Kathleen Gahagan,
Harpist and Harp Teacher

London, Ontario, Canada

Phone: (519) 673-4042
E-mail: kfgahagan@hotmail.com

Perfect for Weddings, Receptions,
Banquets, and other Special
Occasions.

Kathleen has been playing the harp at a professional level for over 12 years, performing at weddings, receptions, and business functions, as well as parties and galas.

She enjoys a wide ranging repertoire, with a focus on classical works and traditional Celtic music.

Since receiving her Bachelor of Music degree from McGill University in 2001, Kathleen has extensive performance experience throughout southwestern Ontario which includes:

  Principal harpist with the London Community Orchestra and First St Andrew's Strings

  Featured harpist in performances with Encore Concert Band, London Concert Band, UWO Symphonic Band, and Laudamus Bell Choir

  Harpist in Brantford production of Beauty and the Beast (April 2009)

  Harpist in London, Ontario production of Amahl and the Night Visitors (December 2008)

 Frequent performer of chamber works thoughout southwestern Ontario, including collaborations with flute, violin, cello, organ, and accordion

  Performer of new solo and chamber works for harp by composers Steven Hardy and Jean Anderson-Wuensch

  Member of chamber trio Silver & Strings, with flutist Amy O'Neill and violinist Mary Ashton

  Vocal and choral accompanist

  Popular solo performer of sacred music at churches throughout southwestern Ontario

Kathleen is a flexible performer, accommodating of special requests, and sensitive to the specific needs of your special event. To hear audio samples of her solo performances on pedal and lever harp, go to http://www.myspace.com/kathleengahagan

Kathleen also has an active private studio, teaching lever and pedal harp to a variety of learners, ranging from young children to older adults. Whether a student is interested in preparing for university level studies in harp performance, or simply learning to play for pleasure, Kathleen is a supportive force in each student's musical development. She draws on her personal experiences in performing, combined with her academic studies of music, and over a decade of teaching experience, to tailor lessons to the needs of each individual student.