About Lau Noah

Harmonic Mastery and Self-Taught Genius

Lau Noah is celebrated for her extraordinary command of harmony, knowing 'every chord and how to use them,' as highlighted in a video tribute to her skills [8]. Described as a 'self-taught harmonic storyteller' [22] and 'harmonic genius' [8], she blends intricate guitar work with poetic lyrics, earning admiration from musicians like Larry Goldings [7] and Jacob Collier [11]. Her approach defies traditional training, embracing freedom in not knowing all the notes [26].

Storytelling Through Music

Storytelling is central to Noah's ethos: 'If it doesn't move me, it doesn't make it' [6]. She crafts songs that 'speak' through guitar, prioritizing narrative over virtuosic display [10]. Collaborations like duets on A Dos [1] and EP The Way Under with Adam Neely [15] showcase intimate musical chemistry, while tracks like 'If a Tree Falls in Love With a River' meditate on creativity [21]. Her work with Lior at the Adelaide Guitar Festival emphasized emotional songcraft [23][24][28].

Pursuit of Freedom and Autonomy

Noah chases 'freedom' in art and life, from Spanish hippie communes to NYC [9], making music 'on her own terms' [6][25]. She values curiosity and independence, blending folk voices of 'freedom, curiosity' [10]. Relocating across continents—Catalonia to NYC, Berlin performances [13]—reflects her nomadic spirit [27].

Collaborations and Global Recognition

Noah thrives in partnerships: The Way Under EP with Adam Neely [15][16], 'If a Tree Falls' with Jacob Collier [11], duets album A Dos [1], and Lior [23][24][28]. She's performed at Brown University Jazz Talk [2], Adelaide Guitar Festival [26], Carnegie Hall's Notables [29], and Berlin scenes [13]. Forums and blogs buzz with discovery [3][11][22].

Creative Projects and Innovations

Beyond music, Noah explores film (A Decade of Miracles [5]), guitar trilogies [19], injury-themed EPs and shorts [17], and operatic inspirations after 10 NYC years [18]. Instagram posts reveal poetic visuals like 'Letter to the End of Time' [20] and presaves [14][15]. Her songcraft is uniquely Catalan-influenced yet global [4].