Learn harp online with our online harp teachers

Online harp lessons are happening more than ever due to COVID. But the great secret is not so much that people are using this technology at an increasing rate to learn harp online. The secret is that this format has a lot of benefits for teaching music lessons. Beethoven at home has hundreds of professionals waiting to help you whether you need beginner lessons, advanced harp lessons or you just want to learn to play your favorite popular songs or video game music. We offer nearly every instrument lessons including piano, voice, violin, wind instruments and percussion. Live online lessons are up to 5 times more productive than merely watching videos and attempting to learn independently. If you can already play by ear a little bit then working with a trained teacher will bring that talent into better focus for you.

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BAH Teacher #1719

"Michelle, a dedicated music teacher with Beethoven at Home, offers online and in-studio lessons in Langley for harp and piano to students from age 6 to adults. With over 25 years of teaching experience, she integrates ABRSM Grade 8 (RCM Grade 10 equivalency) standards into her lessons and is currently pursuing her diploma with Trinity College, London. Michelle's teaching philosophy emphasizes the joy of music, using innovative techniques to make lessons fun and engaging. She encourages creativity, expression, and a comprehensive understanding of music, aiming to develop versatile musicians who love and understand music deeply. Her services are available online and in her studio, providing a flexible and convenient learning environment."

BAH Teacher #1883

"Matt is a dedicated harp teacher with a rich educational background, offering online and in-home lessons to students of all ages. His teaching philosophy centers on patience, joy, and comprehension, aiming to build confidence in young musicians. Matt's approach is tailored to each student's interests, helping them to discover and pursue their musical passions. He is a bilingual teacher, conducting lessons in both English and French, which makes him versatile and accessible to a wider range of students. With qualifications from prestigious institutions, including a Diplôme d'Études Professionelles Approfondies from Université de Montréal and a Master of Music from the University of British Columbia, Matt brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his teaching."

BAH Teacher #2745

"Gustavo is a versatile harp teacher offering lessons in English, Portuguese, and Spanish. With Bachelor's degrees in both Harp and Music Education, and currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Music Education at Western University, Gustavo's educational background is robust. He teaches students from the age of 5 to adults and provides lessons online. His teaching philosophy emphasizes student-led learning, allowing students to explore their musical interests while guiding them towards their goals. Whether it's preparing for an RCM exam or exploring harp improvisation, Gustavo tailors his approach to meet individual needs. Book a session with Gustavo for a personalized learning experience."

BAH Teacher #2913

"Maricela is an accomplished harpist with a passion for teaching students of all ages, from children aged 6 to adults. She provides lessons both online and in her Mississauga studio. Maricela holds a Master's degree in Harp and has been recognized with awards, including the 1st Prize of the Young Soloists Competition of the Venezuelan Symphony Orchestra. She is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, enhancing her ability to connect with a diverse range of students. Whether you're interested in harp lessons, music appreciation, or music history, Maricela's expertise and enthusiasm for music make her an excellent choice."

BAH Teacher #4012

"Chih-Lin offers harp and piano lessons, including RCM curriculum, blending her expertise in music therapy and performance. With a BFA and MA in music therapy, fluent in English, Mandarin, and Taiwanese, Chih-Lin fosters a culturally inclusive environment. She welcomes students to her studio or provides online instruction via Zoom, ensuring flexibility and accessibility. Book an interview with Chih-Lin for a transformative musical journey."

BAH Teacher #2944

"Le offers piano and harp lessons with joy and passion. With two bachelor's degrees in Computer Science and Music Performance and a master's degree in Music Performance, fluent in English, German, and Mandarin, he caters to diverse learners. Le's teaching philosophy emphasizes fostering curiosity and guiding students to explore the art of music. With experience in orchestral performance and teaching diverse age groups, Le creates a supportive learning environment. Whether in-home, in-studio, or online, Le provides personalized instruction to inspire musical growth. Book an interview now."

What benefits do online harp lessons offer?

Choice of teacher: Online harp lessons offer more flexibility in choice of teacher. Where before we would be limited by what teachers where in our neighbourhood or city, we can now explore music teachers from all over the country and the world.

There are also certain cognitive benefits to music learning online. The format forces a sort of concentration and listening that is hard to beat. Actually students and parents roften report increased attention span and retention of what has been learned.

You might have had a negative experience with online learning in groups. This is understandable. Online sessions with 30 some odd learners are less than ideal. However in the case of individual instruction the negatives are minimal and the positives are measurable.

What is the best method or software for online lessons?

Online harp lessons, often referred to as zoom harp lessons, are best managed on the Zoom conferencing service. Zoom is a software you download to your computer that uses your internet browser to hold a video call. There is no free trial it is simply free. There are paid plans but they are not needed for teacher or student unless you want to have group sessions longer than 40 minutes.

There are other platforms available like skype or facetime but they do not have the correct audio fidelity to do a good job of a music lesson. They may in fact work just fine for certain instruments but the reality is that the echo-cancellation of the software can turn a trumpet for example into an electric guitar. The advanced settings of the audio menu in Zoom will show you the best way to set up a zoom call for a music lesson.

It's very important to make sure you have a good trial run from the outset. Your goal is to learn to play in your lessons not to be learning how to set up the machine. Here's an easy tutorial. (zoom music lesson set up presentation)

Music teachers will appreciate the waiting room like functionality of the Zoom application. Students arrive and are put in a virtual waiting room just like in a real office. As a teacher you can even pop in to your virtual waiting room and send a message to a waiting student that you'll be another five minutes.

A special note about beginner lessons for children. If your child is younger your participation will be more important than ever. This is not new, young children with parents that are involved in their learning to play are more successful always. This experience can be very enriching to a parent child relationship and sometimes the parent winds up becoming a student and a teacher all at once.

What kind of equipment do I need?

The majority of students will be fine with a laptop or a tablet and a nice pair of headphones to start their online learning. Smartphones are a possibility but the small size of screen is less than ideal. Phones can be useful as a second camera to show certain different angles of for example harp fingering or hand position.

Music teachers can invest in better and/or additional cameras or microphones but there's no reason we can't start with the basics.

If you really want the very best rig possible here are my recommendations. Again this is not at all necessary and perhaps a good investment for the busy online teacher or the student that just loves gear:

  • You want perhaps a better camera or a second camera and a stereo mic. Here is a link to a 4k camera with a built in stereo mic that will give you very professional result in your video lessons. The manufacturer is also called Zoom but there is no connection between the 2 companies.
  • You also might want a workable tablet and writing surface. I recommend an iPad pro or the regular version with an Apple pencil stylus and the app goodnotes. This is helpful for drawing and writing on staff paper or sheet music while teaching music theory or marking up a score. The ability to read music and draw is a great advantage to be able to have.
  • You will need a great set of headphones to use the best features in the Zoom software. They should be slim enough to allow you to play or sing without distraction.

Simply select a teacher from Beethoven at Home and Book an interview. Your teacher will contact you shortly to begin your lessons.

HOW TO START ONLINE HARP LESSONS

A simple explanation of our process

HOW TO START ONLINE HARP LESSONS

A simple explanation of our process