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About Nadya & Ladyharp
I grew up in a home filled with music - an early memory is singing with my dad while
vacuuming! I was blessed to study piano with Marion Coe in Redmond, Oregon, & later Music
(Minor, with an Education Major) at Western Oregon University.
My father, A. Byrle King (1909-1992), brought joy to friends & the community with his sweet
Tenor voice. We often sang duets for Church or Grange, & I was the Grange pianist my last
two years of HS. Many evenings were spent singing & taking turns at the piano. My mom was
the story teller, & while 'not musical,' encouraged me to practice!
My musical journey eventually led to the harp, where I discovered the sounds I longed for;
sustained notes & lovely runs! I have a collection of hand drums, rattles, tuning forks, & a
Native American Flute.
I grew up in a home filled with music - an early memory is singing with my dad while
vacuuming! I was blessed to study piano with Marion Coe in Redmond, Oregon, & later Music
(Minor, with an Education Major) at Western Oregon University.
My father, A. Byrle King (1909-1992), brought joy to friends & the community with his sweet
Tenor voice. We often sang duets for Church or Grange, & I was the Grange pianist my last
two years of HS. Many evenings were spent singing & taking turns at the piano. My mom was
the story teller, & while 'not musical,' encouraged me to practice!
My musical journey eventually led to the harp, where I discovered the sounds I longed for;
sustained notes & lovely runs! I have a collection of hand drums, rattles, tuning forks, & a
Native American Flute.
A massage Therapist since 1983, I often use CDs with harp music as a background for
sessions. After meeting several harpists, I realized a childhood dream, & ordered 27 string,
Tuilleadh from Corvallis Oregon Luthier Dave Thormahlen, New Years day, 1993. Tuille arrived
on March 16, & was quickly popular with friends & at events. Her name is from the Gaelic: "to
give abundantly, in full measure." Her woods are Big leaf Maple, Black Walnut trim with a
Sitka Spruce soundboard. Dave's wife Sharon composes lovely harp tunes, perfect for
harpists at any level of proficiency, & co-facilitates a monthly harp circle in Corvallis, Or.
In January 2007, I wanted 'more bass notes,' & added a 34 string Sligo harp, Rowan Luchair,
crafted by Rick Kemper in Maryland to my 'harmony of harps.' Rowan is a round backed, Irish
inspired harp made of Koa; the soundboard is spruce & cedar, faced with cherry veneer, &
the strings fluorocarbon. Rick's name for this harp, 'Luchair,' is Gaelic for "Joy."
Koa, more familiar in ukuleles, is being praised by luthiers around the country as excellent for
harp construction. Everyone loves Rowan's rich bass; the lowhead style & modest weight
(17#) makes her very portable!
While my 3rd harp, Luna, has a range similar to Tuille's, she's smaller & more suited to
therapy sessions in the hospital, care center or home.
y harps are 'folk' harps, modeled on traditional instruments; not the larger 'concert' or
'Orchestral' harp. Tuille & Rowan are both fitted with levers, which allow me to change keys or
put in an occasional 'accidental,' Luna has no levers, so I need to re-tune for a different key.
So though I'm classically trained, & can read & write music, my harps aren't suited to playing
orchestral pieces.
I began using Reiki 'hands on' & distant healing in 1989, & naturally integrated Reiki into my
harp music. I went on to deepen in Song Medicine with Eric Vormans, & musicians Laurie Riley,
Ani Williams, & Tina Tourin. (See the Home Page for Song Medicine stories). With my
background in music, I find it natural to compose & write my own arrangements for the harp.
In the mid 90s I was the harpist in the Irish "Blarney Rose Band," which met at the pub in
Rose Lodge, on the Oregon coast. In McMinnville I have performed with Cellists Sherill &
Amelia Roberts, & with piper Rob Rife (on Penny whistle). I'm always open to meeting other
musicians, & enjoy the synergy of playing together.
Lessons:
I delight in making learning fun. If you've 'always wanted to play the harp,' now is the time to
pursue that dream! I work with both beginning & intermediate folk harp students. If you have
a harp & need a 'jump start' to begin playing again, call me for a consultation or 45 minute
'tune-up.' Design your own class with other students, and deepen your experience.
I focus on meeting your learning style & needs, & offer a complimentary 30 minute intro
lesson. Lessons are booked in series of 5, & may include harp rental. Sight reading, rhythm,
improvisation & ear training are included in instruction.
Classes in Reiki & Song Medicine, will enhance your ability to learn & add powerful tools for
healing. Drums, Native American Flute & Tuning forks are all tools I use personally, & am
happy to introduce you to.
Children & elders love the harp - this year my focus is on continuing to bring the joy of music
to many, going into schools & care facilities. I declared a Millennium Harper quest at the
beginning of 2007, which was complete by the end of the year! Details are on the Millennium
Quest page.
Check my blog for updates on upcoming harp events & new photos. See my listing: Magical
Folk Harp - lessons & bookings on Thumbtack for folk harp & music lessons. I'm excited to be part
of this resource for networking.
Invite us to add magic & joy to your celebration!
Blessings!
sessions. After meeting several harpists, I realized a childhood dream, & ordered 27 string,
Tuilleadh from Corvallis Oregon Luthier Dave Thormahlen, New Years day, 1993. Tuille arrived
on March 16, & was quickly popular with friends & at events. Her name is from the Gaelic: "to
give abundantly, in full measure." Her woods are Big leaf Maple, Black Walnut trim with a
Sitka Spruce soundboard. Dave's wife Sharon composes lovely harp tunes, perfect for
harpists at any level of proficiency, & co-facilitates a monthly harp circle in Corvallis, Or.
In January 2007, I wanted 'more bass notes,' & added a 34 string Sligo harp, Rowan Luchair,
crafted by Rick Kemper in Maryland to my 'harmony of harps.' Rowan is a round backed, Irish
inspired harp made of Koa; the soundboard is spruce & cedar, faced with cherry veneer, &
the strings fluorocarbon. Rick's name for this harp, 'Luchair,' is Gaelic for "Joy."
Koa, more familiar in ukuleles, is being praised by luthiers around the country as excellent for
harp construction. Everyone loves Rowan's rich bass; the lowhead style & modest weight
(17#) makes her very portable!
While my 3rd harp, Luna, has a range similar to Tuille's, she's smaller & more suited to
therapy sessions in the hospital, care center or home.
y harps are 'folk' harps, modeled on traditional instruments; not the larger 'concert' or
'Orchestral' harp. Tuille & Rowan are both fitted with levers, which allow me to change keys or
put in an occasional 'accidental,' Luna has no levers, so I need to re-tune for a different key.
So though I'm classically trained, & can read & write music, my harps aren't suited to playing
orchestral pieces.
I began using Reiki 'hands on' & distant healing in 1989, & naturally integrated Reiki into my
harp music. I went on to deepen in Song Medicine with Eric Vormans, & musicians Laurie Riley,
Ani Williams, & Tina Tourin. (See the Home Page for Song Medicine stories). With my
background in music, I find it natural to compose & write my own arrangements for the harp.
In the mid 90s I was the harpist in the Irish "Blarney Rose Band," which met at the pub in
Rose Lodge, on the Oregon coast. In McMinnville I have performed with Cellists Sherill &
Amelia Roberts, & with piper Rob Rife (on Penny whistle). I'm always open to meeting other
musicians, & enjoy the synergy of playing together.
Lessons:
I delight in making learning fun. If you've 'always wanted to play the harp,' now is the time to
pursue that dream! I work with both beginning & intermediate folk harp students. If you have
a harp & need a 'jump start' to begin playing again, call me for a consultation or 45 minute
'tune-up.' Design your own class with other students, and deepen your experience.
I focus on meeting your learning style & needs, & offer a complimentary 30 minute intro
lesson. Lessons are booked in series of 5, & may include harp rental. Sight reading, rhythm,
improvisation & ear training are included in instruction.
Classes in Reiki & Song Medicine, will enhance your ability to learn & add powerful tools for
healing. Drums, Native American Flute & Tuning forks are all tools I use personally, & am
happy to introduce you to.
Children & elders love the harp - this year my focus is on continuing to bring the joy of music
to many, going into schools & care facilities. I declared a Millennium Harper quest at the
beginning of 2007, which was complete by the end of the year! Details are on the Millennium
Quest page.
Check my blog for updates on upcoming harp events & new photos. See my listing: Magical
Folk Harp - lessons & bookings on Thumbtack for folk harp & music lessons. I'm excited to be part
of this resource for networking.
Invite us to add magic & joy to your celebration!
Blessings!
"Jazz Harper" &
Rowan Luchair, built by Rick Kemper, 9-06
Rowan Luchair, built by Rick Kemper, 9-06
| Nadya King, McMinnville, OR * Ladyharp * 503-474-2988 nadya@ladyharper.com |
| August 2011 |
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