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Learn to play harp

diaspora — Wed, 20 May 2009 23:34:57 +0000

with Katie McMahon!

If you’re anywhere near Minneapolis and have a passion for harp and voice, and a desire to learn, you’re very much in luck. Former Riverdance singer and harpist Katie McMahon is teaching beginning and intermediate harp & voice and you can get all the details at her new website here.

Harp: Katie teaches the classical technique she studied from her own wonderful harp teacher Denise Kelly (Ireland’s National Symphony Orchestra harpist), and special emphasis is placed on technique, music reading skills and musicality. Once you reach a certain proficiency you are encouraged to pursue whatever musical style you wish, whether it be jazz, rock classical, Irish or folk.

Voice: Katie is a classically trained soprano and has also delved into folk and new age. She is open to teaching in many styles and you will also learn about proper breathing technique and interpretation of the lyrics and music.

What can we say, an opportunity to learn from a real star, and we expect to hear the sweet sound of music drifting beautifully over the City of Lakes!

Katie McMahon…

diaspora — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 01:42:06 +0000

is simply a great musical talent and a star to be proud of in our Irish diaspora.

Her exquisite voice and captivating music take you on a journey that is both elegant and inspiring, and her Irish traditional sounds, combined with a subtle classical edge, leave you in no doubt that you’re experiencing an enchanting moment.

Katie’s latest album, St Patricks Day, is a celebration of St. Patrick, springtime and all things Irish. We found a review online that sums it up…

“This stunningly woven tapestry of music conjures up memories of many visits to Ireland. To hear English and Gaelic sung so beautifully to traditional and original tunes is breathtaking. The delightful arrangements serve only to underline the performances whilst they manage to captivate and transport the listener to a very special place. With St Patrick’s Day Katie McMahon has delivered an enticing collection of music and musical artistry.”

…and to get you in the mood here’s a live recording of one of the musical tracks taken during a show in her home city, Minneapolis.

Keep on rockin’ Katie we say!