Spring is Good for Strings!

As harpists, we all have a build-up of practices and performances around the holidays. Then, there is often a lull. Since 2020 there have been more lulls than any harpists would like. I am excited to tell you that our Chattanooga Harp Ensemble, CHE, is meeting again on the second Sunday of each month and we plan to perform in local hospitals in December for those passing by, rather than the more formal concerts we have given in the past. Just being in the room with other harps and harpists is so soothing to the soul. If you are near Chattanooga, please join us. We are also looking for a harp teacher to lead us. This is a paid position. Let us know if you know someone who might be interested.

The hope of Spring, even when it snows, is good for our strings. We come out of our cocoons and begin to practice again. I have learned to play for connection to my instrument, rather than to play for perfection. It not only makes it more fun and relaxing, the feelings come through the strings. Re-learn the beauty of a single note and play around with a melody that you make up and play with your right hand. This can be a great warm-up and an introduction to springing forward to new harp creativity.

Happy harping,

Beverly