[Jennifer Ellis]

Thank you so much for the information!

[Jennifer Ellis]

What news on your end, Melissa?

[Jennifer Ellis]

Back when I was applying (about three years ago) these were some of the options I remember.

[Jennifer Ellis]

There are programs at UCLA (although with limited space), UC Davis, and UC Irvine.

[Jennifer Ellis]

Jessica Siegel and Esther Lee teach in Walnut Creek at Harp’s Etc. They are both excellent teachers–I studied with Jessica for 10 years. Check out the Harp’s Etc. website harpsetc.com.

[Jennifer Ellis]

Check with the faculty and administrators who specifically work in the music department about getting access to a practice room.

[Jennifer Ellis]

I wouldn’t necessarily be able to instruct you on how to relax, but I do want to stress that I’ve been taught that tension is NEVER ok when you play because it is painful and will increase your chance of injury.

[Jennifer Ellis]

Try seeking jobs at everything from local hotels to restaurants to coffee houses to department stores to bookshops.

[Jennifer Ellis]

Try attending Alice Giles’ Summer Harp Course.

[Jennifer Ellis]

How are people going about recording their tapes/CD’s for the competition?

[Jennifer Ellis]

I’m also working on the AHS repertoire, but I’m learning the Intermediate II repertoire.

[Jennifer Ellis]

Definately approach stores like tea houses and hotels with a portfolio with PR pictures and a resume/bio.

[Jennifer Ellis]

It depends where you live.

[Jennifer Ellis]

I live in Northern California as well and have been frustrated at the lack of harp programs.

[Jennifer Ellis]

I would like to support Madeline.

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