Teachers by Last Name: S

Javier teaches private and group lessons for children and adults at his studio, as well as through Skype. No previous musical training is required. He has lever harps for rent to his students. Javier teaches arranging, early music, Irish and Scottish music on wire-strung harp, and Renaissance and baroque music on historical harps. He teaches in Spanish and English and has a professional music degree. He has been teaching since 1990.

Jeralee teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio and at the Shedd Institute. She will travel to the homes of local students, and also teaches through Skype. No previous musical training is required. Jeralee teaches all musical styles, as well as arranging, improvisation, and music theory. She also offers recitals for her students. She has a B.M. in Harp Performance from the UO School of Music, and an S.A. in Piano Pedagogy. She has been teaching since 1995.

"Lessons are catered to student's goals and the music they would like to learn with emphasis on helping each student develop good technique."

Bethany teaches private and group lessons for children and adults at her studio, as well as through Skype, FaceTime, and Zoom. No previous musical training is required. Bethany teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical, orchestral, and religious music. She also teaches composition, arranging, improvisation, and music theory. She offers recitals and harp ensembles for her students. Bethany has a Bachelors degree in Harp Performance. She has been teaching since 2016, and teaches in Spanish and English.

Bethany has been studying harp for over 14 years and is Suzuki trained. She encourages each of her students to participate in ensembles, orchestras, competitions and many other events. Bethany has performed with many groups around the world and loves to help each student with their individual goals. Please see her website for more information.

Pia teaches private and group lessons for children, teenagers and adults at her studio as well as online. From beginners, to professionals who would like to expand their horizons. Pia teaches all musical styles, specializing in rhythm, pop and jazz music as well as harp and singing. She also teaches composition, arranging, improvisation, and music theory. She has Bachelors of Music from Berklee College of Music, and a certification from the Music Academy International of Nancy in France. She has studied with Deborah Henson-Conant, Park Stickney, Maeve Gilchrist and Cristina Braga. Pia has been teaching since 2009 and teaches in English, French, and Spanish.

"I love to teach while having fun. I always listen to the individual needs of my students and try to create the best environment for them. I want them to feel comfortable and therefore be ready to learn and share in the best conditions."

Katrina teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio. No previous musical training is required. She has both lever harps and pedal harps for rent to her students. Katrina teaches all musical styles, specializing in improvisation and classical music. She has played professionally for 25 years and has been teaching since 1985.

"I have worked steadily as a professional harpist in the greater Los Angeles area for 25 years. I have taught over 1,000 students with 25 years of experience as a teacher."

Tomoko teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio and at a high school, as well as through Zoom, FaceTime, and Skype. No previous musical training is required. She has lever and pedal harps for rent to her students. Tomoko teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical and pop music. She also teaches arranging and music theory and offers recitals and harp ensembles for her students. Tomoko studied with Sarah Bullen and JoAnn Turovsky. She has a DMA degree and a teaching certificate in piano. Tomoko has been teaching since 2000 and teaches in Japanese as well as in English.

Kathryn teaches private and group lessons for children and adults at her studio and at a grammar school. She also travels to the homes of local students. No previous musical training is required. Kathryn teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical and modern music. She also teaches general music classes and music theory. Kathryn teaches in French and English, and has the following degrees: BA in Education and MEd.

"My primary goal is to make harp affordable and accessible to anyone interested in learning how to play."

Leah teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio. Children must be able to read at 1st grade level; 1 year of piano preferred. Leah specializes in classical music, and also teaches orchestral, jazz, and pop music. She has studied with Alice Chalifoux and has been teaching since 1990. Leah has performed with local and regional orchestras, jazz trios, church groups, and as a freelance musician for private, corporate, religious, and secular events.

Becca teaches private and group lessons for children and adults at her studio and at the homes of students. She also teaches through Skype. No previous musical training is required. Becca teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical, modern and orchestral music. She also teaches composition, arranging, improvisation, and music theory, and offers harp ensembles and recitals for her students. She studied with Dr. Ann Marie Liss and has a Bachelor of Music in Harp Performance. She has been teaching since 2014.

"I am committed to adapting to the unique needs of all of my students to insure that we reach their personalized goals."

Tiffany teaches private lessons at her west side of Cleveland home, as well as through Zoom. No previous musical training is required. Tiffany specializes in solo Celtic harp music, Irish session accompaniment, and singing with the harp. She also teaches theory and arranging. She has been teaching since 2016.

"I first took up this instrument in 2007, and I believe the harp is accessible to anyone with a willing heart, with or without musical experience! I will teach beginners to read sheet music, but I am also passionate about learning by ear and how to arrange."

Mary teaches private and group lessons for children and adults at her studio, as well as through Skype. She teaches all musical styles. She studied with Margarita Montanaro and Alice Chalifoux.

"Educating the southern New Jersey community since 1992. Many competition winners. Free introductory lesson."

Monica teaches private and group lessons for children over the age of 7 and adults at her studio, and at a music store. She also teaches through Zoom, FaceTime, and Skype. No previous musical training is required. Monica teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical, jazz, Celtic, and therapy music. She offers recitals for her students. Monica has a BA degree and is a Certified Clinical Musician. Monica studied with Francis Miller, Ruttiger Opperman, Park Stickney, Laurie Riley, and Lori Andrews. She is a Certified Clinical Musician with a BA degree, and has been teaching since 2012.

As mother to young children, Monica is comfortable with teaching youth as well of students of all backgrounds and ages. Her musical method draws from folk, classical, songwriting, theory, ensemble work, improvisation and pop music using a Salzedo-influenced method. She thinks that everyone's learning process is a little bit unique, just like the harp. She says, "I see myself as a musician who happens to play the harp, not being a harpist exclusively. It is from that approach that I tap into the great mystery that is music. I believe teachers can learn from students just as much as students learn from the teacher."

Alle teaches private and group lessons for children and adults at The Schwartz School of Music and Columbus Piano Leasing. She teaches all ages, including adults and seniors. She also teaches through Skype. No previous musical training is required. She has lever harps for rent to her students. Alle teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical and orchestral music. She also teaches composition, arranging, improvisation and music theory, and offers recitals and harp ensembles. Alle attended Interlochen Academy for the Arts. She studied harp with Jan Bishop and Joan Holland, and studied pedagogy with Christie Chiles Twille. She has been teaching since 2008.

"My goal as your teacher is to get you to be comfortable playing your instrument. I work with each of my students very closely to be sure they are not only learning technique and pieces, but feeling like harpists."

Sarah teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio. No previous musical training is required. Sarah teaches classical, modern, pop, Celtic, folk, therapy, and religious music. She provides recitals for her students. She has Bachelor's of Music Education with String Specialization (cello) degree, and is a Certified Therapeutic Harp Practitioner. She has studied harp with LeeAnn Anderson, and cello with Raya Garbousova, Peter Howard and Ronald Leonard. She has been teaching since 2002.

"I am a cellist and music educator along with being a certified therapeutic harp practitioner. I play for patients, staff and visitors at two Cleveland Clinic Hospitals: Marymount and Medina."

Rebekah teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio. She will also travel to the homes of local students. No previous musical training is required. She has lever harps for rent to her students. Rebekah teaches all musical styles, and offers recitals, harp ensembles, and theory classes for her students.

"I have a grad degree in music performance. I specialize in teaching people how to overcome fear of performing."

Marissa teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio, as well as through Zoom and FaceTime. No previous musical training is required. She teaches all musical styles, as well as music theory and arranging. Marissa studied with Cathy Victorsen of St. Paul Minnesota, and has been teaching since 2012.

"I'm a multi-instrumentalist who has been playing the harp since 1995. I want to continue sharing my love of the harp with anyone who wants to learn, of any age or ability. I also have experience teaching students who have special needs."

Raquelle teaches private lessons for ages 9 and up. She teaches both in person or online through Zoom or other agreed-upon virtual platforms. No previous musical training is required. She has lever harps for rent to her students. Raquelle specializes in Christian, classical, Celtic, and folk music, with an emphasis on ear training, chord theory and improvisation. She has taught music lessons for 25+ years. Raquelle has arranged and recorded six harp CDs of original harp duets with her sister as the duo "Joyful Harps."

"My goal for my students is for them to love making music and sharing it with others!"

Vanessa teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio and at the College of the Desert and Mt. San Jacinto College. She also teaches through Skype. No previous musical training is required. She has lever harps for rent to her students. Vanessa teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical and Celtic music. She offers theory classes for her students. She has Bachelor's, Master's and Doctorate of Musical Arts degrees. She is a member of the College Music Society, and Music Teachers National Association. She studied with Carrol McLaughlin, Linda Wood Rollo, Susan Allen and Stephanie Osborne, and has been teaching since 1997.

"I will personalize our curriculum depending on your experience level, needs, and desires and look forward to helping you in your musical journey!"

Gayla teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio and at the University of Mary. No previous musical training is required, but she prefers that students have some piano. She also teaches beginning piano for students who begin harp without any formal piano training. Gayla teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical and folk music. She also teaches arranging and music theory. She offers harp ensembles and opportunities to play for worship in area congregations or for special engagements. Gayla has Bachelor and Masters degrees with minors in harp and church music. She studied with Gayle Barrington, Jean Altshuler, and Margaret Cooper, and has been teaching since 2000.

Performing professionally for over three decades, Gayla is known for her harp performance throughout the South and Midwest and has appeared with civic and community orchestras in Wisconsin, Texas, Kentucky, Missouri, Kansas, and North Dakota. She is principal harpist with the Bismarck-Mandan Symphony Orchestra and is music faculty (harp) for the University of Mary (Bismarck). Gayla is trained in both Salzedo and Grandjany methods.

Suzanne teaches private lessons for teens and adults at her studio. No previous musical training is required. She teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical and pop music. She teaches music theory, and offers harp ensembles and harp circles for her students. Suzanne studied with Margaret Ling and Mary Bickford, and has the following degrees: B.S.M.E. with harp minor, M.M. in harp.

Laura teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio, and at the homes of local students. No previous musical training is required. She has pedal harps for rent to her students. Laura teaches all musical styles, specializing in pop and improvisation. She offers recitals and harp ensembles for her students. As well as teaching in English, she also teaches in Spanish. She is certified in Dalcroze Eurhythmics and has a London University teaching credential. She studied with Aileen McCardle and JoAnn Turovsky, and has been teaching since 1985.

Brittany teaches private and group lessons for children and adults at her music studio. No previous musical training is required. Brittany teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical, orchestral, and pop music. She also teaches improvisation, and music theory, and offers recitals and harp ensembles for her students. Brittany is a Registered Suzuki Teacher and a Certified Music Practitioner, and has a DipABRSM (Diploma of The Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music) in Harp Performance.

Kristie teaches harp and piano lessons in Summerlin, Las Vegas. She has over fifteen years of experience teaching music lessons to students of all ages and levels. She has been privileged to study with internationally respected teachers, including Distinguished Professor Susann McDonald. Kristie is a doctoral candidate at Indiana University and also holds a Master of Music degree from that institution. Kristie has won many national competitions and is very proud of her students who have won first prize in several local and state competitions.

Paula teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio. She teaches through Zoom and Facetime, and will also travel to the homes of local students. Two years of prior piano lessons are preferred. She has lever harps for rent to her students. Paula teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical and pop music. She offers recitals, harp ensembles and harp circles, and theory classes for her students. She has a Masters of Music in Harp Performance, and a Masters of Science in Education, and has been teaching since 1978.

Rebecca teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio and at St. Mary's College of Maryland. She also teaches through Skype, FaceTime, Zoom, and WhatsApp, as well as other online formats. No previous musical training is required. She has lever harps for rent to her students. Rebecca teaches classical and orchestral music and offers recitals and harp ensembles. Besides teaching in English, she also teaches in French. She has B.A. and M.M degrees, and studied with Alice and Jeanne Chalifoux and Lucile Lawrence. She has been teaching since 1976.

"Prospective students are invited to a complimentary 20 minute appointment to meet me to learn about lessons and harps."

Rebecca teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio and at the Cascade School of Music in Bend, Oregon. She will travel to the homes of local students, and also teaches through Skype. No previous musical training is required. She has lever harps for rent to her students. Rebecca specializes in improvisation and Celtic music, and also teaches composition and arranging, and classical, orchestral, pop, blues, folk, early, and world music. She holds recitals, and harp ensembles are offered through the Cascade School of Music. The High Cascades Harp Retreat is held in June. She has a Bachelors of Music from the University of Oregon. She studied with Sally Maxwell and has been teaching since 1996.

"Getting to learn the harp has been the premier delight of my life; bringing others into a deeper relationship with the harp, whatever their level or starting point, is my second greatest delight."

Wendy teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio, as well as through Skype. She will also travel to the homes of local students. No previous musical training is required. She has both lever harps and pedal harps for rent to her students. Wendy teaches arranging and improvisation, and most musical styles. She offers recitals for her students. She studied with Susann McDonald and Grace Follett (who was a student of Carlos Salzedo). She has a certificate from Susann McDonald's Summer Harp Institute. She has been teaching since 1982.

"Each harp student is unique and precious! Therefore I enjoy creating a study of the harp that helps each student reach their full potential and dreams."

Martin teaches private lessons for children and adults at his studio, and will also travel to the homes of local students. No previous musical training is required. He has lever harps for rent to his students. Martin specializes in Celtic and folk music, and also teaches composition, arranging, and improvisation, and therapy and South American music. He has been teaching since 2005.

"I normally have some lever harps which I rent out."

Phyllis teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio in the Oak Hill area of Nashville, and at Tennessee State University and Western Kentucky University. She also teaches through Skype. No previous musical training is required. She has both lever harps and pedal harps for rent to her students. Phyllis specializes in classical and Celtic music, and also teaches orchestral and folk music. She has Bachelors and Masters Degrees, and has been teaching since 1995.

"I enjoy working with students of all ages from the younger player just discovering harp, the older player who always wanted to learn, to the college student who has professional aspirations."

Rebeccateaches private and group lessons for children and adults at her studio, as well as through Skype. She will also travel to the homes of local students. She teaches all ages, but specializes in children and teens. No previous musical training is required. She has both lever harps and pedal harps for rent to her students. Rebecca teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical and orchestral music. She offers recitals, harp ensembles, and theory classes for her students. As well as teaching in English, she also teaches in German. She has Bachelor's of Music Ed, Master's of Music Ed degrees, and 6th Year in Admin / Supervision. She also holds a Professional Education Certificate with Kodaly training. She has studied with Mario Falcao and Rebecca Flannery. She has been teaching since 1977.

"Students of all ages and skill levels participate in Harpeggios. We perform 6-8 times annually. Individual work with school music teachers to include my students in their performing ensembles."

Melissa Srb teaches private and group lessons for children and adults at her studio, as well as through Zoom, FaceTime, and Skype. She will also travel to the homes of local students. No previous musical training is required. Melissa teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical and modern music. She also teaches composition, arranging, improvisation, and music theory. Melissa offers recitals for her students. She studied with Mary Bircher and Heidi Beran and has Bachelors and Masters degrees and is pursuing a Masters of Music Education. She has been teaching since 2018.

Callie teaches private and group lessons for children and adults at her studio, and at the Arioso Music Academy. She also teaches at the homes of local students. No previous musical training is required. She has both lever harps and pedal harps for rent to her students. Callie teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical music and composition. She offers harp ensembles and recitals. She has a BA in Music Liberal Arts, and a MM in Music Composition, and has been teaching since 2010.

"The foundation of my teaching is good technique and understanding of music so that my students can play what they want to play on the harp for many years to come."

Sunita teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio, as well as through Skype. No previous musical training is required. She has lever harps for rent to her students. Sunita specializes in arranging and therapy music, and also teaches improvisation, composition, and classical, pop, Celtic, folk, and religious music. She offers recitals for her students. She has a Master's of Music from the Manhattan School of Music and has therapeutic harp training from the International Harp Therapy Program. She studied with Lucile Lawrence and Judith Liber and has been teaching since 1986.

"I enjoy teaching how to become more musical and creative."

Shirley teaches private lessons for children and adults at St. Catherine's Church. No previous musical training is required. Shirley teaches all musical styles, specializing in Celtic and folk music. She has been teaching since 2002. Lever harp lessons are given on a Lyon & Healy Troubadour harp, so students do not need to bring their own harps unless they prefer to do so.

"I will teach in a student's home if it is in or very near Valley City, ND."

Melody teaches private lessons at her studio, as well as through Zoom. She will also travel to the homes of local students. She teaches all ages, specializing in teens and college-age students. No previous musical training is required. Melody teaches all musical styles, as well as music theory. She has pedal harps for rent to her students. She has Bachelors, Masters, and Doctorate of Musical Arts degrees. Melody studied with Joan Holland and Jennifer Ellis and has been teaching since 2012.

Bonnie teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio. She also teaches through Skype, Zoom, and Messenger. No previous musical training is required. She teaches all musical styles, specializing in pop, Celtic and therapy music. She also teaches composition, arranging, improvisation, and music theory. Bonnie offers recitals, harp ensembles, and master classes for her students. She studied with Leanne Pepple, and Michael McBean. Bonnie is a Certified Healing Musician and a Certified Harp Therapist, and has been teaching since 1998.

"The student's goals are important to me , whether they want to play in their school orchestra, at renaissance faires at church or just for themselves. Music can range from classical to songs from video games according to students' preferences while still learning good techniques."

Debbie teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio. No previous musical training is required. Debbie teaches all musical styles and offers recitals and harp ensembles. Besides teaching in English, she also teaches in Spanish. She studied with Adine Bradley, Rosa Balcells, and Louise Pratt. She has Bachelor's degree in Music.

Brain teaches private lessons for children and adults at his studio. He will also travel to the homes of local students. No previous musical training is required. He has lever harps for rent to his students. Brian teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical music. He offers a harp ensemble for his students. He has a BS in Music Performance, and is a hospital certified harp therapy practitioner. He has been teaching since 2006.

Lisa teaches private and group lessons for children and adults at her studio, and at the harp Therapy Worshop at the Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital Cancer Center. No previous musical training is required. She has lever harps for rent to her students. Lisa teaches all musical styles, specializing in Celtic and folk music. She offers recitals, harp ensembles, theory classes, and community playing opportunities for her students. She has a Bachelors of Music with Music Therapy specialization and registration, and is a Registered Music Therapist. She studied with Lucille Jennings and has been teaching since 1975.

"Playing the harp is a magical experience. All that is needed is the desire to enjoy yourself and create beauty in your life. You can be successful playing for yourself, for others or in ensemble. The harp is a very accessible instrument for beginners. A new student can sound great playing simple tunes."

Odarka teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio, as well as through Skype. She also gives workshops by special arrangement. No previous musical training is required. She has lever harps and pedal harps for rent to her students. Odarka teaches all musical styles, specializing in arranging and Celtic music. She offers recitals, harp ensembles, and extra theory classes. Besides teaching in English, she also teaches in Ukranian and Spanish. She has an engineering degree. She studied with Leone Paulson and others.

"I would love to meet you! Call and set up an appointment so we can discuss your specific needs and see if we'd like take on harp learning as a team for your benefit and joy!"

Teresa teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio, as well as through Zoom and FaceTime. Previous musical training is required. She teaches classical, orchestral, modern, and Celtic music, as well as music theory and arranging. She offers recitals and harp ensembles for her students. Teresa has a Doctor of Music degree in harp performance. She teaches in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.

Stephanie teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio as well as through Skype. She will also travel to the homes of local students. No previous musical training is required. Stephanie specializes in classical and Celtic music, and also teaches modern, pop, early, religious and therapy music. She offers recitals and harp ensembles for her students. She has a Bachelor's of Arts in Music degree, and has been teaching since 2004.

Robyn teaches private and group lessons for children and adults at her studio, as well as through Skype. No previous musical training is required. She has lever harps for rent to her students. Robyn teaches composition, arranging and improvisation, and Celtic, folk, early, pop, modern, and religious music.

"I enjoy sharing my love of music with my students. Creativity and fun with music are encouraged at every step along the musical journey."

Felice teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio and at Smith College, Amherst College, and Community Music School of Springfield. No previous musical training is required. Felice teaches Celtic, classical and orchestral music and offers recitals for her students. Besides teaching in English, she also teaches in French. She has a Master's of Music and certification in elementary music education. She studied with Marcel Grandjany, Jane Weidensal, Gloria Agostini, and Lily Laskine, and has been teaching since 1974.

Brian teaches private lessons for children and adults at his studio, and at Immanuel Lutheran Church in San Jose. No previous musical training is required. Brian has a Doctor of Music degree and teaches classical music.

Becky teaches private and group lessons at her studio, as well as through Skype. She also travels to the homes of local students. She teaches all ages, specializing in adults and seniors. No previous musical training is required. She has lever harps for rent to her students. Becky teaches all musical styles, specializing in folk music. She has been teaching since 2009.

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."