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Emma Durkan
Harpist
(2 Reviews)
Also Performs As: Violinist, Wedding Musician
Country: United Kingdom
Based In: Saltcoats, Scotland
Performs: Worldwide
From: Contact
Country: United Kingdom
Based In: Saltcoats, Scotland
Performs: Worldwide
From: Contact
Scottish/Irish harpist, fiddle player and singer
Description
Emma Durkan is a Scottish celtic harpist, fiddle player and singer who specialises in the performance of Scottish and Irish music but plays a wide and varied repertoire of music, from The Beatles to Bach. Emma strives to make every performance fantastic and give her client an unforgettable musical experience. If you are looking for something authentically Scottish or celtic, or perhaps you want a tasteful addition to your event - then Emma is perfect for your event.
Set-List
Classical
• The Bridal March (Here Comes the Bride) - Richard Wagner
• Canon in D - Johann Pachelbel
• Trumpet Voluntary - Henry Purcell
• Trumpet Tune - Henry Purcell
• Theme from Jupiter (The Planets) - Gustav Holst
• Water Music Hornpipe – Handel
• Sheep May Safely Graze – Bach
• Air on a G String – Bach
• Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring - Bach
Pop/Rock
• Love is All Around - Wet Wet Wet
• All You Need Is Love - The Beatles
• Perfect – Ed Sheeran
• A Thousand Years – Christina Perri
• I Will Always Love You – Whitney Houston
• So
... mething – The Beatles
• Yellow - Coldplay
• Clocks - Coldplay
• Fields of Gold - Eva Cassidy
• Just the Way You Are - Bruno Mars
• Budapest - George Ezra
• I Won't Give Up - Jason Mraz
• Your Song - Elton John
• Chasing Cars - Snow Patrol
• Everything I do, I do it for you - Bryan Adams
• Make You Feel My Love – Adele
• I’ll Never Find Another You – The Seekers
• Hero – Mariah Carey
• How Long Will I Love You – Ellie Goulding
• Love Me Like You Do – Ellie Goulding
• All of Me – John Legend
• Ave Maria – Beyonce
• Heroes – David Bowie
• Sweet Child of Mine – Guns ‘n’ Roses
• Nothing Else Matters – Metallica
• Satellite of Love – Lou Reed
• This Is Love – Bob Marley
• I Can’t Help Falling in Love with You – Elvis
• Hallelujah – Alexandra Burke
• Every Breath You Take – The Police
• Fireflies – Owl City
• Listen to Your Heart - Roxette
• Creep – Radiohead
• Wonderwall – Oasis
• Wish You Were Here – Pink Floyd
• Going to the Chapel – Dixie Cups
• Into My Arms – Nick Cave
• EmmyLou – First Aid Kit
Film/TV
• As the World Falls Down – David Bowie (from Labyrinth)
• Can You Feel the Love Tonight – Elton John (Lion King)
• Game of Thrones Theme Tune
• Beauty and the Beast
• Braveheart Theme Tune
Scottish/Irish/Folk
• Highland Cathedral
• Caledonia
• Wild Mountain Thyme
• Mhairi’s Wedding
• Eriskay Love Lilt
• Skye Boat Song
• Flower of Scotland
• My Love is Like a Red Red Rose
• Ae Fond Kiss
• Auld Lang Syne
• Loch Lomond
• Raglan Road
• Star of the County Down
• Inis oirr
• O'Carolan – Planxty Irwin, Fanny Power, O’Carolan’s Welcome
• Gaelic Tunes
• Christchurch Cathedral
• Brendan Ring's Jig
• Looking at a Rainbow
• Swedish Tune
• Miss Marne Swanson of the Great Grey Coast
• She Moved Through the Fair
• Gloomy Winters Noo Awa – Robert Tannahill
• Suilean Dubh (Gaelic Air)
Religious
• I Watch the Sunrise
• Amazing Grace
• Be Thou My Vision
• All People that on Earth Do Dwell
• Morning Has Broken
Christmas
• Ding Dong Merrily on High
• Silent Night
• Jingle Bells
• The First Noel
• The Holly and the Ivy
• Walking In the Air
• Once in Royal David’s City
• O Come Emmanuel
• God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
• O Holy Night
Biography
Emma Durkan is a skilled performer who has travelled throughout the United Kingdom to play in concert halls, weddings, birthday parties, wedding anniversaries, funerals, care homes, dinners and schools. She plays the clarsach (celtic harp), fiddle and sings. She studied music from the age of 11 and by 2014, she graduated from Newcastle University with a degree in music. Emma has delighted many audiences in the country and beyond, with her sensitive approach to playing and singing.
Reviews (2 Reviews)
Emma Durkan - Harpist - Saltcoats, Scotland
Event Location: Dundee
Event Type: Wedding
1st April 2018
Emma played harp and fiddle at our wedding in April 2018. She was incredible. From the moment we first got in touch with her, she was friendly and professional. She facilitated all our requests. On the day she played beautifully. I'll never forget the moment I walked down the aisle to her rendition of our chosen song. Many guests commented they'd enjoyed her music throughout the ceremony and drinks reception. I would highly recommend her.
Emma Durkan - Harpist - Saltcoats, Scotland
Event Location: West Kilbride
Event Type: Wedding
28th January 2017
So many people have commented on how much they enjoyed the music... I'm sure that people were dancing because they couldn't resist your fiddle playing. Also it was delightful to be able to talk between dances, yet also listen to and enjoy your harp playing. Your contribution to the success of our day is immeasurable. You are a delightful musician and charming too!
Suitable for
Birthday Party (Adult) Casinos Christening Christmas Party Cocktail Party / Drinks Reception Corporate Event Dinner Party Funeral/Memorial Service Private Party Product Launch / Promotion Trade Show / Exhibitions
Additional Information
Insured for Public Liability, equipped with amplification if necessary, all equipment PAT tested, can play outdoors (weather permitting).
Merchandise
Emma Durkan - The Girl with the Cloak
6 track debut solo EP featuring original harp, fiddle and vocal arrangements by Emma Durkan.
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