Anna Maria Mendieta, harpist and creator of Tango del Cielo (Tango of Heaven), enjoys a busy career as a soloist, orchestral musician, and recording artist. She is the principle harpist with the Sacramento Philharmonic and has played with orchestras and chamber music groups across the country. Ms. Mendieta is recognized internationally as a pioneer in performing Argentine Tango music on the harp with praises by the American Symphony Orchestra League as an “exceptional and charismatic soloist”. She has performed with many celebrities including Barry Manilow who calls her his “favorite harpist”. Her national touring concert-show “Tango del Cielo” is the subject of a documentary film. The multimedia show features music, art, film, tango & flamenco dance, and a tribute to the Silent Films. When she’s not pulling strings, she’s out on the dance floor as a part of the show!

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