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…
Camac’s 50th anniversary festival…in Paris!
August 31, 2022
Fifty years of passion for the harp, half a century at the heart of the harp community - it’s our anniversary year! Join our celebrations in Paris, October 21-23. Read more…
The World Harp Congress, Cardiff: grand finale!
July 29, 2022
The World Harp Congress has finished in style with brilliant music and an amazing party. As we pack up our exhibitions and board our flights, here’s some video memories from throughout the week. Read more…
The World Harp Congress, Cardiff: day six!
July 28, 2022
Day six at the World Harp Congress has stood out for the Camac team through its beautiful classical recitals on the one hand, and brilliant discovery of Wales and Welsh history on the other - with some gipsy swing in the middle. Read more…
