Castle.
Harpist, Luisa-Maria studied at the University
of Surrey in Guildford. During this time she was part of the trio who won the
Croser-Hughes chamber music award for two years in succession. Since graduating
she has performed both internationally and through out the UK as a solo harpist,
with professional orchestras and opera companies. Luisa has played at many
prestigious venues and is a regular performer at National Trust
properties throughout the country, having been the official harpist at Warwick
Castle.
Her innovative approach to the Harp has led to duo collaborations with Flute, Oboe, a Soprano and also in the Harp Duo “Harpasonic”. Luisa has recently returned from a successful concert tour to the USA, which included live performances, radio and television broadcasts. Harpasonic will soon be launching a new touring show to demonstrate the more “funky” side of harp playing combined with a classical and Celtic approach. Their tours will include UK, America, France and Australia.
Teaching is also an enjoyable and important part of Luisa’s life and she is the Founder and Director of the Surrey Harp Ensemble. Their performances have included playing at the Barbican and touring Belgium. They are now preparing for concerts at The Vera Fletcher Hall, The Royal Albert Hall and in France.
Recently Luisa has been asked to host a joint Harp master class with Skaila Kanga, the Professor of Harp at the Royal Academy of Music.
Selection of past venues:-
Warwick Castle ~ Goodwood House
Woburn Abbey ~ Coombe Abbey
Lamport Hall ~ Canada House
Stowe Landscape Gardens ~ Kensington Palace Hotel
Hanbury Hall ~ Charlecote Manor
H.M.S. Warrior ~ Channel 4 Bafta Award Celebration
Weddings
Luisa’s Harp music compliments the Wedding Ceremony and or the Reception. Many brides have arrived to the distinctive and elegant sound of the Harp and it provides a relaxing and non-intrusive background to the Wedding Breakfast.
Luisa plays a selection of music from medieval to modern! Special requests prior to the Wedding are always welcome.
The Ceremony
Luisa will arrive forty minutes before the ceremony to set up and paly as your guests arrive
Music for the entrance of the Bride
Music whilst signing the register
Music for the Bride and Groom and guests to leave
The Photographs / Drinks Reception
Luisa will continue to play to entertain your guests whilst photographs are being taken
The Reception / Wedding Breakfast
Luisa will be pleased to play for the duration of
your Wedding Breakfast.
(Time to be agreed)
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