Meet Christina Thomas who is a harpist in Richmond, VA. She was such a joy to work with! Thank you Christina for allowing me to interview you! :)
Christina's Social Media, Email, and Website✨
Insta📷:
https://www.instagram.com/rvaharpist/
Facebook🙃: https://www.facebook.com/rvaharp
Website✨: https://rvaharpist.com/
Email🤗: rvaharpist@gmail.com
If you would like to be interviewed please contact me through email! ❤️
Meet Erin Hill!
Erin Hill is a harpist, actress, and a singer! She was so so sweet and I loved doing the interview with her!
Erin's Insta: http://instagram.com/erinhillharp
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/erinhillharp?sub_confirmation=1
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/erinhillharp
Twitter: http://twitter.com/intent/follow?source=followbutton&variant=1.0&screen_name=erinhillharp
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/erinhill
Meet Claudia Besné Villanueva!
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/claudiabesne/?hl=en
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/claudia.besnevillanueva
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrEM3YDtqYoF7rOKTmO4iMQ
*We said our hello's in the beginning, however I did not record it*
Caroline Léonardelli concert harpist and recording artist is a renowned soloist, chamber musician, and teacher. Caroline’s solo recording El Dorado received a JUNO Award nomination in the category of Classical Album of the Year solo or small ensemble.
Caroline has been described as a “World Class Harpist” in Harp Column Magazine, and her live performances have been reviewed as “Brilliant” and “Outstanding”. Reviews of Caroline’s Impressions de France recording:
“What she brings or adds to the music at hand, to any piece she plays, is close to magical” “She sees beyond the notes and recreates what the composer had in mind” Classical Music Sentinel.
"It is her artistic sense of pacing and of shaping melodies within cascades of notes that help make these performances commanding." WholeNote Magazine.
"This is a French album for me like no other", "warm touch, coupled with an articulate technique" Harp Column Magazine.
Caroline has released seven recordings on her own label CEN Classics and has a worldwide digital distribution agreement with NAXOS
Born in France, Caroline graduated with first prize in harp from the Paris Conservatoire under the guidance of Jacqueline Borot at the age of 18. After arriving in Canada Caroline completed an Artist Diploma at McGill University School of Music. During her youth, Caroline studied in France with Lily Laskine, one of the most celebrated harpists of the 20th century.
Contact:
MANAGEMENT & BOOKING | Robert Samuel
ARTIST | Caroline Leonardelli
carolineleonardelli@rogers.com
613-296-4405
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Sarah Goss started playing violin, piano and classical harp as a child. She went on to earn her BA in Music at York University, UK. She then moved to Dubai, UAE to perform classical and popular harp music as a soloist and half of the Lorelei Flute & Harp Duo. She began to make her unique arrangements of modern pop songs.
In 2002 Sarah moved to Bangkok, Thailand to set up and teach in the Tamnak Prathom Harp Centre. She then wrote teaching material for the center and gave recitals at the Siam Society.
Sarah was based in Oxford, England for 13 years where she regularly gave solo, duo and chamber music recitals, appeared as a concerto soloist, performed with various orchestras and ran a thriving teaching, regularly putting on Masterclasses and Workshops for her students. Also a qualified Iyengar Yoga Teacher, Sarah gave weekly classes in Thame, Henley and at the Culham Centre for Fusion Energy.
Sarah is a knowledgeable, patient and flexible harp teacher with over 20 years experience. In San Francisco she built a thriving private studio and set up harp departments at Scherzo Music School in San Mateo and at New Village School in Sausalito where she continues to teach from New York.
Her lessons are specifically tailored to suit individual levels, tastes and goals. Sarah is a patient and flexible teacher and welcomes students of all ages and levels of development. Lessons are thoughtfully planned and usually include elements of improvisation, arranging, theory and ensemble playing alongside solo work to develop general musicianship as well as solid technique. Sarah's students can choose to take graded harp exams or simply play for pleasure. Remote lessons online via Skype / FaceTime / Zoom etc are available.
In 2016 Sarah moved to San Francisco, California where she continued to perform and teach and was proud to be part of the UCSF Professional Harpists in Hospitals program.
Sarah has just relocated to Brooklyn, New York and looks forward to playing, teaching and getting to know the NYC music scene very much!
Contact
(+1) 628-224-1944
Brooklyn,
New York City, NY,
New Jersey, Connecticut
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Wendy Kerner graduated from The Julliard school, she has been playing the harp ever since she was 7 years old.Wendy received her Bachelor and Master of Music Degrees from The Juilliard School where she was a student of Susann McDonald.
Wendy is now a full-time harpist. Her career varies from; performing in a wide range of venues and ensembles and offers harp lessons for children and adults! She has a private teaching studio in Connecticut. Wendy even does online lessons + she also teaches at the Elyrica Summer Harp Ensemble Program! She adores what she does and hopes to spread that joy to other people. People often tell Wendy how they love how dedicated and efficient she is.
“I am always inspired by your musicianship and artistry.”
Church Music Director, Ridgefield, CT
The New York Times claimed Wendy has "first rate" harp playing. That she is also very "seductive" and "a delight to listen to".
Contact
(203) 554-0267
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Christy-Lyn is a YouTuber. She lives in Cape Town, Africa! On her channel, she shows how to do certain techniques on the harp. She is passionate about helping people learn to play the harp successfully, no matter your background, age, level or where you live.
On Christy's website, she provides online courses that teach you each note, and how to play smoothly and freely. Christy also provides a membership in which includes the following...
~Step by Step Courses: Learn a beautiful new harp piece each month!
~ Be a part of the Harp Community: Learn alongside harp players from all over the world. Ask questions, get encouragement and be inspired!
~ Access Anywhere: Learn no matter where you are. At any time of day, in your own home, at a pace that matches your learning style.
Most have found Christy's website very helpful! "I love your bubbly enthusiasm and clear way of explaining things, which even an old duffer like me can follow!" Says Andrew Hypher.
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Viviane Nüscheler has been studying music education with Sarah O’Brien at the Zurich University of the Arts since autumn 2019.
Viviane was part of the Baselland talent development program, passed all five “clef” exams with flying colors and played in many amateur orchestras as a newcomer.
"She won first prize at the international “Marcel Tournier” competition, IT, followed by winning the small Prix Walo and first prize and the best interpretation of “Solveig’s Dreams” by Vladimir Agopov at the international competition in Helsinki, FIN."
Music is an important part in Viviane's life. She teaches the harp as an instrument teacher at the Alato music school in Effretikon and Wallisellen.
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Alix Raspé is an award-winning solo and orchestral harpist, chamber musician, educator and musical entrepreneur. Alix teaches harp to all ages and level students. She teaches pedal and lever harp. She teaches online and in-person!
Alix has performed for occasions around the world. With almost 20 years of experience performing for weddings, parties and other special events.
She is also a yoga instructor! Her yoga classes are a one of a kind experience. Alix just recently completed a 200-hr Yoga Alliance Teacher Training program!
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Kristan Toczko is one of Canada’s premier harpists. Kristan has been a featured artist with several festivals! Including the Ottawa ChamberFest, Toronto Summer Music Festival, She Kincardine Summer Music Festival, Indian River Festival, and Rio Harp Festival in Brazil. She has performed with orchestras as well.
Kristan has over 12 years of private teaching experience. She teaches harp and piano to students of all ages. She also has a private studio.
She has been performing at various shows, events, cocktail hours, receptions, and weddings since 2006!
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