Renowned harpists to perform in Sisters

The High Desert Harp Society and the Cascade Community School of Music will present two of the most accomplished traditional harpists in the world, Grainne Hambly and William Jackson, in concert at Sisters Art Works, Wednesday, June 9, at 7:30 p.m.

Grainne Hambly, from County Mayo, Ireland, is a graduate of Queen's University, Belfast. She is an internationally recognized exponent of the Irish harp, and is in great demand as a performer and teacher, both in Ireland and abroad. She has attracted glowing praise for her live performances and recorded material, which brilliantly showcase what has been described as her "absolute mastery of the Irish harp."

Originally from Glasgow, William Jackson was a founding member and creative tour de force of Ossian, which became one of Scotland's best-loved traditional bands. In addition to being a renowned harper and multi-instrumentalist, Jackson has gained an international reputation as a composer of music inspired by both traditional and classical elements.

Hambly and Jackson have toured extensively in the USA giving concerts and workshops, as well as performing at several international harp festivals.

Sisters Art Works is located at 204 W. Adams Ave. Tickets are $12 and are available at the door or in advance at the Cascade Community School of Music: 541-382-6866.