Missouri 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 Missouri organized by zip code.
64151
Kansas City, MO
Elizabeth Paine
Elizabeth teaches private lessons for teens 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. Elizabeth teaches all musical styles, specializing in folk music. She offers recitals, harp ensembles, and harp circles for her students. She has Bachelors of Fine Arts in Music, and has been teaching since 1992. She studied with Mildred Milligan, Cynthia Cooper, and John Hastings.
"Students do not need to bring their own harp to lessons. You can play one of mine."
65804
Springfield, MO(Branson, Lebanon)
Darice Augustson
Darice teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio, and at the University of Missouri, Drury University, and Evangel University. She prefers for students to have some piano and note reading skills, but it is not necessary. She has lever harps for rent to her students. Darice teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical and therapy music. She offers recitals and harp ensembles for her students. She has a Bachelors of Music degree in Applied Harp. She has been teaching since 1979.
"I have extensive experience with adult beginners as well as college level harpists. My teaching philosophy is that music is fun and enjoyable. Children need a positive and fun experience."
65804
Springfield, MO
Denise Fink
Denise teaches private and group lessons for children and adults at her studio, and at the homes of local students. She is accepting harp students at Drury University, Evangel University and Southwest Baptist University. No previous musical training is required. Denise teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical, orchestral, and religious music. She offers recitals and harp ensembles for her students. Denise studied with Mary G Beckman, Alice Chalifoux and Mildred Dilling (coached). She has Bachelor of Music and Master of Music degrees, and a Professional Studies Diploma.
"Teaching Theory and basics to beginners; being a musician first; teaching strong technique and methods on practicing."
65804
Springfield, MO
Gina Marie Edwards
Gina teaches private and group lessons for children and adults at her studio and as an adjunct faculty teacher at Southwest Baptist University. She also teaches through FaceTime and Skype. No previous musical training is required. She teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical, orchestral, Celtic, and rock music. Gina also teaches composition, arranging, improvisation, and music theory. She offers recitals and harp ensembles for her students. Gina is a member of Music Teachers National Association, Missouri Music Teachers Association, Piano Guild College of Musicians, Federated Music Club of Springfield. These clubs allow the student to participate in events gaining critiques and awards. Gina has MTNA certification and is on the Teachers Honor Roll with the Guild. She has been teaching since 1986.
"Gina is an adjunct faculty harp teacher at Southwest Baptist University. Gina is a member of MMTA, MTNA, Federated Music Club, and Piano Guild College of Musicians. These clubs avoid aimless drifting and students gain trophies and awards."
Neighboring States
66062
Olathe, KS
Phaedra Moll
Phaedra teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio, as well as through Zoom, FaceTime, and Skype. No previous musical training is required. Phaedra teaches classical, therapy, religious, and orchestral music, as well as improvisation, and music theory. She offers recitals, harp ensembles, and studio gatherings for her students. She studied with Alice Chalifoux and Jara Goodrich, and has a Masters degree in Music Theory.
"I have a passion for teaching harp to students of all ages. I teach the Salzedo technique and have studied with some of its greatest pedagogues, Alice Chalifoux and Jara Goodrich. I believe that the study of music is a collaboration, therefore we select music pieces together, I continue to actively perform, helping me to keep current with the music scene of Kansas City."
