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Helen Webby
Helen Webby with the many different styles of harp with which she performs.
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Press Kit
Helen Webby's downloadable press kit
This kit contains photos, short and long biographies, reviews and contact details. | | | | |
| | Reviews | | | | Solo Recital, Music Centre Chapel
Christchurch, October 25, 2000; Reviewed by David Sell, The Press
“. . . intensely musical, stylish and absorbing”.
| | | | Giverny Trio; Christopher’s Classics, Arts Centre Christchurch
September 17, 2003. Reviewed by Ian Dando, The Christchurch Star.
Best of 2003: Best chamber music was the unusual combo of the Giverny Trio of harp (Helen Webby), flute and viola in Debussy’s Sonata and a new work by Gubaidulina.
“This meaty programme was one of the best kept secrets of Christopher’s Classic series. This was a demanding programme, especially for Helen Webby who played superbly throughout the entire evening. The Christchurch Symphony and Christchurch are lucky to have such an outstanding harpist”. | | | | Giverny Trio at the Great Hall
Sep 17, 2003; Reviewed by Rachel Hawkey, The Press.
“ This chamber series’ commitment to high standards was surely upheld in this concert. Exceptional musicianship was consistently underlined in attention to dynamic details, beautiful shaping of phrases and effortless fluency. The three instruments were true equals, perfectly balanced and closely interwoven”. | | | | Christchurch Symphony Classics 1.
James Hay Theatre, April 7, 2000; Reviewed by David Sell, The Press
“The performance from Tony Ferner and Helen Webby of the Mozart Concerto for Flute and Harp was a winner. . . . . in harpist Helen Webby, Christchurch Symphony has a wonderful asset. She is highly musical, responsive and positive”. | | | | Christchurch Symphony Classics 3.
Aurora Centre, May 11, 2002; Reviewed by Ian Dando, Christchurch Star
“Sparkling serving of rare musical treats . . . . Helen Webby transformed the Harp Concerto by Dittersdorf in to a sparkling rivulet rippling through a parched paddock”.
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Aurora Centre, May 11, 2002; Reviewed by Rachel Hawkey, The Press
“Elegance, grace from Symphony . . . . Helen Webby, harpist with the CS, was the soloist in Dittersdorf’s seldom heard Harp Concerto. A graceful, pretty work, it was an excellent showpiece for Webby’s finely judged playing.
| | | | Helen Webby & Davy Stuart at the Mayfair
Aug 18 2003 reviewed by Andrew Bicknell
I have just arrived home after attending one of the most special concerts I have seen in a long while, being "Celtic Music for Harp & Guitar", featuring Helen Webby and Davy Stuart, opening with a bracket of "hits" from 1650-1750. Davy’s dry humour prevailed throughout the evening, and at one stage offering an interpretation for anyone who couldn’t understand him. Helen’s bright personality shone through, and together with their virtuosity they entertained all through a thoroughly wonderful performance.
They performed with instruments that had a close connection – Davy having only 4 days previously just completed the guitar he was using, and also used one of his own hand crafted bouzoukis. Helen had the loan of a harp made by her brother, Kim Webby of Whangarei. All instruments produced lovely tones, equally matched by Helen and Davy’s tight mastery of their respective instruments.
It takes a special combination of person, talent, and on the spot ability to entertain when presenting tunes, and Helen and Davy were right there. And as for the Catholic Nun who accepted a conditional kiss from a taxi driver…..
Often we overlook the wealth of talent that we have in this country. Helen and Davy are fine examples of the high standard of talent that exists in NZ – a class where the performers draw upon all of their talents, stepping outside of performance and into the realm of entertainment. They deserve a far wider audience, having filled the ambience of the Mayfair Cafe with wonderful music. | | | | Helen Webby and Davy Stuart - The Peacock's Dance
Reviewed by Sing Out! USA
“The album is extremely listenable as a work of beautiful cooperative playing”.
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