Alena Ciera is a American Pop Artist, Guitarist, and Actor hailing from Maryland. Her musical journey has been marked by exciting collaborations with renowned artists such as David Byrne’s American Utopia, Arianna Asfar, The Amours, Taisha Estrada, Casey J, Yolanda Adams, Cee Lo Green, Bela’ Dona, and more. Alena has graced prestigious venues like The St. James Theater, Jamming Java, Snally Gaster Festival, The National Stadium, The Eagle Arena, The Audi Stadium, Pearl Street Warehouse, The Capitol Jazz cruise, and many more.
Fantaisie by Peter Mathews
This original work by Peter Mathews can be performed on its own or as part of his four movement Suite française. Ensemble Lafayette gave the world premier of the Suite at the American Harp Society Conference in 2022.
Year: 2014
Greensleeves arr. Dudley/Smith
Whit Dudley created this arrangement of Greensleeves for four harps, and Rebecca arranged it for harp and organ.
Year: 2023
A Repertoire Sampler
Our recording engineer, Les Lentz, created this video of our repertoire.
Year: 2023
Aurora by Maurice Draughn
Ensemble Lafayette received a grant from the American Harp Society to commission this work, Aurora, by harpist, organist and composer, Maurice Draughn. Aurora is a three movement work for harp and organ that conveys the essence and aura of the aurora borealis and australis. The luminance from this natural phenomenon is highlighted throughout using the flute stops on the organ and sonorous sound effects of the harp.
Year: 2023
Adian is a professional actor, director and playwright. Whose main goal is to tell stories people want hear, and give a voice to those to scared to speak up. He wants to create a more wholesome inclusive theatrical environment all while using minimalism to be as environmentally cautious as possible. He loves comedy and bringing joy, but also is a huge fan of horror and suspense. He wants to gain an audience in Maryland, so he can grow his production company.
I'm kind of Heinz 57 of everything
Wade Davis, cellist, is in high demand as a solo performer and chamber music collaborator. He regularly performs with the Washington Bach Consort, the Folger Consort, as a guest with the Smithsonian Chamber Music Society, and his own baroque ensemble, S’amusant, co-founded with Patrick Merrill, harpsichordist in 2013. Other appearances include Piccolo Spoleto Early Music Festival, Indianapolis Early Music Festival, The MOJA Festival, The Spire Series, and Bach Ascending.
Bass Goes Boom
This song is a reminder that no matter how hard things get keep going and don't give up Meaning the Boss Goes Boom
Year: 2020