Magical Strings
Since 1978 Philip and Pam Boulding have drawn a loyal following worldwide, captivated by energetic arrangements of Celtic music and their own engaging compositions, intertwining Celtic roots with classical and world music influences. Their virtuosity and expressive style have been described as "warm, graceful and sonically gorgeous" by the Washington Post. With their Celtic harps, hammered dulcimers, pennywhistles, concertina, button accordion and more they have performed throughout the United States, Canada, Ireland and Japan, toured and recorded with Dan Fogelberg and recorded 21 albums on four labels.
Their most recent albums, Fairy Wind and Lullaby for a Soul’s Journey capture the exuberant spirit of Philip and Pam’s journeys to Ireland and beyond and includes many of their newest compositions, lullabies and lively traditional tunes on a variety of instruments. This CD also features their daughter, Brittany, a violinist with the Seattle Symphony. For a glorious 41 years they have
Join us for Harp Camp 2022
Malagasy Greeting by Philip Boulding
Song for Healing
Toasted Toaster Hornpipe
Seth's Repose
Carolan's Farewell - Performed by Philip Boulding of Magical Strings on 3/23/21
Planxty Crowell - composed and performed by Philip Boulding of Magical Strings
Carolan's Favorite (Mary O’Neill)
Planxty Irwin by Turlough O'Carolan performed by Philip Boulding on Magic Hill, Jan 19, 2021
A Celtic Yuletide moment from our home to yours
"Where Dragons Dance" by Philip Boulding The title track from Magical Strings CD
Philip plays Bridget Cruise beside the Mighty Pacific
The Unseen Journey
Magical Strings 40th Anniversary Concert
"Love's Sweet Journey" by Philip Boulding
Philip's Birthday Live Stream, Concert July 12, 2020
"The Quiet Garden" from Philip Boulding's Harp album on Flying Fish Records - 1988
"Song for Reconciliation" from Philip Boulding's Harp album on Flying Fish Records - 1988
Live from Magic Hill #4 - Magical Strings, Philip & Pam Boulding - Celtic Harp & Hammered Dulcimer
Philip Harps Again - Lullabies and Love Songs for the End of May
Love Lie Beside Me - Philip Boulding plays his Mini Concert Oladion
Haydn's Lullaby by Philip Boulding of Magical Strings
Magical Strings Mothers' Day Concert 2020
"Margaret's Arrival" from Musings CD, solo harp originals by Philip Boulding
Bridget of the Starlight from Magical Strings CD Musings