KRISTAL SCHWARTZ BARLAAN
KRISTAL SCHWARTZ BARLAAN
Recordings and Studio Sessions
Kristal is has experienced in recording and will be happy to perform for projects such as: CD’s, Sound Tracks, Jingles, TV Shows and Video Games.
Standing Engagements
Orchestra/Symphony
Recordings
Composing
Orchestras, Symphonies and Choirs
Kristal has performed in many orchestras as well as well as asked to solo:
Handel “Harp Concerto”, Debussy’s Dances “Sacred and Profane”, Ravel’s “
“Introduction and Allegro”, Geliere’s “Harp Concerto”,
Britton’s “Ceremony of Carols”, “ Rutter’s Dancing Day”, Faure’s “Requiem”
Burch’s “Fantasy for Violin, Harp and Orchestra” Saint Saen’s “Fantasy” and more...
Standing Engagements
Hotels, Restaurants, Shopping Malls, are all good places to have music on a weakly
or Monthly live music. Harp music has been celebrated for centuries for its matchless power to provide a spirit of serenity. The aesthetic beauty of the instrument as well as its calming effect have repeatedly been praised for their ability to soothe people’s minds and give relief in their demanding lives. Having a harpist serenade your guests will delight guests and give them enthusiasm to return. An extra touch of harp music will provide an atmosphere where guests can experience peace—an atmosphere that no other hotel will be able to provide.
Kristal is a full time professional harpist who is has diverse
experiences in order to bring you the highest quality of music.
Orchestral Performances:
Peninsula Symphony
Stanford Orchestra
San Francisco Conservatory Orchestra
San Jose State Symphonic Band
Peninsula Youth Symphony Soloist
Choral Accompaniment:
Dancing Day for Valley Christian Choir
Ceremony of Carols for New Choir in Sunnyvale
Faure Requiem for San Francisco Conservatory Choir
Service of Lessons and Carols for Lutheran Church of Cupertino
The Christmas Story for First Presbyterian in Sunnyvale
Composing
Composing a piece with the harp and have some questions? Kristal has much experience in providing advice and showing idiomatic details. Kristal spent over two years helping upcoming composers at SFCM explore the world of harp.
“Thanks again for playing on my recital! It was a lot of music and quite a big project to undertake and I really appreciate all the time and effort you put into it! It really means a lot to me! If I can ever do anything for you, please don't hesitate to ask! Again, thanks so much for your wonderful playing! Hope to work with you again soon!”
~ Andrew Cadima
“Kristal is a very fine harpist, she shows remarkable reliability, dedication and strong musicality. She will travel far.”
~ Marcella DeCray, Principle Harpist of San Francisco Ballet
Ceremony of Carols, Christmas 2009