Introducing…
Reading Music for Harp
The first practical program of its kind for harpists who want to read music with confidence!
This course not only shows you how different aspects of music theory come together but also guides you step by step through the practicalities of transforming the notes on the page into sound.
As you feel and develop the connection between your fingers, strings and the notes, you go from feeling unsure about learning new pieces to feeling confident in your ability to read music and play the harp at the same time!
Before I tell you all about this unique program, let’s talk about who is this really for…
You love harp and are inspired and motivated to get better at playing. You’re tired of feeling that music notation is a barrier between you and the music, and you are ready to change this!
Whether you are…
• A harp player who’s been learning new pieces by ear or with video tutorials, and now you've come to the point where you want to add reading music to your toolbox so you can have more freedom in your choices.
• A beginner with no previous musical experience, you’re right at the start of your journey with the harp want to know how to avoid falling into the most common traps so that you can learn to play faster!
• A harp learner who’s been practising reading music and playing for a while now, but it seems that after initial progress you lost your momentum… and you want to put things back in motion!
You’re in the right place!
... and I’m going to tell you exactly how this Course will give you the practical tools and unparalleled support on your journey to reading music and playing the harp with confidence and freedom!
By the end of this program you will…
• Read music in both treble and bass clef at the same time
• Know the notes and relate them to the actual string
• Be familiar with the geography of your harp and where each octave is in relation to the notes
• See how different bits of music theory come together on the harp
• Feel what it’s like to look ahead and prepare early so you can play fluently
• Play in time and be able to work out even complex rhythms on your own
• Have a strategy for learning new pieces
Loving every minute!
Gotta say, I do so love the tone Zuzanna takes in talking us through all of this. Her wonderful smile and comfort in teaching us comes through beautifully, and convey so much strength and support.
It feels terrific to get to work with every bit she conveys in these videos (seriously!) The pace of moving through things also feels very very good (challenging, but still good!) Very anxious to get my harp going again and me too. Thanks so much!
Jan P (US)
Enroll in Reading Music for Harp today!
A few words from my amazing students…
I was hoping to get comfortable with reading sheet music in this course, and to have a motivational tool to help me in the process: it was a success for both! After the second week I could name the notes we had worked on with little hesitation.
I felt connected and motivated, I could do the exercises in my spare time without feeling alone (as we were all progressing together and could ask questions); the small, frequent videos with exercises worked extremely well for concept assimilation for me.
Charlotte S (France/Italy)
I wanted to understand how to read music and play at the same time. The way it was presented really helped to connect the page to the strings for me. The exercises were very helpful in working with two hands together, and the moving music got me familiar with looking ahead to see what is coming. The speed of the movement allowed me to still think, yet work to improve my recognition speed by doing this. I feel more comfortable now using two hands as soon as possible.
I have made it a point to look for patterns in my songs before putting fingers to harp at the beginning of my practices, and I feel I am progressing faster than I have before. This last module was by far my most favorite. I am really looking forward to the next few months of my practice with having more confidence in my ability to learn and grow musically by using the skills taught here.
Thank you for the opportunity to take part in this wonderful learning experience!
Maris W (US)
I knew that there were different skills that I needed to learn: knowing the notes, relating them to the strings, playing early, counting the rhythm. I hoped that I would get some of or all under my belt, and be able to use them individually - and maybe (just maybe!) be able to combine some of them at the same time.
And I have been able to do this, a lot more often that I could before! In addition I particularly like how I now have a tool box for working out the notes, and I am so grateful for that.
Very, very happy!
Denise V (UK)
What’s inside…
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Introduction Module |
- information on tuning and setting up your harp - basic harp playing technique |
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Module 1 - The connections |
- time signatures - time values - patterns: repetitions, steps and skips - strategies for rhythm practice - strategies for reading notes practice - playing and reading hands together! - printable cheat sheets and work sheets |
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Module 2 - Patterns in practice |
- analysing the patterns - reading patterns - “tracing” method - managing jumps - printable cheat sheets and work sheets |
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Module 3 - Managing tricky places and looking ahead |
- similarities and differences - recognising multiple skips - managing the bar lines and seeing the connections - looking ahead - spotting tricky places - recognising what’s easy - managing hands moving together - printable cheat sheets and work sheets |
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Module 4 - Practice strategies |
- tied notes - guidance for future practice - managing early placing for long notes - strategies for learning a new piece - “small” and “big” patterns - learning a piece together - printable cheat sheets and work sheets |
Total value of the core course modules: £597
When you enroll during this special, limited time period, you will get:
- The 4 modules, as described above...
Plus these bonuses to help you keep going all the way through the course!
- Bonus 01 - Office Hours with Zuzanna [£249 value]
Every week I will be available on Zoom for 2 hours to answer students' questions, meaning a total 8 hours of Q&A time!
- Bonus 02 - 4 weeks access to members-only Facebook group [£97 value]
Get support, motivation and encouragement from Zuzanna and your fellow students!
PLUS - you’ll be backed by a risk-free 7-day guarantee:
By the end of these 7 days you will have received access to the Module no 1 as well as the Introduction Module. Meaning, you’ll have had the opportunity to experience over a quarter of the course content before making a final commitment.
If you don’t feel totally confident and motivated about the path you’re on, simply reach out to let us know and we’ll refund your investment.
You can get all the above for the exceptional price of
£97
FAQ’s your fellow students asked before getting the course
I'm already taking 1-1 lessons, do I need the course?
The course is designed to work both alongside any existing training that you're already taking and for self-taught harpists. The materials in Reading Music for Harp are unique to this course (you won't get them from your teacher!), but they help you practise universal skills that will serve you for lifetime of harp playing, and they will definitely help you progress more quickly and make the most of 1-1 lessons or any other training that you're working through at the moment.
How much time do I need?
The course consists of 4 modules taken over the course of 4 weeks (1 module per week) and each Module consists of 3-5 videos. You will need between 2-3 hours every week, and you will get best results if you set a side some time to practice every day (for example, 30 minutes), but you can make progress even with as little as 10 minutes a day. All the videos are downloadable so you get lifetime access, and you can learn and practise at the pace that suits you.
I've only got a small-size non-lever harp, will this work for everything I will need to play during the course?
You will need 7 strings below your middle C (reaching to low C) and 7 strings above (reaching to high C).
You will need to be able to play in the key of C major, so non-lever harp is fine as long as you're happy to tune it to the key of C major (and I will show you how to do this in the course!).
How is Reading Music different from other music theory resources?
Reading Music for Harp is not like any music theory books or websites you have come across... because it's all about putting things in PRACTICE.
Every week you will receive a set of carefully curated, practical exercises designed specifically for harp (no more confusing tips that are only relevant to other instruments!).
Learning and playing are very closely connected, and here you are guaranteed to learn exactly what you need to PLAY the harp (hands together from day 1)!
How do you support students as they work through the training?
For the 4-week duration of the live program, you can join Office Hours on Tuesdays and Fridays. Zuzanna will be available for a total of 2 hours every week to answer students' questions, meaning a total of 8 hours Q&A time!
You can also ask questions in the private student Facebook group which will be regularly checked on by Zuzanna, and where you also get support and encouragement from your fellow students.
Do you offer a guarantee?
Yes. The program is backed with a 100% risk-free guarantee. If by 12pm (noon) UK time on Sunday, March 7, 2021, you don’t feel that the course is right for you — you’ll get your money back. Please note that eligibility for a refund has a firm deadline of 12pm (noon) UK time on Sunday, March 7, 2021.
Please also note that if you purchase the course outside the UK, conversion rates between the cost of your purchase and receipt of your refund may vary.
Are you still thinking about it?
I personally cannot wait to guide you through the next 4 weeks.
Being able to read the music opens so many doors to play with more confidence and picking new pieces with real freedom.
Should you choose to accept my invitation, I promise that the next 4 weeks will truly transform your playing and give you the spark that you need to keep going on your journey with the harp.
I look forward to meeting you personally inside Reading Music for Harp.
Zuzanna
