Ep 2: Angela's Anniversary

15/08/2025 26 min Episodio 2

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Heather sits down with fellow harp tutor Angela for a fun, relaxed chat celebrating her first year teaching with How to Harp. They share teaching highs, lessons learned, and why a little bit of nerves can be a good thing. Along the way, you’ll hear relatable tips for harp learners and a surprisingly on-topic story about poached eggs.In this episode:Angela’s journey to becoming a harp tutor at How to HarpWhat a year of teaching harp has taught herWhy every learner’s path is different (and why that matters)How a little bit of nerves can actually make you a better teacherPractical takeaways for harp learners and aspiring teachersThe poached egg metaphor you didn’t know you needed!Guest: Angela Boraston – Harpist, Harp Tutor at How to HarpHost: Heather Downie – Harpist, Principal Scottish Harp Tutor at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, and founder of How to HarpEnjoying the show? New episodes weekly.Follow/subscribe and share with a harp friend.Learn with us:https://www.HowToHarp.com (online membership, courses, retreats)