Agenda
Agenda
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The 3rd Helsinki Harp Festival will take place from 5th to 8th February 2026 at the Helsinki Music Centre and the world-famous Temppeliaukio (Rock Church) !
Organised by the Finnish Harp Society, the University of the Arts and the Sibelius Academy, the four-day festival focuses on Finnish harp music and harpist composers. Highlights will include concerts for young harpists and a specially commissioned work by Minna Leinonen for harp ensemble of all ages.
There will be performances of music by Finnish harpist-composers Lilly Kajanus-Blenner and Laura Hynninen, as well as concertos by Einojuhani Rautavaara and Kalevi Aho.
We at Camac Harps will present an exhibition of our harps in collaboration with Audiox.
The outstanding Claudia Lucia Lamanna will perform a recital and conduct several days of masterclasses. Our thanks and congratulations go to Artistic Director Päivi Severeide as she creates a festival to strengthen the position of Finnish harp music and bring contemporary composers and Finland-based harpists into the spotlight.
Facebook: Helsinki Harp FestivalInstagram: helsinkiharpfestival26Location: Helsinki Music Centre, FINLAND -
We are proud to collaborate with our friends at Telynau Vining Harps, and we will return to Wales in 2026 for a very special weekend of events in Cardiff!
There will be concerts and workshops by world-renowned international harpists, including Catrin Finch, Veronika Lemishenko, Gwenllian Llŷr, and Tsvetelina Likova.
There will be performances to appeal to all tastes and genres, including the unique jazz of Tara Minton and traditional harp from the exceptional Catriona Hewat.
The weekend also features a wide variety of classes and workshops, suitable for all styles, ages, and levels.For more details, download the full programme PDF here.
Such a busy weekend requires careful planning, so we strongly recommend downloading and reviewing the full programme before visiting the Telynau Vining website to complete your booking.
We are very excited to see you again in Cardiff!
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We are looking forward to the 15th edition of the Concours Français de la Harpe, taking place in the beautiful city of Limoges. The artistic directors, Véronique Chenuet and Marie-Monique Popesco, have once again expertly masterminded this large-scale competition, which encompasses harp playing at all skill levels, from the novice to the highly advanced.
The proceedings will kick off with a breathtaking recital, featuring the extraordinary talents of last year’s winner, Nicole Pedroni (Italy).
We take immense pride in our ongoing collaboration with this prestigious competition, and we are always thrilled to contribute to what has become an inspiring celebration of harp artistry.
As always, our team will be in place to provide servicing for Camac harps and an exhibition of harps for testing and purchase.
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20 Feb 2026
We are proud to invite you to an exceptional concert by the exceptional Mélanie Laurent (principal harp, Strasbourg Philharmonic Orchestra) at the Espace Camac on 20 February at 20 h. An international soloist, Mélanie is the First Prize winner of the USA International Harp Competition, whom Gautier Capuçon has hailed as an artist who “splendidly continues the great tradition of the French harp.”
With the participation of Elodie Laurent (viola) and Joséphine Poncelin (flute), Mélanie will perform solos and chamber music from the delicate and prismatic world of French music, of which she is a prominent exponent.
Some of that music will be drawn from her recent, critically acclaimed album “Pastel”, which leads us on: “A musical journey of gentleness and light, where the harp reveals its thousand shades. Rare works, masterpieces, and new transcriptions intertwine in an impressionistic, sensual, and poetic world. An ode to nature, imagination, creative women, and to beauty that withstands the passage of time…”
It will undoubtedly also be a celebration of music by great women composers. Come and enjoy works by Mel Bonis, Cécile Chaminade, and Renié, in this tribute to an exquisite aspect of the harp.
Booking is essential, follow the link to the box office here.
Adults: €10 / Under 18s: €5 / Under 12s: free
Camac is a partner of the 1%HARP association.
From now on, every ticket sold at our events will contribute to raising funds to create a genuine network of solidarity between harpists worldwide… To find out more and give your support, go to: onepercentharp.com
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We warmly invite you to join us for a special musical celebration of St. Patrick’s Day, with not one but two unmissable concerts at the Espace Camac on Friday, March 20.
First, at 6:30 p.m., we are delighted to welcome the duo Est en Ouest – Rencontre entre deux musiciens (Florence de Faucher, harp and vocals, and Éric Brongniart on Irish flute), who share a passion for traditional music. Head west for this concert to discover Irish music. A story that naturally begins with the baroque compositions of harpist Turlough O’Carolan, followed by songs evoking the turbulent history of the Emerald Isle, and of course, a dive into the repertoire of Irish sessions that enliven pubs around the world: jigs, reels, slides, hornpipes, polkas… Slàinte!
At 8 p.m., we will have the opportunity to enjoy the exceptional combination of the Celtic harp and uilleann pipes: Quentin Vestur and Glenn Gouthe present a wealth of traditional music from Ireland, Brittany, and Scotland, ranging from slow tunes to lively dances, as well as ancient and recently composed melodies.
The rare combination of uilleann pipes and Celtic harp led these two musicians to seek a meaningful dialogue between the instruments. They offer music that moves between elaborate arrangements and the compelling simplicity of traditional music, always delivering both energy and finesse.
Your reservation entitles you to two concerts for the price of one.
Reservations required; Book your places here
Adults: €10 / Under 18s: €5 / Under 12s: free
Camac is a partner of the 1%HARP association.
Every ticket sold at our events contributes to the creation of a genuine network of solidarity between harpists around the world.
To find out more and support this initiative: onepercentharp.com
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“Dasson an Delenn” is a Celtic harp competition organised by Camac, open to harp students under the age of 21 of all nationalities. It offers them the opportunity to perform in public and in front of a jury, playing a repertoire of music for lever harp (original music, composed or arranged for the harp).
Beyond the competition itself, this event aims to offer students and their teachers a weekend of encounters and promotion of the Celtic harp in a friendly and competitive atmosphere.
The competition is divided into four categories determined by age limits corresponding to progressive levels, from young novice harpists to future professional soloists. There is no minimum age to participate in a category, and participation in several categories is permitted.
Please visit the competition website for regulations and information on how to apply—applications open on 5 January 2026. As places are limited, registrations will be accepted in the order they are received and confirmed by email.
The Dasson an Delenn competition would like to warmly thank the management and staff of the Claude Debussy Conservatory of Music in Saint-Malo for their enthusiastic welcome, harp teacher Anne Le Signor for her valuable advice, the City of Saint-Malo for their support, and our partners Savarez strings, Galli strings, and Ischell microphones.
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We warmly invite you to an inspiring evening with a unique trio that breathes new life into the spirit of Mouez Breiz, Brittany’s pioneering record label of the 1950s. Once a symbol of cultural revival, Mouez Breiz captured Brittany’s rich musical heritage through raw, pioneering recordings.
Having thoroughly explored archival sources, this trio reimagines that legacy, blending traditional sounds with free improvisation and original composition.
The artists sample, dissect, and reimagine old recordings, weaving a rich, organic tapestry of sound that bridges past and present. They challenge conventions and create an unexpected sonic journey, paying homage to the artists of the original catalogue.
Join us for a concert that celebrates the past and explores the vibrant possibilities of Breton music today.
Pierre Stephan : Violon / Electronique
Nikolaz Cadoret : Harpe électrique / Effets
Gildas Etevenard : Batterie / Percussions
Reservation is essential, click on the link to reserve your places now!
Camac is a partner of the 1%HARP association.
Every ticket sold at our events contributes to the creation of a genuine network of solidarity between harpists around the world.
To find out more and support this initiative: onepercentharp.com
Reservations required:
Adults: €10 / Under 18s: €5 / Under 12s: free
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We are delighted to inform you that Camac Harps will be at the Espace Louis Coz, 16 Rue Pierre Jestin, Plabennec 29860, from 9am to 6pm on Saturday 25 April.
On the day, we will be offering a complimentary service for your Camac harp (by appointment only). To take advantage of this, please contact our after-sales service without delay at the following address: [email protected]. We will also be showcasing a selection of Celtic harps and pedal harps specially chosen for this exhibition and you will be able to take advantage of some special offers…
Whether you’re planning to make a purchase or simply wish to come and discover and try out our models, our teams on site will be delighted to assist and advise you.
For further information, please do not hesitate to contact us on 02 40 97 24 97.
We look forward to seeing you in Plabennec!
