Our Music by Artist 
With a high school band sousaphone background, Hilary Stagg (named for Sir Edmund Hillary, the famous mountaineer) was an electrician when in his mid-twenties he attended an Andreas Vollenweider concert. He was enthralled, and so inspired that he purchased a small harp. It was a delightful challenge for him to use his knowledge as an electrician in amplifying the instrument and his custom amplification was superb. He tried formal lessons but quickly decided he would learn to play the harp a different way. Hilary believed in and practiced lucid dreaming and developed a way of dancing with the Muse in his dreams, a way of exploring and composing music in his "sleep" that became the core of his compositions. As he experimented, Hilary developed a gentle, yet powerful, melodic style that gave new meaning to soothing and relaxing music. He began performing regularly, refining his technique and confidence. The results of his labor and dedication can be heard on seven titles for Real Music, Beyond the Horizon, Feather Light, Dream Spiral, The Edge of Forever, Winter Magic (Christmas selections), Sweet Return and finally, Hilary Stagg ~ A Tribute.
"When I first heard Hilary's music," says founder and president of Real Music, Terence Yallop, "I kept it playing all night. It has a unique rhythm, perhaps best described as a spiral."
Hilary had worked as a commercial diver in the North Sea, spending many, many hours underwater. He was also an avid scuba diver, so it's not surprising that Hilary's music is akin to floating in the ocean, wave after wave reflecting the spiral of life as our planet moves through the heavens. This is undoubtedly why Hilary's music is so perfect combined with the magnificent underwater footage on Starbrook's video, Real Sanctuary.
As he played and spoke about the harp, it was obvious that Hilary had tremendous respect for the instrument. "There is something about the harp that captivates not only the listener, but reaches a part of me as well that is difficult to describe or understand," explained Stagg. And when you listen to his work, it seems inconceivable that Hilary Stagg's musical journey was relatively brief. With fan mail pouring in regularly from a devoted following, many describing their healing experiences with the music, it's clear that Stagg's unique sound has a profound effect upon people no matter what their musical tastes may be.
Hilary died suddenly after a brief illness in June 1999. His music is our gift, ready to comfort and uplift at the touch of a button.
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Teri Cottrell
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... Hilary is my favorite artist and all of his cd's are healing on a soul level. I cannot recommend his music enough. The world lost a huge talent in Mr. Stagg but through his music, he can live on. I hope I can meet him myself someday when I cross over to the other side so he will truly know how much his music means to me. Hilary, your light will shine on forever! My favorite cd is The Edge of Forever but I also highly recommend all of them. I could never tire of listening to the music all day and all night. If you haven't had a chance to experience the miracle of his music, you are truly missing out. You have to hear him to believe me. Teri |
Teri Cottrell
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... Hilary is my favorite artist of all time. The world really lost a genius and thankfully he can live on through his music. I highly recommend all of his music as it is peaceful and truly touches on a soul level. If you want to experience a piece of heaven you have to try his cd's. My favorite is the Edge of Forever but they are all good. I cannot say enough about his music. I never tire of listening to it. Hilary I hope to meet you on the other side and tell you just how much you have inspired and touched my soul. I use his cd's for meditation, to help me fall asleep and when I do Reiki Healing on others. Hilary you truly are a beacon of light in a sometimes dark world. Shine on! I love you for bringing your gift to the world, my only regret is you are gone and cannot create more. Teri |
