ABOUT

Brooklyn-based harpist Dr. Chelsea Lane graduated magna cum laude from Yale University with a Bachelor of Arts in Music, completed her Master of Arts in Harp Performance with grote onderscheiding (“high honors”) at the Royal Conservatory in Brussels, and received her D.M.A. in Music Performance from The Graduate Center, CUNY in NYC.

A versatile musician, Dr. Lane is equally at home performing on Broadway (Wicked, Sweeney Todd, Paradise Square, Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes), as she is in classical symphonic settings as a guest artist for ensembles such as the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, The Metropolitan Opera, Czech Philharmonic, New Jersey Symphony, and Wheeling Symphony Orchestra, among others.

As a prizewinner in several national and international competitions, including the American Harp Society’s Young Professional Competition, the Anne Adams Awards, the Minnesota Symphony Orchestra Young Artist Concerto Competition, the Lyon and Healy Awards, and the ASTA National Solo Competition, Dr. Lane is well-equipped to prepare harp students in her private studio and at the university level for musical success. Dr. Lane’s doctoral dissertation “The Feminine Harp as Feminist Tool: Early Professional Footing for Women in Mid-Twentieth-Century America” further informs her teaching as Adjunct Artist in Harp at Vassar College and Adjunct Assistant Professor of Harp, Chamber Music, and Music History at the College of Staten Island, CUNY, as well as her innovative solo and chamber concert programming.

LISTEN

My debut album "Suspensions" has been gained over 1 million streams since its release on the Better Company Records label in December 2022. The album draws on contemporary, minimalist-inspired works to explore the theme of “suspensions,” both literal and figurative. You can buy the album on Bandcamp or stream the album below or on your preferred platform. Read a review of the album on Harp Column.

VIDEOS

New music video for “Falling Berceuse” is out now!

HARP LESSONS

 

study harp with chelsea

Chelsea has over 10+ years experience teaching individuals with a wide range of ages and ability levels. She currently serves as adjunct harp faculty at Vassar College and The College of Staten Island, CUNY, and maintains a private studio in Brooklyn. Chelsea enjoys preparing her students for various competitions, summer camps, and orchestral and solo performances, to which end she regularly organizes masterclasses and recitals at local venues and online. Chelsea is always looking to take on new, motivated students, so please email her using the “Contact” form below if you have any questions or would like to get started with lessons!

student testimonials

Chelsea is WONDERFUL! She has supported every aspect of our son’s development with regard to his harp playing and we are so grateful for her support!! Chelsea is a top professional and anyone would be lucky to have her teach music!! —Mary

Chelsea is a fantastic teacher who combines a disciplined mastery of the harp with a genuine understanding of each student. She is engaging and kind with children and a lovely person and teacher in every way. We love working with her and it has been extremely gratifying to witness our children’s progress under her tutelage ! I feel so lucky to have her as our teacher. —Mipta

I had the benefit of taking lessons from Chelsea after I had been learning to play for a bit over a year. She was both encouraging and warm personally, and gave me several ways to think about technique, which helped a great deal. She was able to give me insights to help me get into music theory, as well as technique and practical questions, all so valuable for a beginner! —Stephanie

 

CONTACT

Please use the contact form below to inquire about availability and pricing for solo or ensemble engagements, weddings, private events, or lessons.