Denise Mégevand - Prestige De La Harpe Celtique Volume 1

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Review by Juan Carlos Gordo Iza

Album Review: Prestige De La Harpe Celtique Volume 1 by Denise Mégevand Alright, so here’s the deal—this album, Prestige De La Harpe Celtique Volume 1, is one of those hidden gems that kinda sneaks up on you. Released in 1974 (yeah, almost 50 years ago!), it's got this cool mix of folk, classical, and Celtic vibes with a dash of contemporary flair. Denise Mégevand, the harpist behind it all, really brings something special to the table. And let me tell ya, France wasn’t just about wine and baguettes back then—this record proves they were serving up some serious musical magic too. The album drops eight tracks, but two really stuck with me: "Koleda" and "Danses Aux Miroirs." Let’s dive into why these tunes are still buzzing around my brain days after listening. First off, “Koleda.” Man, this track feels like walking through a misty forest at dawn. The harp takes center stage here, obviously, but there’s this subtle layering from the flute (shoutout to Alain Marion!) that gives it an ethereal vibe. It’s not flashy or overdone—it’s more like someone whispering secrets directly into your soul. You can tell Denise put her heart into every pluck of the strings. Honestly, I could listen to this on repeat for hours without getting bored. Feels healing, y’know? Then there’s “Danses Aux Miroirs,” which flips the mood completely. This one’s lively and playful, like watching sunlight dance across water. The percussion (props to Gaston Silvestre) adds this rhythmic bounce that makes you wanna grab someone and spin ‘em around the room. There’s also this viola moment by Lucienne Lovano that sneaks in halfway through and just ties everything together perfectly. It’s the kind of song that sticks because it’s impossible not to smile while it’s playing. One thing I gotta mention is how smooth the production sounds for its time. Credit goes to Claude Morel—he didn’t just engineer this thing; he realized it (whatever that means exactly). Everything feels balanced, letting each instrument breathe without stepping on the others’ toes. Oh, and the liner notes written by Denise herself? Super insightful if you’re into understanding the backstory behind the music. Now, here’s the kicker—listening to this album made me realize how timeless good music really is. Like, sure, it came out nearly half a century ago, but it doesn’t feel dated at all. If anything, it’s proof that simplicity done well never gets old. Plus, who knew a harp could sound so versatile? Not me, apparently. So yeah, if you’re looking for something different—something that’ll transport you to another world for forty minutes or so—check out Prestige De La Harpe Celtique Volume 1. Just don’t blame me if you start randomly googling medieval harp techniques afterward. Trust me, it happens.

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Artist: Denise Mégevand
Album: Prestige De La Harpe Celtique Volume 1

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Koleda
Suite Medievale
Elegie
Zoria
Prelude
Danses Aux Miroirs
Suite Irlandaise
Caprices Diatoniques

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Catalog Numbers

38245

Labels

Arion

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • LP

Companies

RoleCompany
Printed ByEst-Typo-Offset, Vincennes
Distributed ByCBS

Credits

RoleCredit
EngineerClaude Morel
RealizationClaude Morel
FluteAlain Marion
HarpDenise Mégevand
Liner NotesDenise Mégevand
LayoutDominique Michellier
OboeJacques Vandeville
PercussionGaston Silvestre
Translated ByCharles Whitfield
ViolaLucienne Lovano

Notes

With gatefold sleeve with 8 pages booklet in french and english

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About Denise Mégevand

Born in Geneva (Switzerland) May 27, 1917. Died Dec 27, 2004.

Real Name

    • Denise Mégevand

Name Vars

  • D. Megevand
  • D. Mégevand
  • Denise Megevand
  • Denise Megevard
  • Denise Mégevend
  • Megevand
  • Mégevand

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? The album *Prestige De La Harpe Celtique Volume 1* by Denise Mégevand is a hidden gem from 1974. It blends Celtic and contemporary sounds, taking listeners on a musical journey through medieval and Irish influences. Fun fact: the engineer, Claude Morel, also helped with the album's realization. And get this—every track was meticulously crafted with contributions from talented musicians like flutist Alain Marion and violist Lucienne Lovano. It’s like a time capsule of French folk and classical artistry!