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Edinburgh Fringe: Harp Events

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If you in Edinburgh this August, don’t miss these wonderful harp events as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe:

 

In association with the Edinburgh Branch of The Clrsach Society:

Scotland’s Harps – A Celebration 1: Suberb duo Catriona McKay (clarsach) and Christ Stout (Shetland fiddle/viola) (Aug 18)

Scotland’s Harps – A Celebration 2: Talented young players perform traditional and contemporary music (Aug 20)

Scotland’s Harps – A Celebration 3: Na Clarsairean (the Scottish Harp Orchestra), Lothian Gaelic Choir and invited guests present a programme which is a veritable tapestry of Scottish music. The concert will also feature the second performance of Fiona Rutherford’s unique new composition, commissioned by EIHF in partnership with Drake Music Scotland, created for two disabled musicians and harp orchestra. (Aug 22)

 

Other exciting harp gigs include:
The Poozies: (Aug 12-13)
Macmaster/Hay with Rachel Newton and Calum McIntyre: (Aug 10)
Love: Alina Bzhezhinksa: (Aug 19-20)
Elinor Evans, Lunchtime Concert: (Aug 7)
Harp Sunday: Stephanie Harrison-Boond & Caitlin Bruce: (Aug 3, 10, 17, 24, 31)
Harping On! Pauline Vallance: (Aug 17, 19)


INDIA ALBA & THE CORRINA HEWAT BAND

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Pathhead Music Collective presents:

INDIA ALBA & THE CORRINA HEWAT BAND

Saturday 14 June, Pathhead Village Hall

Tickets £12/£8 Conc.

Complimentary Black Isle Beer for every ticket holder over 18

This is our final concert of what has been a rollercoaster of a ‘Creative Places Year’, so please do join in the party. A fully licensed bar is available and a curry café.

Music comes from India Alba and The Corrina Hewat Band whose leader originally hails from the Black Isle (hence the free beer!).

If you’re not familiar with the India Alba line-up they are our very own Nigel Richard, Ross Ainslie, Su-a Lee, Sharat Chandra Srivastava and Gyan Singh.  The Corrina Hewat band features three Heiders; Corrina (obviously), Tom Lyne and Dave Milligan as well as Fraser Fifield and Alyn Cosker.

Tickets are available to buy securely online from our website using THIS LINK or from Wahlberg’s Bakers, Main Street, Pathhead.
Ticket Price: £12/£8 (Concessions) Under 12s not admitted.

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This concert is officially sponsored by the lovely folks at the Black Isle Brewery who are supplying one of their fine organic beers to every ticket holder over 18.Do check out their website and Facebook pages

www.blackislebrewery.com
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FOR SALE – John Yule “Raven” Clarsach

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John Yule “Raven” Clarsach 34 strings Plastic levers Wooden legs Carrying bag Music stand in matching wood Tuning equipment Spare strings Many books (some with CDs) Height 45″ – Made in 2000 Good condition Located near Nairnshire £1,900.00 Contact Carolyn McKinnon – ian.mckinnon@virgin.net / 01667 453366      

INDIA ALBA & THE CORRINA HEWAT BAND

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Pathhead Music Collective presents: INDIA ALBA & THE CORRINA HEWAT BAND Saturday 14 June, Pathhead Village Hall Tickets £12/£8 Conc. Complimentary Black Isle Beer for every ticket holder over 18 This is our final concert of what has been a rollercoaster of a ‘Creative Places Year’, so please do join in the party. A fully licensed […]

Herald Angel Award: Cationa McKay & Chris Stout

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Harp and fiddle duo Catriona McKay and Chris Stout have won a Herald Angel Award at this year’s Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Catriona and Chris, who have worked together as a duo for almost twenty years, won the award following their concert as part of Scotland’s Harps series programmed by The Clarsach Society, Edinburgh Branch. Their programme […]

Elinor Evans’ Debut Album Launch

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Elinor Evans’ debut album is being launched on Friday 5th September at 7:30pm Venue: George Watson’s College, Colinton Road, Edinburgh, EH10 5EG FREE ENTRY  

Royal National Mod, 2014

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Royal National Mod, Inverness | 10-17 October 2014 The 111th Royal National Mod will take place in Inverness between the 10-17 October this year. Clarsach Competition Day is Wednesday, 15 October at Inverness High School.  The day will close with a celebratory ceilidh hosted by the Highland Branch of The Clarsach Society and will feature prizewinners […]

Autumn Harp Weekend

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Autumn Harp Weekend | 3-5 October 2014 | Gean House, Alloa | Tutor: Isobel Mieras There is a last opportunity to book one of the few remaining places on this popular course, designed to suit all levels except complete beginners.  In her inimitable patient and good humoured style,  Isobel will teach a wide range of music, including arrangements […]

Scots Music Group: Clarsach Classes

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Scots Music Group: Clarsach Classes| Term begins: Sept | Wednesdays, 7-9pm | Boroughmuir School | Tutor: Julia Somerville  Scots Music Group are running a clarsach class at beginners/post beginners level on Wednesday evenings at Boroughmuir High School, Edinburgh — starting in September. Learn how to play by ear in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Further details available on the SMG website

PG Cert in Scottish Culture & Heritage

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PG Certificate in Scottish Culture & Heritage | Starts September 2014 An opportunity to explore Scotland’s culture, past and present, from home, anywhere in the world  A new postgraduate certificate programme in Scottish Culture and Heritage will be the first of its kind to be delivered entirely online. It offers a unique opportunity to engage with the culture […]

FOR SALE : 34-strings Camac Aziliz lever harp

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I’m selling a beautiful 34-strings Camac Aziliz lever harp in natural maple finish. This harp is in perfect condition and comes with a tuning key, dust cover and Camac carrying case. For technical specifications, see the Camac website: http://www.camac-harps.com/en/harps-eng/lever-eng/aziliz-eng The price is £ 2500 and you’re welcome to come and see the harp in the […]

Hosokawa Harp Concerto World Premiere

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The Scottish Chamber Orchestra are delighted to be welcoming internationally recognised harpist Naoko Yoshino to perform the world premiere of Hosokawa’s new harp concerto on 9 October in Edinburgh. More information about the concerto can be found here.

For Sale: 34 string Pilgrim clarsach

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34 string Pilgrim clarsach in excellent condition. Includes carry case, tuning key, electronic tuner and microphone. £2,000.00 For further details please email: plm1@btinternet.com

Saltaire Harp Weekend

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Friday 19 – Sunday 21 September 2014 - with Eira Lynn Jones, Rhian Evans and Louise Thomson. Set in the beautiful World Heritage Site of Saltaire Village, a weekend of harp events will take place alongside the annual Saltaire Festival.  Technicians from Camac Harps France will be at the Early Music Shop, based at Salts […]

RCS Harp Repertoire 2014 – 2020

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New harp repertoire for the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland traditional music graded exams (2014-2020). Includes great arrangements and compositions from Scottish harp players and tutors. Tune list below. Exam books available to purchase via scotlandsmusic.com Exams (Grades 1-5) will be conducted at the Edinburgh International Harp Festival as well as at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland.   […]

Harps of Gold concert 2014

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The Clarsach Society invites you to join the harps of Na Clarsairean and the young voices of the George Watson’s College Caritas Choir for an enjoyable afternoon of festive carols and readings. Harps of Gold is an annual event with a chance for all harp players to join in and for the audience to join […]

Exhibition of Camac harps in Edinburgh – 22nd November 2014

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Telynau Vining Harps are pleased to announce their Autumn exhibition of Camac harps in Edinburgh on Saturday 22nd November. A wide range of harps will be available for purchase. The Exhibition will be held at Apartment 4 of The Knight Residence, 12 Lauriston Street, Edinburgh, EH3 9DJ. Further details can be found here.

Dare to be a teacher!

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Could you be a harp teacher?  Could you facilitate your local harp group? Could you share your knowledge, experience and enjoyment in playing?   If the answer to any of these questions is ‘yes’, then come along to this FREE course hosted by the Highland Branch of The Clarsach Society. In this course Charlotte Petersen […]

Elinor Evans’ Debut Album Launch

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Elinor Evans’ debut album is being launched on Friday 5th September at 7:30pm Venue: George Watson’s College, Colinton Road, Edinburgh, EH10 5EG FREE ENTRY  

RCS Harp Summer School

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Sharron Griffiths and Pippa Tunnell are  running the inaugural harp summer school at the RCS on the 13th-17th July. The course is for beginners to advanced [age 10-18, younger students will be considered].   The course will consist of classes on solo pieces, ensemble classes which will encompass all standards, technique workshops and workshops on many […]
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