Teachers by Last Name: C

Karlinda teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio and at the College of Saint Rose, Hartwick College, and the Westminster Presbyterian Church. Karlinda also has an active online harp studio, currently teaching her students via Skype and Facebook Messenger (sorry, no Facetime). No previous musical training is required. Karlinda teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical and orchestral music. She has been teaching since 2000 and, when possible, offers annual recitals for her students. She has a Bachelors of Music in Harp Performance, and studied with Corkey Christman and Alice Chalifoux.

"I'm not a double-strung player, but I currently have 2 double-strung students who seem to be doing well. I sometimes have 1 or 2 harps to rent, but don't have a rental service."

June teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio, as well as through Skype, FaceTime, and Zoom. No previous musical training is required. She has lever harps for rent to her students. June teaches all musical styles, specializing in Celtic and modern music. June studied with Laurie Riley and Lorinda Jones, and has degrees in Elementary, Gifted, and Early Childhood Education. She has been teaching since 2015.

"I teach in a relaxed, non-judgmental atmosphere. Lessons should be fun, and students should feel free to make mistakes and ask questions."

Madison 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. Madison teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical, orchestral, modern and pop music. She studied with Jeanne Chalifoux, and has been teaching since 2016.

"Start before you're ready, because everything you want in life is on the other side of fear."

Celia teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio, as well as at the homes of local students. No previous musical training is required. Celia teaches classical, pop, Celtic, folk, therapy and religious music. She offers harp ensembles and theory classes. She has a BA with Single Subject Music Teaching Credential, and an MA in Piano Performance. She has been teaching since 1988.

Devon teaches private and group lessons for children and adults at her studio, as well as through Skype. No previous musical training is required. Devon teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical and pop music. She offers recitals, harp ensembles, and ABRSM or Trinity Exams for her students. She has a BA in Music and has been teaching since 1999.

Marian teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio, and at Dakota Wesleyan University (Mitchell) and Dordt College (Sioux Center). No previous musical training is required. She has lever harps for rent to her students. Marian specializes in folk and religious music, and also teaches arranging and improvisation, and classical, orchestral, Celtic, early, and religious music. She offers recitals and harp ensembles for her students, and the opportunity to join in her hospice and care home ministry. She has a BA and a Master's of Music, and has been teaching since 2012. She studied with Frances Miller and Anna Vorhes.

"I actively encourage my harp students to play in music groups at their school or church, and I gladly collaborate with directors to adapt or create harp parts appropriate for each student's ability."

Simon teaches private and group lessons for children and adults at his studio, as well as through Skype. He also teaches at the homes of local students. No previous musical training is required. He has harps for rent to his students. Simon specializes in traditional, Celtic, folk, and early music and also teaches composition, improvisation and arranging. He offers recitals and theory classes for his students as well as tea and coffee! He has been teaching since 2001.

Mairi teaches private and group lessons for children and adults at her studio and at the homes of local students. She also teaches through Skype. No previous musical training is required. Mairi teaches all musical styles, specializing in jazz, Celtic and folk music. She also teaches composition, arranging, improvisation, and music theory. She has a BM in Performance and Professional Music, Summa Cum Laude, from Berklee College of Music. She minored in Theory of Jazz and Popular Music.

"Looking forward to exploring your goals and interests in music through the harp."

Jocelyn teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio, as well as through Skype, FaceTime, and Zoom. No previous musical training is required. She requires parents of young students to learn tuning and basic harp maintenance until the student is ready to take on the responsibility. Jocelyn teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical and religious music. She also teaches arranging and music theory. She will offer harp ensembles and recitals once the Covid restrictions are lifted. She encourages her students to play with other instrumentalists and to play in churches and nursing homes. Jocelyn studied with Mildred Dilling, Ruth Negri, and Assunta del Aquila. She has Bachelors of Music degree and an Artists Diploma, and has been teaching since 1980.

"I have decades of performing experience on both the pedal and lever harp as well as on the harpsichord. I have also held church positions in the capacity of pianist, organist and choir director. I teach the Grandjany technic and believe it to be the most pure and efficient technique on both pedal and lever harp."

Cecilia teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio, and will also travel to the homes of local students. No previous musical training is required. Cecilia teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical and Celtic music. She offers recitals and harp ensembles for her students. Besides teaching in English, she also teaches in Spanish. She has a Bachelor's of Music specialization in harp performance in Argentina. She also has Le Di Plome d'Execution from Ecole Normale In Paris, France. She studied with Micheline Kahn and Pierre Jarmet, and has been teaching since 1995.

"I started my education in Argentina and received a scholarship to study at the Ecole Normale in Paris. I was the principal harpist for the Entre Rios Symphony Orchestra. I had been teaching at a college level in Argentina prior to coming to the USA. I am a certified Spanish teacher in NJ. I currently perform with the Sussex County Community Orchestra and play at weddings and events."

Jeannie teaches private lessons for children and adults through Zoom and at her studio. She offers a monthly Zoom Harp Circle. Previous musical training is helpful but not required. Jeannie teaches many musical styles, specializing in classical and Celtic music. She incorporates arranging, improvisation, and music theory into lessons. She has been teaching since 1990, with positions at Vassar College, Grinnell College, and Iowa State University. Jeannie holds a B.Music Education from Butler University and M.Music from the New England Conservatory. She studied with Liz Cifani, Eddie Druzinski, and Bernard Zhigera.

"My focus is determined by my student's individual goals and areas of strength. I start with basic technical work as evidenced in my own harp books, and introduce a variety of musical genres, from Classical to Celtic to Latin American."

Merinda teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio, as well as through Zoom and FaceTime. She will also travel to the homes of local students. No previous musical training is required. Merinda teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical and orchestral music. She also teaches arranging and music theory, and offers recitals and harp ensembles for her students. She studied with Dr. Carrol McLaughlin and Dr. Cathy Clayton. She has a Bachelor of Music degree in Harp Performance, and is Suzuki certified. She has been teaching since 2016.

"I work to provide my students with performance opportunities through recitals, festivals, ensembles, and orchestra experience. My goal for teaching is to help my students build confidence, grow their musical skills, and support them as they find their own love for music and the harp."

Jenny teaches private and group lessons for children and adults at her studio and through Skype, FaceTime, and Zoom. She will also travel to the homes of local students. She has lever harps for rent to her students. Jenny teaches all musical styles and offers recitals and harp ensembles for her students. She has a Music Education degree.

"As a music educator for over six years in public schools, I absolutely love teaching beginners and have a strong knowledge base on how to teach. I teach a variety of students and love teaching any grade/age level!"

Heather teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio, as well as at the homes of local students. No previous musical training is required. She has lever harps for rent to her students. Heather specializes in classical, pop, Celtic and folk music. She offers recitals and a harp circle for her students. She has studied with Salzman and Curcio, and has been teaching since 1995.

Giuseppina teaches private and lessons for children and adults at her studio, as well as through Skype. No previous musical training is required. She teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical, jazz, and orchestral music. Giuseppina also teaches arranging and music theory, and offers recitals and harp ensembles for her students. She teaches in Italian as well as English, and has been teaching since 1996. Giuseppina has the following degrees: Conservatorio di Musica from Italy, Bachelor's and Master's degrees from U of A. She is also a Certified Suzuki Method instructor.

"Giuseppina is the principal harpist of the Sarasota Opera, an accomplished solo, chamber and orchestral musician. Giuseppina maintains a harp studio in Sarasota where she is dedicated to sharing her years of experience and knowledge. She will inspire, nurture and guide you in the wonderful and exciting journey of learning to play the harp. Expression, musicality and a strong technical foundation are the core of Giuseppina's teaching philosophy while encouraging each student to bring out the best of themselves in their own creativity."

Sylvia teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio, and specializes in beginning pedal harp. She will also travel to the homes of local students. No previous musical training is required. Sylvia teaches classical, orchestral, pop, and folk music, as well as improvisation. She offers recitals for her students. She has a BA in Music History, and MA in Music (thesis option).

Stephanie teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio, as well as through Skype. She teaches all levels of lever harp, and beginning and intermediate pedal harp. No previous musical training is required. Stephanie specializes in Celtic and early music, and also teaches arranging and classical, folk, and religious music. She has a Bachelor's of Music in Harp Performance, and has been teaching since 2011.

Cathryn teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio and at the University of Utah. She also teaches through Zoom. No previous musical training is required. She has lever harps for rent to her students. Cathryn teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical and pop music. She also teaches composition, arranging, improvisation, and music theory. She offers recitals and harp ensembles for her students. Cathryn studied with Dr. Carrol McLaughlin, Tamera Oswald, and ShruDeLi Ownbey and has BA, MA, and DMA degrees. She has been teaching since 1987.

"I am available for private lessons. I am happy to work with students who love the harp and want to enrich their lives. I also prepare students for college or graduate school."

Rachel teaches private and group lessons for children and adults at her studio, and at the Community Music School of Springfield in Springfield, MA. She also teaches through Zoom, FaceTime, and Skype, and will travel to the homes of local students. Rachel teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical, Celtic, and folk music. She also teaches composition, arranging, and music theory, and offers recitals for her students. Rachel has a B.A in Traditional Scottish Music from the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland.

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."

Liann teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio, as well as through Skype. No previous musical training is required. She specializes in classical music, and also teaches orchestral, modern, pop, Celtic, folk, therapy, and religious music. Liann studied with Joan Raeburn Holland, Elizabeth Richter, and Bridgett Stuckey, and has a Master of Music in harp performance. She has been teaching since 2014.

"I'm a very warm and enthusiastic person and my teaching style is structured and supportive."

Candace teaches private and group lessons for children and adults. She also teaches through Zoom and FaceTime. She specializes in teaching adults and seniors who are beginners. No prior musical training is required. She also helps students locate rental harps. Candace specializes in Celtic and folk music. She has been teaching since 1994.

"Here's a testimonial from one of my students: 'If it were not for your approach for teaching the harp, I know that I would not be progressing as well as I have in such a short time. Thanks for your friendship and commitment to helping me to become a good quality harper' Mrs. B."

Alisa teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio. No previous musical training is required. Alisa teaches all musical styles, and offers recitals and harp ensembles for her students. She has a Master's of Music degree, and has been teaching since 2009.

Lynda teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio. No previous musical training is required. Lynda specializes in improvisation and teaching singer songwriters. She also teaches arranging, composition, and pop, blues, Celtic, folk, South American, and therapy music. She was a music major for 3 years at college, and has been teaching since 1995.

"I like to make learning the harp fun. I adapt the teaching method to the interests of the student. I am also a nurse and teach mindfulness based stress relief."

Megan teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio. No previous musical training is required. Megan teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical, orchestral, pop, and folk music. She has Bachelors and Masters degrees in Music from Rice University, and a Diplome Superieur from L'Ecole Normale de Musique de Paris. She studied with Paula Page, Isabelle Perrin, Alice Chalifoux, Joan Holland, and Delaine Fedson, and has been teaching since 2002.

"Megan Conley is the Principal Harpist with the Houston Symphony."

Charlene 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. Charlene teaches arranging and classical, orchestral, modern, pop, Celtic, folk and religious music. She offers recitals, harp ensembles, and harp circles. Charlene studied with Alice Chalifoux, Jeanne Chalifoux, Edna Phillips, and Margarita Montero. She has a Bachelor's of Music from Peabody Conservatory, and has been teaching since 1980.

"I strive to give students a solid foundation by combining exercises and pieces they can enjoy. It is a journey that is both challenging and rewarding and I cater to each person's individual needs and desires. I teach all ages and levels and provide performance options. However, some adult students just want to play for their own pleasure and that is OK! We all play because we love the harp and the sounds it makes. The journey of learning to play should be enjoyable and I strive to make the learning process fun."

Sherry teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio, as well as through Zoom, FaceTime, and Skype. She also teaches orchestra in the Peoria Unified School District. No previous musical training is required. She has lever harps for rent to her students. Sherry teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical and pop music. She also teaches composition, arranging, improvisation, and music theory, and offers recitals for her students. Sherry studied with Dr. Carrol McLaughlin, Dr. Christine Vivona, and Karen Miller. She has a Master in Music Education from Arizona State University and Bachelor of Arts in Music Education from The University of Arizona. She has been teaching since 1985.

"I am a certified music teacher through the Arizona Department of Education. I have current fingerprint card clearance and have ESL endorsement. I love teaching the harp to students of all ages. I work specifically with your learning style. My entire family, (husband, children, and son-in-law) is musical and I look forward to working with you! "

Kirsten teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio and at Sarah Lawrence College. She also teaches through Skype. Basic music theory and ability to read music is required for new students. Kirsten specializes in classical and pop music, and also teaches arranging and improvisation and orchestral, modern, pop, rock and roll, folk, and therapy music. She has Bachelors of Music and Masters of Music degrees from Indiana University School of Music, and has studied with Susann McDonald and Nancy Allen. Kirsten has been teaching since 1987.

Zoe teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio, as well as through Zoom. No previous musical training is required. She has lever harps for rent to her students. Zoe teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical and orchestral music. She also teaches composition and music theory and offers recitals for her students. Zoe has a Bachelor of Arts degree in music, and a Master of Music in harp performance and pedagogy. She has been teaching since 2006.

Jessica 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. Jessica teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical music. She also teaches music theory and offers recitals and harp ensembles for her students. Jessica has a Bachelor of Music in Harp Performance and is Suzuki Method Certified. She has been teaching since 2011.

"Learning to play the harp has always been my passion, and I am so excited to share that with you! I am currently accepting new students into my harp studio."

Reuben teaches private lessons for children and adults at his studio, and at the homes of local students. No previous musical training is required. Reuben specializes in Celtic and classical music, and also teaches composition, arranging, improvisation, and therapy and folk music. He offers a harp circle for his students. He has a Bachelor's of Music degree from Bethel University, and is a composer and a recording artist. He studied with Ann Ransom of the Minnesota Orchestra, and Francis Miller of the University of Minnesota. He has been teaching since 1991.

"I have been teaching harp for over 25 years. My students have gone on to become professionals in recording, teaching, therapy, and just for the pure pleasure of playing this beautiful instrument."

Belle teaches private lessons for children and adults at the homes of local students. No previous musical training is required. She teaches classical and orchestral music, and music theory. Belle is currently a Music Performance student at MSU, and has studied with Sister Mary Margaret, Beth Colpean, and Chen-Yu Huang. She has been teaching since 2017.

Hope teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio, as well as at the University of St. Thomas Preparatory School and Alief School District. No previous musical training is required. Hope specializes in classical and orchestral music, and also teaches modern, pop, Celtic, folk and religious music, as well as composition and arranging. She offers harp ensembles, recitals, and theory classes for her students. She has a Masters of Music from Rice University.

"My goal for my students is that they develop a solid technical foundation, expressive musicality, and the ability to share their love of music with others."

Brenda teaches private and group lessons for all ages at her studio. Long distance learning is also available through Skype, FaceTime, or Zoom. No previous musical training is required. She has lever harps for rent to her students. Brenda teaches all learning styles and genres of music, specializing in Celtic music, therapeutic music, theory and arranging. She has degrees in Music Education, Education, and Audiology. She is a Certified Music Practitioner, and has been teaching since 1992. She studied with Elaine Cook, Maire ni Chathasaigh and Deborah Henson-Conant.

"I can work with those who have "exceptionalities" such as arthritic hands, etc. As my Suzuki training stated, every person can."

Susan teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio. No previous musical training is required. She has lever harps for rent to her students. Susan teaches all musical styles, specializing in Celtic and folk music. She also teaches arranging and music theory, and offers recitals and harp circles for her students. Susan has a BA in Music Education and has been teaching since 2005.

"I have also been teaching piano lessons for 30 years and am active in the Music Teachers' Association of California."

Sarah teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio, Hillnote Music, and is Adjunct Professor of Harp at Middle Tennessee State University and Lipscomb University. She also offers lessons via Zoom and to students in northern AL and MS. No previous musical training is required. She has lever harps available to rent for her students. Sarah teaches all musical styles, arranging, music theory, and music history. Sarah offers recitals and harp ensembles for her students, as well as community performance opportunities. Sarah holds a B.M., M.M., and D.M.A. in Harp Performance with Musicology cognate and has been teaching since 1999.

"I love working with students of all ages and levels! Students are given many opportunities to perform throughout the year in studio recitals and other community performances, and my large studio gives students the chance to play in harp ensembles throughout the year."

David 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 both lever harps and pedal harps for rent to his students. David teaches all musical styles, and offers recitals, harp ensembles, and theory classes. He has an AAA in Harp Performance, and Grade 6 of the ABRSM with distinction. He has been teaching since 1998.

Julie teaches private and group lessons for children and adults at her studio and at the Music Box and Vivace Music. She will travel to the homes of local students, and teaches through Skype. No previous musical training is required. Julie teaches South American, classical, modern, folk, pop, and religious music. She teaches arranging and improvisation, and offers recitals and harp ensembles for her students. She also teaches piano and flute. Julie studied with Silvio Solis and Pedro Gaona. She teaches in Spanish or English, and has been teaching since the year 2000.

" I am a Paraguayan harpist trained by ear and a classical pianist trained at the Levine School of Music in Washington, DC. Prospective students may acquire a Paraguayan harp from a harp maker in NY or use another lever harp."

Cheryl teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio and at Cairn University. No previous musical training is required. She has lever harps for rent to her students. Cheryl teaches classical, orchestral, pop, Celtic, folk, and religious music, and offers recitals for her students. She has Bachelor's degrees in Harp and Music Education and a Master's of Music in Harp. She studied with Susann McDonald and Peter E. Eagle, and has been teaching since 1980.

Bobbie Jo teaches 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. No previous musical training is required. She has lever harps for rent to her students. Bobbie Jo teaches all music styles, specializing in composition and arranging. She offers recitals, harp ensembles, harp circles, and theory classes for her students. She studied with Shawna Selline, and has been teaching since 1983.

"I teach Voice, Piano, Harp, Guitar, and Theory--have been a musician since age 6. I love playing and teaching!"

Margaret teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio. No previous musical training is required. Margaret teaches classical and orchestral music, and offers recitals and harp ensembles. She has the following music degrees: AMusA, LMusA, TMusA, ATCL, LTCL, and FTCL. She has been teaching since 2010.

Mindy teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio. No previous musical training is required. She has lever harps for rent to her students. Mindy teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical and orchestral music. She holds recitals for her students. She has a Bachelor's of Music from Oberlin Conservatory, and has been teaching since 1997. She studied with Alice Chalifoux and Eileen Mason.

"I am classically trained in the Salzedo technique, but I teach every genre of music. Students learn the correct way, but I make lessons fun and stress-free."

Sara teaches private lessons for children, college age, and adults at Bard College Conservatory and Brooklyn College Conservatory. No previous musical training is required. Sara teaches classical, modern and orchestral music. She has been teaching since 1975.