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Practicing Harp Happiness

Anne Sulllivan
Harp Mastery
Harp
Harp Playing
Music Education
Harp Technique
Practice Techniques
Harp Music
Harp Techniques
Harp Happiness
Rhythm
Musicianship
Music Practice
Practice Strategies
Relaxation Techniques
Musical Expression
Live Learning
My Harp Mastery
Holiday Music
Performance Anxiety
Arpeggios

Is playing the harp harder than you thought it would be? Ever wish you knew the secrets to learning music that only the experts and the eight year old YouTube stars seem to know? Want to finally finish the pieces you start and play them with ease, confidence and joy? Harp Mastery founder and Harp Happiness expert Anne Sullivan believes every harp player can learn to play the music they want the wa... more

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Let me start by saying that technique was a struggle for me. You may have heard me talk before about how my double-jointed fingers wouldn't do what my teacher wanted, let alone what I wanted. I had been playing the harp for nearly ten years before I ... more

Here are some numbers to give you a little perspective before I introduce my guest today. The average length of a marriage in the United States is 20 years. Business partnerships don't do nearly so well, with nearly 70% failing within the first five ... more

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There are plenty of things that make me feel old, for instance, when I remember that I used to have to go to the library to do research or that I didn't know who was calling me before I answered the phone. Here's another one that makes me feel positi... more

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When I was a young harpist, there was no internet. I know that would shock a young harpist today who has grown up with the wealth of resources that are available with a single click. I was curious about when exactly the first internet-savvy generatio... more

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Joan Marsh
Flutist, musical partner of Anne Sullivan
Musical duo Sparx
Episode: Secrets to a Long-Lasting Musical Partnership with Joan Marsh - PHH 264
Kristina Finch
Harp Mastery coach; owner of Harp Centers in Atlanta, Virginia, and New Jersey
Harp Centers
Episode: Creating Your Harp Life with Dr. Kristina Finch - PHH 251
Dr. Christina Finch
Co-owner of the Atlanta Harp Center, Virginia Harp Center, and the Harp Center.
Harp Mastery
Episode: Masterclass: Making an Etude Out Of Your Piece - PHH 250
Leah Kim
Violinist, Fine Arts Department Chair and Director of Music at Villa Maria Academy High School, founder and director of Music Angels
Music Angels
Episode: Music Angels: Leah Kim and the Transformative Power of Music - PHH 237
Dr. Lucy Smith
Expert working with athletes and musicians
Episode: Looking Beyond: Choose Your Focus - PHH 206
Candace Lark
Professional harpist, certified coach, creator of The Happy Musician Coaching
The Happy Musician Coaching
Episode: 3 Mistakes Harpists Make With Gigs with Candace Lark - PHH 162

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Anne Sullivan
Host of Practicing Harp Happiness and Harp Mastery founder; frequent facilitator of technique, practice systems, and coaching conversations.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 27 ratings
  • What a gift!

    I teach and perform on the harp regularly and am so happy to have found this wonderful resource! Ms. Sullivan’s experience and insight help me improve my own playing and better teach it to others. I had been looking for a worthwhile, harp pedagogy-related podcast and am so glad someone mentioned Harp Happiness. The info presented is deliberate and focused and thoroughly tested. Thank you thank you!

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    Jojo Bean 123
    United States3 years ago
  • Thank you!

    I’m fairly new to the harp and as an adult learner I find your podcast helpful and uplifting. I especially enjoyed the episodes on confidence and on the benefits of being an adult music learner. Thank you!

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Listeners praise the show for practical, focused harp pedagogy and actionable tips for improving technique.
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Talking Points

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Secrets to a Long-Lasting Musical Partnership with Joan Marsh - PHH 264
Q: What is the Chrysalis Music Workshop and why is it important?
It is a weekend workshop designed to bring flutists, harpists, and composers together in a safe space to explore collaboration, repertoire, and real-time interplay, with the goal of expanding opportunities to play as a duo and form new musical partnerships.
Secrets to a Long-Lasting Musical Partnership with Joan Marsh - PHH 264
Q: How did commissioning new music influence your partnership and approach to performance?
Commissioning gave a framework for collaboration with composers, facilitated deeper instrument-specific discussions, and produced repertoire that reflects the pair's sensibilities, ultimately enriching their public presence and artistry.
Secrets to a Long-Lasting Musical Partnership with Joan Marsh - PHH 264
Q: What would you say is the secret to longevity in a musical partnership?
Trust across multiple levels, shared musical values, and a commitment to communicating openly to navigate both the artistic and logistical challenges of long-term collaboration.
Creating Your Harp Life with Dr. Kristina Finch - PHH 251
Q: What does a typical week look like now with multiple stores and ongoing performances?
Her weeks are dynamic and travel-heavy, balancing orchestral contracts with storefront duties, while gradually relocating toward Atlanta. She emphasizes having capable managers, planning around tours, and maintaining a strong commitment to community events and customer education.
Creating Your Harp Life with Dr. Kristina Finch - PHH 251
Q: How did Kristina's move into ownership of the Harp Centers come about, and what has that changé the way she works?
Kristina describes a strategic shift after a long freelance career, recognizing the value of steady structures and community through the Harp Centers. With MJ and David D'Arville's support, and a likely bank-approved transition, she and her husband embraced shared leadership, built teams across three stores, and began prioritizing time management, staff empowerment, and meaningful customer engagement.

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A practical, technique-forward program for harpists that blends hands-on playing advice with mindset and practice strategies. Listeners can expect episodes on mastering fingering, developing reliable technique, tuning by ear, and building sustainable practice systems, often framed around structured routines, performance prep, and avoiding common pitfalls. A standout quality is the founder's emphasis on community, coaching, and actionable plans—frequent invitations to deeper training and retreats suggest a path from learning basics to scalable growth for serious hobbyists and professionals alike.

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