Camac Blog
“An extramusical trance”: Marcel Cara and Résurgence
March 21, 2025
"Résurgence" marks the debut recording of Marcel Cara. His style is rich in nuance and expressiveness, drawing listeners into a captivating sound world. This program explores the development of the harp in the 20th and 21st centuries, featuring works by Marcel Tournier, Gabriel Fauré, André Jolivet, Bruno Mantovani, and Takashi Yoshimatsu. What truly sets this recital apart, however, are Cara’s own arrangements of several Debussy masterpieces.Read more…
The 2nd Camac Harp Days in Denmark
March 12, 2025
Whether you're a seasoned harpist, an aspiring player, or simply a passionate admirer of the harp, the 2nd Camac Harp Days promises to be an unforgettable experience. Join us for a weekend filled with inspiration, connection, and a lot of harp music! Read more…
Académie Camac 2025: camaraderie, learning and development.
February 27, 2025
We have just returned from our recent Académie Camac 2025 in the stunning Provençal region! This year, we welcomed six talented young harpists from France, Wales, Singapore, and Lithuania, all aged 18-30, to immerse themselves in the art of harp playing. Thanks to our generous hosts, we were able to offer ideal conditions for these artists to enhance their skills through peaceful practice, delicious meals together, invigorating walks, and informal concert soirées. Of course, the most crucial aspect was undeniably the invaluable daily harp lessons from Isabelle Moretti. Read more…
Passion, Authenticity and Strong Foundations: Heather Downie
January 17, 2025
Scottish harpist Heather Downie is the principal lever harp tutor at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. She is also the creative force behind the wonderful online school: How to Harp. The community moves from the online world for the How to Harp retreat, which takes place next week in Stirling, Scotland. Read more…
