Harp in the Fantasy Novel, Part 2
Let me take this opportunity to disabuse you of a few notions. If you were to try stealing my harp, it would not cry out, “Stop thief!” It would, however, …
Harp in the Fantasy Novel, Part 1
I must confess that I’m carrying some baggage. As a devout fantasy fan and a long-time harp player, in this three-part post I hope to both pour out years of …
Get Students to Practice (Part 1) – Intrinsic vs. Extrinsic Motivaton
My teacher Stephanie and I were discussing after one of my lessons, “How do you motivate student to practice their instrument?” I first thought back on my history of taking …
My Author and Conductor
There is a sentence in the book Hebrews that I love. “Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set …
Why You Should Go Swing Dancing Next Week
There are multiple reasons why you should do swing dancing next week. 1. It’s very good exercise, and far more enjoyable than doing time on a treadmill. 2. They say …
What Does a Freelance Harpist Do All Day?
A few weeks ago I published an article entitled “The Harpist and her Inner Hit Man,” humorously portraying the life of a freelance harpist. This week I thought I would …
Three Places to Find a Harp in St. Paul/Minneapolis
Updated 2024
Harps at Musicmakers
This lovely music shop, located in Stillwater, MN just off of Hwy. 36, has been around for over 30 years. Three of my lever harps come …
Repertoire
Classical Harp Music Selections
Pieces that require a pedal harp are labeled (P).
Air (on the “G” String) by Bach (P)
Air, by Bochsa
Arioso, by Bach (P)
Ave Maria, by Franz Schubert (P)
Canon in …
The Harpist and Her Inner Hit Man
My black sedan pulls to a stop at the curb and I step out into the slush, ignoring the NO PARKING sign next to my bumper. Everything looks just as …