Lesson Times
Lessons are generally 1/2 hour in length, weekly. Some intermediate students are taking 45 minute lessons as they are working on more repertoire which requires extra time to cover all the music. I teach in Lawrence at a music store on Monday, at my home in Lenexa Monday evening and all day Tuesday.

Lesson Material
I tailor lesson material to the individual student, starting with basic harp technique, music theory, and beginning repertoire. After that is learned, I have two approaches, one for children, one for adults. For adults,I can take you in whatever direction you want to go whether it be Celtic music, wedding/church preparation, classical repertoire, and/or developing your own arrangements. For children, I continue to introduce them to all types of harp music, with an emphasis on technique building, repertoire and an understanding of all types of music. I teach beginning, intermediate and advanced lever harp.

Student Readiness
Children who have taken a year of piano or who can read music will have an advantage in starting the harp, but it isn’t necessary to know how to read music to begin harp lessons. I have taught many students both young and old, to read music. Age is also not a factor. I have students ranging in age from 7 to 60. No matter your age, if you want to learn, I can teach you.

Lesson Enhancement
I also have a harp ensemble class that meets once a month. This group performed several concerts this past year. The group is composed of students who are advanced beginners up to advanced players. Participating in this group is optional.

Rent a Harp to Start Lessons
I have several harps available to rent for beginning students. The harps are 30 string floor harps and rent for $50 per month with rental agreement for six months. This can be extended another three months. There is a $100 security deposit which is returned to you upon termination of the rental if the harp is in good condition. I strongly suggest renting a harp in the beginning until you are certain the instrument is for you. But, I do believe that in or within six months you will know if it is and then you can consider purchasing a harp of your own.