About Nadya & Ladyharp
I grew up with music - an early memory is vacuuming with my dad
while we sang! 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. In 1991 when he sang for
a niece's memorial service, my cousins commented that he had
sung at most of their weddings, & a number of the memorial
services.
My dad & I often sang duets for Church or Grange. Many
evenings were spent singing & taking turns at the piano. My
musical journey eventually led to the harp, where I discovered the
sounds I longed for; sustained notes & lovely runs!
I grew up with music - an early memory is vacuuming with my dad
while we sang! 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. In 1991 when he sang for
a niece's memorial service, my cousins commented that he had
sung at most of their weddings, & a number of the memorial
services.
My dad & I often sang duets for Church or Grange. Many
evenings were spent singing & taking turns at the piano. My
musical journey eventually led to the harp, where I discovered the
sounds I longed for; sustained notes & lovely runs!
About Ladyharp
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| Nadya King, McMinnville, OR * Ladyharp * 503-474-2988 nadya@ladyharper.com |
| Rowan Luchair, built by Rick Kemper, 9-06 |
| Bring a touch of Magic to your event! Nadya King 503-474-2988 |
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.
I began using Reiki 'hands on' & distant healing in 1989, & naturally integrated Reiki into
my harp music. I went on to study Song Medicine with Eric Vormans, the Sunray
Meditation Society, & musicians Laurie Riley, Ani Williams, & Tina Tourin. (See the Home
Page for several Song Medicine stories). With the music background, I also found it
natural to compose & make my own arrangements on the harp.
In January 2007, I wanted a bit more range, & 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!
In the mid 90s I joined 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 beginners & intermediate students. My 7
year old granddaughter, Alyssa, is my newest student.
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,
improvisation & ear training are included in instruction.
I also teach classes in Reiki & Song Medicine, & encourage you to consider consciously
adding these powerful healing tools for yourself & your family.
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.
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.
I began using Reiki 'hands on' & distant healing in 1989, & naturally integrated Reiki into
my harp music. I went on to study Song Medicine with Eric Vormans, the Sunray
Meditation Society, & musicians Laurie Riley, Ani Williams, & Tina Tourin. (See the Home
Page for several Song Medicine stories). With the music background, I also found it
natural to compose & make my own arrangements on the harp.
In January 2007, I wanted a bit more range, & 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!
In the mid 90s I joined 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 beginners & intermediate students. My 7
year old granddaughter, Alyssa, is my newest student.
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,
improvisation & ear training are included in instruction.
I also teach classes in Reiki & Song Medicine, & encourage you to consider consciously
adding these powerful healing tools for yourself & your family.
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.
Invite us to add magic & joy to your celebration!
Blessings!
| Updated 11/01/08 |