Concert by Paraguayan Harpist Nicholas Carter

The Friends of the Cranford Public Library are very pleased to sponsor this performance by harpist Nicholas Carter. At home in two cultures, Mr. Carter was raised in Minnesota and in Asunción, Paraguay, where he learned to play the harp. Paraguay has a distinguished tradition of harp music. Paraguayan musicians developed a unique instrument based on the 16th century Spanish harp and established their own style of playing. The Paraguayan harp is the national folk instrument of Paraguay and is often present at parties, churches, musical festivals, and other social events. Mr. Carter has recorded more than a dozen albums and has performed as a soloist and with various ensembles in the United States, Latin America, Europe, and Israel. He currently resides in Asunción, where he teaches harp. He also travels often to appear in concerts and to teach at various harp festivals. Admission to the program is free and all are welcome.