Somerset festival honors Kim Robertson with lifetime achievement award
Kim Robertson has been selected as the recipient of the 2019 Somerset Folk Harp Festival…
Author Harp Column
Heaven Fan named harp professor at Notre Dame
Heaven Fan has been selected to join the faculty at University of Notre Dame beginning…
11th USA International Harp Competition results
The 11th USA International Harp Competition took place July 3–13, 2019. Look for our interview…
Alis Huws selected as harpist for HRH The Prince of Wales
Alis Huws has been named the official harpist to His Royal Highness The Prince of…
Laura Sherman appointed harp professor at University of Miami
Laura Sherman has been appointed to the faculty of Frost School of Music at the…
Kathy Kienzle announces retirement from Minnesota Orchestra
Following 27 years with Minnesota Orchestra, Kathy Kienzle will retire from her role as principal…
Kansas City Symphony appoints Katherine Siochi principal harpist
Following an audition that took place June 17–19, Katherine Siochi was selected as the principal…
Los Angeles Philharmonic announces principal harp audition
The Los Angeles Philharmonic has announced a harp audition scheduled to take place Sept. 29—Oct.…
Caroline Wilkins wins top prize in American Harp Society National Competition
Caroline Wilkins has been named concert artist for the American Harp Society, following the national…
Harp Column Podcast Episode 51
Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with…
New Mexico Philharmonic names Matthew Tutsky principal harpist
Matthew Tutsky was selected as principal harpist with the New Mexico Philharmonic following an audition…
Molly Langr wins one–year position with Boise Philharmonic
Molly Langr was named acting principal harpist with the Boise Philharmonic for the 2019–2020 season,…
Haley Rhodeside joins Orlando Philharmonic
After three rounds of auditions on May 31, Haley Rhodeside was selected as the new…
Rachel Lee Hall wins Houston Symphony’s concerto competition
Rachel Lee Hall won the 2019 Houston Symphony Ima Hogg Concerto Competition after performing Ginastera’s…
NPR reviews Brandee Younger’s new album
Brandee Younger’s new album, Soul Awakening, was recently featured on NPR. Reviewed by Nate Chinen, the…
Results announced from first Pratté International Harp Competition
The results of the the first Pratté International Harp Competition have been announced. Held May 10–11…
Iván Bragado Poveda wins Estonian National Symphony job
Iván Bragado Poveda is the new principal harpist with the Estonian National Symphony Orchestra. Held…
Rochester Philharmonic releases album featuring Yolanda Kondonassis
The world premiere recording of Jennifer Higdon’s Concerto for Harp, performed by Yolanda Kondonassis and the…
Ellie Kirk joins Illinois Symphony Orchestra
Ellie Kirk is the new principal harpist with the Illinois Symphony Orchestra following an audition…
Claudia Lamanna wins 2019 Camac Harp Competition
Claudia Lamanna won first prize in the Camac Harp Competition held May 5–6 as part…
Harp Column Podcast Episode 49
Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with…
Abigail Kent wins second prize in Medallion International Concerto Competition
Abigail Kent was awarded the silver medal in the 2019 Medallion International Concerto Competition in…
English translation of Guide to the Contemporary Harp published
Indiana University Press has released an English translation of the 2013 French text, Guide to…
USAIHC announces competitors for 11th contest
The USA International Harp Competition has announced the harpists competing in the 11th contest. Taking…
Be Social
Easy dos and don’ts to make social media work for you and find joy in it at the same time.
Behind the Notes
Arrangers share their notation wisdom.
Success Story
Reframing success in the social media age.
Emily Klein
Houston freelancer Emily Klein builds a career on a network of artistic colleagues.
Fixing a Broken Pedal Rod
What do you do if a pedal rod breaks at a gig?
New Looks for Old Favorites
Ravel and Fauré, newly edited for harpists. —by Elizabeth Huntley
To Be Early is to Be On Time
Going to great lengths to be on time for the gig.
New Issue Sneak Peak—May-June 2019
Check out the May-June 2019 issue of Harp Column! Log in to your subscription account…
Patagonia Instrument Project raising funds to buy Welsh harp
The Patagonia Instrument Project is raising money to buy a 34–string Welsh Teifi harp for…
Full–time position open for harp teacher in Ector County
Ector County Independent School District is hiring a full–time harp instructor for grades K–12 in…
Harp Column Podcast Episode 48
Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with host Kristina…
Salvi releases new electro acoustic harp
Salvi Harps released a new electro acoustic 38–stringed lever harp modeled off the popular Una…
Technicians Guild meeting held in Piasco, Italy
Pictured above, front row, L to R: Maria Rindenello-Parker, Nancy O’Brien, David Kolacny, Jason Azem,…
Glowing Harp Competition results announced
The 2nd international Glowing Harp Competition in Kharkiv, Ukraine concluded on April 10, with prizes going…
Harp Column Podcast Episode 47
Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with host Kristina…
Anneleen Lenaerts releases album of works by Nino Rota
On March 29, Anneleen Lenaerts released her sixth album, highlighting the works of Nino Rota…
2019 Lyon & Healy Award winners announced
On March 16, Anya Garipoli, Claire Thai, and Noël Wan were chosen as the three…
Harp Column Podcast Episode 46
Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with host Kristina…
Going Public
We take a closer look at six successful public school harp programs around the United States. —by Kela Walton
Public Record
Quick stats on the six public school harp programs we profile; plus, how do they get all those harps?
High Profile Alumni
A look at some high profile public school program alumni.
Listen Up
Musicians’ ears are under constant assault. We explain how your hearing works and how to protect your most valuable sense. —by Louisa Ellis Woodson
Hearing the Call to a New Profession
Author Louisa Ellis Woodson follows a new path.
To Edit or Not to Edit
Musical short cuts versus the longer, more scenic route
Elizabeth Steiner
Philadelphia freelancer Elizabeth Steiner kicks off our new series on navigating the early years of a harp career.
Changing Strings
Why is it important to change worn out strings before a regulation?
Pomp and Circumstance
—by Mary Ellen Holmes The call came Tuesday for the Friday gig. “Would you consider…
New Issue Sneak Peek—March-April 2019
Check out the March-April issue of Harp Column! Log in to your subscription account or…
Arizona State University and Mesa harp program announce partnership
The Arizona State University School of Music and the Mesa Public Schools Harp Program have announced…
Israel harp contest announces 2021 repertoire
The International Harp Contest in Israel announced the repertoire for its 21st competition, scheduled to…
Harp Column Podcast Episode 44
Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with your host…
Grace Roepke wins Minnesota Orchestra concerto competition
The Friends of the Minnesota Orchestra named harpist Grace Roepke the grand prize winner in…
Angelica Hairston and Elizabeth Steiner selected for SphinxLEAD
Harpists Angelica Hairston and Elizabeth Steiner will be participants in the Sphinx Organization’s inaugural program,…
Sidsel Walstad releases debut album
Sidsel Walstad released her debut album, Sidsel, on Oct. 12, 2018. An experimental record, the…
Mallory McHenry named young artist with Performance Today
Mallory McHenry was recently named a young artist with American Public Media’s program, Performance Today.…
2019 Guide to Spring Harp Festivals
2019 has arrived, so it’s time to make good on those harp resolutions. These upcoming…
2019 Suoni d’Arpa Competition Announced
The Italian Harp Association has announced details regarding their ninth international harp competition, “Suoni d’Arpa.”…
Does Size Matter?
What size harp is best for you? Experts Meko, Deborah Nyack, and Kayo Ishimaru weigh in.
The Flames of Love Burn Brightly
Acouple of years ago, I was hired to perform during a wedding ceremony. It was…
New Issue Sneak Peek—January-February 2019
Check out the January-February 2019 issue of Harp Column! Log in to your subscription account…
Top 10 #practicalharpist Instagrams of 2018
With harpists everywhere using Instagram to share their musical journeys, our @harpcolumn feed is filled…
30 Day Practice Challenge 2019
30 Day Practice Challenge 2019 30 Days in France! The 30 Day Practice Challenge is…
Uno Vesje wins 2018 USA IHC Composition Contest
The USA International Harp Competition announced that Uno Vesje is the winner of the 2018…
DownBeat magazine interviews Alina Bzhezhinska
Ukrainian–Polish harpist Alina Bzhezhinska was interviewed in DownBeat, following the release of her debut album,…
Remembering Josef Molnar (1929–2018)
—by Sasha Boldachev “It is painful for all the harpists to lose the father of…
Kyunghee Kim–Sutre appointed harp professor at new Tianjin Juilliard School
Kyunghee Kim–Sutre has been appointed harp faculty at the newly created Tianjin Juilliard School, opening…
Floraleda Sacchi wins Latin Grammy Award
On Nov. 15, 2018, harpist Floraleda Sacchi, alongside composer Claudia Montero and producer José Domenech,…
Renée Murphy takes home top prize in 2018 Nippon Harp Competition
Following the 30th Nippon Harp Competition, Renée Murphy has been awarded the top prize. “I…
Zagreb Harp Competition announces 2018 winners
The 2nd Zagreb Harp Competition was held Nov. 16–18, 2018 as part of the 6th…
Angela Schwarzkopf named harp professor at McMaster University
Angela Schwarzkopf has been appointed harp professor at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario. “I am…
Mary Brigid Roman celebrates 50 years at Florida State University
Mary Brigid Roman recently celebrated 50 years as harp professor at Florida State University. To…
The Big Finale
If you use Finale to arrange your music, we’ve got some hot harp tips you need to know. —by Rachel Green
Tales from the Road
Rocking out on the road with the band Florence + the Machine. —by Tom Moth
Website or social media?
The relevance of the musician’s good, old-fashioned website in the age of social media.
Charming More Than Wedding Guests
The snake charmer. — by Rebecca Swett
New Issue Sneak Peek—November-December 2018
Check out the November-October 2018 issue of Harp Column! Log in to your subscription account…
Woojin Lee wins first prize at Hong Kong International Harp Competition
Woo Chin (Woojin) Lee of Korea takes home the top prize at the fourth Hong…
Gwyneth Wentink named harp professor at Codarts Rotterdam
Gwyneth Wentink was named harp professor at Codarts University for the Arts in Rotterdam, Netherlands.…
Ida Aubert Bang wins job with Norwegian National Opera and Ballet
Ida Aubert Bang was recently named principal harpist with the Norwegian National Opera and Ballet.…
Repertoire for 2019 Glowing Harp Competition announced
Repertoire for the 2019 Glowing Harp Competition has been announced. Taking place Apr. 5–10, 2019…
Miriam Overlach appointed harp professor at Royal Conservatoire of Antwerp
Miriam Overlach was recently appointed harp professor at the Royal Conservatoire of Antwerp. Based in…
Joost Willemze takes home top prize at Suoni d’Arpa competition
Dutch harpist Joost Willemze won the top prize at the 8th “Suoni d’Arpa” International Harp…
Brittany DeYoung named harp professor at University of Michigan–Flint
Brittany DeYoung was recently appointed harp professor at University of Michigan–Flint. “I am thrilled to…
2018 Guide to Fall Festivals
With fall just around the corner, we want to make sure you start out your…
Matthew Tutsky appointed harp professor at Oregon schools
Matthew Tutsky was named harp professor at both University of Portland and Reed College. Having…
ECHO names Anaïs Gaudemard a Rising Star
The European Concert Hall Organization (ECHO) recently named Anaïs Gaudemard a Rising Star for its…
American Harp Society announces 2020 competition repertoire
The American Harp Society Foundation Awards has announced repertoire for its upcoming competitions. Though the…
Mario Falcao receives Lifetime Achievement Award
Mario Falcao recently received the 2018 Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Harp Society. An…
Susanna Campbell appointed to faculty at Stephen F. Austin State University
Susanna Campbell was recently appointed professor of harp at Stephen F. Austin State University, following…
College fair announced at Virginia Harp Center
The Virginia Harp Center will present a college fair in Gibbsboro, N.J., on Sat., Nov.…
Jay Witcher receives Somerset Lifetime Achievement Award
Jay Witcher recently received the 2018 Somerset Lifetime Achievement Award. Considered a “master harp builder,”…
Winners announced in the 2018 Young Artist’s Harp Competition
The winners of the 2018 Young Artist’s Harp Competition have been announced. From July 4–7,…
Midwest Harp Festival moves to Chicago in 2019
This year’s Midwest Harp Festival will be the last of its kind. Historically held at…
Dates announced for 2019 USA IHC
The USA International Harp Competition has announced dates for its 11th harp competition. Taking place…
Michelle Gott joins harp faculty at University of Arizona
Michelle Gott was recently appointed to the harp faculty at the University of Arizona. Gott…
Remembering Lisa Spurlock Gilmore
—by Ann Yeung After a tragically brief period following a cancer diagnosis, Lisa Spurlock Gilmore…