by stephaniegustafson | Aug 21, 2020 | Q-and-A
Joel von Lerber first leapt onto the musical scene in 2013 after winning the Louis Spohr Competition in Germany. Following that feat, he was awarded sixth prize in the USA International Harp Competition (2013), third prize at the Golden Harp Competition in Russia...
by harpcolumn | Aug 21, 2020 | Competitions
Matt Dupont won second place in the 2020 Prix Orford Musique, following a live semi–final and final round that took place August 11–15. In addition to a full scholarship to two weeks at the 2021 Orford Music Academy, Dupont was awarded a $4,000 cash prize and coaching...
by harpcolumn | Aug 17, 2020 | In Memoriam
The Welsh harpist Ann Griffiths died peacefully at her home in Raglan, South Wales on July 24th, 2020. Born in Caerphilly in 1934, she graduated with a Welsh degree from Cardiff University before obtaining her Premier Prix in 1958 from the Paris Conservatoire under...
by harpcolumn | Aug 12, 2020 | Q-and-A
Morwenna Louttit–Vermaat and husband Creag recently caught the attention of Yahoo News for their innovative Rainbow Harp, a system of color–coded strings that can aid in the process of note–reading. Louttit–Vermaat, a harpist with dyslexia, told Yahoo that growing up,...
by Harp Column Staff | Aug 11, 2020 | Podcasts
https://harpcolumn.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Harp-Column-Podcast-Episode-67-listen.mp3Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with host Kristina Finch. In this episode, we talk with Kela Walton, author of Keeping the Beat...
by harpcolumn | Jul 22, 2020 | In Memoriam
Brook Boddie, harpist, organist, pianist, arranger and composer, passed away unexpectedly on July 15, 2020 from cardiac arrest, at the age of 51. Brook was not only an extraordinarily gifted musician, but also an extremely caring, giving, and humble human being. Known...
by harpcolumn | Jul 2, 2020 | Awards
Angela Schwarzkopf won the 2020 JUNO Award for Classical Album of the Year: Solo or Chamber for her album detach. The first harpist to win in 25 years, she shares, “I am beyond thrilled to win a JUNO Award. It is such an honor to join the previous harp winners...
by Harp Column Staff | Jul 1, 2020 | Podcasts
https://harpcolumn.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Harp-Column-Podcast-Episode-66-listen.mp3Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with host Kristina Finch. In this episode, we talk with Rosanna Moore, creator of @365daysofharp...
by stephaniegustafson | Jun 24, 2020 | Q-and-A
Harpist, educator, and activist Angelica Hairston’s work in the arts has been recognized for its impressive vision and scope. Last year she was named a SphinxLead fellow, a mentorship program created to empower arts leaders of color and also received a 2019...
by harpcolumn | Jun 12, 2020 | Competitions
The Young Artist’s Harp Competition named winners of its 2020 event, held virtually in June. Janice Hur of South Korea won first place in the Emerging Artist Division (maximum age 19), and Sophia Jho of the United States received first place in the New Artist...
by harpcolumn | Jun 5, 2020 | Industry News
French harpmaker Camac has designed a new harp intended for young children, named the Telenn Small Hands. Inspired by violins and cellos that have adjusted proportions for small hands, the Telenn harp has a reduced spacing between the strings. This project was...
by harpcolumn | Jun 1, 2020 | Podcasts
https://harpcolumn.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Harp-Column-Podcast-Episode-65-listen.mp3Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with host Kristina Finch. In this episode, we’re having a listening party featuring some of...
by harpcolumn | May 22, 2020 | Competitions
The American Harp Society Foundation has announced prizewinners for the two competitions held May 20–21. Kaitlin Miller, Juan Riveros, and Claire Thai were selected as the three winners of the 2020 Anne Adams Awards, with Heather Cornelius named an honorable mention....
by harpcolumn | May 22, 2020 | Event News, Uncategorized
If your summer music plans have been canceled and you’re wondering what you can do to fill in the gap, look no further. We’ve found a dozen summer camps that are hosting their programs virtually, and there is something for everyone. Whether you’re a...
by Harp Column Staff | May 5, 2020 | Podcasts
https://harpcolumn.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Harp-Column-Podcast-Episode-64-listen.mp3Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with host Kristina Finch. In this special episode, we talk with the winners of our first Harp...
by harpcolumn | May 4, 2020 | Auditions
Following an audition that was held on January 27, Anna Dunlap was named the new principal harpist with the Huntsville Symphony Orchestra in Alabama. “I am really looking forward to playing with Huntsville Symphony as their new principal harpist,” Dunlap...
by harpcolumn | Apr 22, 2020 | Industry News
Though harp maker Dusty Strings has been closed to customers since March 23 to comply with current orders issued by the state of Washington, they have been working behind the scenes to create face shields for hospital workers in the Seattle area. Using their 3D...
by Harp Column Staff | Apr 22, 2020 | Podcasts
https://harpcolumn.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Harp-Column-Podcast-Episode-63-listen.mp3Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with host Kristina Finch. In this episode, we talk with Rachel Lee Hall, author of the feature...
by harpcolumn | Apr 17, 2020 | Event News
Both the 2020 American Harp Society National Conference in Orlando, Fl. and the 2020 World Harp Congress in Cardiff, Wales have been postponed. Originally scheduled for this June and July respectively, the coordinators for these two events have made the difficult...
by harpcolumn | Apr 14, 2020 | Appointments
The Peabody Institute has announced that June Han will be added to their faculty roster beginning this fall. “I am very thrilled to join the stellar faculty at the Peabody Institute of Johns Hopkins University this fall,” Han shares. “I look forward...
by harpcolumn | Apr 13, 2020 | Event News
On April 14, Oberlin Conservatory will launch “Stage Left,” a concert series streamed at oberlin.edu. First on the lineup is Yolanda Kondonassis’ 2016 performance of the Ginastera Harp Concerto with the Oberlin Orchestra. The concert will begin with...
by harpcolumn | Apr 7, 2020 | Appointments
University of Oregon has appointed Rosanna Moore harp instructor for the university’s school of music and dance. Beginning this fall, Moore will be rebuilding the formerly discontinued program. “I’m really excited to be restarting and rebooting the...
by harpcolumn | Apr 3, 2020 | Event News
The Glowing Harp Festival, scheduled to take place this April, has been canceled as a result of COVID-19. As a substitute, the festival will livestream a concert on Instagram on April 10. Dubbed the Glowing Harp Marathon, harpists such as Isabelle Moretti, Anaïs...
by harpcolumn | Apr 2, 2020 | Job Openings
Mesa Public Schools (MPS) has announced a job opening for a full–time harp instructor to begin at the start of the 2020–2021 school year. The MPS harp program is the largest in the country, with over 230 students participating in 16 junior and senior high schools...
by stephaniegustafson | Mar 31, 2020 | Q-and-A
At the age of 25, Anaëlle Tourret was named principal harpist with the NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchestra in Hamburg, Germany. A little over a year later, she successfully completed her one–year trial, so we thought it would be a good time to ask her about her experiences...
by Harp Column Staff | Mar 20, 2020 | Podcasts
https://harpcolumn.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Harp-Column-Podcast-Episode-62-listen.mp3Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with host Kristina Finch. In this episode, we talk with Sam Hickman, author of the feature article...
by harpcolumn | Mar 13, 2020 | Featured Videos
With the increase of electric harp options, pedal loopers, and high–quality recording devices, harpists are increasingly creating incredibly innovative content. In our January-February issue, we featured Lara Somogyi, who has been creating a huge stir with her new...
by Harp Column Staff | Mar 12, 2020 | News
UPDATED March 13, 2020 As the COVID-19 virus continues to spread around the world and throughout the United States, we wanted to know what harpists are doing to protect themselves and their students, and how restrictions on large public gatherings and travel is...
by harpcolumn | Mar 6, 2020 | Job Openings
The U.S. Navy Band has announced a harp audition for a full–time harpist in their ensemble. The position is open to harpists ages 18–39 who are fully qualified for U.S. military service. Based in Washington DC, the harpist selected for this job will perform with the...
by Harp Column Staff | Mar 5, 2020 | Podcasts
https://harpcolumn.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Harp-Column-Podcast-Episode-61-listen.mp3Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with host Kristina Finch. In this episode, we talk with Beth Henson, who gave tips on attending a...
by harpcolumn | Mar 3, 2020 | World Harp Congress
On July 25, harpists will gather in Cardiff, Wales for the opening day of the 14th World Harp Congress. Billed as “an intensive but fun-filled week of recitals, concerts, lectures, masterclasses and workshops,” the festival’s aim is to celebrate...
by Harp Column Staff | Feb 18, 2020 | Podcasts
https://harpcolumn.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Harp-Column-Podcast-Episode-60-listen.mp3Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with host Kristina Finch. In this episode, we talk with Megan Bledsoe Ward of Pacific Harp...
by harpcolumn | Feb 17, 2020 | Auditions
Madeline Olson has been appointed principal harpist with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra (BPO). Runner-up in the audition held in April and May 2018, Olson has been subbing regularly with the BPO, and joined them on tour in Florida last spring. “It’s been a...
by harpcolumn | Feb 10, 2020 | Lyon & Healy Awards
Lyon & Healy Harps has announced the music selected for its 2021 competition. Scheduled to take place March 11–13, 2021 at the concert hall in Chicago, all competitors are required to play Gabriel Fauré’s Impromptu pour la Harpe, and can choose from Franz Liszt’s...
by harpcolumn | Jan 30, 2020 | Awards
Angela Schwarzkopf has been nominated for a 2020 JUNO Award for her album, detach. Nominated for classical album of the year (solo or chamber), Schwarzkopf’s album features percussionists Michelle Colton and Étienne Levesqu on vibraphone and showcases works...
by harpcolumn | Jan 30, 2020 | Job Openings
The Board of Directors for the USA International Harp Competition (USAIHC) has announced a search for the new executive director. The position was previously held by harpist and arts administrator, Erin Brooker–Miller. Based at the Jacobs School of Music in...
by harpcolumn | Jan 28, 2020 | USA International Harp Competition
The USA International Harp Competition (USAIHC) has announced repertoire for its 12th competition. The competition takes place every three years in Bloomington, Ind. and is open to harpists of all nationalities between the ages of 18 and 32 as of May 1, 2022. All...
by stephaniegustafson | Jan 24, 2020 | Q-and-A
New York and Nashville harpist Kirsten Agresta Copely has been defying genres for decades. Since winning the bronze medal in the first USA International Harp Competition, she has gone on to perform in film soundtracks, work with many Billboard 100 top artists, and...
by harpcolumn | Jan 24, 2020 | Competitions
The American Harp Society Foundation has announced details for the 2020 Anne Adams Awards, taking place May 19–20, and the 2020 Grandjany Memorial Competition, scheduled for May 21. The competitions will be held at Roosevelt University’s Chicago College for...
by Harp Column Staff | Jan 17, 2020 | Podcasts
https://harpcolumn.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Harp-Column-Podcast-Episode-59-listen.mp3Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with host Kristina Finch. In this episode, we talk with Harp Column Academy master teacher Maria...
by harpcolumn | Jan 13, 2020 | Event News
What harp resolutions did you set for the new decade? How do you stay focused on your goals and find inspiration throughout the year? If surrounding yourself by talented musicians and soaking in quality music is part of your plan, then this is the post for you! Take a...
by harpcolumn | Dec 19, 2019 | Appointments
Sarah Bullen will join the faculty of the DePaul University School of Music to begin a new harp performance degree program for both undergraduate and graduate studies in the 2020–2021 academic year. “I am very excited and honored to start a new harp department...
by harpcolumn | Dec 17, 2019 | Podcasts
https://harpcolumn.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Harp-Column-Podcast-Episode-58-listen.mp3Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with host Kristina Finch. In this episode, harpist-composer Joseph Rebman, featured in our...
by harpcolumn | Dec 16, 2019 | International Harp Contest in Israel
The International Harp Contest in Israel hosted a 60th anniversary gala on Dec. 12 in Tel Aviv. Sunita Staneslow was in the audience to give us a full report. —by Sunita Staneslow It was a gorgeous concert with stunning performances. The gala concert celebrating the...
by harpcolumn | Dec 5, 2019 | New Recordings
Looking for some new musical inspiration? The three albums recently released by Park Stickney, Angela Schwarzkopf, and Gwen Màiri have fresh offerings: a new spin on old holiday favorites, some new works by contemporary Canadian composers, and a blending of the old...
by harpcolumn | Dec 4, 2019 | Challenge
30 Day Practice Challenge 2020 Something Old, Something New Harpists, are you ready for a challenge? We thought so! This year’s theme is something old, something new. Throughout the month of January, we’re challenging you to learn a new piece AND to...
by harpcolumn | Dec 2, 2019 | Competitions
Amy Nam has been selected as the 2020 Costello Competition winner. The seventh competition organized by the Lyra Society, Nam was awarded $1000 to write a new chamber piece featuring the harp, which will receive a premiere in Curtis Field Concert Hall. The...
by harpcolumn | Nov 25, 2019 | Q-and-A
When Russian harpist Maria Krushevskaya won the principal harp position with the Bolshoi Theatre in October, she became the first harpist to hold the position since Natalia Shameeva retired in 2003. Though she is performs with the Mariinsky Theatre Orchestra,...
by harpcolumn | Nov 22, 2019 | Awards
Yolanda Kondonassis is nominated for a 2020 Grammy Award in the “Best Classical Instrumental Solo” category. Composed by Jennifer Higdon, the harp concerto was recorded with the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO) under conductor Ward Stare and released...
by harpcolumn | Nov 20, 2019 | Podcasts
https://harpcolumn.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Harp-Column-Podcast-Episode-57-listen.mp3Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with host Kristina Finch. In this episode, we’re having a holiday listening party! Listen to...
by harpcolumn | Nov 17, 2019 | Auditions
Following auditions that took place in October and November, Marguerite Lynn Williams has been named principal harpist with the Minnesota Orchestra. “I am extremely excited to be joining the Minnesota Orchestra and Music Director Osmo Vanska in September...
by stephaniegustafson | Nov 8, 2019 | Q-and-A
Edmar Castaneda has been making waves in the music industry for over two decades. Known for his signature blend of jazz infused with Latin American rhythms and rapid-fire notes, Castaneda performs on his llanera harp around the world. His latest album, Harp vs. Harp,...
by harpcolumn | Nov 7, 2019 | Podcasts
https://harpcolumn.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Harp-Column-Podcast-Episode-56-listen.mp3Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with host Kristina Finch. In this episode, we talk with columnists Hope Cowan and Katy Wong,...
by harpcolumn | Nov 6, 2019 | New Publications
Yolanda Kondonassis has released her fourth book, A Composer’s Guide to Writing Well for the Modern Harp. Published by Carl Fisher Music, it is billed as “a comprehensive guide and conversational text on composing idiomatically for the harp.” With 22...
by harpcolumn | Oct 31, 2019 | In Memoriam
Ruth Wickersham Papalia died peacefully on Oct. 8, at Aster Retirement Community Home in Cottage Grove, Wisc. She lived for six years with Parkinson’s disease without complaint. Whether we were playing trios together, working together in our administrative roles for...
by harpcolumn | Oct 25, 2019 | Awards
Angelica Hairston was given a 2019 Governor’s Award for the Arts and Humanities by Governor Brian Kemp in Georgia. Given to “honor outstanding individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to Georgia’s civic and cultural vitality...
by harpcolumn | Oct 22, 2019 | In Memoriam
“It has taken me a long time to realize that there comes a time when you quit playing notes and begin to play music.” Louise Lantz Trotter, 96, passed away on Oct. 17, 2019, with her family at her side. Born Sept. 4, 1923, in Port Arthur, Texas, Louise had classical...
by harpcolumn | Oct 21, 2019 | Awards
On Oct. 13, Anneleen Lenaerts was awarded an Opus Klassik in the category of “Classics Without Borders,” for her 2019 album, Nino Rota: Works for Harp. Out of 462 nominated works, a total of 45 awards were given by the jury. Formerly billed as the Echo...
by harpcolumn | Oct 18, 2019 | New Recordings
Three distinct album releases have caught our eye this month. A harp and violin duo based in Texas, a Swiss mother–daughter team who have been working together for over 20 years, and a Grammy award–winning L.A. freelancer have all recently recorded harp music worth a...
by harpcolumn | Oct 17, 2019 | Auditions
Maria Krushevskaya has been named principal harpist with the Bolshoi Theatre of Russia following an audition that took place Oct. 11. “It is a great honor for me and a huge responsibility,” shares Krushevskaya. The position was previously held by Natalia...
by harpcolumn | Oct 11, 2019 | Podcasts
https://harpcolumn.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Harp-Column-Podcast-Episode-55-listen.mp3Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with host Kristina Finch. In this episode, we talk with Grace Browning, author of our new column...
by harpcolumn | Oct 7, 2019 | Auditions
Emmanuel Ceysson has been named principal harpist with the LA Philharmonic following auditions that took place Sept. 29–Oct. 2 at Walt Disney Concert Hall in downtown Los Angeles. He will succeed Lou Anne Neill, who has been with the orchestra since 1983. Ceysson has...
by harpcolumn | Sep 23, 2019 | Podcasts
https://harpcolumn.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Harp-Column-Podcast-Episode-54-listen.mp3Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with host Kristina Finch. In this episode, we talk with Alison Reese, co-author of our 2019...
by harpcolumn | Sep 20, 2019 | Auditions
Following an audition that took place Sept. 14–17, Julia Coronelli was named principal harpist with the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra. She will begin her tenure with the orchestra at the start of the 2020–2021 season. “I’m absolutely thrilled to have...
by harpcolumn | Sep 19, 2019 | Industry News
On Sept. 23, Salvi will open a new showroom in Berlin. The store is set to carry both Salvi and Lyon & Healy harps, in addition to strings, music, and accessories. “The opening of Salvi Music Berlin will allow us to better serve harpists in eastern Germany and...
by harpcolumn | Sep 13, 2019 | Competitions
Suoni d’Arpa announced the 2019 prize winners following its 9th competition in Saluzzo, Italy. Held Aug. 30–Sept. 9, no competitor was awarded first prize in the top division. Aleksandra Rzhavtseva (Russia) and Andela Stankovic (Serbia) tied for second, and...
by harpcolumn | Sep 11, 2019 | In Memoriam
Calista McKasson Kovin passed away on August 2, 2019, in Tacoma, Wash. She was an exceptionally gifted harpist, teacher, orchestral musician, and pianist. She received bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the Cleveland Institute of Music in harp performance, finishing...
by harpcolumn | Sep 10, 2019 | Appointments
Helen Gerhold has been appointed executive director of the Lyra Society, succeeding Elizabeth Steiner in the role. A Philadelphia–based nonprofit founded by Elizabeth Hainen in 2004, the Lyra Society provides harps and harp lessons to 30 students in five schools...
by stephaniegustafson | Sep 5, 2019 | Q-and-A
We recently came across a YouTube video of harpist Joseph Rebman performing his own concerto with orchestra as part of the Mostly Modern Festival that takes place every June in Saratoga Springs. Titled Hyperion, the concerto encompasses a wide range of techniques and...
by harpcolumn | Aug 30, 2019 | In Memoriam
Linda (née Iacobucci) Wellbaum, age 97, died peacefully on July 15, 2019, surrounded by her children. Linda was an accomplished pianist and harpist who performed extensively with the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, Dayton Philharmonic, and many other ensembles. A...
by stephaniegustafson | Aug 29, 2019 | Q-and-A
Recently, Harp Column announced the addition of Elzbieta Szmyt to the roster of composers and arrangers at Harp Column Music. As professor of harp and co–chair of the harp department at Indiana University’s Jacobs School of Music, Szmyt has taught classical...
by harpcolumn | Aug 28, 2019 | In Memoriam
“I love [the harp], and I think everyone should play it. And that’s been my focus, really, is to try to influence more people to love it as much as I do.” —Samuel Milligan Samuel Milligan (1932—2019) died on Tuesday, Aug. 27 in Brooklyn Methodist Hospital from...
by stephaniegustafson | Aug 22, 2019 | Q-and-A
By now, you’ve probably seen the Dallas Harp Quartet video of Bach’s Toccata and Fugue in D Minor. What you might not know is that it was recorded in the oldest chapel in the United States, and that the production process took a full year! We reached out...
by Harp Column Staff | Aug 21, 2019 | Podcasts
https://harpcolumn.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Harp-Column-Podcast-Episode-53-listen.mp3Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with host Kristina Finch. In this episode, we talk with Catie Canale Pflaumer, author of Finding...
by harpcolumn | Aug 16, 2019 | Event News
Just like that, summer is nearing its end, and for many, the school year is about to begin. With the onset of a new season comes a lot of exciting opportunities to get inspired by harpists around the world. Check out our festival roundup below to find one that...
by harpcolumn | Aug 16, 2019 | In Memoriam
When Suzann Davids turned 80 years old, current and former students and their families came to Indiana from as far away as Colorado, Texas, Maryland, and everywhere in between to celebrate the occasion. Although Suzann was a fine performer, her real love was teaching....
by stephaniegustafson | Aug 12, 2019 | Q-and-A
Have you ever participated in a harp flash mob? Or seen a harp musical? These are just a few events scheduled to take place at the Singapore Harp Festival next month. After seeing the lineup for the four–day festival, we just had to know more, so we reached out to...
by harpcolumn | Aug 12, 2019 | In Memoriam
Gerald Goodman passed away on June 26, 2019. Originally from Ohio, Goodman attended Cleveland Institute of Music and Oberlin College where he studied with Alice Chalifoux. After graduating in 1957, he moved to New York to study with Carlos Salzedo and begin his...
by harpcolumn | Aug 4, 2019 | Podcasts
https://harpcolumn.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Harp-Column-Podcast-Episode-52-listen.mp3Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with host Kristina Finch. In this episode, we talk with Caroline Wilkins, newly appointed Concert...
by harpcolumn | Jul 26, 2019 | Appointments
Following the hire of Sergio Ruiz as director of the Glenn Korff School of Music, University of Nebraska–Lincoln has established a new harp program with Mary Bircher as harp faculty. “I am honored and thrilled to have the opportunity to build a harp department at the...
by harpcolumn | Jul 24, 2019 | Appointments
Following the retirement of Elinor Niemisto, Rachel Brandwein was appointed harp professor at St. Olaf College in Northfield, Minn. “The talent of St. Olaf’s students is well–known locally as well as nationally, and it will be a delight to work with serious students...
by harpcolumn | Jul 23, 2019 | In Memoriam
Syrian harpist Basel William Sara died in Orbero, Sweden on June 13, 2019. Basel Sara began his musical studies in childhood as a piano student. While studying law at the University of Damascus, his love of music was so great that he left his law program to focus on...
by harpcolumn | Jul 19, 2019 | Somerset Folk Harp Festival
Kim Robertson has been selected as the recipient of the 2019 Somerset Folk Harp Festival Lifetime Achievement Award. Celebrated for forging her own path as a folk harpist, Robertson is a diverse performer, arranger, and recording artist. “It’s an honor to...
by harpcolumn | Jul 17, 2019 | Appointments
Heaven Fan has been selected to join the faculty at University of Notre Dame beginning this fall. “I am thrilled to be part of this world–renowned institution,” says Fan. “The music department at University of Notre Dame not only offers students...
by harpcolumn | Jul 13, 2019 | USA International Harp Competition
The 11th USA International Harp Competition took place July 3–13, 2019. Look for our interview with the Gold Medal winner in an upcoming issue of Harp Column. July 13, 2019 Following the final stage, which took place July 13, the 11th USA International Harp...
by harpcolumn | Jul 13, 2019 | News
Alis Huws has been named the official harpist to His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales. The sixth harpist to hold the title since Prince Charles reinstated the position in 2000, Huws succeeds Anne Denholm, who was appointed in 2015. Previous harpists occupying the...
by harpcolumn | Jul 9, 2019 | Appointments
Laura Sherman has been appointed to the faculty of Frost School of Music at the University of Miami. As a full–time lecturer in harp and music theory beginning this fall, Sherman will also teach a class on Bach for graduate students. “I am excited to teach at...
by harpcolumn | Jul 2, 2019 | News
Following 27 years with Minnesota Orchestra, Kathy Kienzle will retire from her role as principal harpist in August 2020. “It has been a huge privilege for me to perform with the Minnesota Orchestra as their principal harpist since 1993. There have been many,...
by harpcolumn | Jul 1, 2019 | Auditions
Following an audition that took place June 17–19, Katherine Siochi was selected as the principal harpist for the Kansas City Symphony. “I’m super excited to be joining such an incredible orchestra and to perform in their gorgeous hall,” says...
by harpcolumn | Jul 1, 2019 | Job Openings
The Los Angeles Philharmonic has announced a harp audition scheduled to take place Sept. 29—Oct. 4, 2019, following the retirement of principal harpist, Lou Anne Neill. Under the direction of Music Director Gustavo Dudamel, the orchestra presents over 250 concerts...
by harpcolumn | Jun 22, 2019 | American Harp Society National Competition
Caroline Wilkins has been named concert artist for the American Harp Society, following the national competition that took place June 16–19 in Winston–Salem, N.C. The competition included 43 finalists competing in five divisions for scholarship awards totaling over...
by harpcolumn | Jun 20, 2019 | Podcasts
https://harpcolumn.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Harp-Column-Podcast-Episode-51-listen.mp3Welcome to Harp Column Podcasts, where we go behind the stories in Harp Column with host Kristina Finch. In this episode, Kristina talks to Julie and Andreas, whose With the Sky...
by stephaniegustafson | Jun 19, 2019 | Q-and-A
With the conclusion of the American Harp Society National Competition, the AHS Summer Institute has commenced in Winston–Salem, N.C. One of the first concerts of the conference features the Armed Forces Harp Sextet performing alongside Marcela Mendez, Maria Luisa...
by harpcolumn | Jun 11, 2019 | Auditions
Matthew Tutsky was selected as principal harpist with the New Mexico Philharmonic following an audition held on June 6. “I’m thrilled to join New Mexico Philharmonic as their principal harpist,” Tutsky says. “The orchestra is playing some great...
by harpcolumn | Jun 7, 2019 | Auditions
Molly Langr was named acting principal harpist with the Boise Philharmonic for the 2019–2020 season, following an audition on May 27. The first round was screened, with two competitors advancing to the finals. Currently a graduate student at Rice University, Langr...
by harpcolumn | Jun 5, 2019 | Auditions
After three rounds of auditions on May 31, Haley Rhodeside was selected as the new principal harpist of the Orlando Philharmonic. This is the second audition the orchestra hosted for this position, with the jury voting not to hire following two harpists’ trials...
by stephaniegustafson | Jun 4, 2019 | Q-and-A
As of this week, we are one month away from the start of the 11th USA International Harp Competition, which takes place July 3–13 in Bloomington, Ind. Erin Brooker–Miller, the USAIHC executive director, oversees it all, from coordinating housing for the competitors to...
by harpcolumn | Jun 3, 2019 | Competitions
Rachel Lee Hall won the 2019 Houston Symphony Ima Hogg Concerto Competition after performing Ginastera’s harp concerto with the symphony on June 1. Hall won $25,000 and a repeat performance with the Houston Symphony at Jones Hall on July 10. The finals included...
by harpcolumn | May 31, 2019 | Harpists in the News
Brandee Younger’s new album, Soul Awakening, was recently featured on NPR. Reviewed by Nate Chinen, the article summarizes her musical trajectory, saying, “Younger, 35, has spent much of the last dozen years in a state of arrival, or maybe a process of...
by harpcolumn | May 30, 2019 | Competitions
The results of the the first Pratté International Harp Competition have been announced. Held May 10–11 in Norrköping, Sweden as part of the Pratté International Festival, first prize was awarded to Iván Bragado Poveda of Spain. Italy’s Claudia Lucia Lamanna took...
