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Classical / Popular
Alina - ID452
Styles Classical / Popular
Counties Cumbria • Durham • Northumberland • Borders • Central • Fife • Lothian
Biography
Alina is an International Harpist based in Edinburgh. Her virtuoso performances and imaginative programmes have established her reputation as a harpist of exceptional accomplishment.
Complete your perfect day with the romantic sound of her harp playing. Let this breathtaking instrument create a unique atmosphere for your celebration. Alina's music is available for religious, civil and humanist ceremonies, wedding breakfasts, dinners and receptions.
Her comprehensive catalogue of over 200 pieces includes classical, jazz and world traditional music. She plays a Salisbury pedal harp by Pilgrim Harps (England) and an Aida clarsach by Salvi (Italy). Both harps are uniquely fitted with electric pick-ups and can be appropriately amplified if required. Both instruments can be moved to various locations (indoors or outdoors) during an event if necessary.
Free consultation is available for you to discuss any special requests. Alina will help you to create a magical programme tailored to your individual wishes. If you would like to complement the tender tones of the harp, the elegant combination of a Harp and Flute duo or beautiful Harp, Flute and Vocalist Trio is also available.
Alina is one of the most exciting harpists based in Scotland. Her virtuoso performances and imaginative programmes have established her reputation as a harpist of exceptional accomplishment. She has had the honour of playing at Scottish and European Parliaments, at the Queen's 80th-birthday celebrations at Balmoral and at the King of Thailand's birthday celebrations in Bangkok.
Alina studied at the F. Chopin Academy of Music in Warsaw, Poland (Masters in Arts), and The University of Arizona, USA (Masters in Music Performance).
She has performed with many major European orchestras, including the Young World Symphony Orchestra, the National Opera in Warsaw and Scottish Opera.
She has released a solo album that is believed to be the first pedal harp CD made in Scotland.
Alina composes and arranges music for harp and clarsach and has been commissioned to arrange a cycle of Thai King's songs for harp ensemble. Her first work was performed to a great critical acclaim at the Harp Festival in Cardiff last year.
Harp, Soprano & Flute Trio
Their performances to date have been greatly appreciated for their imaginative programming, featuring an eclectic mix of classical, Scottish and World Traditional music. This trio is available for weddings, concerts and Burns Suppers.
Harp and Flute Duo
Their unique and varied programmes incorporate standard repertoire, contemporary works and innovative transcriptions.
SAMPLE REPERTOIRE:
* Pedal Harp or Clarsach (Lever Harp)
** Pedal Harp only
Wedding Ceremony
Processional Music for the arriving of the Bride
*R.Wagner - Bridal Chorus from Lochengrin
*J. Pachelbel (1653-1706) - Canon in D
*GF Handel - Arrival of the Queen of Sheba
*JS Bach - Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring
**JS Bach - Air from Goldberg Variations
* James Horner - Brave Heart
*J.Massenet - Meditation from Thais
*J. S. Bach & C. Gounod - Ave Maria
Signing of the Register
*Alan Menken - Love theme from Beauty & the Beast
* G. Puccini - O Mio Babbino Caro, Musetta's Waltz
*JS Bach - Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring, Air from Suite in D Major
*C. Debussy (1862-1918) - La fille aux cheveux de lin
*F. Chopin (1810-1949) - Prelude Op 28, No 7
*J.Massenet - Meditation from Thais
*Erik Satie Premiere Gymnopedie
*Anonymous - Romanza
**Louis Bonfi - Black Orpheus
*H.Carmichael - Georgia On My Mind
*Nino Rota - Romeo & Juliet
*New Britain, 1831 - Amazing Grace
*Robert Burns - Oh! My love is like a red, red rose
*L. Van Beethoven (1770-1827) - Fur Elise
**F. Chopin (1810-1949) - Mazurka, Op 24, No 1/Posse
**C. Debussy (1862-1918) - Clair de Lune, The<
WHY BOOK WITH THE AGENCY?
- Founder, Geoff Robb is a full time musician and agent with over 15 years professional experience and is extremely knowledgeable about both the industry and the artists he represents.
- All our acts are hand picked from the very best musicians available in the UK.
- Competitive quotes
- We provide a high level of customer service and are always available to answer your questions.