Ep 1: Sharlene Wallace

Heather sits down with Sharlene Wallace for a warm, engaging conversation about her journey from dance to harp, letting go of perfectionism, and playing from the heart. You’ll hear Sharlene’s unique creative approach, her thoughts on sound and expression, and stories that will inspire you to enjoy the music you make at every stage.In this episode:- How Sharlene moved from dance to harp- Playing from the heart and embracing imperfection- Insights on listening deeply and shaping your sound- The joys, challenges, and surprises of a lifelong creative journey- Highlights from Sharlene’s diverse performing and teaching careerGuest: Sharlene Wallace - versatile harpist, composer, and educator known for Celtic roots, classical colours, and adventurous collaborations.Host: Heather Downie - Harpist, Principal Scottish Harp Tutor at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, and founder of How To Harp.Enjoying the show? New episodes weekly.Follow/subscribe and share with a harp friend.Learn with us:https://www.HowToHarp.com (online membership, courses, retreats)