Utah Teachers

Janet teaches private and group lessons for children and adults at her studio and at Utah Valley University. She also teaches through Skype. No previous musical training is required. Janet specializes in Classical, Orchestral, Pop, Jazz and Celtic music. She also teaches music theory, and offers recitals and harp ensembles for her students. Janet is the Ballet West Principal Harpist, and the Utah Symphony Sub. She won the 2017 Studio Teacher of the Year Award.

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."

Michelle teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio and at the homes of local students. No previous musical training is required. Michelle teaches all musical styles as well as improvisation and music theory. She also offers recitals for her students. She studied with Louise Pratt, Julie Keyes, and Carrol McLaughlin and has a Master of Music degree in harp performance. She has been teaching since 2006.

"Witnessing the progress of my aspiring students is such a joy! Come learn with me!"

Saylee 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. Saylee teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical, pop, and Celtic music. She also teaches arranging, improvisation, and music theory, and offers recitals for her students. Saylee is currently earning a Bachelor of Music degree in harp performance, and has been teaching since 2014.

"I've been playing harp for over 12 years. I have experience performing solos, with symphonies, harp ensemble, chamber music, pit orchestras etc. I've taken harp pedagogy to better my teaching skills and I adore teaching students of all ages and backgrounds. My students 18 and under have the opportunity to perform at the annual Utah Harp Festival."

Julie teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio, a church, and a college, as well as through Skype. No previous musical training is required. Julie teaches all musical styles, and offers recitals and harp ensembles for her students. She has Bachelor's of Music in harp performance and pedagogy. She has studied with Sarah Bullen, Susann McDonald, and Carrol McLaughlin, and has been teaching since 1984.

Emily teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio. No previous musical training is required. Emily teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical and pop music. She also teaches music theory, and offers recitals for her students. Emily studied with Tamara Oswald (Orchestra at Temple Square); ShruDeLi Owneby (BYU); Janet Peterson (Ballet West); masterclasses with JoAnn Turovsky (USC); Isabelle Perrin (international soloist); and Julie Gaisford Keyes (Orchestra at Temple Square). She has been teaching since 2000, and has 25 years of harp performance experience.

Alicia 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. Alicia teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical music. She also teaches music theory, and offers recitals and harp ensembles for her students. Alicia has a Bachelor's degree in Music in Harp, and has been teaching since 2011.

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.

Nicole teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio. No previous musical training is required. Nicole teaches classical, modern, Celtic and folk music, and offers recitals for her students. She minored in Music Theory and Performance, and has been teaching since 2008.

"Nicole Kirkham Music specializes in harp training. I want my students to be the best they can. Every lesson new skills are developed. I love teaching; and watching students grow a love for music."

Bridget teaches private and group lessons for children and adults at her studio, as well as through Skype. No previous musical training is required. Bridget teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical and modern music. She also teaches composition and music theory, and offers recitals and harp ensembles for her students. Bridget has a Bachelors Degree in Harp Performance, and has been teaching since 2012.

"In my teaching I emphasize musicality, achieved by proper technique, and keeping the body relaxed and in line with the instrument to prevent tension. Along with learning pieces, students will become well-rounded musicians by also working on music theory, scales and arpeggios, technical exercises, orchestral excerpts, music history relevant to their current pieces, and confidence with performing."

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."

Barbara teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio as well as through Skype. She specializes in teaching teens and adults. No previous musical training is required. She has lever harps for rent to her students. Barbara teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical and Celtic music. She offers recitals for her students. She has certifications from Suzuki Every Child Can, Harp Book 1, and Harp Book 2 Teacher Training. She has studied with Janet Peterson and Rachel Mills. She has been teaching since 2010.

"I love to compose and arrange music for my students. I am a founding member of Intermountain Harp Education Association: bringing outside artists for workshops, lessons, and concerts to Utah."

Charisse Kartchner teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio. She also teaches through Facetime, Messenger Video, Zoom, and Skype. No previous musical training is required. Charisse teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical and pop music. She also teaches arranging and music theory and offers recitals for her students. Charisse studied with Gail Barber. She has a Bachelor in Harp Performance degree, a Music Education Teaching Certification K-12 and a Masters Degree in Curriculum and Instruction. She has been teaching since 2001.

"I love teaching others to find joy in learning, no matter what it is. Harp is no exception! I have a student-centered, goal-oriented, and open-minded teaching style. We'll have tons of fun!"

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."

Artamisha teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio. No previous musical training is required. Artamisha teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical music. She offers recitals and harp ensembles for her students. She is Suzuki Method Certified, and has been teaching since 2010.

"I love to teach and play the harp! I am currently accepting and teaching new students into my harp studio. My teaching philosophy is largely influenced by the Suzuki Method."

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.

Katie teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio. No previous musical training is required. Katie teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical music. She also teaches composition, arranging, improvisation, and music theory, and offers recitals for her students. Katie studied with Nicole Brady, Julie Keyes, and Yan Ni, and has a BFA in Harp Performance from BYU. She has also taken Suzuki teacher training. She has been teaching since 2008, and teaches in Spanish, as well as English. She has been teaching since 2008.

Chelsey teaches private 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. She has lever harps for rent to her students. Chelsey teaches all musical styles, as well as composition, arranging, improvisation, and music theory. She offers recitals, harp ensembles, and harp circles for her students. She studied with Chilali Hugo, Cathy Clayton, Matthew Tutsky, and Stephanie Leavell, and has a BA in Music. Chelsey has been teaching since 2020.

"I WOULD LOVE TO TEACH YOU! I have had an amazing career playing the harp and I want to share that talent with you! My goal as a teacher is to help my students become well-rounded musicians through incorporating music theory, technique, note-reading, and aural skills."

Alyssa teaches private and group lessons for children and adults at her studio, as well as through Skype, FaceTime, and Zoom. She will also travel to the homes of local students. No previous musical training is required. Alyssa teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical, orchestral, and religious music. She also teaches composition, arranging, improvisation, and music theory, and offers recitals for her students. Alyssa has studied with Janet Peterson, Julie Staples, and Cathryn Clayton, and is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Music in Harp Performance degree. She teaches in Tagalog as well as English, and has been teaching since 2017.

"I want my students to LOVE and UNDERSTAND the music they are learning and playing. I just want to help them reach whatever goals they have with music and with the harp!"

Bryn teaches private lessons for children and adults at her studio, as well at the homes of local students. No previous musical training is required. She also teaches music theory. Bryn has a BS in Music in Harp Performance, and has been teaching since 2002.

Mikela 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. Mikela teaches all musical styles, specializing in classical and jazz music. She also teaches music theory. She studied with Karen Linquist and Anamae Anderson.