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Arpa Nova
Learn to play "Arpa Nova," an original composition by Felice Pomeranz playable on both lever and pedal harp. Plus, download a FREE lead sheet!
Right hand independence
Learn Maeve Gilchrist's technique for building right hand independence.
Discussing Faure’s “Impromptu”
Members of the Dallas Harp Quartet perform and discuss Impromptu, Op. 86, by Gabriel Fauré.
Arpeggios—part 5
Sunita Staneslow teaches how to go beyond the basics in the final installment of her arpeggio series.
Wonder thumb
Learn how to play Kim Robertson's "wonder thumb" left-hand technique. This technique works well with drones.
Tango rhythm
Maria Luisa Rayan teaches how to play the rhythms found in the Argentinean tango.
Ledger lines
Learn to identify ledger lines above and below the staff.
Creating endings—part 2
In this tutorial Cindy shows how to use the melody to create a dramatic ending.
Muffling with Lynne Aspnes
Lynne Aspnes teaches how to muffle at the harp.
Processional—section B
Elzbieta Szmyt performs and teaches "Processional" from "Graded Recital Series Volume Two," by Susann McDonald and Linda Wood.
2—Plug it in
Jaymee Haefner teaches how to record yourself to gain practice feedback.
Arpeggios—part 2
Sunita Staneslow teaches how to take your arpeggios to the next level by creating phrases.
Y a bien longtemps que nous marchons—part B
Tristan Le Govic performs and teaches the traditional Breton march " Y a bien longtemps que nous marchons."
Tzigane—lesson 4
Sarah Bullen teaches the cadenza from "Tzigane," by Maurice Ravel, to harpist Catherine Litaker.
Practicing the circle of fifths
Learn Park's technique for understanding and practicing the circle of fifths using his sharp pedal method. (To enjoy this video, you'll need an understanding of key signatures and enharmonics.)
Two exercises for scales
In this lesson, June Han teaches two exercises for strengthening scales. (To enjoy this video, you'll need to know how to play an eight-note scale with cross-under.)
Playing softly
Alice Giles teaches how to create a soft yet full sound.
Playing small intervals
Kim Robertson teaches how to play and practice small intervals on a lever harp.
Discussing “Au Matin”
Members of the Dallas Harp Quartet perform and discuss Au Matin, by Marcel Tournier.
Practice tip #8: your metronome is your best friend
In this lesson on how to practice, expert Rachel Lee Hall explains why the metronome is an essential practice tool.