2020 Guide to Spring Harp Festivals
What harp resolutions did you set for the new decade? How do you stay focused…
Author Harp Column
5 Tips for First-time Campers
One harpist reflects on her summer camp days to give sage advice to first-time campers.
An Extra Special Concert
An out-of-this-world musical experience.
Confessions of a Nervous Harpist, Part 1
Putting mind over matter when you walk on stage.
Assessing a Used Harp
What to look for when buying a used harp.
Brushing Up in the New Year
New books to work on your technique and special effects.
An Undisclosed Location
A surprise location yields an unexpected comment.
Sarah Bullen named harp faculty of new DePaul program
Sarah Bullen will join the faculty of the DePaul University School of Music to begin…
Harp Column Podcast Episode 58
Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with…
International Harp Contest in Israel hosts 60th anniversary gala
The International Harp Contest in Israel hosted a 60th anniversary gala on Dec. 12 in…
Worth a Closer Listen: Dec-19
Looking for some new musical inspiration? The three albums recently released by Park Stickney, Angela…
30 Day Practice Challenge 2020
30 Day Practice Challenge 2020 Something Old, Something New Harpists, are you ready for a…
Amy Nam wins Lyra Society composition contest
Amy Nam has been selected as the 2020 Costello Competition winner. The seventh competition organized…
Q and A with Maria Krushevskaya
When Russian harpist Maria Krushevskaya won the principal harp position with the Bolshoi Theatre in…
Protected: 30 Day Practice Challenge 2020 Template
This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below: Password:
Yolanda Kondonassis nominated for Grammy
Yolanda Kondonassis is nominated for a 2020 Grammy Award in the “Best Classical Instrumental Solo”…
Harp Column Podcast Episode 57
Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with…
Marguerite Lynn Williams appointed principal harpist with Minnesota Orchestra
Following auditions that took place in October and November, Marguerite Lynn Williams has been named…
Harp Column Podcast Episode 56
Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with host Kristina Finch. In this episode, we talk with columnists Hope Cowan and Katy Wong, featured in our September-October 2019 issue.
Yolanda Kondonassis releases new book
Yolanda Kondonassis has released her fourth book, A Composer’s Guide to Writing Well for the Modern Harp. Published by Carl Fisher Music, it is billed as “a comprehensive guide and conversational text on composing idiomatically for the harp.”
A Laskine Legacy
Living legend Marielle Nordmann talks about how her time studying with Lily Laskine has shaped her life. —by Myriam Serfass
A New Attitude About Etudes
Author Anne Sullivan shows us how much there is to love about the much-maligned etude.
An Etude a Day Keeps Bad Habits Away
Check out these lists of etude books for beginners to advanced harpists.
The Traveling Harp Student
Observations from a wandering harp student.
The First Rehearsal
A seven-step guide to sounding like a pro in your first rehearsal.
Joseph Rebman
Composer-harpist Joseph Rebman returns to his roots in Cincinnati.
Getting Comfortable With a Metronome
Teaching students about the magic of the metronome. Experts Anne Sullivan, Erica Driscoll, and Alexander Boldachev weigh in.
New Tunes for Everyone
Discover two new compositions from Cindy Horstman.
Missing Cues
Cue the harp
Remembering Ruth Wickersham Papalia (1935–2019)
Ruth Wickersham Papalia died peacefully on Oct. 8, at Aster Retirement Community Home in Cottage…
Angelica Hairston receives governor’s award
Angelica Hairston was given a 2019 Governor’s Award for the Arts and Humanities by Governor…
Remembering Louise Trotter (1923–2019)
“It has taken me a long time to realize that there comes a time when…
Anneleen Lenaerts awarded Opus Klassik award
On Oct. 13, Anneleen Lenaerts was awarded an Opus Klassik in the category of “Classics…
Worth a closer listen: three new harp albums released
Three distinct album releases have caught our eye this month. A harp and violin duo…
Maria Krushevskaya wins principal position with Bolshoi Theatre
Maria Krushevskaya has been named principal harpist with the Bolshoi Theatre of Russia following an…
Harp Column Podcast Episode 55
Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with…
Emmanuel Ceysson wins job with LA Phil
Emmanuel Ceysson has been named principal harpist with the LA Philharmonic following auditions that took…
Harp Column Podcast Episode 54
Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with…
Julia Coronelli wins Milwaukee Symphony audition
Following an audition that took place Sept. 14–17, Julia Coronelli was named principal harpist with…
Salvi opens new Berlin showroom
On Sept. 23, Salvi will open a new showroom in Berlin. The store is set…
Suoni d’Arpa announces 2019 winners
Suoni d’Arpa announced the 2019 prize winners following its 9th competition in Saluzzo, Italy. Held…
Remembering Calista McKasson Kovin (1976–2019)
Calista McKasson Kovin passed away on August 2, 2019, in Tacoma, Wash. She was an…
Helen Gerhold named executive director of Lyra Society
Helen Gerhold has been appointed executive director of the Lyra Society, succeeding Elizabeth Steiner in…
Remembering Linda Wellbaum (1922–2019)
Linda (née Iacobucci) Wellbaum, age 97, died peacefully on July 15, 2019, surrounded by her…
Remembering Samuel Milligan (1932–2019)
“I love [the harp], and I think everyone should play it. And that’s been my…
New Kid on the Block
What to do when you’re the new kid on the block. —by Grace Browning
2019 Guide to Fall Festivals
Just like that, summer is nearing its end, and for many, the school year is…
Remembering Suzann Davids (1930—2019)
When Suzann Davids turned 80 years old, current and former students and their families came…
Remembering Gerald Goodman
Gerald Goodman passed away on June 26, 2019. Originally from Ohio, Goodman attended Cleveland Institute…
Harp Column Podcast Episode 52
Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with…
University of Nebraska creates new harp program led by Mary Bircher
Following the hire of Sergio Ruiz as director of the Glenn Korff School of Music,…
Rachel Brandwein appointed to harp faculty at St. Olaf
Following the retirement of Elinor Niemisto, Rachel Brandwein was appointed harp professor at St. Olaf…
Remembering Basel Sara (1975–2019)
Syrian harpist Basel William Sara died in Orbero, Sweden on June 13, 2019. Basel Sara…
Somerset festival honors Kim Robertson with lifetime achievement award
Kim Robertson has been selected as the recipient of the 2019 Somerset Folk Harp Festival…
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.…
New Issue Sneak Peek—July-August 2019
Check out the July-August 2019 issue of Harp Column! Log in to your subscription account…
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.
