Get the notes off the page and into your own world of sound, message, imagination, and expressiveness.
—Joan Holland, harp instructor at the Interlochen Arts Academy and the University of Michigan
TUNE 1:
“Peace Prayer,” by Rhett Barnwell
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Use our Tear-Out Tunes as the basis for this year’s challenge, or substitute something else!
Today’s Tip:
strengthen crossings
“Peace Prayer” includes several left-hand crossunders, which can be challenging for harpists. HCA master teacher Nicole Brady suggests focusing on the weak link in the fingers. “When we cross, the finger that’s being crossed over or under is the weakest, and we want to make sure we can strengthen it.”
Learn More:
Harpists at every level can benefit from strengthening their crossing. Check out Nicole Brady’s HCA lesson on this technique for more great tips.