Hosted by The Clarsach Society, the much-anticipated Edinburgh International Harp Festival (EIHF) returns to George Watson’s College from April 5th to April 9th, 2024. Festival goers can expect an exciting programme of concerts showcasing world-renowned harpists, emerging talents, collaborations, and ensembles as well as a full selection of courses and workshops facilitating learning in a welcoming and inclusive environment.
The cream of Scottish players are joined this year by acclaimed names from around the world, with traditions and outstanding creativity from Colombia, Paraguay, the US, Ireland, Italy and the UK joining together to celebrate the vibrancy and magic of the harp.
2024 artists include: Adriano Sangineto (Italy), Anne-Marie O’Farrell (Ireland), Chris Stout & Catriona McKay (Scotland), Diego Laverde Rojas (Columbia), Ingrid Henderson & Iain MacFarlane with Margaret Stewart (Scotland), James Ruff (USA), Sixto Corbalán & Pedro Martínez (Paraguay), Sunita Staneslow (USA), Sue Rothstein (England), Tarran (Scotland).
ARTISTS PERFORMING & their albums
Adriano Sangineto – Finisterra
Anne Marie O’Farrell – My Langan Love
Chris Stout and Catriona McKay – Bare knuckle
Diego Laverde Rojas – Latin American Harp: Tropical Evening Romance
Elinor Evans – Kaleidoscope
Ingrid Henderson & Iain Macfarlane – Cockerel in the Creel
Sixto Corbalan – Encantos de Mi Tierra
Tarran – Heartwood EP
OTHER CDS by harpists teaching at the festival
Ailie Robertson – Little Lights
Heather Downie – Nae Sweets For Shy Bairns
Màiri Macleòid – Ceol is orain
Rachel Hair – Élan
Wendy Stewart –Folds in the Field
Find out more http://www.harpfestival.co.uk/