Overtones
(comments from our subscribers)
Once again, you have managed to compile a glorious collection of interesting and touching stories [Sp. 2019 HTJ]. Thank you for your dedication and patience to accomplish such professional work representing what therapeutic musicians do.
Sharon Stoll
Tampa, FL
I love Sarajane's music!
Rhonda Vasey
Sun City, AZ
Thank you for your timely articles with their suggestions for clinical therapeutic possibilities (e.g. Linda Bloom's "Treatment challenges of opiate addiction" [W. '17-'18 HTJ].
Jodie Wiepking
Littleton, CO
This Journal never fails to amaze, prod, inspire. It just gets better and better.
Joanne Cavatorta
Carver, MA
Thanks for the latest issue [F. '18 HTJ]. I really enjoyed the article about your travels and the "Veriditas" music. Thank you for sharing this beautiful and inspired piece.
Maryalice Little
Painted Post, NY
I have just played through "Ajna," I'd like to convey how very much I enjoyed playing it and will enjoy learning it properly to play to patients. It is a piece which elicits such calm and rest and is a glorious composition. Thank you for sharing it in the HTJ.
Anita Zielonka
Sydney, NSW, Australia
You contributions to public knowledge of the therapeutic properties of the harp are immense,
Claire Dunne
Rozelle, Sydney, Australia
Thank you for your continued work in this amazing field. You are awesome!
Candace LiVolsi
Redding, CA
The latest issue [W. '16-'17] is, as always, highly inspirational. All the articles are so interesting and highlight points and practices.
Isabelle Guettres
La Mans, France
As always, your continued devotion to the HTJ is greatly appreciated. It is such a wonderful service to all the therapeutic harp practitioners - to have a place where research and articles are in one place.
Christina Tourin
HarpRealm@gmail.com
I just wanted to say thank you so much for the sheet music in the HTJ! It's my favorite part and have committed to learning both "The Whippoorwill" and "The Path" - fantastic songs! Very well written. Love it! Keep up the great work! ...Thanks again.
Martha Graham
Little Rock AFB, AR
I especially appreciate being introduced to subjects I didn't even know about (i.e. Sue Raimond's Sp. '16 HTJ article, "Day at the office," about therapy with wolves.
Jodie Wiepking
Littleton, CO
I always look forward to receiving the HTJ... . What a delight to be able to share with others, some in far-away places! Thank you for all you do for us!
MariAnne Lounsbury
Commerce City, CO
I have been enjoying re-reading my HTJs dating back to 2006 and I really like the variety of content, as well as hearing about how different people have been working therapeutically with the harp.
Thank you for all the work you have put into producing the Journal over the years - it really maintains a sense of community within the field of therapeutic harp and particularly for those of us who are not in the USA, where lots of activity takes place.
I have also been re-reading your Good Vibrations book again and I find it fascinating how I learn so much more from the same book when I re-read it, having had more experience of the subject in the meantime. It's such a good book!
Rebecca Penkett
Mixenden, Halifax, West Yorkshire, UK
Don't want to miss a single issue. ...I learned your "Appreciation" piece and have played it a local Trauma Healing Project... .
Karen Lee
Springfiled, OR
The digital version of the HTJ is excellent! All is very clear and a good large size to see handily. I just easily printed out "Reverie" as a piece to begin after the Mother's Day gig. I really like the new view of the Journal. I adore! Hats off to you!
Aprille Isham
Manhattan Beach, CA
The HTJ is an invaluable source of information and inspiration for those interested in the field. I am always looking forward to reading it!
Silvia Maserati
Milano, Italy
Even though I am a flutist, I enjoy the Journal very much. Thank you.
Stephanie Wheeler
Columbia, CT
...Thank you so much. I love the HTJ and gain new insight from the articles.
Nancy Johnson
Mesa, AZ
You remain on the cutting edge of harp therapy issues. As always, I marvel at the wonderful work you are doing, and the many people you are touching with your efforts....
Ruth Papalia
Cortland, NY
I so appreciate the breadth and depth of this journal. Thanks for your good work. I wouldn't miss an issue for the world.
Joanne Cavatorta
Carver, MA
[HTJ-] inspiring and informative!
Cheryl Valantis
Gainesville, FL
Thanks for keeping the Journal going. I always learn something and get inspired.
Melissa Collins
Owego, NY
I always thoroughly enjoy the Journal and thank you deeply for your continued vision and hard work in producing it. Keep up the effort, it is deeply appreciated....
Debi MacKay
Oro Station, ON, Canada
The HTJ [Spring 2012] is again so interesting, thank you very much!
Ulrike Krone-Schmitt
Baden-Baden, Germany
Thank you. I really appreciate reading the HTJ because it keeps me informed about how harp music is being used as a powerful healing tool in the present day. I have particularly really enjoyed reading the articles related to Pythagoras and the metaphysical aspects of music.
Rebecca Penkett
Gainest, Halifax, England
...Thank you for all the work you do to educate, inform and encourage the work we do in harp therapy. ...Thank you for the Journal and the solid knowledge and research you share for our education and the good of our patients. You are a gift.
Margaret Warczek
Auburn Hills, MI
I always learn something new and interesting from the Journal. It's a real inspiration!
Kathleen Morris
Corvallis, OR
I love reading the Journal. I learn a lot and the information is wonderful.
Jan Mulrooney-Kuhn
Springfiled, IL
I ordered the Anniversary Collection of all the back issues of the HTJ because I thought it would be interesting reading - but it's been so much more. As I was reading, it felt a little like sitting around the living room listening to the "oldsters" exchanging stories about growing up. I "watched" history unfold and gained an appreciation for the roots of the field. I'm so appreciative of those who paved the way, for where we've been and how far we've come. For folks like me who are newer to the field, I highly recommend the collection.
Dee Sweeney, Director
Clinical Musician Certification Program
www.harpforhealing.com
What a great Harp Therapy Journal issue (Su. '11)! But I mostly wanted to tell you I really enjoyed your article on the teachings of Dhyani Ywahoo. I am always amazed at the wisdom of ancient traditions. ...
Laurence Marie
Shediac, NB, Canada
I want to thank you ever so much for taking the time and intention to craft such a beautiful article (Sp. '11) on the roots of the PA Germans. ...
Sarah G. Schwartz, CTHP
Medina, OH
Your article on Pow Wow, sympathetic medicine and energetic healing - the alchemy of intention (Winter 2012-2013) resonated with me. It brought to light a variety of practices used to bring healing, which may work in harmony with those who use music, and especially that of the harp, as a means to restore balance, create a space for reflection, offer joy, healing and ultimately bring Heaven to Earth. Thank you for the other articles as well. They were all inspiring. I look forward to the next HTJ.
Kathy Schrock
Kempton, PA
...The spring 2013 issue is an outstanding production. Your in-depth research regarding the flu season and its effects regarding therapeutic musicians was especially well done. This should appear in other journals as the information was well collected, dispensed and informative.
I look forward to every issue!
Bambi Niles, RN, CTHP
Oneida, NY
I enjoyed the article in the Spring 2013 HTJ issue about Verlene Schermer very much and the article on flu prevention contained very pertinent information for therapeutic musicians.
Thank you for all of your work!
Jacqueline Lynaugh
Hayward, CA
I continue to enjoy reading and learning from the Journal. The articles inspire me in my dedication to work as a music practitioner and teacher. So much valuable information makes me proud to be a harper! Thank you, thank you!
Mona Terry
Davenport, IA
Thank you for all your wonderful articles. I really enjoy the HTJ.
Corelia Tom
Flagstaff, AZ
Thank you! I love The Harp Therapy Journal.
Beatrice Rose
Monroe, OR
The article on PowWow [Winter 2012-'13 HTJ] was amazing.... Loved it, thank you.
Lisa Schadt
Allentown, PA
...Thanks for the Fall 2012 issue of the HTJ...wonderful as usual and thank you for sharing "Winter Solstice"...it is lovely! A few friends and I are planning some kind of celebration for that date so will play your piece.
Laurence Marie
Sheldiac, BC, Canada
I enjoy every bit of each issue of The Harp Therapy Journal, Thank you for all of the work you do to support therapeutic harpists everywhere through this publication.
Jane Franz
Eugene, OR
The article in Spring 2012, "Harmonic resonance theory," was fantastic. It may explain some amazing work Marilyn Edwards reports related to musical tone healing. Thanks again.
Sable Shaw
Carson City, NV
What an interesting interview with Paul Gileno (Summer 2012 HTJ). Your article on "Easing the pain" and the survey of working therapeutic musicians are very enlightening.
Bonnie Stoltz
Bethlehem, PA
Thank you! I enjoy reading the Journal.
Paula Brobst
Laporte, CO
...It is always very interesting to read the Harp Therapy Journal — much information, experiences of other harp therapists, lots of sharing. Thank you very much again.
Isabelle Guettres
Le Mans, France
...Nice article by Jan Cauffman in your Spring 2012 Journal.
Mary Stevens
Havre, MT
I loved the Spring 2012 HTJ issue — so diverse and rich. The articles from Betsy Chapman and Lynda Kuchenbrod were both rich with information. Dr. Steven Lehar's article was wonderful - he talks about very complex ideas in a cohesive and understandable way. It pulled together many of the pieces of my studies and will be an article for me to go back to. Sad that his work is not acknowledged — but that's the way of pioneers. Then there's Jan Cauffman's article about "Grief" which is so good...
Dee Sweeney, CCM
Centennial, CO
Thanks for all the fantastic work you do.
Eve Watters
Crozet, VA
...The whole [Spring 2012, HTJ] issue is fascinating, especially the interview with Steven Lehar.... Thanks for all your hard work.
Betsy Chapman
Boyertown, PA
What an incredible [Spring 2012] HTJ issue! I read it from cover to cover in one sitting!
The article on "Grief" was of particular interest... . It confirmed in my mind the need to go through a therapeutic music program before doing VAHT. In the IHTP we learned how to differentiate emotions that belong to the client versus to ourselves. It is OK to feel empathy but not to feel sympathy... like the author of the article says you cannot be a good healer if you take on the clients emotional or physical issues. In my class of 2000, some people decided they needed to go in therapy to deal with unresolved issues that had transpired through some of the role playing we had been doing. This aspect of caring isn't taught in nursing school or medical school and probably not in social work or other similar programs... .
Laurence Marie
Shediac, N-B, Canada
I don't want to miss any of your great journals! Thank you so much for its consistency and inclusivity.
Cynthia Price-Glynn
Dedham, MA
Nice Journal (Su. '10), as always! I especially liked the interview parts I (Sp. '10) and II, with Konstantin Korotkov and also your great article on fibromyalgia.
Lynette Edelson
Alta Loma, CA
Thank you. I really enjoy the Journal.
Jenelle Balzer-Ediger
West Linn, OR
Thank you so much for this thought-provoking Journal.
Irene Tukuafu
Nawvoo, IL
I thoroughly enjoy the articles and reading about the variety of programs offered..
Karen R. Rife
Oak Island, NC
Thank you so much for providing this wonderful resource. I thoroughly enjoy the informative articles and touching stories. I often read it cover-to-cover in one sitting! Thanks for sharing the HTJ with others in support of our special work.
Rita Schrimpf
Rittman, OH
I always look forward to receiving the HTJ, however, I especially enjoyed the WInter 2010 issue. Thank you for keeping us informed and validating the practice of harp therapy.
Denise Llewellyn
Montreal, Canada
The Winter 2010 HTJ was the best yet - just full of wonderful articles. I find it very exciting to read in more and more healthcare-related journals about how hard science is confirming the wisdom of the ancients, particularly about the heart....
Melinda Gardiner
Hillsdale, NY
Thanks for the high quality articles and interviews - each time there is something new and unexpected....
Portia Diwa
San Bruno, CA
I've subscribed to your journal for the past year and eagerly look forward to its arrival in the mail. Mona Peck's interview with Therese Schroeder-Sheker was enlightening on different levels. This sacred work of live harp and voice vigils by certified music thanatologists is powerful and so needed. I am a registered nurse by profession and have witnessed how music- thanatology vigils change the energy in the room of the dying especially in the acute care system.... Many thanks to the HTJ for keeping us informed and inspired.
Trish Weaver
Happy Valley, OR
I'm very impressed with your journal.
Dr. Mary Jean Etten
Brooksville, FL
I really liked the memorization article in the Winter 2008 HTJ....
Anita Leschied
Woodslee, ON, Canada
I always enjoy getting the latest issue of the HTJ.
Rebecca Lytle
Franklin, PA
The Fall issue of the HTJ has to be the beset one yet! The cymatics research article was wonderful, exactly the kind of thinkg we shoudl be reading about more. I was alos excited to read about the meeting of NSBTM members and the AMTA. What the organizers did to get this meeting accomplished deserves applause.
Laurie Riley
www.laurieriley.com
The last few issues of the HTJ have been both fascinating and intriguing. You continually outdo the previous issue! The article by Susan McAlister about using tuning forks for healing - backed up by scientific evidence - was extremely interesting. And the interview with John Stuart Reid (Fall '08) sent me scurrying to the website to learn more.
It is both exhilirating and humbling to realize how the music of the harp reaches back to the distant past, as well as forward to the cutting edge of the future.
Linda Bloom
Allentown, PA
Thanks again for the Journal. I always look forward to receiving it.
David Howland
Yokohama-shi, Kanagawa-ken, Japan
The HTJ is an excellent publication. I particularly enjoy reading about progress outside the USA. Bethan Hughes's article (SU. 06) was excellent! Thanks for all your hard work.
Elisabeth Westhead
Carlin How, Saltburn, UK
I'm retired from playing for hopsice patients, yet I eagerly devour each issue of the HTJ.
Sue V. Moore
Gainesville, GA
...I woudl like to send you my heartfelt respect and gratitude for what you have done for the field of harp therapy. We Japanese have many difficulties in having this work fit in the society, but your HTJ is certainly a great encouragement for us.
Masako Shinto
Kohoku-ku, Yokohama, Japan
I appreciate your exceptional information and resources.
Aprille Isham,
Manhattan Beach, CA
I truly enjoy this journal. Thank you for all of the work you do.
Geraldine Wright
Ravenna, OH
Thanks for the always timely and interesting articles.
Barbara Glick
Duluth, MN
I love this journal.
Carol Stein
Galloway, NJ
Thank you for all your work with the HTJ. It is excellent, and so very helpful.
Sally Ann Henwood
peaceharp@excite.com
...Thank you for keeping us updated on the developments in the profession. We have come a long way.
Carol Rohl
Warren, ME
...That was a wonderful story, "A Life Changing Journey," by Lynn Marks (Sp. 05) - most inspiring.
Marcia Capelle
Leura, Australia
Keep up the good work.... Thank you.
Sabrina Falls
Indianapolis, IN
Thanks for a wonderful publication!
Emma McKinney
Corinth, KS
Thank you - I love your journal.
Lynne Davis
Wendell, MA
I always enjoy your journal for inspirational purposes and as an inspiration as I develop my work in therapetuic music. ...and thank you for all or your pioneering work inthe field of harp therapy.
Grace Kohan
Corpus Christi, TX
The Fall 03 HTJ had several articles whci really resonated with me. Thank you for the great job you are doing.
Marilyn Wienand
Misenheimer, NC
I enjoy the Journal very much!
Edith Grunbaum, EdD
Concord, MA
I love the Journal - thank you!
Ann Dowdy
Salt Lake City, UT
Your newsletter is wonderful - thanks so much for creating it.
Sharon Lee Holbrook
Camp Hill, PA
I enjoy your newsletter.
Cheryl E. Nelson
Gettysburg, SD
The Winter 01-02 HTJ was wonderful. Everything tied together so well. I loved your "Music for the Mystics" article. Edgar Cayce has always been a favorite but I had not run across those quotes.... You are a courageous editor and print many articles that are not "mainstream." I appreciate that....
Jacqueline Thea
Mountainair, NM
I love your journal. Thank you.
Jennifer Saulsbury. Thank you.
Custer, WA
I love this journal. Thanks.
Sigrid Brooks
Chicago, IL
Thank you for the hard work you do to provide such great information.
Amy Kortuem
North Mankato, MN
...Your publication had provided inspiration and encouragement for me, as well as confirming my own experience. Now that I have retired from the practice of medicine, I hope to have more time than ever to enjoy the HTJ and to play my own harps.
Tee Campion
Highbridge, WI
Love the Journal - thanks for all the hard work.... I am a theology professor, chaplain, and harpist who has used harp for almost 20 years in medical, hospice and other therapetutic settings. I'm very glad to be subscribing to the HTJ and I recommend it to my harp students.
Diane Schneider, JD, PhD
Winona, MN
I truly enjoy the articles - every issue is a treat. Keep up the good work.
Maureen Sansburn
Oakland, CA
The HTJ really helped me out. I used the job proposal that was written in it (Su. 98) to present to our local hospital. They were quite impressed with it and we are talking about a position for a harp practitioner. YEAH!
Cyndi Bickel
Evansville, IN
I so enjoyed the article (F.98) by Don Estes. I have found his information to be a tremendous help.
Tina Tourin
Jericho Center, VT
I was favorably impressed by Don Estes' inspiring article (F. 98). It seems time that the sciences and the arts may become interrelated and each add their beauty to the other.
Barbara Hero
Wells, ME
I love the Journal. Good luck to you all.
Claire Roche
Bootersown, Co. Dublin, Ireland
In spite of an incredibly hectic schedule this year, I always find time to spend with your HTJ. You've done a great job with it and I'll look forward to what you have in store this year.
Randolph Case
Lawrenceville, GA
Just a few lines to let you know that I enjoy the Journal. The Su.1998 issue was excellent. I particularly enjoyed the articles "Harpist as patient" and "The body as teacher." If we don't know from personal experience what the patients want and need, how can we serve them well? ...Keep up those great articles.
Gladys Burgos
New York, NY
Your journal continues to be a wonderful inspiration. I loved the story about Sue Raimond and her tape for pets.
Marjorie Cerio
Oneida, NY
We enjoy your publication. Thanks.
Susan Moor
Dusty Strings
Seattle, WA
Thank you for the HTJ. I find it most interesting. Some time ago I tried to recruit students interested in finding the benefits of the harp but was unsuccessful and had given up on the idea until your journal arrived....
Mary J. Johnson
Naples, FL
Good luck in your work.I enjoy the Journal very much.
Arabella Sparnon
Sarasota, FL
Thanks! I think the Journal is great!
Karen Sheahan
Winfield, IL
I am thrilled that you have begun this journal. I believe it is an excellent bonus to the information about how the harp can be used.... I think this publication is timely and needed.
Beth Cole
Boulder, CO
I really appreciate this publication. Keep up the good work!
Maureen Sansburn
Oakland, CA
I really enjoy your Journal! Thanks!
Ruth Kamen
New York, NY
I am delighted for the opportunity to to connect with others, though your journal, who have an interest and attraction to this work. I have much to learn and believe the Journal will be an excellent resource. Thanks again.
Roxenne Smith
Largo, FL
I work at a hospital and use my harp at least twice a week. I was thrilled to see such a publication. Thank you!
Ida Gannon
Elmhurst, IL
...I find your journal to be very thought-provoking. I have felt for some time that the harp in particular is a very beautiful and ministering instrument....
Kathy Mills
San Gabriel, CA
Your article are so inspiring and helpful. I look forward to receiving the Journal in the mail. Keep up the good work.
Margaret McNealy
Woodstock, IL
I have only recently discovered your journal It was wonderful to read about people who are doing and writing about the things I believe in....
Leatrice Liel Lily
Missoula, MT
I was delighted to receive the premier issue of the HTJ.... I am very glad that you have created it as a forum which provides a solid foundation for the emerging field....
Joanne Bosky
Ann Arbor, MI
Finally a harp publication that addresses my heart!
Murtis Carver
Burnsville, NC
I can't remember when I have been this excited reading a newsletter!
Chloe Lilly
Oklahoma City, OK
Finally! Bravo! The HTJ's premiere issue is a wealth of information and witness. Looking forward to the Journal with gusto.
Rev, Allen Dec
Winchester, VA
Sharon Stoll
Tampa, FL
I love Sarajane's music!
Rhonda Vasey
Sun City, AZ
Thank you for your timely articles with their suggestions for clinical therapeutic possibilities (e.g. Linda Bloom's "Treatment challenges of opiate addiction" [W. '17-'18 HTJ].
Jodie Wiepking
Littleton, CO
This Journal never fails to amaze, prod, inspire. It just gets better and better.
Joanne Cavatorta
Carver, MA
Thanks for the latest issue [F. '18 HTJ]. I really enjoyed the article about your travels and the "Veriditas" music. Thank you for sharing this beautiful and inspired piece.
Maryalice Little
Painted Post, NY
I have just played through "Ajna," I'd like to convey how very much I enjoyed playing it and will enjoy learning it properly to play to patients. It is a piece which elicits such calm and rest and is a glorious composition. Thank you for sharing it in the HTJ.
Anita Zielonka
Sydney, NSW, Australia
You contributions to public knowledge of the therapeutic properties of the harp are immense,
Claire Dunne
Rozelle, Sydney, Australia
Thank you for your continued work in this amazing field. You are awesome!
Candace LiVolsi
Redding, CA
The latest issue [W. '16-'17] is, as always, highly inspirational. All the articles are so interesting and highlight points and practices.
Isabelle Guettres
La Mans, France
As always, your continued devotion to the HTJ is greatly appreciated. It is such a wonderful service to all the therapeutic harp practitioners - to have a place where research and articles are in one place.
Christina Tourin
HarpRealm@gmail.com
I just wanted to say thank you so much for the sheet music in the HTJ! It's my favorite part and have committed to learning both "The Whippoorwill" and "The Path" - fantastic songs! Very well written. Love it! Keep up the great work! ...Thanks again.
Martha Graham
Little Rock AFB, AR
I especially appreciate being introduced to subjects I didn't even know about (i.e. Sue Raimond's Sp. '16 HTJ article, "Day at the office," about therapy with wolves.
Jodie Wiepking
Littleton, CO
I always look forward to receiving the HTJ... . What a delight to be able to share with others, some in far-away places! Thank you for all you do for us!
MariAnne Lounsbury
Commerce City, CO
I have been enjoying re-reading my HTJs dating back to 2006 and I really like the variety of content, as well as hearing about how different people have been working therapeutically with the harp.
Thank you for all the work you have put into producing the Journal over the years - it really maintains a sense of community within the field of therapeutic harp and particularly for those of us who are not in the USA, where lots of activity takes place.
I have also been re-reading your Good Vibrations book again and I find it fascinating how I learn so much more from the same book when I re-read it, having had more experience of the subject in the meantime. It's such a good book!
Rebecca Penkett
Mixenden, Halifax, West Yorkshire, UK
Don't want to miss a single issue. ...I learned your "Appreciation" piece and have played it a local Trauma Healing Project... .
Karen Lee
Springfiled, OR
The digital version of the HTJ is excellent! All is very clear and a good large size to see handily. I just easily printed out "Reverie" as a piece to begin after the Mother's Day gig. I really like the new view of the Journal. I adore! Hats off to you!
Aprille Isham
Manhattan Beach, CA
The HTJ is an invaluable source of information and inspiration for those interested in the field. I am always looking forward to reading it!
Silvia Maserati
Milano, Italy
Even though I am a flutist, I enjoy the Journal very much. Thank you.
Stephanie Wheeler
Columbia, CT
...Thank you so much. I love the HTJ and gain new insight from the articles.
Nancy Johnson
Mesa, AZ
You remain on the cutting edge of harp therapy issues. As always, I marvel at the wonderful work you are doing, and the many people you are touching with your efforts....
Ruth Papalia
Cortland, NY
I so appreciate the breadth and depth of this journal. Thanks for your good work. I wouldn't miss an issue for the world.
Joanne Cavatorta
Carver, MA
[HTJ-] inspiring and informative!
Cheryl Valantis
Gainesville, FL
Thanks for keeping the Journal going. I always learn something and get inspired.
Melissa Collins
Owego, NY
I always thoroughly enjoy the Journal and thank you deeply for your continued vision and hard work in producing it. Keep up the effort, it is deeply appreciated....
Debi MacKay
Oro Station, ON, Canada
The HTJ [Spring 2012] is again so interesting, thank you very much!
Ulrike Krone-Schmitt
Baden-Baden, Germany
Thank you. I really appreciate reading the HTJ because it keeps me informed about how harp music is being used as a powerful healing tool in the present day. I have particularly really enjoyed reading the articles related to Pythagoras and the metaphysical aspects of music.
Rebecca Penkett
Gainest, Halifax, England
...Thank you for all the work you do to educate, inform and encourage the work we do in harp therapy. ...Thank you for the Journal and the solid knowledge and research you share for our education and the good of our patients. You are a gift.
Margaret Warczek
Auburn Hills, MI
I always learn something new and interesting from the Journal. It's a real inspiration!
Kathleen Morris
Corvallis, OR
I love reading the Journal. I learn a lot and the information is wonderful.
Jan Mulrooney-Kuhn
Springfiled, IL
I ordered the Anniversary Collection of all the back issues of the HTJ because I thought it would be interesting reading - but it's been so much more. As I was reading, it felt a little like sitting around the living room listening to the "oldsters" exchanging stories about growing up. I "watched" history unfold and gained an appreciation for the roots of the field. I'm so appreciative of those who paved the way, for where we've been and how far we've come. For folks like me who are newer to the field, I highly recommend the collection.
Dee Sweeney, Director
Clinical Musician Certification Program
www.harpforhealing.com
What a great Harp Therapy Journal issue (Su. '11)! But I mostly wanted to tell you I really enjoyed your article on the teachings of Dhyani Ywahoo. I am always amazed at the wisdom of ancient traditions. ...
Laurence Marie
Shediac, NB, Canada
I want to thank you ever so much for taking the time and intention to craft such a beautiful article (Sp. '11) on the roots of the PA Germans. ...
Sarah G. Schwartz, CTHP
Medina, OH
Your article on Pow Wow, sympathetic medicine and energetic healing - the alchemy of intention (Winter 2012-2013) resonated with me. It brought to light a variety of practices used to bring healing, which may work in harmony with those who use music, and especially that of the harp, as a means to restore balance, create a space for reflection, offer joy, healing and ultimately bring Heaven to Earth. Thank you for the other articles as well. They were all inspiring. I look forward to the next HTJ.
Kathy Schrock
Kempton, PA
...The spring 2013 issue is an outstanding production. Your in-depth research regarding the flu season and its effects regarding therapeutic musicians was especially well done. This should appear in other journals as the information was well collected, dispensed and informative.
I look forward to every issue!
Bambi Niles, RN, CTHP
Oneida, NY
I enjoyed the article in the Spring 2013 HTJ issue about Verlene Schermer very much and the article on flu prevention contained very pertinent information for therapeutic musicians.
Thank you for all of your work!
Jacqueline Lynaugh
Hayward, CA
I continue to enjoy reading and learning from the Journal. The articles inspire me in my dedication to work as a music practitioner and teacher. So much valuable information makes me proud to be a harper! Thank you, thank you!
Mona Terry
Davenport, IA
Thank you for all your wonderful articles. I really enjoy the HTJ.
Corelia Tom
Flagstaff, AZ
Thank you! I love The Harp Therapy Journal.
Beatrice Rose
Monroe, OR
The article on PowWow [Winter 2012-'13 HTJ] was amazing.... Loved it, thank you.
Lisa Schadt
Allentown, PA
...Thanks for the Fall 2012 issue of the HTJ...wonderful as usual and thank you for sharing "Winter Solstice"...it is lovely! A few friends and I are planning some kind of celebration for that date so will play your piece.
Laurence Marie
Sheldiac, BC, Canada
I enjoy every bit of each issue of The Harp Therapy Journal, Thank you for all of the work you do to support therapeutic harpists everywhere through this publication.
Jane Franz
Eugene, OR
The article in Spring 2012, "Harmonic resonance theory," was fantastic. It may explain some amazing work Marilyn Edwards reports related to musical tone healing. Thanks again.
Sable Shaw
Carson City, NV
What an interesting interview with Paul Gileno (Summer 2012 HTJ). Your article on "Easing the pain" and the survey of working therapeutic musicians are very enlightening.
Bonnie Stoltz
Bethlehem, PA
Thank you! I enjoy reading the Journal.
Paula Brobst
Laporte, CO
...It is always very interesting to read the Harp Therapy Journal — much information, experiences of other harp therapists, lots of sharing. Thank you very much again.
Isabelle Guettres
Le Mans, France
...Nice article by Jan Cauffman in your Spring 2012 Journal.
Mary Stevens
Havre, MT
I loved the Spring 2012 HTJ issue — so diverse and rich. The articles from Betsy Chapman and Lynda Kuchenbrod were both rich with information. Dr. Steven Lehar's article was wonderful - he talks about very complex ideas in a cohesive and understandable way. It pulled together many of the pieces of my studies and will be an article for me to go back to. Sad that his work is not acknowledged — but that's the way of pioneers. Then there's Jan Cauffman's article about "Grief" which is so good...
Dee Sweeney, CCM
Centennial, CO
Thanks for all the fantastic work you do.
Eve Watters
Crozet, VA
...The whole [Spring 2012, HTJ] issue is fascinating, especially the interview with Steven Lehar.... Thanks for all your hard work.
Betsy Chapman
Boyertown, PA
What an incredible [Spring 2012] HTJ issue! I read it from cover to cover in one sitting!
The article on "Grief" was of particular interest... . It confirmed in my mind the need to go through a therapeutic music program before doing VAHT. In the IHTP we learned how to differentiate emotions that belong to the client versus to ourselves. It is OK to feel empathy but not to feel sympathy... like the author of the article says you cannot be a good healer if you take on the clients emotional or physical issues. In my class of 2000, some people decided they needed to go in therapy to deal with unresolved issues that had transpired through some of the role playing we had been doing. This aspect of caring isn't taught in nursing school or medical school and probably not in social work or other similar programs... .
Laurence Marie
Shediac, N-B, Canada
I don't want to miss any of your great journals! Thank you so much for its consistency and inclusivity.
Cynthia Price-Glynn
Dedham, MA
Nice Journal (Su. '10), as always! I especially liked the interview parts I (Sp. '10) and II, with Konstantin Korotkov and also your great article on fibromyalgia.
Lynette Edelson
Alta Loma, CA
Thank you. I really enjoy the Journal.
Jenelle Balzer-Ediger
West Linn, OR
Thank you so much for this thought-provoking Journal.
Irene Tukuafu
Nawvoo, IL
I thoroughly enjoy the articles and reading about the variety of programs offered..
Karen R. Rife
Oak Island, NC
Thank you so much for providing this wonderful resource. I thoroughly enjoy the informative articles and touching stories. I often read it cover-to-cover in one sitting! Thanks for sharing the HTJ with others in support of our special work.
Rita Schrimpf
Rittman, OH
I always look forward to receiving the HTJ, however, I especially enjoyed the WInter 2010 issue. Thank you for keeping us informed and validating the practice of harp therapy.
Denise Llewellyn
Montreal, Canada
The Winter 2010 HTJ was the best yet - just full of wonderful articles. I find it very exciting to read in more and more healthcare-related journals about how hard science is confirming the wisdom of the ancients, particularly about the heart....
Melinda Gardiner
Hillsdale, NY
Thanks for the high quality articles and interviews - each time there is something new and unexpected....
Portia Diwa
San Bruno, CA
I've subscribed to your journal for the past year and eagerly look forward to its arrival in the mail. Mona Peck's interview with Therese Schroeder-Sheker was enlightening on different levels. This sacred work of live harp and voice vigils by certified music thanatologists is powerful and so needed. I am a registered nurse by profession and have witnessed how music- thanatology vigils change the energy in the room of the dying especially in the acute care system.... Many thanks to the HTJ for keeping us informed and inspired.
Trish Weaver
Happy Valley, OR
I'm very impressed with your journal.
Dr. Mary Jean Etten
Brooksville, FL
I really liked the memorization article in the Winter 2008 HTJ....
Anita Leschied
Woodslee, ON, Canada
I always enjoy getting the latest issue of the HTJ.
Rebecca Lytle
Franklin, PA
The Fall issue of the HTJ has to be the beset one yet! The cymatics research article was wonderful, exactly the kind of thinkg we shoudl be reading about more. I was alos excited to read about the meeting of NSBTM members and the AMTA. What the organizers did to get this meeting accomplished deserves applause.
Laurie Riley
www.laurieriley.com
The last few issues of the HTJ have been both fascinating and intriguing. You continually outdo the previous issue! The article by Susan McAlister about using tuning forks for healing - backed up by scientific evidence - was extremely interesting. And the interview with John Stuart Reid (Fall '08) sent me scurrying to the website to learn more.
It is both exhilirating and humbling to realize how the music of the harp reaches back to the distant past, as well as forward to the cutting edge of the future.
Linda Bloom
Allentown, PA
Thanks again for the Journal. I always look forward to receiving it.
David Howland
Yokohama-shi, Kanagawa-ken, Japan
The HTJ is an excellent publication. I particularly enjoy reading about progress outside the USA. Bethan Hughes's article (SU. 06) was excellent! Thanks for all your hard work.
Elisabeth Westhead
Carlin How, Saltburn, UK
I'm retired from playing for hopsice patients, yet I eagerly devour each issue of the HTJ.
Sue V. Moore
Gainesville, GA
...I woudl like to send you my heartfelt respect and gratitude for what you have done for the field of harp therapy. We Japanese have many difficulties in having this work fit in the society, but your HTJ is certainly a great encouragement for us.
Masako Shinto
Kohoku-ku, Yokohama, Japan
I appreciate your exceptional information and resources.
Aprille Isham,
Manhattan Beach, CA
I truly enjoy this journal. Thank you for all of the work you do.
Geraldine Wright
Ravenna, OH
Thanks for the always timely and interesting articles.
Barbara Glick
Duluth, MN
I love this journal.
Carol Stein
Galloway, NJ
Thank you for all your work with the HTJ. It is excellent, and so very helpful.
Sally Ann Henwood
peaceharp@excite.com
...Thank you for keeping us updated on the developments in the profession. We have come a long way.
Carol Rohl
Warren, ME
...That was a wonderful story, "A Life Changing Journey," by Lynn Marks (Sp. 05) - most inspiring.
Marcia Capelle
Leura, Australia
Keep up the good work.... Thank you.
Sabrina Falls
Indianapolis, IN
Thanks for a wonderful publication!
Emma McKinney
Corinth, KS
Thank you - I love your journal.
Lynne Davis
Wendell, MA
I always enjoy your journal for inspirational purposes and as an inspiration as I develop my work in therapetuic music. ...and thank you for all or your pioneering work inthe field of harp therapy.
Grace Kohan
Corpus Christi, TX
The Fall 03 HTJ had several articles whci really resonated with me. Thank you for the great job you are doing.
Marilyn Wienand
Misenheimer, NC
I enjoy the Journal very much!
Edith Grunbaum, EdD
Concord, MA
I love the Journal - thank you!
Ann Dowdy
Salt Lake City, UT
Your newsletter is wonderful - thanks so much for creating it.
Sharon Lee Holbrook
Camp Hill, PA
I enjoy your newsletter.
Cheryl E. Nelson
Gettysburg, SD
The Winter 01-02 HTJ was wonderful. Everything tied together so well. I loved your "Music for the Mystics" article. Edgar Cayce has always been a favorite but I had not run across those quotes.... You are a courageous editor and print many articles that are not "mainstream." I appreciate that....
Jacqueline Thea
Mountainair, NM
I love your journal. Thank you.
Jennifer Saulsbury. Thank you.
Custer, WA
I love this journal. Thanks.
Sigrid Brooks
Chicago, IL
Thank you for the hard work you do to provide such great information.
Amy Kortuem
North Mankato, MN
...Your publication had provided inspiration and encouragement for me, as well as confirming my own experience. Now that I have retired from the practice of medicine, I hope to have more time than ever to enjoy the HTJ and to play my own harps.
Tee Campion
Highbridge, WI
Love the Journal - thanks for all the hard work.... I am a theology professor, chaplain, and harpist who has used harp for almost 20 years in medical, hospice and other therapetutic settings. I'm very glad to be subscribing to the HTJ and I recommend it to my harp students.
Diane Schneider, JD, PhD
Winona, MN
I truly enjoy the articles - every issue is a treat. Keep up the good work.
Maureen Sansburn
Oakland, CA
The HTJ really helped me out. I used the job proposal that was written in it (Su. 98) to present to our local hospital. They were quite impressed with it and we are talking about a position for a harp practitioner. YEAH!
Cyndi Bickel
Evansville, IN
I so enjoyed the article (F.98) by Don Estes. I have found his information to be a tremendous help.
Tina Tourin
Jericho Center, VT
I was favorably impressed by Don Estes' inspiring article (F. 98). It seems time that the sciences and the arts may become interrelated and each add their beauty to the other.
Barbara Hero
Wells, ME
I love the Journal. Good luck to you all.
Claire Roche
Bootersown, Co. Dublin, Ireland
In spite of an incredibly hectic schedule this year, I always find time to spend with your HTJ. You've done a great job with it and I'll look forward to what you have in store this year.
Randolph Case
Lawrenceville, GA
Just a few lines to let you know that I enjoy the Journal. The Su.1998 issue was excellent. I particularly enjoyed the articles "Harpist as patient" and "The body as teacher." If we don't know from personal experience what the patients want and need, how can we serve them well? ...Keep up those great articles.
Gladys Burgos
New York, NY
Your journal continues to be a wonderful inspiration. I loved the story about Sue Raimond and her tape for pets.
Marjorie Cerio
Oneida, NY
We enjoy your publication. Thanks.
Susan Moor
Dusty Strings
Seattle, WA
Thank you for the HTJ. I find it most interesting. Some time ago I tried to recruit students interested in finding the benefits of the harp but was unsuccessful and had given up on the idea until your journal arrived....
Mary J. Johnson
Naples, FL
Good luck in your work.I enjoy the Journal very much.
Arabella Sparnon
Sarasota, FL
Thanks! I think the Journal is great!
Karen Sheahan
Winfield, IL
I am thrilled that you have begun this journal. I believe it is an excellent bonus to the information about how the harp can be used.... I think this publication is timely and needed.
Beth Cole
Boulder, CO
I really appreciate this publication. Keep up the good work!
Maureen Sansburn
Oakland, CA
I really enjoy your Journal! Thanks!
Ruth Kamen
New York, NY
I am delighted for the opportunity to to connect with others, though your journal, who have an interest and attraction to this work. I have much to learn and believe the Journal will be an excellent resource. Thanks again.
Roxenne Smith
Largo, FL
I work at a hospital and use my harp at least twice a week. I was thrilled to see such a publication. Thank you!
Ida Gannon
Elmhurst, IL
...I find your journal to be very thought-provoking. I have felt for some time that the harp in particular is a very beautiful and ministering instrument....
Kathy Mills
San Gabriel, CA
Your article are so inspiring and helpful. I look forward to receiving the Journal in the mail. Keep up the good work.
Margaret McNealy
Woodstock, IL
I have only recently discovered your journal It was wonderful to read about people who are doing and writing about the things I believe in....
Leatrice Liel Lily
Missoula, MT
I was delighted to receive the premier issue of the HTJ.... I am very glad that you have created it as a forum which provides a solid foundation for the emerging field....
Joanne Bosky
Ann Arbor, MI
Finally a harp publication that addresses my heart!
Murtis Carver
Burnsville, NC
I can't remember when I have been this excited reading a newsletter!
Chloe Lilly
Oklahoma City, OK
Finally! Bravo! The HTJ's premiere issue is a wealth of information and witness. Looking forward to the Journal with gusto.
Rev, Allen Dec
Winchester, VA