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Savourna Stevenson

From United Kingdom

2001 BiographySavourna Stevenson is a gifted harp player from the lowlands of Scotland, and one of the most lyrical instrumentalists working in Europe today. The harp may be easy to classify as "melodic," but Savourna's breathtaking improvisation in performance profoundly alters the listener’s perception of what is musically possible from this instrument.2000 biographySavourna Stevenson has been called "a composer who is a national treasure" (Glasgow Herald) ... and "Mother of Invention" (The Scotsman).She is one of the leading figures in the renaissance of the Celtic harp in Scotland over the last 20 years: inspiring audiences and other musicians with her fresh approach to the tradition.As an outstanding virtuoso and composer she has pushed the boundaries of the small harp almost beyond imaginable belief with thrilling results.Savourna has collaborated with many internationally reknowned artists including Aly Bain, Davy Spillane, Danny Thompson, June Tabor, Eddie Reader, Toumani Diabate, the Bhundu Boys.