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Harpeth Rising
Genre-Bending Newgrass-Rock-Classical
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Description
HARPETH RISING chose to name themselves after a river because water is both dynamic and
powerful. These words also describe the music created by the three women – Jordana
Greenberg (violin, vocals), Rebecca Reed-Lunn (banjo, vocals) and Maria Di Meglio (cello,
vocals). Unapologetic genre-benders, they fuse Folk, Newgrass, Rock and Classical into a
sound that is organically unique.
Hallmarks of their music include expansive three-part harmonies, consummate musicianship
and a deft, yet soulful lyrical perspective. Harpeth Rising's roots run deep – from their varied
ancestry across Eastern Europe to the musical hotbed of the Mid-South they now call home,
they weave together ancient and modern ideas, creating a sound that is both familiar and
impossible to categorize.
“We don't set out to create something different, we just write in a way that is true to ourselves
while trying to always expand and explore the new influences in our lives." says Greenberg.
“We're aware of genre divisions, we're just not bound by them."
After meeting at the Indiana University Jacobs School of Music, where all three members
earned performance degrees, Harpeth Rising began on a cross-country road trip. Inspired by a
summer spent jamming at campsites and attending folk and bluegrass festivals, Greenberg
(violin) and Reed-Lunn (banjo) decided to pursue a slightly different path than their classical
backgrounds would suggest. They began writing original songs and performing 4 to 5 nights a
week, developing their sound and their repertoire. It was with the addition of Di Meglio (cello)
that the lineup was complete, and the three women piled into a Prius and began to tour.
Despite the presence of only three string instruments on stage, Harpeth Rising produces a
profusion of sound generally created by a much larger ensemble. Di Meglio transitions fluidly
between providing the bass line and taking the melodic lead, while Reed-Lunn's highly original
style of claw hammer banjo–learned mainly by watching YouTube–is both surprisingly lyrical and
intensely driving. Greenberg takes on the role of concert violinist and accompanist with equal
facility, and ensures that a lead guitar is never missed.
From breathtaking energy to intimate connection, their live performances are kinetic events in
which their passion and their abilities are equally displayed. Harpeth Rising can create a
listening room from a rowdy bar crowd, and can inspire even the weariest of audiences. After
only a few months as a band, they embarked on tour of England, which included a performance
with The Bath Philharmonia. They were invited to perform at The Cambridge Folk Festival the
following summer, and have since played festivals across England and the United States,
including The Kerrville Folk Festival, ROMPfest, Blissfest, The Fylde Folk Festival, The Purbeck
Folk Festival and dozens more. Building their fan base in the tradition of all wandering minstrels
- passionately and by word-of-mouth - they now perform to sold-out audience internationally.
They have released four albums in as many years – Harpeth Rising (2010), Dead Man's
Hand (2011), The End of the World (2012), a collaboration with master wordsmith David
Greenberg (Jordana's father), and Tales From Jackson Bridge, (2013). Their fifth album,
Shifted, is set to release in early 2015.FAQ
Where can i park my car?
The Hawley Silk Mill and Cocoon parking areas are available for Harmony Presents attendees. There is plenty of parking space available for weekend and night time shows.
How do i contact presenter?
Please email jill@silkmillharmony.com with your questions
Is my ticket transferable?
Tickets may be given to others, but they should know the name of the original ticket buyer.
What is your refund policy?
Refunds will only be issued if a performer is unable to perform at our venue on the originally scheduled date.
What is your cancellation policy?
If a show must be cancelled, we will email and text/call all ticket buyers as soon as possible. Ticket buyers will be refunded.
Is a minimal age required to attend this event?
13 years, but we can sometimes make exceptions. Please contact jill@silkmillharmony.com if you are interested in bringing a younger person.
May I bring my own beer/wine/alcoholic beverage?
Our shows are not BYOB. Cocoon Catering Company sells wine, beer and some mixed drink options at the shows as well as snacks during performances. Other non-performance events may be BYOB, but this will be clearly stated in the event description.
