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…
Deborah Henson Conant: 5-Day Harp Improv Challenge!
October 2, 2024
Our great friend Deborah Henson-Conant has a passion for teaching improvisation in all its forms, as evidenced by her hugely successful workshops and classes which take place both online and in person. once a year she shares a FREE Online 5-Day Harp Improv Challenge for harpists all over the world. This year it will take place from 7 October until 13 October, and you can register (for free) over at Deborah’s website. Read more…
From Camelot to Japan: Cécile Corbel at the Espace Camac
September 26, 2024
This week, Cécile Corbel will play to a sold-out house at the Espace Camac. This will be part of a number of performances in which the artist will launch her latest album Graal. This album is inspired by a crucial part of Anglo-Celtic culture. We asked Cécile how these legends influenced her latest creation. Read more…
Home at Last: Sophia Whitson and the Symphoniker Hamburg.
September 25, 2024
When you work in the world of orchestral music as a freelancer, ‘home’ is an interesting concept. After all, you have to make your home in whichever orchestra needs your artistry. This concept of making one’s home in changing surroundings runs through my conversation with Sophia Whitson, who has an enviable career freelancing with all the finest orchestras in Germany, and is first call harpist for the Symphoniker Hamburg. Read more…
