Camac Blog
A vision in Pastel: The Debut Album from Mélanie Laurent
November 22, 2025
Gold medalist of the USA International Harp Competition and solo harpist of the Orchestre Philharmonique de Strasbourg, Mélanie Laurent is undoubtedly one of the most eminent French harpists working today. Given her background, she has a natural affinity with the ethereal music of her compatriots. In tribute to the exquisite lightness of French repertoire, Mélanie titled her debut album Pastel, a word rich with delicate connotations. We asked Mélanie what this title specifically meant to her. “The album title resonates with me in several ways. First, it's a nod to my origins, through the pastel flower, nicknamed ‘the blue gold" of Toulouse. It also represents a palette of soft, subtle colors, as well as a drawing medium, like the harp, allowing me to paint an impressionistic universe full of nuances. These hues evoke delicacy, transparency, and subtlety, suggesting without imposing.”Read more…
Félix Godefroid International Competition 2022: results of the”Excellence” category
April 9, 2022
After two intense days and a fantastic turn-out of no fewer than 83 candidates in total, the first results of the Félix Godefroid International Competition in Tournai are out! Read more…
Tournier’s “Images” for harp and string quintet, arranged by the composer
March 28, 2022
Thanks to Agnès Bérard and Lemoine Editions, previously unpublished versions of Tournier’s "Images" are now available for harp and string quintet. Read more…
Welcome Nicki to the Camac Team
March 24, 2022
Camac France has a new team member: bienvenue and welcome to Nicki Guinoiseau! Nicki has joined us as our export administrator in our Mouzeil headquarters - so, if you’re having a harp shipped, she is your port of call. Read more…
