Harp
Irish harpists have never had it easy
Belfast harpist Ursula Burns on 30 years of breaking the boundaries and developing her own style of playing
What’s it all about, Alfi? - Trad
With an unusual line-up of harp, five string banjo and uilleann pipes, Alfi aren’t your standard Trad group
‘The harp has a real ability to cross borders and boundaries’ - Harp Ireland’s Lauren O’Neill
As this year’s Harps Alive festival continues, Sophie Clarke speaks to Harp Ireland CEO Lauren O’Neill about the history of harping and the importance of preserving tradition
Ulster harpers gather at ancient Grianán fort
More than sixty of Ireland’s leading young harp players have gathered at the ancient Grianán of Aileach fort in County Donegal for an unprecedented assembly of harpists.
Harpist hails ‘unforgettable experience’ on Kilimanjaro during world record bid
Siobhan Brady from Ireland hiked more than 19,000ft to perform a selection of songs at the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Harpist begins mission to break Guinness World Record on Mount Kilimanjaro
Siobhan Brady hopes to break a record she set in 2018 for the highest altitude harp performance.
The harpist who can help you tap into your body's 'orchestra' of healing
WE all might believe on some level that music calms the soul, but for scientist and harpist, Eileen Beamish, the connection between brain and music is deep and meaningful – and healing.
Harpist on mission to break Guinness World Record on Mount Kilimanjaro
Siobhan Brady hopes to break a GWR she set in 2018 for the highest altitude harp performance.
Harpist Esther Swift set to embark on solo tour of Scotland
Esther Swift will tour Scotland in March performing new material, with the harpist, composer and singer set to showcase her unique style.
Harpist speaks of her pride at performing for King Charles III
Claire Jones played a specially composed piece as the King and Queen Consort made their way through the Senedd to hear a motion of condolence.