culmination of many years spent developing an array of new techniques
for the purpose, particularly in relation to ornamentation. Using
her deep knowledge of the idiom of the living oral Irish tradition,
she thus firmly re-established an authentically traditional style
of harping. This album had such an extraordinary effect on the harp
world that it has been described as "the most influential Irish
harp album of the twentieth century: a single-handed reinvention
of the harp".
No
Pedals Attached by Robin Ward 'No Pedals Attached’ is an exploration of music from 1550 through to the present day, played on the triple harp. The CD includes pieces by Mudarra, Narvaez, DeVisee, Bach, Dussek, Tarrega and Glinka along side of a selection of traditional airs and a couple of other treats.
Notes
of Noy, Notes of Joy by The Rowallan Consort
This
venture into Scottish early music is a first for Temple Records
- the label known mainly for its emphasis on traditional Scottish
music. It is also the recording debut for The Rowallan Consort.
Formed in 1994 by Robert Phillips and William Taylor, they
uniquely combine the sound of the lute and the wire-strung
harp (clarsach) to beautiful effect. With guest singers Mhairi
Lawson and Paul Rendall, they have researched and perform songs
and music dating from 1400-1700.
O'Neill's
Harper by Janet Harbison
Solo album of songs and music featuring historic pieces and
some original music dedicated to patrons in the Ulster O'Neill
clan. This recording patronised by the current Lord O'Neill
of Shane's Castle, Antrim.
O'r Galon
/ From the Heart Glenda Clwyd For centuries Welsh Harpers have improvised and composed variations to complement the traditional music of Wales. Following in the same tradition this CD represents my own interpretation of my favourite welsh folk music, improvised and 'From the Heart'. Glenda Clwyd
Old
Hearth / Hen Aelwyd by Robin Huw BowenThe music and playing of Nansi Richards has always been an influence on me as a Welsh Triple Harpist, and I am always aware of the depth of the unbroken harp tradition in Wales that Nansi and I are both a part of. But this time, in putting this album together, I have been inspired not just by Nansi's music but also by her words as a poet.
On
the Water Monika Stadler This CD by Monika Stadler (Harp & Voice) features Michael Dallinger (Cello), Reinhard Ziegerhofer (Acoustic Bass) and Franz Schmuck (Percussion). Besides Luiz Bonfi's "Black Orfeus" and a traditional ("Irish Whiskey"), all tunes are composed and arranged by Monika Stadler.
One
Morning in June by John L. ThomasA delightful recording of traditional melodies for solo harp recorded in one session by John L. Thomas, using his own arrangements, on 6th June 2004 - hence the title "One Morning in June"
Open the door softly by Helen Davies12 stunning tracks of traditional and contemporary harp music. Played by the Welsh harpist Helen Davies with guest musicians
Out
of Court by Máire Ní Chathasaigh & Chris Newman
In late 1991, Máire and Chris released 'Out of Court', an effervescent mixture of baroque-influenced Carolan, straight-down-the-line Irish dance music, haunting songs and a 17th century air from the ancient Irish harp tradition, interspersed with original compositions which exhibit some dazzling jazz-influenced pyrotechnics.
Overdressed Late Guy by Park StickneyPark's first CD "Overdressed Late Guy" is a must. Jazz standards galore on this wonderfully recorded album by one of the best known and loved jazz harpists, with Erik Della Penna (guitar), Darron Solomon (bass) and William DeVizia (vocals).
Over Shadows
by Rhodri DaviesWelsh harpist Rhodri Davies took the name Over Shadows from Redell Olsen’s book Secure Portable Space. Perhaps he wants us to read the tome, but its title alone suggests an approach route to this austere yet beautiful piece. For compact discs are nothing if not portable, and the marvel of the music encoded on this one derives from the way it opens portals onto dimensions of inner and external space...... (read on below) Bill Meyer writing in www.dustedmagazine.com
Patchwork
by Nathalie Chatelain A solo harp recital album by Swiss harpist Nathalie Chatelain with works such as Chertok (1918-1981) - Around the Clock Suite, Pescatti (1704-1766) - Sonate en do mineur and the beautiful Serenade Op. 83 by Elias Parish-Alvars (1808-1849).
Pencerdd Gwalia by Elinor Bennett A double CD featuring all the Welsh tunes by John Thomas, Pencerdd Gwalia. The first recording of the whole collection of his famous arrangements published in 1862 as "Welsh Melodies for the Harp" performed by Elinor Bennett.
Penhoat
by Duo Barbedette Quenderff When the magical strings of the harp of Hoëla Barbedette and the double bass of Delphine Quenderff are plucked, a duo is born.
Peppermint
Boy - Contemporary pieces of harpShowcase of original new talent from a rising generation of harp students. All the pieces are composed and performed by the nine students pictured overleaf. Together they form a varied and eclectic range of exciting new music for both the pedal harp and clarsach. This album also reflects the recent upsurge of interest in this unusual and versatile instrument and it is hoped that many up-and-coming harpists will be inspired by the beauty and originality of these compositions and wish to play them for themselves. The sheet music for these tunes is also available
The
Perfect Blend The harp and voice of Isobel Mieras. After a lifetime of playing, teaching and performing, this recording contains some of my favourite music and great deal of self indulgence, including tunes for all of my four grandchildren. Thanks to my friend and colleague, Jim Ferguson for the fiddle tracks and to all my students from whom I have learned so much!
Phrydotia
by Ralf KleemannPhrydotia was recorded in an ancient church in Heidelberg during some calm autumn nights. The pieces are his own compositions and arrangements, playing with traditional tunes and Celtic music from Ireland and Brittany. Some of the pieces are improvised, others were partly arranged or composed beforehand.
Pop Harp by Rossitza MilevskaThe harp as you would never have imagined it, a modern and magical instrument, the perfect foil for the voice of harpist Rossitza Milevska. The CD is mainly of Rossitza's own songs or collaborations but also includes a lovely cover version of Beverly Craven's hit song Promise Me.
Poor Trade
by Rhodri DaviesIn September 2006 a Welshman, Rhodri Davies, travelled to Ireland to play harp with two Irishmen, David Lacey (percussion and electronics) and Dennis McNulty (computer). The trio recorded in St Patrick's church in Dalkey, just south of Dublin as children played in the school playground next door and roadworkers went about their business along the road. Poor Trade, the resulting CD is a rich, colourful swell of detailed improvisation captured in the moment by the skilled microphone of David Reid. Sensually brooding in places, gloriously alive in others this is passionate, joyous music.
Prayer by Janet HarbisonThe inspiration for this harp project arose from a small legacy left by a patient in the Northern Ireland Hospice in 1986 who wished that Janet's music would still be available to the patients at the hospice after she took up a full time job and could no longer play for the Day Hospice Programme.
Quatuor
Harpege Volume 1 by
Quatuor HarpegeThe first album from Quatuor Harpege, harp quartet, which was formed in Geneva in 1990, While the music is, in the main, standard solo harp repertoire, hearing these works as a quartet is rather unusual.
Quatuor
Harpege Volume 2 by
Quatuor HarpegeThe first album from Quatuor Harpege, harp quartet, which was formed in Geneva in 1990, While the music is, in the main, standard solo harp repertoire, hearing these works as a quartet is rather unusual.
The
Quiet Tradition by Alison Kinnaird and Christine Primrose
Alison
Kinnaird and Christine Primrose are already well-known as outstanding
solo performers in their respective fields of traditional Gaelic
song and Scottish harp. Christines beautiful voice with its
effortless traditional style is accompanied by Alisons sensitive
harp playing in a way which does not detract from the character
of the singing, but supports it and adds an extra dimension
to the music. Their repertoire includes love songs, laments
and descriptive pieces, as well as lively dance music.
Queen of Harps by Ann HeymannAnn, from Minnesota, is recognised as the foremost exponent of the wire-strung harp in the world. The wire-strung harp, or clarsach, was the harp of the Gaels of Ireland and Scotland. Through her knowledge of traditional music from her Irish American family background, and her study of the surviving music and manuscripts, Ann has re-invented the techniques necessary to play this majestic instrument.
Queen
of the Welsh Harp by Nansi RichardsNansi Richards Jones or Telynores Maldwyn ("the Harpist of Montgomeryshire") as she was known, was undoubtedly the outstanding influence in the field of traditional harp-playing in Wales during the 20th century. She not only brought the harp - and especially the traditional Telyn Deires ("the Triple Harp") - back into prominence in Wales, but inspired a generation of young harpists to master the national instrument of Wales, and to discover the treasure of our traditional folk melodies.
Reaction by Double ActionDouble Action’s cutting-edge debut album Reaction features new music for two harps by; Paul Patterson, Dai Fujikura, Lex van Delden, Eleanor Turner and Geoffrey Poole. Keziah Thomas (harp) and Eleanor Turner (harp)
Rip
the Calico by Paul DooleyPaul Dooley, one of the leading exponents of the Irish harp in its historical form and style - playing a 34 brass wire-strung harp, with a frame of cherry and soundbox made from of one piece of willow and plucking the strings with the fingernails. This CD showcases his pioneering work in performing Irish dance music on his traditional harp. This recording also features traditional Irish music and compositions by both Paul Dooley and Neil Dickie.
The Road
to Aberystwyth / Y Ffordd i Aberystwyth Farewell the National Library, the trolley and the stack,
Farewell to all you archivists, I'm shouldering my pack:
I'm leaving dusty volumes, my harpstrings are now set,
Across the World I'll sing for Wales, and never will regret!
RHB, Christmas 1986 (with apologies to Frank Hennessey).
The
Romantic Harp by
Judy Loman This recital of mainly late Romantic harp repertoire not only illustrates the important contribution of French composers to the genre but some of the innovative techniques introduced by composers of the early twentieth century. Concluding with the virtuosic Ballade composed by the great Franco-American harpist Carlos Salzédo, the disc includes a movement from the Harp Concerto ‘And then at night I paint the stars’ by the contemporary Canadian composer, Kelly-Marie Murphy, written for Judy Loman.
Romantic
Moments by
Janet Bennett - Harpist & Singer This has something for everyone. It is again a mixture of classical and popular music and songs - suitable for weddings and as background music.
Romantic
Music for Flute and Harp. János Bálint, Flute
and Nóra Mercz, Harp The combination of flute and harp is one that is peculiarly satisfying, the one instrument a foil to the other. The eleven transcriptions recorded start with the Intermezzo from Bizet's Spanish opera Carmen, a realistic drama of love, jealousy and murder, set in Seville.
'Round
The Corner - Deborah Henson-Conant ROUND THE CORNER (1993) is a re-release of Deborah's 1987 recording of jazz standards. Songs include: Over the Rainbow (Wizard of Oz Medley), Take Five, 'Round the Corner, Georgia on My Mind, Blue Bossa, Swingin' Shepherd Blues, Summertime. DETAILS: harp, bass & drums. With John Lockwood (bass) and Bob Gullotti (drums)
The
Rune of the Moon by Margaret Knight
Music of the British
Isles - Traditional tunes from around the British Isles including well
know melodies such as Bian Boru's March, Greensleeves, The Skye Boat
Song and The Ash Grove and gems which deserve to be better known including
A Tailur, Kishmuls Gallery and St. Bride's Coracle.
Sacred
and Profane by Michael Bochmann (violin) & David Watkins (harp)When two distinguished musicians get together, the results are always powerful and fascinating. The music performed on this CD ranges from classical to folk song arrangements, Massenet's lovely Meditation from Thaïs and Bach - Gounod's Ave Maria being the former and the traditional "Summer is i-cumen in" and Moll in the Wadd being the latter
Same
Sound - But Different by Rüdiger OppermannRüdiger Oppermann, born in 1954, is Germany´s foremost celtic harp player. He began playing the harp in 1973 and has since virtuosically surpassed all existing standards on this instrument. His High-Headed Irish Harp or Clairséach is strung with 38 gold-plated bronze strings. With an elaborately carved column and unique mechanism on each string for the use of bending notes (as in the blues), Rüdiger has constructed an absolutely personal instrument.
Sidan
Glas by Gwenan Gibbard Sidan Glas (Blue Silk) displays the whole range of Gwenan Gibbard's talents, as harpist and singer, as composer and arranger, and in Maartin Allcock she has found a kindred spirit who compliments her with great skill. They are joined by other renowned instrumentalists and the result is a great tapestry of diverse musical influences which yet remains true to the Welsh folk music tradition.
Silent
Night Christmas Celtic Harp by Claire Hamilton Album of Christmas Music performed on Celtic Harp by Claire Hamilton with accompaniment on some tracks by John Dalton (Flute, Soprano Sax & Whistle) and Martin Hanstead (Violin). This seasonal recording of Carols and Christmas Music includes many Yule Tide favourites - including The First Noel, Deck The Halls, (solo & ensemble versions), Away in a Manger and the title track Silent Night.
Sept
Sonates Progressives - F.J. Naderman by Danielle
Perrett This set of sonatas was possibly played by Josephine Bonaparte when Naderman was her teacher. These under-rated works reflect the turbulent times of the early 19th Century when they were composed, and are worthy of more serious attention. On this recording they are played with due vigour on a wonderful modern reproduction (by Beat Wolf) of the type of harp made by Naderman's family.
The
Scottish Harp by Alison KinnairdReleased in 1988, this is a compilation CD with tracks taken from Alisons previous three recordings - 'The Harp Key', 'The Harpers's Gallery' & 'The Harpers Land' - plus three extra tracks. Alison's records were the first to bring attention to the repertoire of the Scottish harp and to give the instrument a solo rather than an accompanying role. She continues to stress the importance of playingharp tunes rather than simply playing tunes on a harp. A must for all those interested in harp and for those looking for music that has charm and beauty.
Scottish
Island
by William JacksonShips' bows ploughing noisily through foaming seas-sails pulling against straining and creaking ropes-waves falling gently on silver sands or ocean rollers crashing against rugged towering cliffs-the cry of the guillemot-or the gannet-or the black-headed gull as they swoop and soar. William Jackson's A Scottish Island evokes all of these sounds and creates vivid mental pictures, sometimes within the memory, sometimes within the imagination.
Serenâd
by Elinor Bennett and Meinir HeulynTwo of Wales’ leading harpists join forces to present, for the first time on CD, harp duos by John Thomas. This is the third album for Elinor and Meinir to record harp duets on the Sain label.
The
Silver String by Alison KinnairdReleased in 2004, this is the long awaited album from Alison Kinnaird. It features Alison on gut and wire strung harps and cello and contains 13 tracks. Alison is joined on the album by Ann Heyman, Charlie Heymann, Alasdair White, Mike Katz, Christine Primrose and Robin Morton. Included with the CD is a free DVD featuring 3 short films relating to Alison`s music and the other side of her artistic endeavour as a glass artist.
Skimmerin
by Strange RainbowCatriona McKay - harp & Alistair MacDonald - live electronics an adventurous musical collaboration!
The
Sky Didn't Fall by Kathryn Tickell and Corrina HewatNorthumbrian piper and fiddler Kathryn Tickell, awarded BBC Radio 2's 2005 Folk Musician of the Year, in a duo with harpist Corrina Hewat, one of the most distinctive, original and versatile artists on the contemporary Scottish scene. Two excellent musicians and a CD which compliments the talents of both. Great playing and singing.
SLW by Rhodri Davies"Following on the critically lauded IJ, Formed Records is pleased to announce SLW, a quartet featuring Burkhard Beins, Lucio Capece, Rhodri Davies, and Toshimaru Nakamura. The album captures these improvisors at their finest, blending their unique approaches to improvisation into a dynamic field. The great creative range of these performers gives the single improvisation an episodic feel, with layers of interaction and frames of sound moving around each other." Formed Records
Soirbheas
by Sarah Deere-JonesTraditional and original Celtic harp pieces along with the magical sound of the Aeolian harp, recorded at various ancient sites throughout Celtic Britain and Ireland. Sarah Deere-Jones, one of England's finest Celtic harp players, has blended these two instruments, with her own improvisations and the sounds of nature. 'Absolutely magnificent' - John Shaw
Song
for the Earth by Monika StadlerThis is the fourth CD by Monika Stadler (Harp & Voice), featuring Georg Ludvik (Cello), Reinhard Ziegerhofer (Acoustic Bass) and Franz Schmuck (Percussion). All tunes are composed and arranged by Monika Stadler, except "Rondo Naningo" composed by Deborah Henson-Conant and arranged by Monika Stadler.
Sound of the Paraguayan Harp by Diego Vera
In 2003 Diego Vera toured England as part of Harp 3, a trio of Paraguayan harpists, playing in London, Oxford, Peterborough, Leeds, Newcastle, and Sunderland and in 2004 he performed in Poland and Hungary, as well as making a return visit to England in September. This is his first solo CD, and includes Diego's own arrangements of some of the most beautiful Paraguayan tunes as well as a selection of well-known international pieces.
Standing
Wave by Wendy StewartThis third solo CD from Wendy Stewart and her first post-Ceolbeg explores the resonances, layers and quiet energy of the traditional harp music she has played, composed, arranged and taught for over 30 years. This collection of unashamedly harp-focused tracks is strongly influenced by the landscape of South West Scotland where she now lives, by the natural rhythms of this environment and by family and friends.
Starfish
by Catriona MaKayCatriona McKay - Scottish harp and Starfish McKay harp joined by Donald Grant - fiddle; Fionan 'Fionomenal' De Barra - guitar; Matt Baker - double bass; Alistair MacDonald - laptop wizardry; Seamus Egan - nylon guitar on track 9 & Red Skies - strings.
Still,
Life with Jazz Harp by Park StickneyPark's latest solo CD (August 2005), sets a new standard for Jazz Harp. There are two compositions by Park Where's Mary Ford? and the title track Still, Life with Jazz Harp which sit perfectly with music by Mancini, Desmond, Ellington, Hammerstein and the beautiful Recuerdos de los "Recuerdos del Alhambra" (Tarrega). Park's arrangement of Holst's Jupiter .... which has a 3 little twists in the tails.
Stille
Wasser
by Jochen VogelAlthough Jochen Vogel has never described himself as a bard, his aim is to move people through his music. Starting with traditional Irish and Scottish music and moving on to jazz, pop and Indian influences, Jochen Vogel now exploits the vast range of musical opportunities at his disposal, fusing his richly diverse influences to create an elemental, highly personal musical language.
Strange
New Lands by Nadia Birkenstock"This musician is more than an accomplished master of the celtic harp, she is also an expert in uplifting your spirits in a musical way. In short: Very relaxed, very atmospheric, very recommendable." C.Ruf, Dresdener Zeitung (Germany)
String
Theory by CF47 - The Catrin Finch BandIn the summer of 2004 I got asked to give a Concert in Lyon, France, with a Big Band. I thought it was a strange idea, but was excited to find Out how it would sound. The main concerns were balance, and how the sound of the harp would mix with the brass sound, and indeed what we would play! It was a great success, and above all a lot of FUN! So, on the Eurostar journey home I texted a good friend of mine Tom Watson (an amazing trumpeter with whom I studied at the Royal Academy), and asked if he would be interested in joining us with such a project and helping with the arrangements etc. He said he would certainly give it a go so, our project began in the autumn of 2004.
Strings
Over Time ... by Charlotte PoulterStrings Over Time - perhaps a favourite of BBC Radio 2's Sarah Kennedy who has used most tracks to follow the daily "Pause for Thought" spot on the Dawn Patrol. A charming debut CD from Welsh harpist Charlotte Poulter.
Sugarcane
by ShineIf you need proof that less is more, this is it. With just three voices and two electroharps, Shine produce an album that’s breathtaking, haunting, beautiful and innovative and full of a magic that simultaneously encapsulates and challenges the essence of Scottish music.
Talking Hands - Deborah Henson-Conant Contemporary Jazz recording of original songs by Deborah Henson-Conant or the Band including Siana's Dream, Talking Hands, The Day it Rained Forever, Farewell to Arms, My Mother's Mexican Hat, Into the Light, California Calypso, And Then He Kissed Me . . . , Lazy Lover. Deborah is joined by Mino Cinelu (percussion), William Galison (harmonica), George Jinda (percussion), Chieli Minucci (guitar), David Samuels (vibes), Fernando Saunders (bass).
Tango
y Folklore by Duo Ramos-SchneiderTango, South American Folklore, our own compositions, traditional musical interpretations, others with subtle chamber type and more modern arrangements. This CD expresses a varied array of musical hues, representing us at this time. It is the onset of our path with its Latin American roots towards the search for our own music, the mark of what we are today, ever changing as always.
Tea
for Two by Celtica Duo ' ..... the combination of the harp with the oboe is a winning formula - sweet and witty .... under the captivating spell of these players the time flew too quickly for us.'Cardiff Post - St. David’s Hall, Recital.
Telling
The Sound by Michiko Semba The first 14 tracks on the delightful CD are Japanese tunes composed between the Edo Period and 1949 which have been arranged for the Irish Harp by Michiko Semba. The CD finishes with Midnight Light an original composition by Michiko, 3 traditional Irish Tunes and a traditional lullaby from Denmark. The sheet music - Japanese Tunes for Irish Harp, with the scores of the first 14 tracks is also available.
Telyn
by Llio Rhydderch Llio Rhydderch's "Telyn" has made a huge impression in world traditional music."Brilliant Harp Wizardry" Derek Bell, The Chieftains.
Telynor
Portmeirion by Dylan RowlandsWonderful mixture of Traditional Welsh Music and other well known tunes from his extensive repertoire of self arrangements used during his years as Offical Harpist at Portmeirion.
Telynor
Portmeirion Harpist by Dylan RowlandsA second album from the Dylan Rowlands - all arranged by the performer from his extensive repertoire used during his years as Offical Harpist at Portmeirion.
The
Harp of King David by Dominique Piana with
Gregory Yaroslow (tenor)The Harp of King David, Songs of longing and hope, evolved from a concert programme envisioned as a poetic re-creation of a vibrant culture suspended in time by historical events, alining itself behind the legendary figure of King David.
This
son so young by Rebecca Flannery (harp) with
Liesl Odenweller (Soprano) John
Rose (organ)"There is much to appreciate in this recorded performance, especially the obvious sensitivity of the three artists, Odenweller's pretty soprano and the equal prominence given the harp and organ. Not easy with such a tonally differing duo."-- The New Mexican, Santa Fe
The
Thorn Tree by Gráinne HamblyThis is Gráinne's third solo harp CD of traditional Irish dance music, slow airs and pieces from the 17th and 18th century harp repertoire.
Tide of Change by Irene Watt Irene's singing career literally began at her father's knee, with her earliest stage the family drinking table. Since then, she has continued to captivate audiences with her warm, melodic voice and sparkling personality. When she first encountered the harp, a mere three years ago, a perfect partnership was forged. In recent years, Irene has become a regular on the traditional and folk music scene, where her lively and moving performances have won her many awards, and just as many fans.
Tides
by Ralf KleemannTides, Ralf Kleemann's second solo album containing music for New Celtic Harp follows the success of his first album Prydotia, with further development of his own music. The 12 tracks are new and of their own kind, displaying the full character of the Celtic harp.
Timing
Her by Sarah Deere-JonesEnglish acoustic music at its best featuring Sarah Deere-Jones on harp, Phil Williams on Cittern and smallpipes with Steve Potter on violin. A collection of dazzling instrumentals, lively dance tunes and Sarah's new 'folksong' settings of some of the poems by Thomas Hardy. 'Hauntingly beautiful' - Hardy Society
A
Touch of Class by Janet
Bennett - Harpist & Singer This CD contains a mixture of classical, popular and traditional music and songs, a guest flautist and even some jazz! It is perfect for background music and weddings.
Touching Gold by Claire Jones Debut album by Claire Jones, who was appointed official Royal Harpist to HRH The Prince of Wales in 2007. This recording features music by Gershwin & Fats Waller as well as varied classical harp repertoire so from Ravel's 'Pavane' and Handel's 'Prelude' and 'Toccata' to the melody from 'Rhapsody in Blue' and 'Ain't Misbehavin'', accompanied by orchestra you will be Touching Gold!
TRABACI:
Keyboard Music, Book II (1615) Sergio Vartolo - Harpsichord and Organ; Andrew
Lawrence King - HarpTrabaci was one of the most important musical innovators in the 17th century. As a skilled organist, his major church appointments in the Naples area provided him with the financial stability to write 165 works for the keyboard. Many serve the multiple purpose of being adaptable for organ, harpsichord or instrumental groups.
Traditional Celtic Harp by Claire HamiltonA lovely selection of Celtic Music performed on Celtic harp with accompaniment which includes Riverdance, Molly Malone, Skye Boat Song, Flower of Scotland and The Londonderry Air (Danny Boy) is this journey the Celtic Lands.
Travellers'
Suite by Margaret Knight Enjoy a holiday in sound. Travel over the waters into Europe -Tournier 'Vers la Source' where you will be Welcomed into the Bergen community in Norway -Tveit. 'Welcome with honour'. Then come with me to see the vast beauty of Russia - Zabel 'Margerite douleureuse au rouet' see the girl at her spinning wheel. Now relax in your hotel room in Paris where the sun puts its arm through the window and makes Poulenc 'Hotel' .......
Tree of
Strings by The Duplets With two Scottish harps intertwined, The Duplets are hailed as “leading lights of Scottish music”. Gillian Fleetwood and Fraya Thomsen “sing and play old and new music with imagination.”– Norman Chalmers. In the title track on their debut album ‘Tree of Strings’ they “entrance with their poise and beauty.”- Delyth Jenkins.
Trio
Elisa "Trio Elisa" is a French Trio performing music of Faure, Bizet, Ravel & Debussy arranged for two harps and violin by Sandrine Luzignant, many of whose arrangements are published by Creighton's Collection. The Trio is Elizabeth Fontan-Binoche (harp), Sandrine Luzignant (harp) and Philipee Monville (violin).
The
Triumph of Time - Part I - Jane
Leslie MacKenzie (soprano), Michael
Bochmann (violin), David
Watkins (harp)
Part
1 of 2. These
two CDs contain songs and arias which embrace all aspects of love -
or even the lack of it, as in Byron’s chill
words ‘To the Moon’ (An
den mond) and set for harp accompaniment by Schumann. “True
genius does not make sense without a heart. Neither the highest intelligence,
nor imagination, or even both together make a genius. LOVE, LOVE, LOVE,
THAT is the Spirit of Genius.” - Mozart
The
Triumph of Time - Part II - Jane Leslie MacKenzie
(soprano), Michael Bochmann (violin), David Watkins (harp)Part 2 of 2. These two CDs contain songs and arias which embrace all aspects of love - or even the lack of it, as in Byron’s chill words ‘To the Moon’ (An den mond) and set for harp accompaniment by Schumann. “True genius does not make sense without a heart. Neither the highest intelligence, nor imagination, or even both together make a genius. LOVE, LOVE, LOVE, THAT is the Spirit of Genius.” - Mozart
Travels with My Harp Volume 2 DVD by Mary
O'Hara
One’s
interpretation of songs evolves over time and likewise the accompaniments.
My recordings of the songs in Travels With My Harp V2 were made at different
times, sometimes part of live performances, and what is on the various
recordings may not always in every detail accord exactly with what appears
on paper in the scores.
The
Unkown Road by Mario Falcao The Unknown Road is an exciting, intricate journey through transcriptions of historic selections such as the 16th-century "Diferencias sobre 'Guardame las vacas'" by Luys de Narvaez and newer pieces like Philip Glass' "Modern Love Waltz" and "Sonatina Prodigio" by Virgilio Mortari.
Villa-Lobos
Chamber Music by Mobius Heitor Villa-Lobos put Brazilian music on the cultural map with an output that can be compared to the vastness and diversity of his own country. This survey of Villa-Lobos’ chamber works spans his entire career, from the attractively wistful Song of the Black Swan (1917) to the refined, and rarely-recorded Quintette instrumental (1957). The Duo for Violin and Viola (1946), as substantial a piece as those by Mozart and Martinů, includes one of the composer’s most haunting Adagios.
Virtuoso
Harp by Ann Griffiths “I should like to end by recommending a delectable solo harp recital played with enticing guile by Ann Griffiths. She captivates with her very opening piece . . . . Ann Griffiths is atmospherically recorded, and this recital is ideal for late-evening listening . . . . very winning.” Ivan March Gramophone
Wandering
Between The Worlds by Nadia Birkenstock“Enthusiastic fans as well as objective connoisseurs of the scene attest her an Irish soul that becomes apparent in her fairy-like delicate singing and the masterly skills on an instrument that is not exactly easy to handle. Her sensitive attitude opens the hearts of her audience and creates a very special atmosphere.”Westdeutsche Zeitung
Watersongs
by Bazaaris
It
all started with an incidental, unforgettable marathon-trio-session
with Asita, Björn and Fredrik. After that much more
than a band was born… a deep friendship on and off
stage is an unmistakable part of the Bazaaris – sound! Since
their first album Live they have been busy again touring
and recording, this their second live-cd “Watersongs” was
released during spring 2006
The Welsh Gold Collection: Heartstrings This collection brings together many of Wales' finest harpists, performing traditional Welsh melodies which have particular appeal to them. And as with most Welsh experiences, the heart features strongly : Heartstrings - affairs of the heart, played with vigour and style, on the strings of the harp!
West
over the Sea by Gentle Songs & Slow AyresWest over the sea takes us to a zone where time stands still - archaic stringed instruments and voice with harper Helen Davies on Celtic harp and singer Agnethe Christensen on Baltic cittern. The timeless beauty of texts and music with roots in the mists of the Scandinavian heritage.
Wege
by Jochen VogelAlthough Jochen Vogel has never described himself as a bard, his aim is to move people through his music. Starting with traditional Irish and Scottish music and moving on to jazz, pop and Indian influences, Jochen Vogel now exploits the vast range of musical opportunities at his disposal, fusing his richly diverse influences to create an elemental, highly personal musical language.
Wild
Irish Rose A Collection of Romantic Irish Favourites by Claire Hamilton A collection of favourite Irish tunes performed on Celtic harp by Claire Hamilton with accompaniment. As well as the title track this CD features Have I told you lately (Van Morrison), My lagan Love, The Great Silke and Women of Ireland.
Wild
Mountain Thyme The Sound of the Celtic Harp by Claire Hamilton Album of Celtic Music performed on lever harp by Claire Hamilton with accompaniment. This delightful CD includes some very well known tunes including Londonderry Air (Danny Boy); Down in the Sally Gardens; She Moved through the Fair; Have I Told You Lately?; The Star of County Down; Theme from ‘Harry’s Game’ and Carrickfergus; A great introduction to the harp for lovers of Celtic Music.
Winter
Tales by Nadia Birkenstock“Enthusiastic fans as well as objective connoisseurs of the scene attest her an Irish soul that becomes apparent in her fairy-like delicate singing and the masterly skills on an instrument that is not exactly easy to handle. Her sensitive attitude opens the hearts of her audience and creates a very special atmosphere.”Westdeutsche Zeitung
Y
Gwenith Gwynnaf by Gwenan GibbardY Gwenith Gwynnaf - the whitest wheat is Gwenan’s debut album with Sain and features a selection of her arrangements of Traditional Welsh music. Gwennan performs on both a Camac Aziliz lever harp and a Bryan Blackmore Triple Harp. On some tracks there are guest appearances from Maartin Allcock - guitar, bass and bouzar, Huw Roberts / Stephen Rees - fiddle, Dafydd Roberts - flute and whistle and Deian Elfryn - percussion.
Yn
Y Gwaed by Rhes GanolThe first ever recording of the Welsh triple harp choir. Rhes Ganol is a group of five triple harps following in the footsteps of the last triple choir in Wales which performed for the Abergavenny National Eisteddfod before the First World War. Meticulously researched, the music has been chosen & arranged by the group members who carry the mantle of the traditional harp of Wales. The instrument has been played for over three centuries producing a unique body of music and technique for the Welsh Nation.
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