Claire Roche, Irish harpist and singer, captivates audiences with her exquisite music
With a repertoire that elegantly blends traditional Irish melodies and contemporary compositions, Claire performs and composes Irish songs with harp or piano accompaniment.
Rena McAllen, Thor Ballylee Yeats Tower, July 22nd 2025
“It was our pleasure to have Harpist Claire Roche, perform to a select audience, in the former home of WB Yeats - Thoor Ballylee Yeats Tower.
Claire brought the poetry of Yeats alive with her delightful harp accompaniment and her rendition of our traditional Irish songs leaving the audience astounded.
Claire, the master of the harp, concluded the evening playing two harps at once to a rousing finale.”
Claire at the National Concert Hall, Dublin
My Albums
From popular traditional songs to beautiful poems of W.B. Yeats set to enchanting music and passionate original songs.
From Then To The Here And Now
A comprehensive double album collection of my own songs, accompanied by my antique harp, grand piano and guest musicians. These songs express themes of nature, love, loss, and freedom. They are inspired by my childhood home, which was once a miniature farm.
An Irish Wedding Ceremony
Recorded for a bride and groom on the occasion of their wedding. Songs and instrumentals on the theme of love, sung in the Irish language.
Dancing in the Wind
A journey through the poems of W.B. Yeats set to beautiful song melodies with original music, composed by me and rooted in the Irish tradition. The combination of voice & harp through this work is a transforming experience.
Out of the Ordinary
A love story in song. This album was inspired by my own story and the journey. Subtitled a Journey of Love and Loss, this album explores the range of human emotions, ending on a note of hope and joy.
Songs From The Harp Room
Traditional songs of Ireland that I learned while learning to play the harp at Sion Hill School in Blackrock Co. Dublin, many years ago. These songs are still requested favourites at live performances.
The Lilt of the Banshee
A collection of Celtic music and song, from Turlough O’Carolan to the well-known The Parting Glass and Danny Boy. For fans of traditional Irish song.