| "The
transformation of my harp is a metaphor for what happens when
we break personal stereotypes and authentically express who
we are," says Henson-Conant. "That's what I try to
do in every show."
In
her latest work – the DVD, CD and TV special "Invention
& Alchemy" – Henson-Conant collaborates with
an 80-piece orchestra, reinventing the interplay of soloist
and symphony into a more interactive and theatrical format she
dubs "symphonic music theatre."
"I
wanted to use all the power and the beauty of a full orchestra
as an entrance to personal experience," says Henson-Conant,
who wrote all the songs, stories and orchestrations.
The
project continues to win awards, from a Grammy Nomination to
first prize in the International Songwriting Competition, and
is appearing on PBS stations nationwide. The DVD and CD versions
can be purchased online at http://www.InventionAndAlchemy.com.
Described
as a “combination of Leonard Bernstein, Steven Tyler and
Xena the Warrior Princess” by the Boston Globe, Henson-Conant
has opened for Ray Charles, been featured at the Edinburgh Fringe
Festival, played the 17,000-seat Bercy stadium in Paris, won
awards from NEA and "Meet the Composer" and been featured
on shows from NBC’s “Today” to NPR’s
“Weekend Edition.”
Henson-Conant's
upcoming performances include solo shows in Boston and NYC,
and orchestral shows in NY State and Florida. Her recent Science-Meets-Music
series debuted at the Cambridge Science Festival.
FOR
MORE on Deborah Henson-Conant or to purchase her music, visit
http://www.HipHarp.com.
EDITORS: Hi-res photos and press materials at http://www.HipHarp.com/publicity.html
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