CHILDREN in Kidderminster were captivated by a harp workshop which was put on during the February half-term holiday.
Laima Kasatkina a Kidderminster based harpist, held the event at JHAC The Jelleyman’s Heritage Arts Charity, based in Puxton Lane.
Children and adults were enchanted by the music and were given a chance to play both the lever harp and baby harps.
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Laima spoke about the history of the harp and how it was played. She also gave demonstrations and encouraged sing-a-longs. In a fun and interactive environment.
The event was well-attended and everyone came away feeling enthusiastic about the harp and what it has to offer.
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Rebekah Billington, one of the attendees, said: “I’ve wanted to play the harp since I was a child,
“I come from a musical family and play the native American flute and piano but this was the first time I have played a harp.
“It was a childhood dream come true.”
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Another, Louise Smith, added: “It was nice and relaxing.”
And Sarah Elstob said: “I thought it was fantastic, very calming and beautiful, my daughter thought it was demure.
“It was nice for the kids to learn something different.”
Yifu, who was there with Timmy and Poppy, said: “The children and myself really enjoyed it.”
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The Jelleyman’s Heritage Arts Charity and Laima hope to generate interest in future group harp lessons, providing a platform for children to continue their musical journey and explore the enchanting world of harp music.
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Email: Laima at [email protected] for more.
Click here to listen to some of Laima’s harp music.
