Natalie Haas: "That’s Where My Heart Belongs"

Juilliard grad Natalie Haas is one of the most sought after cellists in traditional music today. She and Scottish fiddler Alasdair Fraser have toured as a duo for twenty years, wowing audiences at festivals and concerts worldwide with their unique sound. In this episode, Matt asks her about a number of their albums, including the latest, Syzygy. Natalie has also toured with Mark O'Connor as a member of his Appalachia Waltz Trio. As a studio musician, Natalie has been a guest artist on over 50 albums, including those of Cape Breton fiddler Natalie MacMaster, Irish greats Altan, Solas, and Liz Carroll, and Americana icon Dirk Powell. She is an associate professor at the Berklee College of Music in Boston, and an instructor at music camps all around the globe.

wonderful conversation

Very informative and enjoyable to listen to. Great insight into Natalie Haas's approach and influence into cello and Scottish music.