Nosferatu and Light (or lack thereof)
I am reading Dracula for the first time. It seemed appropriate to start a classic horror novel in October. Even more so because on October 18th and 19th I played …
A Harp Weekend in Bemidji
Two weeks ago I spent a few days in Bemidji doing harp stuff.
My schedule included playing 2nd harp on Leonard Bernstein’s Chichester Psalms with the Bemidji Symphony Orchestra, giving …
Stephanie Claussen: 2018 US National Scottish Harp Champion
This weekend I traveled to Edinboro, Pennsylvania to compete in the Edinboro Scottish Harp Competition and US National Scottish Harp Championship. My dear friend Emily put me up in her …
Edinburgh International Harp Festival 2018
I experienced one specific conversation at least five times during the festival:
Sitting down at the dinner table: “Hi, my name is Stephanie.”
“Hello! I’m Anna.” (Or Caroline, or Helen.)
A moment of …
Eclectic, Not Electric
In the fall of 2014 I applied for my first grant, an “Arts Tour Minnesota” grant through the MN State Arts Board, and immediately determined that every paper I had …
“Glory of God” CD Release Concert – Next week!
I’m so excited to announce my newest CD is done! Please come to our release concert and discover this beautiful, worshipful, and original praise music. I can promise it will …
Minnesota Scottish Harp Competition 2014
Competition
Thank you to everyone who competed in 2014!
The goals of the Minnesota competition are to foster confidence in harp students and players of all levels, from early beginners to masters, …
2014 St. Patrick’s Day Activities in Minneapolis & St. Paul, MN
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St. Patrick’s Day – Local Events
As you know, St. Paddy’s day is in March! I know I promised I wouldn’t overload you with links …