The opening title track begins with an ominous sound–the relaxing harp then arrives, adding a calming aurora. This calmness continues throughout the album, with certain tracks, like “El Jardin de Eliza Lynch,” which features John’s whistles, adding an almost spiritual element to Burns’ distinct sound. The piece “Dreaming in Violet as Jacaranda Petals Fall” features a melancholy tune, bringing a bittersweet, nearly sadness to the album, and highlighting the overflow of emotion through music. The album’s final piece, “Where the Sycamore Used to Be,” concludes on a relaxing, hopeful note, with the harp bringing peacefulness to the listeners.
Ursula has had a long career spanning over thirty years, working in the fields of theatre, circus, performance, and comedy. She is celebrated as ‘The Dangerous Harpist’ and is not slowing down any time soon. You can now easily access and enjoy her latest work, “The Secret Melodies of Trees,” as it is available on all major music streaming platforms.
