Indiana Teachers
Please see our main Harp Teacher List page for other states, and for more information on how to use this list.
Some teachers who live in neighboring states may be listed at the bottom of this page.
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Teaches through Skype, FaceTime, Zoom or other online programs
Teaches both lever and pedal harp
Teaches only lever harp
Teaches only pedal harp
Teaches all ages
Teaches only children and teens
Teaches only teens and adults
Here is a list of our harp teachers in Indiana organized by zip code.
46032
Indianapolis, IN(Evansville, IN and the country of Hungary)
Erzsébet Gaál Rinne
Erzsébet teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio, and at Indiana University, University of Evansville, and Meridian Music School. She also teaches at the homes of local students, as well as through Skype. No previous musical training is required. She has lever harps for rent to her students. Erzsébet specializies in classical, orchestral, modern and religious music, and also teaches arranging and music theory. She offers harp ensembles, recitals, harp circles, and summer music camp. She studied with Susann McDonald, has a Kodály Music Education Diploma and a Doctorate of Music, and has been teaching since 1990. Erzsébet teaches in English and Hungarian.
"Having performed solo, chamber and orchestra repertoire both in Europe and in Americas, I bring a well-rounded instrumental background and an international selection of music education methods into my teaching studios. The many years of music instruction experiences on various levels enable me to select and to apply the method that a student needs, focusing on the whole individual as an intellectual, spiritual and physical being. Moreover, the Hungarian Kodály Method, a physical wellness program, is applied in my teaching to help students to excel in music studies, to reach their highest potential, to maintain a high level of performance capacity, and to prevent possible occupational hazards."
46260
Indianapolis, IN
Diane Evans
Diane teaches regular private lessons, as well as shorter-term coaching, to musicians of all ages and levels at her Indianapolis studio and through FaceTime. In addition, she is Associate Professor of Harp at Oberlin Conservatory of Music. No previous training is required for beginners, but a piano background is helpful. Diane rents lever harps and has worked with students on lever harp, most often as a bridge to the pedal harp. She specializes in a process-oriented approach to creative expression through music, with a focus on classical repertoire of all eras, including solo, chamber, and orchestral music. She offers recitals, harp ensembles, and master classes for her students. Diane studied with Alice Chalifoux and has a Bachelor of Music degree from Oberlin Conservatory. She was Principal Harp with the Indianapolis Symphony for over 40 years, and has been guiding students since 1973.
46304
Chesterton, IN
Cindy Shelhart
Cindy specializes in double-strung harp. She teaches private lessons for college students and adults through Zoom. No previous musical training is required. Cindy teaches all musical styles, specializing in Celtic, folk, and classical music. She also teaches composition, arranging, improvisation, and music theory. Cindy studied with Nan Gullo Richmond Bassett and Elizabeth Cifani, and has a B.A. in Music and German from Ball State University. She has been teaching since 1986.
"I'm a double-strung harp specialist who also teaches lead sheet performance & arranging for all harps. My books include Tunes to Go (lead sheets) and Make Mine a Double (double-strung harp method). Students tell me I'm creative, motivational, organized . . . and fun!"
47150
New Albany, IN
Lydia Clifton
Lydia teaches private and group lessons for children and adults at her studio and at a Community Music Center. She also teaches through FaceTime. No previous musical training is required. Lydia teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical music. She also teaches music theory and offers recitals for her students. She studied with Lisa Spurlock Gilmore and Elizabeth Richter, and has a BA degree in Music Performance from Ball State University.
"I work with each student individually to reach their own musical goals."
47404
Bloomington, IN
Sara Chasse
Sara Chasse teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio and will travel to the homes of local students. No previous musical training is required. Sara specializes in classical and Celtic music, and also teaches orchestral, folk, and therapy music. She offers recitals, harp ensembles, and piano theory for her students. She has an A.A. in Music and a Piano Performance Certificate. She is a member of the American College of Musicians. She studied with Susan McDonald, Ellie Choate, and Elizabeth Richter.
"Music is one of the greatest pastimes. Learning to express yourself through music can boost your mood, bring joy and heals. Music releases dopamine in your brain, which improves your mood and reduces your anxiety. It can also help reduce stress, so it induces joy and motivation. I work with special needs children and adults with anxiety. My teenage students often report better test scores."
47405
Bloomington, IN(Washington, DC, Richmond, VA)
Elzbieta Szmyt
Elzbieta teaches private and group lessons for children, teens, and college age students at her studio, and at Indiana University. College harp majors must have 6-8 years of previous harp training. Pre-college students are required to be able to read music such as 1-2 years of piano. Elzbieta teaches classical, orchestral, and modern music. She also offers recitals, master classes, and harp ensembles for her students. Besides English, she also teaches in Polish and Russian. She has a Master's of Music degree and Artist Diploma, and is the Associate Professor of Music in Harp at Indiana University. She has studied with Susann McDonald, Alina Baranowska-Liese, and Pierre Jamet. She has been teaching since 1987.
"I enjoy tremendously teaching harp especially working with students who have great imagination and a good sense of humor. I am a high energy but very patient teacher."
47591
Vincennes, IN(Evansville)
Mary Dicken
Mary teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio, and at schools. No previous musical training is required. She has lever harps for rent to her students. Mary teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical and orchestral music. She offers recitals and harp ensembles. She has a Bachelor's of Music from Miami University, and a Master's of Music from the University of Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music. She has been teaching since 2003.
"Anyone can learn to play the harp - it's never too late to start! Lessons focus on developing individual artistry and natural ability, using students' own goals to influence and direct their harp study."
47722
Evansville, IN(Indianapolis, IN and the country of Hungary)
Erzsébet Gaál Rinne
Erzsébet teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio, and at Indiana University, University of Evansville, and Meridian Music School. She also teaches at the homes of local students, as well as through Skype. No previous musical training is required. She has lever harps for rent to her students. Erzsébet specializies in classical, orchestral, modern and religious music, and also teaches arranging and music theory. She offers harp ensembles, recitals, harp circles, and summer music camp. She studied with Susann McDonald, has a Kodály Music Education Diploma and a Doctorate of Music, and has been teaching since 1990. Erzsébet teaches in English and Hungarian.
"Having performed solo, chamber and orchestra repertoire both in Europe and in Americas, I bring a well-rounded instrumental background and an international selection of music education methods into my teaching studios. The many years of music instruction experiences on various levels enable me to select and to apply the method that a student needs, focusing on the whole individual as an intellectual, spiritual and physical being. Moreover, the Hungarian Kodály Method, a physical wellness program, is applied in my teaching to help students to excel in music studies, to reach their highest potential, to maintain a high level of performance capacity, and to prevent possible occupational hazards."