Classical Recordings

Flutist Alice McGonigal with Paul Hurst in his own arrangements. CONTENTS: Sonatine 1 in E-Flat Major/Nadermann arr. Hurst Sonatine 2 in C Minor/Nadermann arr. Hurst Andantino from Concerto for Flute and Harp in C Major K 299/Mozart arr. Hurst Sonatine 3 in B-Flat Major/Nadermann arr. Hurst Sonatine 4 in G Minor/Nadermann arr. Hurst Sonatine 5 in F Major/Nadermann arr. Hurst Sonatine 6 in D Minor/Nadermann arr. Hurst Sonatine 7 in C Major/Nadermann arr. Hurst

Twentieth Century solo works performed by one of the foremost harpists of our time. Contains the AHS 2009 competition pieces "Sonata" by Hindemith and "Variations on a Theme in Ancient Style."

A treasure of harp and vocal pieces that features Benjamin Britten’s “A Birthday Hansel” as the title track.

The legendary harpist and teacher Lucile Lawrence performs works by Carlos Salzedo and C.P.E. Bach. Contains the AHS 2009 competition pieces "Whirlwind" and "Variations on a Theme in Ancient Style."

Anna-Maria Ravnopolska performs fifteen lively dances on the harp.

Powerfully understated interpretations of favorite Baroque music from the great American harpist.

Original works and transcriptions by Marcel Grandjany played by his former protégé and renowned interpreter of his music. Contains the AHS 2009 competition piece "Fantasie on a Theme of Haydn."

A re-release of a live recording made at a tribute concert in 1975. Contains the AHS 2009 competition piece "Piece Symphonique en Trio Episodes."

Featured on this CD is A Turkish Fantasy premiered at a recital performed for the International Istanbul Music Festival.

This recording features harpists Susanna Mildonian and Ruth Maayani and The Pacific Harp Ensemble. CONTENTS: Concerto No 1 for Harp and Orchestra Concertino for Harp and String Orchestra Arabesque No 3 for Harp Quartet

A collection of American classical music also featuring Debra Wendells Cross flute. CONTENTS: Pretty Sally At the Foot of Yonders Mountain/Powell Sonata/Hovhaness Nocturne/Campbell Pastorale Scene Chipmunks/Stringfield To a Wild Rose/MacDowell Crushed Violets/Kreuzer Milonga Romanza/Broeders Simple Things/Tillery Caprice Terpsichore/Maganini Mosaic/Stern Rondo/Spelman Indian Serenade/Stringfield

Fantasy Sonata Allegro Molto Allegro Moderato Lento esprssivo Allegro/Bax Three Pieces for Viola and Piano/Bridge Berceuse Serenade Cradle Song Romance for Viola and Piano/Williams Adagio Andante Sostenuto Larghetto Lento Andante Tranquillo Allegro Vivace Fantasia on Greensleeves/Williams A winter's Willow English Folk Tunes/Britten The Sally Gardens Little Sir William O Can Ye Sew Cushions? The Trees They Grow So High The Ash Grove Oliver Cromwell The Suxxes Mummers' Christmas Carol/Grainger

Chevalier Lai Et Rotrouenge Gaite de la Tor When the Young Leaf Buds Fantasie on a 14th Century Air Douce Dame Jolie Greensleeves Pavane et Gaillarde D’Angleterre Siciliana Pavane & Variations Andiam Mio Tesoro Noel Tambourin Soeur Monique The Celebrated Canon

Imgaginative playing of an inventive program. Very engaging. Contains AHS 2009 competition piece "Sonata in C minor" by Pescetti.

This historic recording is a treasure. Live recording from 1954.

An engaging mix of lively and contemplative works. Contains the AHS 2009 competition piece"Sonata" by Hindemith.

Features classic French repertoire for the harp as well as The Lanes of Limerick from John William's Angela's Ashes and the world premiere recording of Kaska's Concerto. CONTENTS: Introduction et Allegro/Ravel The Lanes of Limerick from Angela's Ashes/Williams Danses Sacree et Profane/Debussy Fantaisie pour Violon et Harpe/Saint-Saens Concerto for Harp and Orchestra/Kaska CONTRASTS

Harpist Anna Verkholantseva teams up with violinist Alexander Trostiansky in this magnificent album from the harp and violin repertoire.

A definitive recording of this English composer's chamber music for harp. Also features Evan Wilson viola Angela Wiegand flute Leslie Reed English horn Rene Mandel and Natalie Leggett violin Simon Oswell viola and Timothy Landauer cello.

Triosonates featuring Marcia Dickstein, harp with Angela Wiegand, flute Keith Greene, viola and Steve Erdody, cello.

An evening of French chamber music lovingly realized.

Brilliant performances of works by the premier harp composer of the day.

Compositions from the Russian composer Valeri Kikta featuring Olga Erdeli, harp, Ivan Kozlovsky, tenor, and Alexander Zyumbrovsky, cello.

The "relaxing harp" displayed in great performances of great music.

Featuring 21 pieces written by Bulgarian composers.

Contains the AHS 2009 competition pieces "Variations on a Theme in Ancient Style" by Salzeo and "Piece Symphonique en Trio Episodes" by Renie.

Michel's elegant playing highlights numerous harp recital pieces as part of the “Anthologie de la Musique Pour Harpe.” 2 CD set.

The debut recording by the Winner of the 1999 Lily Laskine Competition. Excellent from Bach to Houdy.

Varied compilation of treasures for harp and cello.

Hauntingly beautiful music by harpist Jacquelyn Bartlett, violist Jonathan Bagg, cellist Jonathan Kramer, and flutist Anna Ludwig Wilson.

Schafer The Crown of Araidne (hp solo perc tape); Schafer Theseus (hp str quartet voc); Houdy Quintette (hp str quartet); Luedeke The Moon in the Labyrinth (hp str quartet)

Italian harpist, Clelia Gatti Aldrovandi is recognized as one of the leading virtuosi of the harp. In more than forty years of performing before the public she has been acclaimed throughout Europe as being one of the exceptional interpreters of the instrument.

New CD from Letizia Belmondo with the Polish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Conductor: Andrzej Straszynski

Gretchen Van Hoesen: Principal Harpist of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra masterfully performs.

Mildonian and Michel with the Orchestre de Chambre National de Toulouse under the direction of Alain Moglia in concerti for one and two harps.

Concertos for Two Harps and Orchestra with soloists Catherine Michel and Xavier de Maistre with the Polish Radio Symphony Orchestra and Conductor Boguslaw Madey.

Boston Symphony Orchestra Harpist Ann Hobson Pilot and University of Michigan Professor of Flute Leone Buyse combine their impressive talents on this recording of modern American music.

A live recording of enchanting French music.

Lovely collection of Debussy treasures.

HarpFusion features the ensemble talents of 14 harpists from the University of Arizona under the direction of Carrol McLaughlin.

Ceysson is the Principal Harpist of Opera National de Paris, the winner of the 2006 Young Concert Artists International Auditions and the Gold Medalist at the 2004 USA International Harp Competition.

Transcribed for harp by Susan Miron. Contains the AHS 2009 competition pieces Scarlatti K.426 (L-128) and K.198 (L-22).

Two great Frech harpists show us how easy it can sound. Sept Sonates Progressives/Nadermann Six Sonatines/Dussek

The master pieces of Tournier performed by his former student and protege, Elisabeth Fontan-Binoche.

New string quartet accompaniments for well-loved concertos played with Jeffrey Khaner, flute and members of The Philadelphia Orchestra - reductions by Bob Litterell; Tango orchestration by Murray Boren.

Harp with flute (Barbara Mahler)- melodious, mostly contemporary music, rare but beautiful.

Becky and Ernie Brock perform their arrangements of classical favorites.

Solo harp literature played by one of Canada's most prominent harpists.

Transcriptions for harp of well-known music, elegantly performed.

Featuring the Hungarian Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra under the direction of Aristid von Wurtzler.

Vividly fresh playing and thoughtful adaptation make this a delight.

Under the direction of Jean-Phillipe Navarre, harpist Isabelle Perrin, soprano Christine Pauchet and Le College Musical give a splendid performance of Boieldieu's works.

Masterful playing.

A compilation of French impressionist music, also featuring Fredrik Fors: clarinet, Per Flemstrom: flute, and Sjur Bjaerke: bass.

Essentials for any trio; sublime intrepretations.

This is a splendid joining of harp and Maria Jette’s silken voice in impressionist settings of French texts.

Four pieces of Alberto Ginastera's performed wonderfully by the Orchestre National de Lyon with conductor David Robertson, featuring Isabelle Moretti on harp.

Beautiful performances of high-end harp music.

A varied selection of flute and harp duos with Bernard Goldberg flute.

Featuring this renowned Norwegian harpist in solo recital. Contains AHS 2009 competition pieces "Siciliana" and "Fantasie on a Theme of Haydn."

The debut recording of the Winner of the 1998 Israel Harp Competition. Clean, brilliant and musical. Contains the AHS 2009 competition piece "Variations on a Theme in Ancient Style" by Salzedo.

An offering of all-German concertos for the harp also featuring Sudwestdeutsches Kammerorchester Pforzheim under the direction of Vladislav Czarnecki.

Three masterworks in richly realized performances.

Three harpists, M. Robles, O. Ellis, & H. Jellinek, perform five classic concertos in this 2 CD set.

Favorite solos performed by the remarkable Spanish harpist Marisa Robles.

Fiery, elegant interpretations. Contains the AHS 2009 competition piece Scarlatti K.380 (L-23).

A solo collection of Baroque, Classical and 20th Century masters. Contains AHS 2009 competition piece "Sonata in C minor" by Pescetti.

A recital CD from the 1st Prize winner at the 14th International Harp Competition in Israel 2001. Contains the AHS 2009 competition pieces Scarlatti K.198 (L-22) and K.531 (L- 430) and Hindemith's "Sonata."

Judy Loman’s “Harp Showpieces” features compositions written entirely by harpists. Contains the AHS 2009 Competition pieces "Minstrel's Adieu" and "Scintillation."

Unusual compilation features clean performances with strong dynamic contrasts. Contains AHS 2009 competition piece "Sonata in C minor" by Pescetti.

Harpa Hungarica is Erzsebet Gaal's loving tribute to her instrument and the music of her native land. These Hungarian works range from th