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Harp Lessons

Zoe Vandermeer gives harp lessons for lever harpists and historical harpists, all levels.  

  • Techniques

  • Practical Application 

  • Repertoire Study 

  • Music Theory

  • Improvisation

  • Composition

  • Baroque Continuo and Ornamentation​

 

I would highly recommend Zoe as a harp teacher. Every lesson I have had has been approached with care and has been FULL of helpful information regarding technique, musicality, history and so much more. This has lead me to establish healthy habits and has facilitated more growth than I thought was possible in the months I have spent with her as my teacher. As someone with a degree in music who has had many instructors teach me various instruments I can say with confidence that the value of Zoe’s lessons is exceptional. She creates an environment that challenges you without judgement, allowing you to move at a pace you are comfortable with, without the risk of you ever getting bored. I look forward to my lesson every week and I am excited to see how much I will grow and improve going forward with Zoe as my harp teacher.

- Andrea C., New Hampshire​

Voice Lessons

Zoe Vandermeer gives voice lessons and consultations for aspiring singers.

  • Classical, Baroque, Opera, Choral

  • Vocal Techniques

  • Vocal Health, Vocal Rehabilitation

  • Style, Ornamentation, Cadenzas

  • Artistic Interpretation

  • Practical Tools for Practicing

  • Repertoire Coaching

  • Music Theory

 

When I came to Zoe a couple of months ago after a long hiatus from formal singing, my throat felt very tight--my range had gone down to just over an octave. A couple of months later, I can sing nearly three octaves, and my voice is more relaxed than ever. I've found my falsetto, and every week my voice is more resonant and free. Zoe is incredibly knowledgeable about the voice both from a technical and a practical perspective. In lessons, she is careful to differentiate among the things she tells me what is actually (physically) going on with my voice organs and what is merely a feeling or a metaphor she is using as a didactic tool. And that is just a small testament to her technical knowledge and the way she uses it with her students. It seems every hiccup I've encountered, she has either personally dealt with it (such as unlearning certain common but unhealthy vocal techniques) or has had students with the exact problem. In addition to her impressive resume and evident teaching ability, she has been very considerate and understanding with me, while maintaining high and professional standards for the quality and work she expects out of me. I cannot recommend Zoe highly enough.

- Jacob M., Boston​​

Masterclasses,
Workshops

Zoe Vandermeer holds masterclasses and workshops for singers, harpists and choirs.​​

Singers:

  • Artistic Interpretation

  • Baroque Ornamentation

  • Developing a Character

  • Vocal Techniques

  • Vocal Health

  • Vocal Rehabilitation

  • Breathing

 

I have studied voice with Zoe for just six months, and in that time, the techniques of breathing and vocal production she has patiently taught me have led to a much more consistent and beautiful tone.   Her coaching on diction,  languages, and expression is impeccable. I look forward to each lesson, and to each practice session, knowing that certain and rewarding progress will result.  - Margaret, Soprano, CT​

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Harpists

  • Harp Techniques

  • Ensemble Workshops

  • Welsh Harp Music for Lever Harps

  • The Art of Self-Accompanying

  • A Harpist's Guide to Accompanying Singers and Instrumentalists

  • Improvisation

  • Ornamentation

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'Zoe is my harp teacher and I am very fortunate to have her.   She teaches students according to their level, ability, and learning process.  She cares for her students and wants the best for them.' - Han, New York City   

Study Singing and Harp with Zoe Vandermeer

Dear Singers and Harpists,

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I teach students how to improve their Art through step by step methodologies that are easy to comprehend, embracing a solid foundation in techniques while developing and enhancing their unique sound and interpretation.   Lessons are primarily online as well as in-person availability in Connecticut.   

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Member: New York Singing Teachers Association, Early Music America, American Harp Society, and the Historical Harp Society

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CONTACT: sopranoandharp@gmail.com

© 2024 Zoe Vandermeer

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