Amanda Whiting

Amanda Whiting is a highly acclaimed Welsh harpist and composer celebrated for her virtuosic skill and innovative contributions to the UK jazz scene. With a sound inspired by legends like Alice Coltrane and Dorothy Ashby, she has carved a distinctive path, blending classical training with contemporary jazz sensibilities. Having toured extensively with her own trio and collaborators such as Matthew Halsall, Greg Foat, and DJ Yoda, Amanda’s performances radiate both technical mastery and heartfelt emotion. She boasts a rich discography, including three solo albums on Jazzman Records and her latest releases on First Word Records, which she joined in 2024. Her newest album, A Christmas Cwtch (Dec 24), showcases her flair for crafting timeless, atmospheric melodies. A Jazz FM ‘Instrumentalist of the Year’ nominee, Amanda is championed by tastemakers like Jamie Cullum and Cerys Matthews. Beyond the stage, she teaches jazz harp at prestigious institutions, sharing her passion with the next generation of musicians.