Aug
15

China Crossing VI - Wellington

I have the great pleasure of once again playing the beautiful music of Gao Ping, in ensemble with the brilliant Lan Weiwei and friends.

New Zealand School of Music—Te Kōkī and the Confucius Institute at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington are excited to present China Crossing IV - an afternoon of contemporary and traditional Chinese music.

This special concert features the live concert world premiere of Cloud Drama by Chinese New Zealand composer Gao Ping, bringing together leading musicians from Aotearoa New Zealand and beyond in a rich blend of Chinese and Western instruments. Performers include Lan Weiwei (pipa), Martin Riseley (violin), Natalia Mann (harp), Gabriela Glapska (piano) and Hsuan-Chen Lin (ruan).

Admission is free, but registration is essential.

China Crossing VI invites audiences on a journey across musical and cultural landscapes, where China–New Zealand sounds and traditions meet.

Programme highlights

• Cloud Drama – Gao Ping

• Chanting in the Boat – Gao Ping

• Chimaera IV – Tabea Squire

• Solo performances and improvisations

For event queries, please email confucius-institute@vuw.ac.nz

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Young Artists Studio Day
Jun
7

Young Artists Studio Day

An intimate mentoring experience for young musicians with some of Australia’s most inspiring harpists - Katia Mestrović, Loni Fitzpatrick & hosted by Natalia Mann in Cairns. Luminara Harp Festival

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The Inspired Harp - A Creative Retreat
Jun
6

The Inspired Harp - A Creative Retreat

Escape to the rainforest for a full-day harp
immersion retreat for harpists, musicians,
creative and healing practitioners and listeners.

Designed to cultivate technical excellence,
creative exploration and embodied artistry.

Open to players & listeners.

Technique & Masterclass (Open Class)

Harp Relaxation & Qigong Meditation

Improvising Therapeutic Harp Music

Plant & Resonance Music

Kuranda Recreation Centre

9:30am - 5:30pm

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Australian Harp Fest
May
29

Australian Harp Fest

Australian Harp Fest: Mark 2... the celebration continues!

Harpists and composers Natalia Mann (Queensland), Paul Nicolaou (NSW) and Katia Mestrovic (VIC), converge at Tempo Rubato, to share an exciting program of new music for harp solo and trio.

All of the works are Australian, from Lisa Cheney, Ross Edwards, Nigel Westlake, Christopher Larkin, Paul Nicolaou, Natalia Mann, and Katia Mestrovic. You will hear classical and extended techniques, prepared harp, a genre-bending style, diverse musical inspiration... and the national premiere of a new piece from one of our very own harpists.

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A Healing Capsule
May
2

A Healing Capsule

Participants lie down and make themselves comfortable with a pillow and blanket. They will stay there for an hour or so, listening to a sonic journey that speaks to their inner realms. The task and intention of the facilitators is to create and maintain the highest possible frequency for the participants to relax and equalise into their own personal higher vibration…

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Natalia Mann | Toshi Sakamoto - Kuranda Evening Concert
May
1

Natalia Mann | Toshi Sakamoto - Kuranda Evening Concert

You would never guess that Toshi Sakamoto used to be a heavy metal bass player in Japan, and perhaps you wouldn’t guess that Natalia Mann was once a principal harpist in Europe. This May 1, in the fairytale rainforest town of Kuranda, these two artist share their evolutions of life in music that speaks of peaceful spirit and essence of nature.

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Natalia Mann & Toshi Sakamoto
May
1

Natalia Mann & Toshi Sakamoto

You would never guess that Toshi Sakamoto used to be a heavy metal bass player in Japan, and perhaps you wouldn’t guess that Natalia Mann was once a principal harpist in Europe. This May 1, in the fairytale rainforest town of Kuranda, these two artist share their evolutions of life in music that speaks of peaceful spirit and essence of nature.

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Harp Classes
Apr
21

Harp Classes

March - April Harp Classes. Grow your harp technique in a fun, musical, ensemble experience, followed by a shared group lesson with expert guidance by Natalia Mann. These classes are designed for all harps, most styles and a mix of levels. Register now.

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Harp Classes ATHERTON
Apr
16
to 21 Apr

Harp Classes ATHERTON

April Harp Classes in Atherton Tablelands. Learn the harp in a fun, musical, ensemble experience and shared group lesson with expert guidance by Natalia Mann. These classes are designed for all harps, most styles and a mix of levels. Register now.

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Harp Classes
Apr
14

Harp Classes

March - April Harp Classes. Grow your harp technique in a fun, musical, ensemble experience, followed by a shared group lesson with expert guidance by Natalia Mann. These classes are designed for all harps, most styles and a mix of levels. Register now.

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Harp Classes
Apr
7

Harp Classes

March - April Harp Classes. Grow your harp technique in a fun, musical, ensemble experience, followed by a shared group lesson with expert guidance by Natalia Mann. These classes are designed for all harps, most styles and a mix of levels. Register now.

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Harp Classes
Mar
31

Harp Classes

March - April Harp Classes. Grow your harp technique in a fun, musical, ensemble experience, followed by a shared group lesson with expert guidance by Natalia Mann. These classes are designed for all harps, most styles and a mix of levels. Register now.

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I AM SONG Workshop
Mar
17

I AM SONG Workshop

Song is a powerful way to move yourself out of a rut, keep faith and gather energy when you need help getting up and keeping going.

THE I AM SONG WORKSHOP

Learn how to use song as a tool for self-regulation in crisis. Be guided to create songs that hold your dreams and values, to help you stay strong in trials, and raise your life vibration.

Led by musicians Natalia Mann & Kuku Yalanji songwoman Merindi Schrieber.

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Resonance Music - a solo harp concert by Natalia Mann
Jan
23

Resonance Music - a solo harp concert by Natalia Mann

Join us for an evening of exquisite harp music gleaned from trees, flowers and shells, and experience the art of Resonance.

Our universe is made of sound and vibration.  Everything has a song.  Natalia Mann is a harpist and artist whose journey has led her to translate landscapes, animals and stars into music and poetry.  This practice, called Resonance, brings awareness to the vibrating fabric of our world. 

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Harp Classes
Jan
19

Harp Classes

Begin the new year with a burst of beautiful harp vibrations! Grow your harp technique in a fun, musical, ensemble experience, followed by a shared group lesson. These classes are designed for all harps, all styles and all levels, with expert guidance by Natalia Mann.

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Harp Classes
Jan
12

Harp Classes

Begin the new year with a burst of beautiful harp vibrations! Grow your harp technique in a fun, musical, ensemble experience, followed by a shared group lesson. These classes are designed for all harps, all styles and all levels, with expert guidance by Natalia Mann.

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Harp Classes
Jan
5

Harp Classes

Begin the new year with a burst of beautiful harp vibrations! Grow your harp technique in a fun, musical, ensemble experience, followed by a shared group lesson. These classes are designed for all harps, all styles and all levels, with expert guidance by Natalia Mann.

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SONIC EARTH, Sanctuary, Fremantle Biennale 2025
Nov
13
to 16 Nov

SONIC EARTH, Sanctuary, Fremantle Biennale 2025

Sonic Earth is an experimental resonance dialogue bringing together lore, music and consciousness to ask the Ocean how we as humanity can best move forward into the era of rising sea levels.

Sonic Earth, in connection with First Nations communities and elders from Kuku Yalanji Daintree Coastal areas, and Walyalup / Fremantle area, create an enlightening and experiential performance for SANCTUARY Fremantle Biennale 2025.

Artists: Natalia Mann, Merindi Schrieber, Ilona MacGuire, feat. Nikki Doll and Wawumun.

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Resonance Workshop | Moonah Art Gallery | Hobart, Tasmania
Mar
21

Resonance Workshop | Moonah Art Gallery | Hobart, Tasmania

At Moonah Art Centre, as part of SA/MOA, Natalia Mann will share the "resonance" practice she has developed over the past ten years. This practice has helped participants connect on a deeper level, discovering their inner song in harmony with trees, plants, and the natural world. Everyone is welcome, and participants will be guided through the steps of the process.

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