How lovely was that, Adria Jackson with her song Halifax Shore” - Bill Roach

CBC Radio - Weekend Mornings

About

BIOGRAPHY

Celtic singing harpist, Adria Jackson, skillfully weaves a magical tapestry of sound with her harp and soaring ethereal vocals, reminiscent of Loreena McKennitt and early Joni Mitchell, drawing on her Celtic, English and Scandinavian heritage.  Following her Earshot charting debut album, Troubadour (2023), she released a brand new historical folk album, Helen Creighton & The Songs of The Red Parlour in September 2025. This spring, Adria ventured on her Accidental World Tour stopping in Niagara Falls, Vancouver, Halifax, Barcelona & the UK.  Other performances include Atlantic International Film Festival, Harmony Bazaar Festival of Women and Song, Government House(NS), Helen Creighton Folk Club & Halifax Celtic Festival. Collaborations: Mohammad Sahraei (Persian tar) Jaques Mindreau (violin) Sarah Frank (violin), Catherine Little (cello) & Connor Cornick (cello). Watch for an original nostalgic bluegrass Christmas song with Terra Spencer and the McMillan’s Camp Boys December 2025. 

 After living throughout Canada and the UK, Adria now lives with her family in Halifax, Nova Scotia where she is soaking up the East Coast Gaelic culture and fresh sea air.  Before emerging as a traditional folk singer/harper, Adria was an experienced classical performer and educator.  She performed in recitals across Canada, England & Wales.  She ran singing workshops in primary schools in London for Sing Up plus ran a bustling private vocal studio.  She holds a Bachelor of Arts with Distinction in Music(classical voice) Brock University. 
 

SHORT BIO

Celtic singing harpist, Adria Jackson, skillfully weaves a magical tapestry of sound with her harp and soaring ethereal vocals, reminiscent of Loreena McKennitt and early Joni Mitchell, drawing on her Celtic, English and Scandinavian heritage.  Following her Earshot charting debut album, Troubadour (2023), she released a brand new historical folk album, Helen Creighton & The Songs of The Red Parlour in September 2025. This spring, Adria ventured on her Accidental World Tour stopping in Niagara Falls, Vancouver, Halifax, Barcelona & the UK.  Other performances include Atlantic International Film Festival, Harmony Bazaar Festival of Women and Song, Government House(NS), Helen Creighton Folk Club & Halifax Celtic Festival. Collaborations: Mohammad Sahraei (Persian tar) Jaques Mindreau (violin) Sarah Frank (violin), Catherine Little (cello) & Connor Cornick (cello). Watch for an original nostalgic bluegrass Christmas song with Terra Spencer and the McMillan’s Camp Boys December 2025. 

 

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

Harmony Bazaar Festival of Women & Song

Ateneu Sant  Just Desvern, Barcelona

Niagara Parks Commission

Atlantic International Film Festival

 Government House for Lieutenant Governor NS,

Osprey Arts Centre,  Ancient River Festival, Sanctuary Arts Centre

Helen Creighton Folk Club

Side Door by the Sea, Halifax Celtic Festival & Sherwood Park Highland Gathering

RADIO PLAY

Interviews- CIOE - WomenFolk with Leona / CJSF - Speak Up

CBC - CFUV - CHLY - CKUA - CFBX

CHARTS

#15 National Folk/Blues/Roots Earshot - August 2023

PODCASTS

A Better Way of Life (UK)/East Coast Hour/ Irish & Celtic Podcast/ 

Jan Vanderhost - Just Us Folk / Scotlander Radio/ 

 Routes & Branches & Beyond / Songwriters from Here and Away/

 

REVIEWS

"How lovely was that!  Adria Jackson with her song Halifax Shore."

Bill Roach, CBC Radio, Weekend Mornings - August 6, 2023

"It was a truly special night, one that will remain with both of us for quite some time.  As you could tell from the audience's reaction, your music was deeply appreciated by all.  I have received many glowing reviews, with guests praising your tremendous skill as both a singer and harpist.

Arthur J. Leblanc, ONS, KC, Lieutenant Governor,  October 15, 2024

"What a concert! Last night, at your Osprey Arts Centre, harper Adria Jackson combined soaring operatic singing with the gorgeous tones of her handcrafted harp to hold her audience rapt for more than two hours. Thank you, Adria Jackson Harp. "

Rob Stork, Executive Director, Osprey Arts Centre, Shelburne, Nova Scotia, March 10, 2024.

"The sophisticated sounds of Adria's harp were perfect accompaniment for cocktail party at sea.  It made the evening feel magical."

Christy King-Lopes, Atlantic International Film  Industry Programs Manager, October 24, 2024

 "Adria's renditions of both classical and traditional Celtic pieces are inspirational. The music captures our attention and imagination. Adria is a pleasure to work with and has been flexible and very professional in her relationship with our Highland Games. A crowd favourite."

Roxanne Carr - Vice-President, Sherwood Park Highland Gathering, July 2022