| Home | |
 Karmalu Productions |
 |
| Electronic Press Kit Verlene
Schermer
Contemporary Harp, Compelling Vocals
Quotes from press: “She plays and sings with an intensity that both grabs and seduces the listener." Mark Feil, Folk Harp Journal “Verlene’s voice is one of compassion and optimism – expressive and strong, vibrant with power, delicacy, and a bluesy color.” Jane Valencia, … A Harpers Garden “Verlene’s expressive vocal abilities at their finest.” Sean Pike, Guitar Showcase Times “Eclectic original music with stunning vocals.” Kyle Wohlmut, The Fling
“Verlene combines a talent and a
passion for writing captivating lyrics
with a musical style drawing from jazz, pop,
& Celtic." Mitch
Landy, Harpbeat of the Bay
“Her strong voice soars and skips through the sometimes unexpected.” Laurie Rasmussen, Folk Harp Journal “Verlene could be described as a vocational musician - her calling is so clear and bright. …really beautiful stuff. Personal, affirmative, brave, witty, and optimistic.” -- John Lozier, Harping for Harmony “Verlene Schermer's warm, voluminous voice, resonant timbre, and irresistible charm give her song interpretations and her own compositions that Certain Something which places her in the best tradition of singer-songwriters. Her modern Celtic harp is clearly the ideal accompanying instrument.” (translated from German by Nancy Thym) -- Elisabeth Hoffmann, Freisinger SZ Nr. 221/Seite R7 "Verlene's multi-instrumental background undoubtedly contributes to the depth and innovative-ness of her harp arrangements, and her voice is a pleasure to hear, both singing and speaking.”-- Karla Burns, The FlingQuotes from fans and industry peers: “Verlene’s harp playing is...HOLY! that woman's expression is an extreme version of happiness... I loved her driving rhythms...I've never heard such a "pushy" harp. I loved it.” Cynthia, artist and fan “I am very impressed by your music! I find there is a new generation of pop harpists that grow in US and which is very impressing as we don't have such artists here in Europe.” Jakez Francois, Camac Harps in France “Your songs express exactly what I, and countless others experienced. I am playing the Peace CD again for the umpteenth time and find new beauty each time!" Ian Myers, jazz trumpeter “Your voice is magnificent and your harp playing just stunning. I love the rhythmic quality you have… "Aryeh Frankfurter, harpist "Goosebumps!!! She is so talented with messages to grab at our heartstrings!! Love her voice, harp and jazz concept!!!" Dawnie Heath, harpist "Awesome! Your songwriting is superb with meaningful words and enchanting melody ~ all topped off with a rich, beautiful voice and fun, unique harp playing! Linnette Bommarito, musician "I cannot tell you how much Verlene, personally, and her songs, in general, have affected me." Gay Barner, fan "Verlene puts heart and soul into her music, and into her sincere and strong thoughts for peace. She's an inspiration to everyone in the harp community." Debra Knodel harpist
|
