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Chicago Professional Harpist & Teacher Directory

A list of current GCCAHS members who offer professional harp performance and instruction services. The chapter does not have set qualifications, guidelines, or assessment for inclusion on the directory.

Harpist	Performance	Teaching Philosophy	Student Type	Location	Contact
Allison Attar	Choir, Opera, Orchestra	“My mission as an educator is to provide a safe, consistent and structured learning environment where harp students can develop their full potential and discover their unique voice.”	Teachers Pedal & Lever Harp Teaches Beginners-Adults	Home Studio Grayslake, IL	alisonattar.com
LeAnne Bennion	Weddings, Funerals, Showers, Corporate, Private Events etc., Orchestra, Opera, Choir, Solo Recital	“Think of me as your harp music coach rather than a disciplinarian. If a student dreams of learning to play the harp, their success is in their hands. Only they can put in the time to practice. Only they can bring their passion for the music. As their teacher, I give them the tools they need to succeed and help them learn how to fly.”	Teachers Pedal & Lever Harp Teaches Beginners-Adults	Home Studio Lakeview Chicago, IL Chicago School of Music (multiple locations)	https://lbharp.com/
Annette Bjorling	Weddings, Funerals, Showers, Corporate, Private Events etc., Solo Recital	“Explore the joy of learning an instrument and experiencing music. And: one is never too old for beginning harp…”	Teaches Lever Harp Teaches Beginners-Adults	Home Studio in Evanston, IL Travels to students’ homes	https://muziker.org/harpist-annette-bjorling/
Jaina Carpenter	Weddings, Funerals, Showers, Corporate, Private Events etc., Orchestra, Opera, Choir, Solo Recital	“Build a solid foundation of musical understanding, develop technique, cultivate independent learning skills, and provide a fun and rewarding environment.”	Teaches Lever & Pedal Harp Teaches Beginners-Adults	Home Studio Darien, IL Travels to students’ homes	www.harpjai.com
Madeline Chen	Weddings, Funerals, Showers, Corporate, Private Events etc., Orchestra, Opera, Choir, Solo Recital	n/a	n/a	n/a	Madelinechen.com
Raquel Coleman	Weddings, Funerals, Showers, Corporate, Private Events etc., Orchestra, Opera, Choir, Solo Recital, Chamber Ensemble	“Harpists should be provided a clear curriculum for their instruction, with technical modifications tailored to their bodies and learning styles to avoid injuries. No teacher can promise an education without frustrations or insecurities, but I strive to provide my students with support and help them to develop a sense of curiosity towards being problem solvers.”	Teaches Lever & Pedal Harp Teaches Beginners-Adults	Home Studio in Evanston, IL Travels to students’ homes Stevenson High School in Lincolnshire, IL The Peoples’ Music School in Uptown, Chicago, IL	https://www.harpistraquel.com/
Erin Freund	Weddings, Funerals, Showers, Corporate, Private Events etc., Orchestra, Opera, Choir, Solo Recital	“A student-centered mixture of Salzedo method, Suzuki, and traditional methods to help students reach their goals”	Teachers Lever & Pedal Harp Teaches Beginners-Adults	Home Studio in Coralville, IA Augustana College in Rock Island, IL University of Iowa in Coralville, IA	www.erinfreund.com
Joy Yu Hoffman	Weddings, Funerals, Showers, Corporate, Private Events etc., Orchestra, Opera, Choir, Solo Recital, chamber music, Kong Hou–Chinese Double Strung Harp.	“Never too late to learn any new thing, to bring students’ potential of their own, to learn from my students.”	Teachers Lever & Pedal Harp Teaches Beginners-Adults	Home Studio in Morton Grove, IL	Joyuharp.com
Yoojin Jung	Weddings, Funerals, Showers, Corporate, Private Events etc., Orchestra, Opera, Choir, Solo Recital	“Music brings comfort, joy, and healing in life; my teaching philosophy is sharing this transformative power with every student.”	Teachers Lever & Pedal Harp Teaches Beginners-Adults	Naperville, IL Travels to students’ homes	Email: harphana@gmail.com
Kari Novilla	Weddings, Funerals, Showers, Corporate, Private Events etc., Orchestra, Opera, Choir, Solo Recital, Jazz clubs	I employ a holistic and inclusive teaching approach that fosters musical excellence, creativity, and confidence in artists, ensuring they possess a solid technical foundation, musical expression, improvisation skills, and a strong understanding of music theory.	Teachers Lever & Pedal Harp Teaches Beginners-Adults	Travels to students’ homes Home studio in Wicker Park, Chicago, IL Travels to Homewood, IL	https://www.karinovilla.com/
Emily Stone	Weddings, Funerals, Showers, Corporate, Private Events etc., Orchestra, Opera, Choir, Solo Recital, Musical Theater, Film and Studio Work	“As a music educator, Emily’s mission is to give students the opportunity to excel in their musical studies. Emily believes all students deserve the opportunity to create music which is rooted in her holistic approach to teaching harp. When working with students, Emily focuses on developing a secure foundation and understanding of the harp, cultivating strong listening skills, and fostering great musicianship.”	Teachers Lever & Pedal Harp Teaches Beginners-Adults	Virtual Lessons Home Studio in Cincinatti, OH	emilystoneharpist.com
Abigail Hughes Stoner	Weddings, Funerals, Showers, Corporate, Private Events etc., Orchestra, Opera, Choir, Solo Recital	“Private lessons focus on technique and musicality, while incorporating theory and historical significance of composers and repertoire.”	Teachers Lever & Pedal Harp Teaches Beginners-Adults	Travels to students’ homes Home Studio in Glen Ellyn, IL	abigailstoner.com
Ksenia Sushkevich	Weddings, Funerals, Showers, Corporate, Private Events etc., Orchestra, Opera, Choir, Solo Recital	“I hope that through music people can learn more about themselves, be more aware, understand and express their emotions. Music is one of the most important tools for to become mindful.”	Teachers Lever & Pedal Harp Teaches Beginners-Adults	Home Studio in Edgewater, Chicago, IL	Email: ksushkevich3@gmail.com
Marguerite Lynn Williams	Weddings, Funerals, Showers, Corporate, Private Events etc., Orchestra, Opera, Choir, Solo Recital, Chamber Ensemble	“I teach a strong foundation in technique, tone, rhythm and musicality to help create a long lasting love of studying the harp.”	Teachers Lever & Pedal Harp Teaches Beginners-Adults	Home Studio in Wicker Park, Chicago Northwestern University in Evanston, IL Roosevelt University in Chicago, IL	www.lynnharp.com
Renee Wilson	Weddings, Funerals, Showers, Corporate, Private Events etc., Orchestra, Opera, Choir	“I use the Suzuki materials, even for those who read music already, as it helps form a great hand position.”	Teachers Lever & Pedal Harp Teaches Beginners-Adults	Home Studio Morgan Park, Chicago, IL	www.Harp123.com
Nichole Young	Weddings, Funerals, Showers, Corporate, Private Events etc., Orchestra, Opera, Choir, Solo Recital, Chamber music	“I love working with each individual student to develop their strengths as a musician. I focus on technique and musicality for students of all ages and levels.”	Teachers Lever & Pedal Harp Teaches Beginners-Adults	Travels to students’ homes North Central College in Naperville, IL Fox River Academy in Oswego, IL Chicago Academy for the Arts in Chicago, IL Home Studio in Woodridge, IL	harpmelodies.com