The Classical Harp
The classical or concert harp is an elegant instrument seen in concert halls and in formal settings. The style of music played may include classical composers such as Bach, Mozart, Vivaldi and American Songbook, to popular songs and themes. The sound is full but not too loud for conversational settings.
The Celtic Harp
The Celtic harp is an ancient instrument, the forerunner of the classical harp. The style is of forest and fairy. It is a bit quieter than the classical harp and the repertoire is Celtic, renaissance and medieval. It does work in larger venues and unobtrusive amplification may be used to support the sound.
About Shawna Award-winning harpist Shawna Selline is a creator of musical magic for ceremonies and celebrations. Her many years of experience on both classical and Celtic harp inspire her to decorate the air with just the right music for the moment.Shawna has played countless weddings, memorials, teas and receptions, providing warmth and elegance through her music. Through the timeless beauty of the harp, every occasion she attends, she elevates.
Shawna is a certified therapeutic harp practitioner and has worked for many years in hospitals including City of Hope, Kaiser, Cedars Sinai. Through her hospital and hospice partnerships, she has soothed hundreds of patients, friends and family members. Shawna is currently working with Music Partners in Health to provide live music at bedside.
.Shawna’s playing has won her awards and allowed her to play alongside world-renowned musicians. She has performed with the Chieftains, worked with Joan Baez and Holly Near, won the All Ireland Harp Competition, and done work for film and television, such as the 2019 series “American Princess" and "My Fair Wedding." An accomplished composer as well, Shawna has published two books of harp compositions and has played solo concerts on the national acoustic music circuit. Over the years, Shawna has produced two solo albums, Meditation and Winter Faire, and worked with her folk music group The Story Wrens to create the albums Sailor and the Mermaid and Wren of Iniquity.
As a teacher, Shawna has taught locally and at nationally visible music festivals such as Lark in the Morning and the California Traditional Music Festival. Her gentle spirit, humor and compassion makes make students comfortable and beautiful playing attainable.