Carolyn Sykes has been teaching music for over 20 years, starting in Australia and continuing in the United States. She has taught in her private studios, in a music school for children that she co-founded in Melbourne Australia, in colleges, and now in her own private school "Pacific Harps".

The students range in age from 4 years old to 75 years old, and all attend private one - on - one lessons. The tuition covers playing technique, music reading and theory, ear training, rhythm and composition. Each lesson is tailored to the specific needs of the individual student, and is designed to be inspiring and fun at all levels.

Music is supposed to be an expression of joy, and all of us that teach here try to make it that way. Music does take some diligence and practice on the part of the student, but the rewards are great. Even for the small children we try to keep the rewards coming with additional incentives and prizes.

Twice a year we hold a student recital and a party that all are welcome to participate in. We also hold adult playing circles for those who would rather not perform in such a formal setting as a recital. The adult students bring their own harps and we all play for each other in an intimate setting, followed by dinner.

We have harps for rent, so that you don't have to buy one before you have some experience, or before you are sure that this is what you or your child want to continue with. When you are ready to buy, we are happy to help advise you, and help you choose the best instrument for your needs.

Pacific Harps is located in Pasadena, California. If this is too far from you, feel free to ask us to refer you someone in your area.