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.
Beautiful instrumental version of Schubert's Ave Maria with classical violin, concert harp and background strings. Perfect for Christmas, religious projects, weddings, background, underscore or other dramatic use. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic, Franz Schubert
Lively instrumental version of this Christmas favorite with hammered dulcimer, flute and classical guitar. Energy builds throughout with the ringing, bell-like sound of the hammered dulcimer. A Christmas favorite for your project! Instrumental, Christmas, Xmas Ensemble
Celtic harp, hammered dulcimer and keyboard present a New Age version of this traditional favorite. The beautiful Greensleeve melody is obvious with an interlude and introduction. The unusual ringing sound of the hammered dulcimer adds interest and an ethereal feel. Instrumental, New Age, New Age Acoustic
30 seconds spot of Deck the Halls with the unusual sound of the hammered dulcimer, Celtic harp and sleigh bells. The song plays one time through and makes a lively background for an ad, webpage or many other Chritmas products. Instrumental, Christmas, Xmas Ensemble
Various harp glissandos in pentatonic D. Ascending, descending, fast, slow, continuous or ending on a final note. Concert harp, Instrumental, Comedy, Comedy Music
Clean and simple Celtic harp recording of one variation of this Christmas song. One time through for an uncomplicated background for your project. Instrumental, Christmas, Christmas Solos
An instrumental lullaby with harp and keyboard. A great underscore, background or lullaby for children with a traditional Celtic melody, The Gentle Maid. Instrumental, Childrens, Childrens Instrumentals
Classic children's song with unusual instrumentation! Hammered dulcimer and harp give the song a lively, bright sound. Several times through in 2 octaves. Instrumental, Childrens, Childrens Instrumentals
Lively Celtic jig beginning with solo bodhran and gradually adding instruments. Hammered dulcimer performs the melody with a strong ringing sound, Celtic harp, guitar and bass are added as the energy continues to build. Instrumental, British & Irish, Scotland
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, Classical, Opera, Giacomo Puccini
60 seconds of the beautiful melody from Saint-Saens' Swan with violin and piano. A gentle background for a 60 second spot or many other types of projects. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic, Camille Saint-Saens
A lively 60 second version with hammered dulcimer and Celtic harp. A familiar Christmas tune with unusual instruments! The bell-like sounds of the dulcimer rovide a lively background for your 60 second spot or project. Instrumental, Christmas, Xmas World
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, Christmas Solos
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, British & Irish, Ireland
Flute and Celtic harp perform this beautiful, sad Celtic traditional melody. Great for a pensive background sound. Instrumental, British & Irish, Ireland
Scottish fiddle, hammered dulcimer and bodhran will get you moving in this rhythmic instrumental march. Add some determination to your project or have an unusual rintone! Instrumental, British & Irish, Scotland
short version of this lively Celtic jig. Full song, Kesh Jig, also available. Starts with bodhran followed by hammered dulcimer playing the theme for a quick Celtic feel. Instrumental, British & Irish, Scotland
A clear, simple version of this children's classic with hammered dulcimer for a bright ringing sound. Several repetitions in 2 octaves. A simple background for your project that won't interfere. Instrumental, Childrens, Childrens Instrumentals, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Try this classical favorite for your corporate program or other commercial project. Performed with hammered dulcimer and orchestral sounds, it is a familiar piece with an unusual lively performance. Convey energy and enthusiasm with real music! Instrumental, Classical, Classical, Luigi Boccherini
60 second concert harp version of this beautiful classical melody. Great for a background, underscore, or many commercial projects. Gentle melody and instrumentation won't interfere with your message. Full song also available. Instrumental, Classical, Classical, Felix Mendelssohn
Classical guitar and hammered dulcimer perform this lively, familiar piece by Bach. Known to rock fans and classical music lovers alike! Lively classical dance rhythm, a great background, underscore with some energy and class! Instrumental, Classical, Baroque, Johann Sebastian Bach
A lively Renaissance piece with hammered dulcimer and classical guitar. A great selection to convey energy or activity within your project. The ringing sound of the dulcimer is complemented by the fullness of the classical guitar. Instrumental, Classical, Renaissance
Harp, hammered dulcimer and keyboards perform two classic Oriental melodies: Red Dragonfly (Japan) and Arirang (Korea). Beautiful flowing melodies make a great meditative background. Begins with harp glissando, positive, uplifting feeling for inspiring productions. Instrumental, Japanese, Western Classical
A gentle, instrumental version of this familiar Irish song with intro and interlude for variety. Great for quiet listening, background, underscore or commercial projects. Instrumental, British & Irish, Ireland
A traditional Celtic aire beginning with distant solo penny whistle joined by Celtic harp. Great for a moody background or underscore with space for foreground sounds. Instrumental, British & Irish, Ireland
Need to add an ethereal, New Age feel to your project? Concert harp glissando matches the notes of the tuned wind chimes E, F#, G#, B, C#, E. (6 chimes including octave E) Background to a voice over or intro to music. Instrumental, New Age, Meditation
60 second version of this beautiful, classical melody with flute and harp. Meditation from the opera "Thais" is a quiet flowing melody with dramatic peaks. Add punch to your message with a well-known classical melody and beautiful instrumentation. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic, Jules Massenet
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. Instrumental, New Age, New Age Acoustic
Harp glissando introduces the traditional bridal march played with concert harp. A quick, direct message to instill fear or joy at the thought of marriage! Instrumental, Themes, Wedding Music, Richard Wagner
30 seconds of God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen with solo hammered dulcimer. An unusual but very ringing sound for your Christmas spot! Simple and clean enough not to interfere with your message but an interesting, engaging sound. Instrumental, Christmas, Xmas World
4 lively Christmas favorites with hammered dulcimer, flute, guitar and harps. Deck the Halls, Carol of the Bells, Ding Dong Merrily 30 seconds each, Come All Ye Faithful 1:18. Great for a collection of ads, backgrounds, e-greeting cards or other Christmas projects. Instrumental, Christmas, Xmas Ensemble
A lively, bell-like version of this well known Christmas song with hammered dulcimer, guitar, chimes and keyboards. Great for ads, websites or projects requiring non-vocal Christmas music to allow you to focus on your own message. Instrumental, Christmas, Xmas Ensemble
Hammered dulcimer and harp perform this well known Shaker hymn. Moderately slow version for a gentle background sound. Instrumental, Americana, American Patriotic
A short, lively, Scottish jig for a brief spot or ringtone. Performed with hammered dulcimer, guitar, bass and percussion. Instrumental, British & Irish, Scotland
But not the strings you expect! Hammered dulcimer and harp perform a classic tango rhythm in minor mode. Bass and percussion keep that tango feel. Great background piece for a strong rhythm with an elegant feel. Begins with bass rhythm and harp glissando. Feel the dancers pass by! Instrumental, Latin, Tango
A clear, simple version of this children's favorite with hammered dulcimer for a bright ringing sound. Great for a 30 second spot, transition or background. Instrumental, Childrens, Childrens Instrumentals, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
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, Classical, Felix Mendelssohn
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, Opera, George Frideric Handel
Short version of this Christmas instrumental with concert harp. Begins and ends with glissandos for that "heavenly" feel. A quiet, gentle background for an ad or other Christmas project. Instrumental, Christmas, Xmas World
Violin and harp perform this classic wedding processional. Introductory fanfare and strong presentation of theme. Also known as the Prince of Denmark's March, Trumpet Voluntaire, Instrumental, Classical, Baroque, Jeremiah Clarke
A short version of the lively, classic Bach Bouree known by classical music fans and and Jethro Tull as well! Classical guitar and hammered dulcimer. Instrumental, Classical, Baroque, Johann Sebastian Bach
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, Renaissance
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, British & Irish, Ireland
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, British & Irish, Ireland
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, British & Irish, Ireland
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, British & Irish, Ireland
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, New Age Acoustic
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, Xmas World
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, Xmas World