Ep 33: Mary Misiaszek

Heather chats with Mary about discovering the harp later in life and how a personal music hobby grew into something much bigger through patience, community, and creative curiosity.They explore self-teaching, double strung harps, memorising music, online learning, and the joy of helping other learners inside How To Harp.In this episode:• How Mary first fell in love with the harp after going to hear a flautist and leaving wanting a harp instead• Why she taught herself for years before finding the kind of technique-based learning she really needed• What she has learned about patience, polishing pieces, memorising music, and giving herself time to grow• Why she loves double strung harps and the musical freedom they give her• How becoming a Sweet Pea and helping with projects inside the membership has deepened her own learning• Why community, encouragement, and keeping joy at the centre matter so much in an adult music journeyThis is a warm and encouraging conversation about adult learning, musical growth, and finding meaningful ways to share your love of the harp.Host:Heather Downie - Harpist, Principal Lever Harp Tutor at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, Founder of How To HarpGuest:Mary Misiaszek - Harp Learner, How To Harp Community Leader (Sweet Pea), How To Harp MemberLearn with us:https://www.HowToHarp.com (membership, courses, retreats)If you enjoyed this episode, please like, comment, subscribe, and share it with a harp friend. It really helps the podcast grow!#HowToHarpPodcast #HowToHarp #HeatherDownieHarpist #DoubleStrungHarp #AdultHarpLearner