Jay Michaels currently performs as a Soloist, and with his wife Abby as the Renaissance/Celtic/Medieval duo The Harper and The Minstrel. Jay has been featured at venues throughout New England, and has performed in many other parts of the country including Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, Ohio, Maryland, Florida, Arizona and California.

Jay has been composing and recording music since the early 90's. He has many instrumental pieces licensed to film/TV libraries. His New Age Harp instrumental "Opening The Harp Chakra" was placed on the NBC series "Parenthood" episode #107 airing 4/13/10. He has also recorded and produced music for a Childrens' IPhone App.

Jays musical range includes tunes from the Renaissance, Baroque and Medieval eras, Ancient and Modern Celtic Airs and songs by The Beatles, Led Zeppelin and Sting.

Jays fluid style and passionate playing have earned him praise from both audiences and fellow musicians alike. When appearing at Renaissance Festivals he is dynamic and passionate during stage shows and a charming, engaging street performer.

In addition to recording eight CD's with The Harper and The Minstrel, Jay has recorded a Solo Celtic Harp CD Something the Elf Said, and has released a New Age Harp album Opening The Harp Chakra.

His CD's with The Harper and The Minstrel have received favorable reviews from Renaissance, Celtic Beat, Faerie, Motif and South Coast  Magazines, and the Celtic Website Celtophilia.com

Jay Michaels is a member of BMI and The International Society of Folk Harpers and Craftsmen.

To listen to samples of the Solo Harp Music of Jay Michaels visit: www.myspace.com/songwriterjaymichaels

CLICK HERE to view the episode of NBC's Parenthood (Episode # 107 What's going on down there?) that uses Jay Michaels' New Age Harp piece Opening The Harp Chakra during the opening scene at the Yoga Class.

The Jay Michaels Solo Celtic Harp CD is now available!  To Listen to samples and purchase click on the cover. 

CD Cover Photo above by Gar Travis www.garphoto.com 

Jay Michaels is available to perform at Private Functions, Concerts, Renaissance & Medieval Festivals, Weddings and other Special Events. Please click on the CD Cover above to Preview or Purchase Jay's latest Solo Harp Album!                                      Please EMAIL for booking information.