Rachel Brandwein teaches harp, theory and ear-training, and seminar classes at St. Olaf College. She performs regularly with the Minnesota Orchestra, National Lutheran Choir, and numerous chamber music and choral concerts in the Twin Cities and nationally. Visit Rachel’s website for her original compositions and other reflections: rachelbrandwein.com.
Rachel Brandwein
Be a Pro
Follow these smart tips to bring your A-game to every aspect of harp life.
July-August 2026
A Harpist’s Almanac of Sacred Music
Your guide to choosing music for the liturgical year.
May-June 2025
Follow the Signs
The signs harpists write into their music can look like hieroglyphics to the uninitiated. Learn what to make of the markings you find in a harp part and how to mark your part like a pro.
July-August 2024
Creating Color
How to use your technique, awareness, and ears to create a kaleidoscope of tones.
November-December 2022
Lessons Learned From Lessons Given
How online teaching helps offline learning
September-October 2020
Do I Have to Learn This?
There comes a time when every musician is faced with music they don’t want to learn. Find out how to meet this challenge with confidence,
creativity, and courage.
September-October 2017
about Rachel Brandwein