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Vanessa Putnam

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Location

Region

New York,

United States,

Teaching locations

Private studio, Student's home, Virtual

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Harp type

Pedal, Lever

Styles

Classical, Folk/Celtic, Jazz/Pop

Ages and levels

Beginners welcome, Adults welcome, No piano background required

Background

Schools attended

James Madison University Master of Music in Harp Performance, Florida State University Bachelors of Music in Harp Performance, Howard W. Blake High School Master Certification in Harp Performance,

Degrees

Bachelor of Music in Harp Performance, Master of Music in Harp Performance

Teachers

Dr. Anna Pike, Dr. Jaclyn Wappel, Prof. Mary Roman, Dr. Sue Carole DeVale, Mrs. Pam Irwin

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Vanessa Putnam

My goal as a teacher is to foster a love of the harp in all of my students! My experience performing in many different ensembles has shown me that everyone comes from a different background in music, and they need to have individualized lesson plans to cater to them. I love to share my passion every day with students that I teach! Whether my student's goal is to play popular tunes or to become a harpist professionally I am happy to assist them on their musical journey. I have graduated with my Masters in Music Harp Performance degree studying under Dr. Anna Pike and Dr. Jaclyn Wappel. I also previously graduated with honors at Florida State University with a Bachelors of Music in Harp Performance degree studying under Professor Mary Brigid Roman. Before college I went to a performing arts middle school and high school which allowed me to hone my craft at an early age. While in high school I received Master Certification in Harp Performance which required courses in music theory, harp lessons, and ensemble playing. While attending high school I took lessons with both Pamela Irwin in group harp ensemble and I took private lessons with Dr. Sue Carol DeVale.
Over my career I have played with orchestras, musicals, operas, played solo recitals, performed at gigs, and have taught many students! Harp is my true passion and I love sharing that passion with others!
I teach many beginner students that have no experience with the harp or with any other instrument. I do not require piano experience or to be able to read sheet music, but my students have to be willing to learn! I teach to students of all experience levels.