About

Greg is a world-class harpist whose aggressive style of playing usually redefines the listener's concept of performance on the harp.   His superb musicianship combined with an enthusiastic attitude toward the Christian life make him one of the most sought-after Christian performers in America for the past 23 years.

When it came to music, there seemed to be nothing Greg Buchanan couldn't do.   He was just three when his mother- a singer, dancer, and Shakespearean actress- sat him on her lap and began teaching him piano.   But the first harp player in the family was Greg's older sister Lucy.   Greg watched her play...and at the age of nine, he decided the harp was for him.   It wasn't long before Greg's tremendous music ability put him in the spotlight.   He entered and won harp competitions. His future was bright-at least musically...

Greg readily gives God credit for everything he has today and for bringing him from the depths of worldly living to the triumphant life he now lives.   At the age of nine, Greg began playing the harp.   Naturally gifted, he excelled and progressed quickly.   As a young man, he spent four years in the United States Navel Band stationed in Washington D.C.   Following the military, Greg entered the southern California music scene where he experienced the glamour of professional success.   His personal life however was a dark paradox.    At the age of 13, Greg was introduced to alcohol, which thrust Greg's life into the downward spiral of alcoholism, drug abuse, dabbling in the occult and in and out of mental hospitals and jails.   In the fall of 1981, Greg left the music scene and entered college, determined to reconstruct the fibers of his life that had so quickly unraveled.   During this time, a friend invited Greg to a Christian concert off the streets of Hollywood.   Jesus Christ entered Greg's heart that night and the Holy Spirit began the process of repairing and healing the broken man who was so desperately searching for a new beginning.

Part of God's provision in Greg's life, was blessing him with a wonderful wife Becky.   Married 20 years, and blessed with three precious children: Matthew 19, Erik, 17 and Bree, 13.   Occasionally Becky and the children "brave the road" and travel with Greg.   Both Becky and Greg are natives of California and enjoy living in southern California close to family.

Greg enjoys the privilege of being one of the first harpists in the world to own and play the Electronic Acoustic Grand Harp developed and handcrafted by the Lyon and Healy Harp Manufacturers of Chicago.   This newly introduced instrument has technical capabilities that take Greg's music into realms of expression heretofore unattainable.   The instrument is a modified Salzedo Art Deco design, which was personalized according to Greg's specific needs.   During many concert performances, Greg also performs on a Celtic (Irish folk) harp and a Kin nor (lyre).   The uniqueness of Greg's stylized playing has made him a popular choice for international workshops.   Greg finds great fulfillment in being able to share not only his musical knowledge but also his personal walk of faith, thus offering great creative inspiration to those with whom he works.

God's calling continues to lead Greg to minister in churches, school assemblies, pastor and worship conferences, crusades, television, etc. For the past 23 years, God has called Greg to a life of traveling to spread the Good News and to encourage pastors and to lead people into the presence of God through exciting worship and personal testimony.   Churches in large and small towns have invited Greg to minister, and each time God's Spirit moves!   The people endear themselves to Greg, and he to them.   The circle of Christian friendship and faith continues to strengthen God's people.