CLASSES OFFERED BY THE HARP FOUNDATION:

Instruction in therapeutic harp is offered by The Harp Foundation. Coursework includes technique and theory, improvisation, developing a therapeutic repertoire, approach and ethics, as well as pre and post-session documentation.  There are five classes offered in Phoenix that will prepare you for Therapeutic Harp Training.

YOU WILL LEARN:

• All about healing music
• How to turn your repertoire into healing music?
• Therapeutic music for healthcare settings
• Etiquette and protocol for playing harps in healthcare facilities
• How to play by ear
• Techniques for memorizing music
• How to play from a lead sheet
• How to add variations and other improvisation tricks
• Technique and good tone production suitable for bedside playing
• How playing harp at the bedside is different from performing
• About certification programs for bedside musicians

Much, much more!

BRING YOUR OWN HARP!

DEVELOPING A MODEL FOR INTEGRATED THERAPIES: The Foundation wishes to create a training program for harpists that would be tied to an accredited college/university program. The training program will serve as a model for integrated therapies, resulting in a level of expertise and commitment that will make a difference in the quality of service provided to citizens of Maricopa County . The model will most importantly develop and sustain community partnerships to move forward in the area providing quality health care alternatives to our diverse population here in Arizona.