Learn to Play the Harp—Take Celtic Harp Lessons from Anne Roos

Meet with Anne in person for one-to-one lessons, or take online harp lessons from Anne no matter where you live in the world! With a webcam and an Internet connection, you can learn to play the harp via Zoom, Skype, FaceTime, or other Internet conferencing software. She’ll figure out the time zone differences and make your lessons happen. Half hour or full hour lessons—You choose! If you're wondering, "Where can I take harp lessons near me?", Anne brings harp lessons to you anywhere.

Anne makes learning to play the harp fun and interesting! With over 30 years of teaching experience, harpist Anne Roos makes it easy to learn to play the harp, even if you have never taken up an instrument before or you don’t know how to read music notation. Anne loves to teach!

If you aren’t a harp newbie—you’ve had some previous lessons and experience—Anne is happy to help you continue on your harp adventures. She actively listens to your specific learning goals, and then she custom-designs your private lessons to help you see results. Whether you need a brush-up on technique, need help preparing for performances and recordings, or need some new direction because you feel stuck, Anne is here to help.

Call Anne at her office at 530-541-2575 (U.S. Pacific Time Zone), chat with her on her cell at 530-416-1323. Feel free to also message her or send an email for lesson rates, harp rental info, and to schedule your first lesson with Anne. For some quick answers to your most Frequently Asked Questions about taking Celtic harp lessons with Anne, check out the FAQs below.

Harp Lesson FAQs--Answers to Frequently Asked Questions:

Q. Do I need to have any musical experience to take lessons with Anne Roos?
A. It’s not necessary to have prior music background before embarking on your harp lessons. If you have never taken up an instrument before, Anne will teach you harp technique and how to read music, too. It’s a plus if you have some past musical experience, because you’ll already know the rudiments of reading music.

Q. Is the harp difficult to learn?
A. The harp is no harder to learn than any other instrument. If you really want to learn and you put time into practice, you’ll be amazed at how quickly you’ll advance. It’s all about motivation.

Q. Do I need to own a harp to learn to play?
A. You don’t need to buy a harp before you have your first lesson with Anne—She can rent a harp to you if you do not have your own. You can also buy a harp from Anne. She is an authorized dealer of Triplett Harps and is happy to guide you to making the right purchase for your ergonomic comfort, music goals, performance needs, and budget.

Note: Anne only rents harps to students who are taking lessons from her in person. If you are taking online lessons from Anne, you’ll need to have your own harp. Tell Anne where you live, and she’ll help you find available harp rentals in your area.

Q. Does Anne teach children as well as adults?
A. Anne teaches from ages 7 and up. If your child is younger than 7 and can’t wait to play the harp, Anne recommends that your child begin with piano lessons first. This way, your child will know the rudiments of reading sheet music when he or she comes to Anne at an older age. Regardless of age, Anne tailors the lessons to make them fun.

Q. What does Anne teach?
A. Anne takes your goals and musical experience into consideration before designing your learning path. Her lessons are always one-on-one and are not taught in a group fashion so that you can learn at your own pace. In this way, Anne protects you from getting discouraged by comparing your progress with others. Of course, parents are always welcome to sit on in their child’s lesson.

Here is what Anne can help you learn:

• Proper hand technique

• Sight reading skills

• Improvisation skills

• Music theory

• Repertoire building-Learning Celtic, Classical, Renaissance, Folk, and all kinds of tunes

• Arranging music for the harp

• Accompaniment skills

• Performance skills

And much more!

Anne studied under Sylvia Woods and teaches her method for learning to play the Celtic harp. If you are serious about playing the concert harp instead, in an orchestra for instance, Anne can recommend other teachers who can school you in classical harp method. If you're not sure what your goals are, the Sylvia Woods method will help prepare you for the concert harp if you wish to take it up in the future.

Q. What is Anne’s musical training and experience?
A. Anne received her formal music education of music theory at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). She studied harp techniques from world-renowned harpist Sylvia Woods and later contributed to Sylvia’s book Music Theory & Arranging Techniques for Folk Harps. Anne also studied professional stage performance with Ed Hooks.

Anne Roos applied her formal training for teaching music for the Los Angeles Unified School District. She continues to work with students, presenting concerts and demonstrations for school assemblies. She has taught harp since 1987, offering seminars, focused workshops, and private lessons. She is an active member of the American String Teacher's Association.

Anne Roos played harp on the 2015 GRAMMY® Award Winning New Age Album, “Winds of Samsara” and works with advanced harpists on composition, dynamics, recording studio preparation, and stage performance preparation. Many experienced harpists know Anne as the author the popular regular column “The Harper in Business” in the Folk Harp Journal. Learn more by visiting the About Anne Page on this website.

Q. Where do I go for lessons?
A. Anne primarily teaches online harp lessons. When teaching in-person, Anne follows all current regional health guidelines.

Take your harp lessons online! Using your webcam and a secure connection, meet with Anne for harp lessons on Zoom, Skype, FaceTime, and other Internet video chatting software.

Take lessons with Anne in person! Anne teaches at Bliss Experiences Retreat Center at beautiful Lake Tahoe!

Q. How much does Anne charge for lessons?
A. Rates vary, depending upon several factors, including whether you are interested in half hour or full hour lessons and whether you will be taking lessons online or in person.

Ready to schedule your first lesson with Anne Roos? Phone 530-541-2575 (office number) or 530-416-1323 (mobile number) for more information, including lesson and harp rental rates.

Give the gift of harp lessons or give the gift of a harp for that special someone who has always dreamed of learning to play. Give them a harp music gift card!

"The best harp teacher we've had! Very knowledgeable and patient with my daughter! Music theory plus instruction, and the best part is we can do it online! I'd highly recommend Anne. My daughter loves her, too!"--Jenny H., Fort Collins, Colorado

"I had no prior music knowledge before starting harp lessons. I am now able to read music and follow time signatures. Anne's patience and positive attitude guided me into a wonderful joy of a lifetime dream to play music. She truly loves what she does and enjoys teaching others."--Donna S., El Dorado Hills, California

"Anne is patient and insanely talented. She translates her skills into understandable, bite sized chunks for her students. She's great fun to work with and inspires me to be better."--Christin M., Austin, Texas

"Thank you for teaching me how to play beautiful music on such an amazing instrument! I wanted to learn to play the harp my entire life. It's like a dream come true! And you are a huge part of it."--Kathryn H., Eaton Rapids, Michigan

"Anne has been teaching my daughter for almost 4 years and it has been a great experience. Anne is not only a great teacher technically, she seeks to understand her students and finds music that excites them, encourages them to stretch, and coaches on performance. We could not be more pleased with Anne."--Anne Marie L., Hartsville, South Carolina

"Anne is a fantastic teacher who brings so much warmth, patience, and skill to each lesson! She took me from a complete novice who didn't even know how to properly pluck a string to being able to impress family and friends with familiar songs. Highly recommend taking lessons from one of the best!"--Ally M., Los Angeles, California

“Anne brings a vibrancy to her lessons that makes it fun, and she has the patience of a saint. I enjoy the harp lessons immensely. I am 64 years old, and Anne is a great fit for me.”—Barb M., British Columbia, Canada

"Anne is a marvelous teacher! She is wonderful and prompt in her communication, follow-up, and lesson sessions. She genuinely exudes joy in her teaching methods, is clear in her instruction, and seems to honestly love my kids."--Anji, Montrose, Minnesota

"Great online lessons. When I finally admitted that I needed a teacher in trying to learn the harp, I am so glad I found Anne."--Ryan M., Sitka, Alaska

"Anne is a wonderful harp teacher! She's funny, nice, and makes you feel at ease when taking lessons. I would recommend her without hesitation!"--Melissa C., Placerville, California

“Thank you for giving my daughter great tips for practicing—She never got those from her previous instructor.”—Evelina P., Lancaster, California

"What an amazing experience. Anne is so incredibly approachable....As an adult learner, I truly felt like I was getting lessons from an old friend. Anne's attention to detail is amazing, even over an online lesson. Had an absolute blast and will be taking more lessons!"--Lisa Marie H., Burke, Virginia

“I am a composer and have been consulting with Anne about adding a harp part to my composition. She is an excellent teacher. Thanks to Anne’s coaching, I know my piece is playable and musically effective.”—Wendy S., Davis, California

“I just started taking lessons from you, and I can already tell you are a great teacher. I can’t wait to go practice!”—Lisa D., Knoxville, Tennessee

"Anne is a great harp teacher! She is patient and methodical and before long, you'll be playing recognizable songs! Anne encourages you to reach for your goals."--Wanda P., South Lake Tahoe, California

“Thank you for bringing the joy of music back into my life.”—Fred S., Gardnerville, Nevada

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