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MARIEA ANTOINETTE
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ABOUT
Mariea Antoinette is an extraordinary African American jazz harpist who has redefined the boundaries of her instrument. With a background in classical training, out of San Diego attending U.C.S.D. for undergraduate work majoring in music, then on to the University of Arizona for Masters work in harp she has become a groundbreaking international recording artist, composer, scholar, and masterful musician, renowned for her captivating performances in smooth jazz, R&B, music. Mariea's musical prowess goes beyond traditional harp playing, consistently exceeding expectations.
Her remarkable talent has made her a sought-after artist at jazz festivals, award ceremonies, elite weddings, high-profile celebrity events, and major fundraisers. Notably, she had the honor of performing for the First Lady of the United States, Michelle Obama and President Barack Obama. Mariea Antoinette has received numerous nominations and awards and has collaborated with star musicians from the East Coast, West Coast, and the Caribbean Islands.
She has graced prestigious venues all around the world, such as the Walt Disney Concert Hall with an orchestra, the Playboy Jazz Festival at the Hollywood Bowl, BET Awards, Long Beach Jazz Festival, Capitol Jazz Festival, Carmel Jazz Festival, and the San Diego Jazz Festival and a tour in Africa with her Orchestra band.
Mariea Antoinette's discography includes three CDs, and she is set to release her highly anticipated fourth project. Mariea Antoinette's impact on the music scene is evident in her consistent top 10 presence on the Billboard charts. She dares to step outside the box, charting her own course as a gifted and innovative artist who has transformed the Harp into a lead instrument.
For a taste of her electrifying live performances and captivating music videos, be sure to check out her YouTube channel.
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REVIEWS
Mariea Antoinette: Straight From the Harp
Mariea Antoinette uses her harp to mix smooth jazz with R&B in an attractive package on this release. While the horns, strings and other instruments rotate, she keeps with Allan Phillips through most of the songs, who provides keyboards, percussion, guitar and drums in a modern feel.
You get electric rhythms with lovely harp strumming o pieces like “Fly Away” and the funky “I’m Gonna Love You” while a smooth synth groove comes across on “Give Me Your Love.” A dreamy “Journey” has Phillips and Antoinette creating the most intimate sound here, while some fun Caribbean mood is conjured on “Waiting In Vain” and an Indian lilt curries favor on “A Single Dance.” The mix of clever strumming on the strings and danceable riffs work well here, showing that the harp is not just for friends of St. Peter in the clouds.
The Hill Rag Magazine October 2015
- The Jazz Project
Urban-jazz harpist Mariea Antoinette’s new album offers a uniquely sprawling hybrid of harp harmonies and impassioned soloing, EDM-hip hop beats, R&B classics, gauzy rock guitar and dramatic violin underscoring from Karen Briggs. Showcasing Ms. Antoinette’s graceful and sensual harp theatrics amidst spacious jazz improvisations, the record explores the harp’s adventurous new possibilities. And this is accomplished with bravado and scintillating tempo on “Walk the Walk.” The hot-stepping soul train funk of “Give Me Your Love” will get you going before the quiet storm unleashes the joyful “Spend Sometime (With You)” for a romantic tryst.
TEEN JAZZ REVIEW
In an industry prevalent with saxophonists, guitarists, and keyboardists, it’s not often that you come across instrumentalists of a different sort, but Mariea Antoinette is one such musician paving her own way as a jazz and soul harpist.
On September 25, 2015, with the release of a special edition of her Billboard Top 5 charting album “Straight from the Harp” with MAH Productions, harpist Mariea Antoinette celebrated her recognition as a Phenomenal Women in Entrepreneurship with an award from the National Council of Negro Women. The new version of the album features two bonus tracks and updated artwork.....
Rick Scott
Great Scott P.R.oductions
LOS ANGELES WIRE
Honoring Excellence at the NHA Gala Mariea recently delivered a stunning performance at the 10th Anniversary Neighborhood House Association (NHA) Gala in San Diego this November. This event honored individuals and organizations making a profound impact in their communities. The prestigious evening recognized Stedman Graham with the 2024 NHA Chairperson’s Award for his commitment to education and leadership. San Diego public servant Jack McGrory was honored with the 2024 NHA President’s Award...
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QUOTES & NOTABLE MENTIONS
"Mariea is living proof that a visionary artist can bust out of traditional boxes on pure ability alone."
"Straight From the Harp' showcases the detailed virtuosity that has made Mariea one of the world's best on her instrument."
"Once you indulge in this musical magnum opus project, you will agree that it's extraordinary and her delivery is exceptional."
The Jazz in M.E.E. Magazine - Carolyn Beverly
"Mariea Antoinette's Straight from the Harp special edition knocks it out of the ballpark so far, the ball will never come back."
Red and Blue notes
"Thank you for your beautiful artistry. You set the musical tone for the entire evening!" - Vanessa Bell Calloway
"Is Mariea Antoinette still in the house? I have never heard anyone play the harp with much soul, so much passion, she's incredible." - George Wallace, Comedian. Beverly Hills Wilshire CDC Gala
"Unless you heard yourself, you would never believe the strait-laced, classical harp could bend in any forward motion toward R&B Funk, much less possess even an ounce of sex appeal. Mariea Antoinette changes all of that."
- San Diego Urban jazz harpist, (Yes Urban jazz)
- Carol Banks Weber-AXS
