Camac Blog
A vision in Pastel: The Debut Album from Mélanie Laurent
November 22, 2025
Gold medalist of the USA International Harp Competition and solo harpist of the Orchestre Philharmonique de Strasbourg, Mélanie Laurent is undoubtedly one of the most eminent French harpists working today. Given her background, she has a natural affinity with the ethereal music of her compatriots. In tribute to the exquisite lightness of French repertoire, Mélanie titled her debut album Pastel, a word rich with delicate connotations. We asked Mélanie what this title specifically meant to her. “The album title resonates with me in several ways. First, it's a nod to my origins, through the pastel flower, nicknamed ‘the blue gold" of Toulouse. It also represents a palette of soft, subtle colors, as well as a drawing medium, like the harp, allowing me to paint an impressionistic universe full of nuances. These hues evoke delicacy, transparency, and subtlety, suggesting without imposing.”Read more…
More second-hand harps available online!
May 5, 2017
We have just published a large number of very beautiful second-hand harps, now available to buy online. Read more…
Camac Competition, London 2017: final results
May 1, 2017
The results of the Camac Competition, London 2017 are now out! And the winners are... Read more…
First round results, Camac Competition, London 2017
May 1, 2017
The following candidates will proceed to the final at the Camac Competition in London today. Best of luck to them! Read more…
