North Carolina composer and musician Donna Marie has a wealth of experience as a performer and recording artist with numerous solo and ensemble projects. She plays the concert harp, Celtic harp, and the hammered dulcimer, performing a range of styles including Classical, Celtic, New Age, and World music as both a soloist and with musical ensemble groups. Many of her tracks also feature the Classical guitar, flute, and violin. You will enjoy Donna's more traditional pieces, as well as her New Age variations of these elegant Classic themes.
Donna Marie's specialty is the hammered dulcimer, a percussive stringed instrument used for World and Classical music. Its sound fits into many Ethnic categories and is particularly used for Celtic music within the US. It has a very distinctive, ringing sound ranging from bright and lively to ethereal and mystical.
Extended dulcimer rolls in the key of G pentatonic scale for use in projects where you want to add a touch of Chinese dulcimer, the yangqin. The sound of the true instrument is unprocessed and we made the rolls long enough for you to cut and edit with true sustain and long ring. Use for song intro, Strings, Miscellaneous strings
An instrumental version of this beautiful aria with flute and harp. A familiar love song for weddings, but also a beautiful background for most any project. Instrumental, European Music, Italian Music, Giacomo Puccini
Extended dulcimer rolls in the key of G (G, A, B, D, G octave) for use in projects where you want to add a touch of dulcimer. Sound of the true instrument is unprocessed and we made the rolls long enough for you to cut and edit with true sustain, long ring. Intros, background, world fusion, Strings, Strings (miscellaneous)
Based on an ancient Oriental folk melody, this original arrangement includes a variety of stringed instruments and tempos to convey the feeling of an Oriental atmosphere. Begins with solo harp in slow tempo and moves to a moderate rhythm with plucked zither, hammered dulcimer and harp. Instrumental, Chinese Music, Chinese New Age
Lively traditional Italian song in instrumental format with violin, harp, mandolin, hammered dulcimer and strings. Neopolitan song later used for some pop versions but this is a traditional Italian song. Lovely, energetic violin lead with multiple instruments to add energy. 3 sections, Instrumental, European Music, Italian Music
Based on an ancient Oriental folk melody, this original arrangement includes a variety of stringed instruments and tempos to convey the feeling of an Oriental atmosphere. Begins with solo harp in slow tempo and moves to a moderate rhythm with plucked zither, hammered dulcimer and harp. Instrumental, World Fusion, Asian World Fusion
Flutes, harps and zither float through this traditional Chinese melody. Peaceful background melody for meditation, peaceful relaxation, or to convey feelings of world music and far away places. The instruments trade off on melody and improvisation. Lots of glissandos with harp and zither. Instrumental, World Fusion, Asian World Fusion
Real harp! Two finger glissando for a different effect. Harpist is playing the gissando with two hands starting at spaced interval to give a fuller effect. Key of G, pentatonic scale for that ethereal, Oriental sound. First you hear a single row of notes in a shorter gliss, then the longer gliss, Strings, Harp sounds
An original arrangement based on an ancient Japanese melody with modern string instruments. Plucked dulcimer, hammered dulcimer and harps combine within the western scale to create an modern blend of Oriental sounds based on this folk melody. Instrumental, Japanese Music, Japanese Western Classical
Flutes, harps and zither float through this traditional Chinese melody. Peaceful background melody for meditation, restaurants, or to convey feelings of world music and far away places. The instruments trade off on melody and improvisation. Lots of glissandos with harp and zither. Instrumental, Chinese Music, Chinese Folk Ensembles
The well known Neopolitan song with female vocal. This track is separated from accompanying music. Sung in Italian with alto voice See separate harp and hammered dulcimer track. The song conveys thoughts of the beautiful Mediterranean country and true love! Female Vocals, European Music, Italian Music
Haunting sounds of a Celtic harp and penny whistle perform this traditional Irish piece, Marcus Hernon's Aire. Great for an underscore, background theme. Quiet section for contrast on the repeat of the theme, then builds to the end. Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Ethereal Music
A beautiful classical melody performed with harp and string sounds. It conveys a steady but calm energy in a world famous melody. Try it as background for your training video or commercial message to make your presentation stand out. Instrumental, Classical Music, Classical Period, Felix Mendelssohn
Beautiful Celtic love song with soprano, harp and acoustic bass. Short version includes one verse followed by harp instrumental to provide a background or underscore. Female Vocals, European Music, Irish Music
60 seconds of Bring a Torch, classic Christmas carol with solo hammered dulcimer. A lively, bright sound for your project that stays out of the way of your message, but delivers the ringing Christmas song 2 times through. Instrumental, Christmas Music, Christmas World Music
A beautiful 30 seconds of an Irish air with penny whistle and Celtic harp. Gives a feeling of drama, peace, longing, beauty for your project. Instrumental, European Music, Irish Music
A beautiful version of this familiar Christmas carol with harp and flutes. A gentle background or underscore for your project. Melody begins with solo harp, adds flute and then variations with multiple flutes. Instrumental, Christmas Music, Christmas World Music
Beautiful Celtic ballad. You can imagine the story of the love between the soldier and lady. A great background for a story or video project. Celtic harp, hammered dulcimer accompanying strings and oboe give a gentle but dramatic presentation of a story. Instrumental, European Music, Irish Music
Music separated from vocal for this song. Accompanied by harp and hammered dulcimer for a slightly different sound. The song conveys thoughts of the beautiful Mediterranean country and true love! Instrumental, European Music, Italian Music
Haunting sounds of a Celtic harp and penny whistle perform this traditional Irish piece, Marcus Hernon's Aire. Great for an underscore, background or short melody within your project. Instrumental, New Age Music, New Age Acoustic
30 second version of the B section of this tango for hammered dulcimer and harp. A classic tango rhythm in minor mode with bass and percussion. Great background piece for a strong rhythm with moderate speed and an elegant feel. Instrumental, Latin Music, Tango
Hammered dulcimer and Celtic harp perform a lively 30 second version of this Christmas greeting song! Great for 30 second spots or short greetings in commercial projects! Instrumental, Christmas Music, Christmas Ensemble
A Celtic tune frequently used as a hymn performed with hammered dulcimer. Beautiful quiet melody to suggest hope in times of trouble. Begins with sounds of a rainstorm which fade away throughout the improvised introduction to a familiar, peaceful melody. Instrumental, European Music, Irish Music
60 seconds of this beautiful Christmas carol with violin, harp and background strings. Great for a background, underscore or 60 second spot. Dramatic yet classical sound. Instrumental, Christmas Music, Christmas Ensemble
A lively 30 second version of this familiar Christmas carol. The ringing sounds of the hammered dulcimer are accompanied by Celtic harp to provide an interesting background for your project. Instrumental, Christmas Music, Christmas Ensemble
Bianco Fiore: Bright, lively 30 second Renaissance piece with classical guitar and hammered dulcimer. Great for a cheerful background for a 30 second spot or transition. An Italian lute piece played with ringing sounds of hammered dulcimer and classical guitar for fullness. Instrumental, Classical Music, Renaissance Period
Largo from Vivaldi's Four Seasons. This version lets the cello sing for a change! Concert harp takes the usual cello role in order to free this beautiful instrument to shine! Lovely gentle classical melody for background, mood setting or relaxation. Instrumental, Classical Music, Baroque Period, Antonio Vivaldi
A quick bright "We Wish You a Merry Christmas" with sleigh bells, hammered dulcimer and Celtic harp. Great for transitions, idents and stingers. Lovely ringing sound of the hammered dulcimer is an unusual instrument to catch your listener's ear. Instrumental, Christmas Music, Christmas Solos
Hammered dulcimer and Celtic harp perform this traditional Christmas carol. Lively, ringing sound of the dulcimer give this instrumental version an unusual sound. Great background, bump or underscore for your project. Instrumental, Christmas Music, Christmas World Music
Hammered dulcimer and harp perform this well known Shaker hymn. Moderately slow version for a gentle background sound. Instrumental, Americana Music, American Patriotic Music
Two lively pieces from the Italian Renaissance period. These dances were written for lute and are performed with classical guitar and hammered dulcimer. Think of a bright spring afternoon in an Italian garden! Rich sound of the classical guitar combines with the bring ring of hammered dulcimer. Instrumental, European Music, Italian Music
30 second version of this traditional Christmas song with hammered dulcimer, chimes, guitar and keyboard. Perfect for a lively holiday ad or spot. The instrumental provides the background while your message stands out! Instrumental, Christmas Music, Christmas Ensemble
A New Age Celtic version of this well known piece with harp, hammered dulcimer, background strings and voices. Great for underscore or that meditative, ethereal feel for your project. Vocals remain in the background for just a hint of the lyrics and mystical feel. Female Vocals, New Age Music, New Age Acoustic
A quick fun, Celtic stinger including bodhran, hammered dulcimer and guitar. conveys energy or determination. Full song also available as Kesh Jig. Instrumental, European Music, Scottish Music
The well known Neopolitan song with female vocal and all acoustic instruments. Sung in Italian with alto voice accompanied by harp and hammered dulcimer for a slightly different sound. The song conveys thoughts of the beautiful Mediterranean country and true love! Female Vocals, European Music, Italian Music
A short, lively, Scottish jig for a brief spot or ringtone. Performed with hammered dulcimer, guitar, bass and percussion. Instrumental, European Music, Scottish Music
Christmas stinger of Joy to the World with sleigh bells and hammered dulcimer. An unusual instrument for a familiar Christmas song. Great for ident or seasonal stinger. Instrumental, Christmas Music, Christmas Solos
Lovely English folk carol with medium female voice and Celtic harp, penny whistle and soprano backup lines. Female Vocals, Christmas Music, Christmas Vocals
Female 4 part harmony for this Cornish Christmas carol. A lesser known but upbeat carol for something a little unusual. A Capella, Christmas Music, Christmas Carols
Beautiful light soprano and harp version of the quintessential Christmas carol. Begins with harp glissandos leading to solo singer for the first verse. One instrumental verse on harp with background vocals follows. Third time through is a second verse sung with 3 part harmony. Female Vocals, Christmas Music, Christmas Vocals
An instrumental version of this beautiful aria creates a lovely, gentle background for your project. Great for an underscore as it easily allows your message to be in the foreground. Pedal harp and background strings. Instrumental, Classical Music, Classical Opera, George Frideric Handel
1 instrumental verse of Silent Night with concert harp and strings. Background female vocals singing "alleluia" and "ooohs", to make a lovely underscore or background for your project while leaving space for your message. Lots of harp glissandos for that "heavenly" feel. Female Vocals, Christmas Music, Christmas New Age
Underscore for a minor mode Celtic melody with harp, hammered dulcimer and strings. Lovely, gentle feeling for a background or soundtrack. The full song, Grenadier and the Lady also available. Instrumental, European Music, Irish Music
A haunting air named for a beautiful part of Ireland played with low penny whistle (think Riverdance) and Celtic harp. Beautiful for storytelling, underscore or background. Instrumental, European Music, Irish Music
