'If a Harp had a voice it would sound like Liz Madden' was how writer Gregg Senko recently described international recording artist, singer, songwriter and performer, Liz Madden. Involved in music and theatre for most of her life, Liz moves easily between Folk, Celtic, Jazz and Classical music with great sensitivity and brings light and dark to every aspect of both her singing and songwriting. Her voice leaves a lasting impression with it's deep emotion and energy and has often been compared to the likes of Enya, Loreena McKennitt and Kate Bush.
Classically trained but from a traditional background, Liz has been a recording artist for the past ten years culminating in the production of three solo albums, 'My Christmas Wish', 'Going Home' and a new Celtic/Folk album which will be released in 2010. Liz also recorded three original albums under the name, Rua.
Liz's performances worldwide include headlining at the Festival Interceltique de Lorient, Catskills Irish Weekends in New York, the Lisdoonvarna Festival, World Music Festival and the 7th International Folk & Art Festival in China. Most recently Liz was the only performer invited to perform at an International Conference for Nobel Peace Laureates. Following that Liz performed with Irish fiddler Niamh Fahy (Riverdance) at the Seamus Ennis Centre in Ireland for a night of Irish Roots music.
Liz's theatre work includes the Drawing Room Opera Company along with various roles in musical theatre. Most recently Liz played a lead in the new production of Stephen Sonheim's 'Side by Side' in Ireland. Liz journeyed to America in 2003, where she had the honour of becoming a Native American Pipe Carrier. Liz has a Diploma in Music, a Licentiate Diploma in Musical Theatre from the London College of Music along with a Diploma in Acting from the Irish Board of Speech & Drama and ITEC Diplomas in Music Therapy and Alexander Technique. Current projects include a songwriting collaboration (Velvet Electricity) with French Songwriter and Producer JMZ, along with a new recording project with Irish Fiddler Niamh Fahy.
Happy New Year Liz! Thanks for the well wishes and glad to see you're doing well! Will be in Dublin in March. Would be lovely to see you if you're around.
Hello, I uploaded a new piece, the third version of "L’orpheon de Jade" for four pianos performed by Veronique Vanhoucke- pianist. All the best and Happy new year ! Pat.
Hey Liz, Just wanted to stop by and wish you a very happy and safe New Year! I hope that 2010 is just as wonderful as this year has been for you! Your music is ever so inspiring and as I said before....you are very gifted in your talents. It's like a breath of fresh air! :)
Online Now!
have a great week - enjoy these final days of 2009 and have a wonderful new year!
John