Camac Blog

‘Dasson an Delenn’ 2026: Registration is now open!

January 5, 2026
As of today, January 5, 2026, applications are now open for the 'Dasson an Delenn' Celtic harp competition!  Organised by Camac, the competition is designed for harp students under 21 of any nationality. It signals our ongoing commitment to fostering a culture of appreciation and admiration for the Celtic harp in all its guises.  Whereas our Camac Trophy, awarded each year as part of the Festival Interceltique de Lorient, recognises lever harpists at the highest professional level, we created the event in 2014 to provide opportunities to budding lever harpists to demonstrate their talent. It is a chance to perform publicly before a distinguished panel, showcasing repertoire for the lever harp—whether original compositions or arrangements. Read more…

Points of difference: Cécile Gravot and “Spring Fever”

November 25, 2024

For her new solo project, Cécile was attracted by the idea of a harpist playing two harps simultaneously. But over and above the visual interest this generates, it was musical and sonic considerations that motivated her. Read more…

“A key to invisible locks”: Mandragore comes to the Espace Camac

November 16, 2024

We are delighted to invite you to the ‘Cordes de soie’ concert by the travelling harpist Mandragore. Mandragore takes us on a fabulous journey from Bosnia to Central Asia to share her adventures, her passion for Balkan and Oriental music, and her passion for the harp. Ahead of her appearance at the Espace Camac, we asked Mandragore about her background, her painstaking research and some real life adventures! Read more…

Isabelle Moretti is awarded the Prix Gisèle Tissier-Grandpierre

November 14, 2024

Isabelle Moretti has been awarded the prestigious Prix Gisèle Tissier-Grandpierre 2023. The prize is designed to reward a harpist whose career deserves recognition. Read more…