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In this lesson on how to practice, expert Rachel Lee Hall introduces the "Boot Camp" method of slow and loud practice.
Sarah Bullen performs the cadenza from "Waltz of the Flowers," from "The Nutcracker" by Tchaikovsky.
Judy Loman answers questions about technique, repertoire, Carlos Salzedo, and more!
Deborah Henson-Conant teaches how to build the 1-5-10 chord for improvisation.
Sarah Bullen teaches how to play the cadenza from "Swan Lake," by Tchaikovsky to harpist Ellie Kirk.
Learn how the circle of fifths works.
Deborah Henson-Conant teaches how to add cookie cutter chords and patterns to improvise with the 1-5-10 chord. (Watch parts 1 and 2 in this series to learn how to build and use the 1-5-10 chord.)
In this lesson Amanda Whiting shows how to take your knowledge of modes and soundscapes to build the basic "blues" chord progression.
Learn alternate fingerings for the "treble" in part three of Gráinne's series.
Jaymee Haefner talks about the importance of bite size goals.
Members of the Dallas Harp Quartet perform and discuss Variations on a Theme in Ancient Style, by Carlos Salzedo.
Kim Robertson teaches how to create left-hand patterns using suspensions.
Learn how to arrange introductions, interludes, and codas using Rhett's arrangement of "Balm in Gilead" as an example.
Indiana University harp professor Elzbieta Szmyt answers questions about practicing, playing scales, repertoire suggestions, and more.
Deborah Henson-Conant teaches how to create an introduction to "Baroque Flamenco" not found in the printed music.
Tristan Le Govic gives an introduction to Breton music and how to learn from his tutorials on Harp Column Academy.
Learn how to play the "treble," a traditional Irish ornament.
Jaymee Haefner teaches how to play two classic pieces arranged by Sam Milligan.
Maeve Gilchrist teaches her arrangement of "Hogties Reel," by Phil Cunningham.
Isabelle Perrin teaches how to build beautiful tone production.