Whether performing solo or with an ensemble, Nicolas Carter engages audiences with intricate harp music and charms them with reflections on topics such as the power of music to unite people from different cultures and traditions and tells touching, humorous stories about life growing up in Paraguay. Audiences are taken on a journey and invited to relax and enjoy the beauty of the music and the easy, warm and intimate manner in which it is shared.
Nicolas Carter performs at house concerts, as well as on the stage.
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Nube Ensemble
Nube, which means “cloud” in Spanish, is a unique ensemble that exquisitely blends Contemporary Latin American and World Music. Nube was formed in the Twin Cities by Paraguayan harpist Nicolas Carter and guitarist Renato Lombardi and blends Latin American melodies with acoustic instrumentation. Nube offers an extensive repertoire of world music that ranges from exuberant rhythms and joyful melodies to soulful, soothing, and relaxing musical landscapes.
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Corporate events, private parties and special celebrations are enhanced by harp music. Nicolas can perform as the featured entertainer or play background music to create a pleasant ambiance that sets the tone for your event.
Your wedding is special. Nicolas understands that every wedding is unique and works with you to ensure that the music matches your vision. Harp music, often considered music of the angels, conveys through music the essence of your love; the rich music flows from the strings to touch you and your guests in profound ways.
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Nicolas Carter has experience as an educator and offers a variety of educational workshops suitable for schools, conservatories, harp organizations, conferences or festivals. The workshops and seminars can be tailored to the proficiency level of the participants.
Music in the Schools Workshops
Enhance the delivery of music education. Under the guidance of Nicolas, create their own compositions develop through a series of improvisational exercises.
Cultural Presentations
Lively, age-appropriate presentations provide a positive and an informative introduction to the cultures being presented.
From the Heart of South America: Paraguay
Postcards from South America
Navidad de Flor de Coco (Coconut Flower Christmas)
Workshops for Harpists
Paraguayan Harp Music for Celtic Harpers
Syncopation Workshop for Harp Players
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