Concert Harp, clarsach, voice
Winter’s serenade
Harps and Voice at Christmas
Take time to pause this Christmas…
Take a break from the Christmas rush and join us at St John’s Cathedral for an uplifting concert of virtuosic and seasonal music. Blending classical works, traditional winter tunes, and original compositions for pedal harp, clàrsach, and voice, this performance is an invitation to slow down and embrace the quiet wonder of the season.
Set in harpist Natasha Burns’ home town of Oban, this concert brings together extraordinary artists for an intimate night built around friendship, shared storytelling, and breathtaking musicianship. Joining Natasha on stage are her long-time mentor and collaborator, international award-winning harp soloist Eleanor Turner along with rising star Harriet Corbishley, and renowned soprano Caroline Salmon.
A special highlight of the evening will be the premiere of Impromptu for Harp, a brand-new commission by composer Jake Davey. Alongside this debut, the ensemble performs a hand-picked festive programme featuring Vivaldi’s Winter, Sakamoto’s Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence, Debussy’s Des pas sur la neige, solos and duets by Fauré and Mozart, and traditional Scottish Winter Ceilidh music.
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Upcoming tour dates
3pm 19/12/2026
St John’s cathedral oban
Featuring Eleanor Turner, Caroline Salmon, Hattie Corbishley and Natasha Burns
3pm 20/12/2026
mull
Featuring Eleanor Turner, Caroline Salmon and Natasha Burns
3pm 21/12/2026
iona
Featuring Eleanor Turner, Caroline Salmon and Natasha Burns
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The artists
Composer and Musician
Natasha Burns
Natasha is an internationally award-winning composer and musician based in Scotland. An alumni of the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and the Sound and Music network, her awards range from John McLeod Composition Award to Martin Read Foundation scholarship and multiple Agar Trust awards. Known for her distinctive creative voice, Natasha’s playing and work have been presented at major international venues such as the World Harp Congress in Toronto, Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, and St Giles’ Cathedral.
harpist
Eleanor turner
Eleanor has won many accolades, including First Prize at the European Harp Competition, in a career that has taken her across the globe – performing everywhere from New Orleans with the Louisiana Philharmonic to recitals in Shanghai, Amsterdam, and major UK concert halls. She has collaborated with Grammy-nominated ensemble VOCES8 and recorded for major film scores and chart-topping albums like Dave’s The Boy Who Played The Harp.
Soprano
caroline salmon
Usually found performing on major stages across the UK and Europe – from prestigious French venues to appearances with the Ministry of Culture in Bucharest.
Her remarkable career spans opera, early music, and live film scoring. She has commanded the stage in some of opera’s most iconic and demanding leading roles – including the notorious Queen of the Night in The Magic Flute and Mimì in La Bohème. Caroline also often improvises live scores for silent films at international festivals, sings in Edinburgh’s Robin Chapel, and performs at St Giles Cathedral.
harpist
hattie corbishley
Currently studying at the University of Edinburgh, Hattie is a rising star in the Scottish classical music scene. As an alumna of the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, her musical journey has already seen her perform with prestigious youth ensembles including the Edinburgh Youth Orchestra and NYO Inspire.
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