featured in this issue
A fascinating conversation with Marie-Claire Jamet about the French harp tradition in which she grew up and now passes on to future generations of harpists. —by Myriam Serfass
We’ve rounded up over 60 programs where harpists young and old, beginner and advanced, can spend their summer. —by Kristina Finch
Finding your voice as a newbie in orchestra can be a challenge. We have some great repertoire ideas to get you started. —by Michelle Gott
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departments
In the first installment of this new column, Anne Sullivan helps find solutions to their most puzzling situations with students. —by Anne Sullivan
Playing the harp doesn’t have to hurt, but for many it does. Elizabeth Landis looks into some of the reasons why and some ways to stop pain before it starts. —by Elizabeth Landis
Reviews and more
Harp Concertos—Naoko Yoshino, harp; Orchestra d’Auvergne, Roberto Forés Veses, conductor. Aparte, 2016.
Crimson—Crimson Duo: Jaymee Haefner, harp; Matt Milewski, violin. Self-released, 2015.
Harp Town—Erin Hill, harp; Mike Nolan, pedal steel guitar and drum programming. Cleopatra Records, 2016.
Pedals? Levers? Doesn’t matter for these new solos and studies.
Expert advice on how to prepare now to maximize your summer experience.
Tips on preparing for the first orchestra rehearsal.
We broke the 5,000 mark with #practicalharpist photos on Instagram!
When performance anxiety strikes, find out how to stay cool as a cucumber.