Just Say ‘Yes’
Today in the course of some research, I stumbled upon The Young Ladies Book written by Matilda Anne Planché Mackarness in 1888. It contains advice of all sorts on reading, …
Lindsey Stirling – Song of the Caged Bird
This original composition and video by violinist Lindsey Stirling enchanted me; I hope it enchants you.
Do you have a favorite YouTube video by Lindsey? Please post a title or …
Wedding Processional Songs & Recessional Ideas
A simple list of some of the pieces I’ve played on harp for weddings in the past, or pieces that I think would make great wedding processional songs or recessionals. …
Tips for Winter Practicing
Minnesota winters are nothing new to me. Over the years I’ve become increasingly adept at gunning the car engine in order to build up the necessary momentum to get up …
CD Release Party
Stephanie Claussen presents: Soirée à Montpellier
Harp solos inspired by the French city of Montpellier.
Friday, February 1st
Music from 7-8pm
No cover charge – CDs available for $15
Overflow Espresso Café
2929 University Ave. SE, …
On How I Almost Drowned In the Gulf of Mexico, and the Love of Jesus
O the deep, deep love of Jesus, vast, unmeasured, boundless, free!
Rolling as a mighty ocean in its fullness over me!
Underneath me, all around me, is the current of Thy love
Leading …
A Life-long Lesson Learned from Playing Harp
Article written by Emily Taege
Last weekend, I went ice skating with my husband and his kids, Caden, Hannah, and Hope (they are 8, 6 & 4 respectively). The …
“Support the Musicians” button raises questions at the polls
I stopped by Groth Music in Bloomington yesterday to help a new student find a harp. They sell Support the MN Orchestra Musicians buttons! And lawn signs, and T-shirts. The …
Practice Tips: 6 essentials for every practice space
Have you ever not started a practice session simply because you know it will take some time to assemble the necessary tools, books, …
For Reasons Unseen | Featured Celtic Music Artist
I first heard the music of fiddler Hanneke Cassel on an Apple Music Celtic music radio station called “A Celtic Sojourn” out of Boston. (If anyone doesn’t know about Apple …