I Found My Harpist on the Internet
Wondering if internet services that claim to find gigs and students for musicians are right for you? We break them down and talk to harpists who have used them.
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Harp Column Staff
The Harp Column Staff has been bringing you great editorial content, interviews, features, and reviews since 1993!
Get Booked: Musicians and Culture
We kick off a four-part series on must-read books for harpists with five titles that explore musicians and culture.
The CEO of Harp
Where does self-esteem originate?
Begin With the Basics
Back to the basics.
Improving One-Handed Trills
How to improve your one-handed trills.
Summertime Reading
Summer reads.
What’s the Holdup?
The value of vamping.
New Issue Sneak Peek—July-August 2021
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American Harp Society Foundation announces 2022 competition repertoire
The American Harp Society Foundation has announced the repertoire for its 2022 competitions, the Anne…
Dusty Strings introduces knot tying alternative
Seattle-based harpmaker Dusty Strings has created a new product that provides an alternative to tying…
Upcoming Israel Contest announces order of competitors
In less than four months, all eyes in the harp world will turn to Israel…
10th International Harp Contest in Italy announces repertoire
The 10th International Harp Contest in Italy “Suoni d’Arpa” (Sounds of Harp) has announced the…
Q and A with Edmar Castañeda
Colombian-born harpist Edmar Castañeda released his seventh album, Family, on May 21, featuring a blend…
Q and A with Mike Baldwin
Instrument maker Mike Baldwin has released Harp Making in Late-Georgian London, available from Amazon and…
Q & A with Stephanie Curcio
Stephanie Curcio’s new book, American Harpist: An Historical and Personal Journey, is now available from…
Q and A with Heidi Lehwalder
A Harpist’s Guide to Effortless and Organic Playing, a new method book by Heidi Lehwalder,…
Jess Garland to release film Harp and Sol
Singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Jess Garland’s new experimental film, Harp and Sol, will be released for…
Uno Vesje wins first prize at World Harp Competition
Norwegian harpist and composer Uno Alexander Vesje was awarded first prize at the Dutch Harp…
USAIHC announces repertoire for 2022 competition
The USA International Harp Competition has announced repertoire and is accepting applications for its 12th…
USAIHC holds digital benefit concert: 3x the Gold
The USA International Harp Competition (USAIHC) will present its Spring Benefit Concert on Saturday, May…
Q and A with Jana Boušková
Jana Boušková’s new album Má vlast, released on Supraphon on May 14, interprets the great…
Mariko’s Mettle
From learning to play the piano with her grandmother in Japan to playing in one of the world’s most famous opera halls every night, Mariko Anraku shares her fascinating journey.
Repertoire RX
Our experts weigh in on the best repertoire to help fix your technical troubles.
Crowdfund Your Passions
Find out how to harness the power of numbers and figure out which crowdfunding platform is right for your next project.
Setting Yourself Apart From the Crowd
This article extra is part of Crowdfund Your Passions in this issue. See how several…
Life Lessons Learned
Learning to adapt.
The Rhythm of Life
Overcoming struggles and building bonds.
How Much Slack to Leave on Strings?
How much slack to leave when winding different types of strings.
Borrowing From Others
Arrangements to be thankful for.
Something Doesn’t Sound Right
Something doesn’t sound right.
New Issue Sneak Peek—May-June 2021
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I Hear a Harp
Our sound quality is our musical fingerprint. Find out how to craft the sound you want at the harp.
Body + Mind
No one wants to deal with pain while they play. Learn the keys to preventing injuries at your instrument.
For Comparison’s Sake
Comparing notes.
Practicing Joy
Practicing joy.
Recognizing Scam Wedding Inquiries
Recognizing online gig scams.
Finding Inspiration
Music for focus and fun.
Where There is Smoke, There is Fire
Where there is smoke…
New Issue Sneak Peek—March-April 2021
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Harp Column Podcast Episode 71
Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with…
Together We Create
Composers, harpists, and harpist-composers share their advice for working together
Summer Harp Camp Roundup 2021
Harp camp might look a little different this year, but we’ve rounded up the details on nearly 40 programs happening in-person and online
this summer.
Five Things to Know About Virtual Harp Camp
Thinking about a virtual harp camp this summer? We’ll tell you what you need to know. —by Hannah Palquist
A Musical Call to the Polls
Playing for the vote.
Make it Happen
Harpists will make it happen.
Generating More Income
How to generate more income during COVID.
Valuable Editing
Ten new transcriptions of classic Tournier works.
Learning on the Job
On-the-job training.
New Issue Sneak Peek-January-February 2021
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Harp Column Podcast Episode 70
Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with…
Go Get the Grant
Tips and strategies to land grants from a professional grant writer and harpist. —by Elizabeth Huston
Lockdown Victories
Lockdown hasn’t been all bad. Harpists around the world tell us about the unique projects they’ve done with their unexpected time at home.
Return to the Concert Hall
Returning to the concert hall.
Come Along for the Journey
Enjoy the journey.
How to Cope With Arthritis
Dealing with osteoarthritis at the harp.
Finding Your Inspiration
New music for your new year —by Jan Jennings It is often interesting to learn…
Spreading More than Just Love
A wedding that spread more than love.
New Issue Sneak Peek
Check out the November-December 2020 issue of Harp Column!
Harp Column Podcast Episode 69
Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with…
Harp Column Podcast Episode 68
Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with…
Navigating College in the Time of COVID
How to make the most of the “new normal” in college and beyond. —by Katherine Ventura.
The Art of Uselessness
How one harpist put her sudden abundance of time to use during COVID. —by Christa Grix
Lessons Learned From Lessons Given
Learning lessons from giving lessons.
Better Together
The truth about being together.
How to Disinfect a Harp
Experts Peter Wiley, Jakez Fraçois, and Ray Mooers discuss how to safely disinfect your harp.
Christmas is Coming
It’s beginning to sound a lot like Christmas
No-look Music
Don’t look!
New Issue Sneak Peek
Check out the September-October 2020 issue of Harp Column!
Remembering Judith Liber (1940–2020)
—by Alice Giles Judith Liber, harpist and beloved mentor to many, passed away in Israel…
Harp Column Podcast Episode 67
Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with…
Harp Column Podcast Episode 66
Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with…
Keeping the Beat
Got rhythm? Our experts share tips on understanding pulse, rhythm, and how to use your metronome. —by Kela Walton
Metronome Apps You Can Count On
We test eight of the most popular metronome apps to find out which ones are best for harpists. —by Kela Walton
Practice Makes Progress
Five ways to bring purpose to your daily practice. —by Rachel Lee Hall
Lessons With a Legend
How my time with jazz legend Dorothy Ashby shaped my life.
How to Host a Harpy Hour
How to host your harpy hour.
Livestreaming Hacks for Harpists
This article extra is part of How to Host a Harpy Hour in this issue.…
Should you oil your harp?
Experts Tom Bell, Carl Swanson, and Joseph Urban discuss whether it’s wise to oil your harp’s disc mechanism.
Broad Appeal
Solos that everyone will find appealing.
Buckle Up
Buckle up!
New Issue Sneak Peek—July-August 2020
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Harp Column Podcast Episode 64
Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with…
The World Stops But the Music Plays On
Harpists around the world are adapting to the sudden changes in our daily lives brought about by the global coronavirus pandemic.
Fine Tuning
Get your tuning technique in tip-top shape with some advice from our tuning experts. —by Kela Walton
Tuning Tips, Tricks, and Terminology
Practical Tuning Tips, Tricks, and Terminology This article extra is part of the feature article…
Top Apps for Tuning
Wondering which tuning apps are best for the harp? We test them out and rate the best ones. —by Kela Walton
365 Days of Harp
A practice streak for the record books. —by Rosanna Moore
Enjoy the Journey
Enjoying the journey. —by Grace Browning
Getting a Warmer Sound
Question: How do you get a warmer, supported sound when you play softly? I think…
Tunes for Inspiration
New music to help you get through social distancing. —by Jan Jennings
Always Good for a Laugh
Timeless Stories.
New Issue Sneak Peek—May-June 2020
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Harp Column Podcast Episode 63
Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with…
Harp Column Podcast Episode 62
Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with…
Navigating COVID-19 as a Harpist
UPDATED March 13, 2020 As the COVID-19 virus continues to spread around the world and…
Harp Column Podcast Episode 61
Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with…
The Uno and Only
Norwegian Uno Vesje carries on the tradition of the harpist-composer.
Recording in Progress
Find out how to make a great recording from the comfort of your home.
Sing Us a Song
Forget the guitar or the piano, these singer-songwriters use a harp to tell their stories. —by Sam Hickman
Practice Break
Take a walk to clear your head.