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Singing with the Boys at Happy Home and School for the Blind
Along with my regular morning students, I’ll also be missing these guys! A few months ago, I answered an ad looking for volunteers to help teach a singing class at the Happy Home and School for the Blind in Mumbai. … Continue reading
Chennai International Harpist
Back in India, and flying off to Chennai! This event was for the unveiling of a new luxury residential construction project. The ballroom at the Leela Palace was the perfect setting. In addition to harp, they also had a percussionist … Continue reading
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Ahmedabad International Harpist
This beautiful wedding took place at the YMCA Banquets in Ahmedabad, India. It was my final performance in India before my contract ends and I return to the States. I’m very sad to leave, but I’ll be back in September! … Continue reading
Harpist in Kolkata, India
One of the things I find so amazing about this job is the people I meet. I was playing for a wedding in Kolkata at the Oberoi Grand, and was returning to my hotel (the also lovely Taj Bengal). I … Continue reading
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Scenes around Mumbai
This post will have nothing to do with harps or weddings. But I can’t fully explain my experiences here by showcasing only my official work in India. Mumbai is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city. When I accepted this job, I really … Continue reading
My Students in India
I have some down time in between flying out of Mumbai for performances, and got it in my head one day that I should be teaching. I didn’t think through it – I just went out and did it! There … Continue reading
Pune Harpist for Grand Opening
Not all of the events I play for here are weddings! This was for the grand opening of a department store in Pune. Not too far of a drive from Mumbai, it was exciting to get out on the road … Continue reading
Bhopal, India
A wedding in Bhopal, India, and our flight arrived so early that we had practically the whole day to sight-see! The flute player and I hired a car and driver to take us around the city. It was Easter Sunday, … Continue reading
Mumbai International Musician ~ Harpist for a Wedding at Taj Lands End
This wedding took place on the lawn of the Taj Lands End in the Bandra neighborhood of Mumbai. I had attended an event here earlier this month, and took an afternoon to visit the park just beyond the hotel with … Continue reading
Bollywood Music on the Harp
Upon accepting this job in India, I agreed to learn about an hour’s worth of Bollywood music to play on the harp, in addition to the “Western” pop music and classical pieces that I play. Some events want a mix … Continue reading