Shelley Phillips, Celtic Musician

Welcome to the Official Website of Shelley Phillips

Shelley Phillips is a masterful musician whose career spans decades of captivating performances, exquisite recordings, and deep dedication to the folk and classical traditions. A gifted multi-instrumentalist, Shelley weaves together the warm, ethereal tones of the Celtic harp, oboe, English horn, and an array of traditional flutes to create music that is both timeless and transcendent.

From intimate solo performances to collaborations with world-renowned artists, Shelley has graced concert halls, folk festivals, and recording studios, bringing her unique blend of Celtic, Renaissance, and Appalachian influences to audiences across the globe. Her artistry is deeply rooted in storytelling through music, evoking landscapes, history, and emotion with every note.

As a recording artist with Gourd Music, Shelley’s discography showcases her passion for delicate, expressive melodies, while her work as the Artistic Director of the Community Music School of Santa Cruz reflects her lifelong commitment to music education and cultural preservation. Whether performing, teaching, or composing, her music remains a bridge between past and present, inviting listeners into a world of beauty, serenity, and inspiration.

Explore her journey, listen to her work, and discover the soul-stirring sound of Shelley Phillips.