Bethan Nia is a sensational harpist and folk singer who has captivated audiences across the UK with her unique mix of gentle instrumental brilliance and cutting-edge choice of contemporary material. Bethan, who lives in Pontypridd, and has already wowed Glastonbury, captivating festival supremo Michael Eavis (who, let’s face it, has seen the best in the world). She was “fantastic” he exclaimed. BBC Radio’s Frank Hennessy adds: “This is a superb mixture of the traditional and contemporary, her harp-playing perfectly matching a gorgeous voice.”
Bethan’s stunning debut album ‘Ffiniau’ was produced by REM’s studio whizz Charlie Francis “What Bethan Nia is doing with Welsh music is similar to the impact Moya Brennan had on Gaelic song…mesmerising” (Irish Music Magazine) “There is something of Kate Bush’s ‘Aerial’ in this... the beauty of Bethan Nia’s writing and performances is undeniable” (Buzz Magazine) “Arswydus o hardd” (Western Mail).
Which is all a very long way from her days busking in Pontypridd. She will be joined on stage by Welsh virtuoso Meg Cox on fiddle and bodhran, reflecting the melodic and percussive elements of the harp with harmonics and rhythms.