What they're saying about the American Youth Harp Ensemble! In the News
Celebrating Musical Achievements Paula A. Crider, to the Richmond Times-Dispatch
Stringing it Together Richmond.com
The American Youth Harp Ensemble plays Saturday at the Grace Baptist Church. more American Youth Harp Ensemble Frederick, Maryland News-Post
World class harpists to perform at Weinberg Center Frederick, Maryland Gazette
The American Youth Harp Ensemble Presents Park Stickney All About Kids Magazine
Cultural Series Features Harp Ensemble U.S. Department of State Magazine
State Magazine reports the Touring Ensemble's March performance in their State of the Arts cultural series on page 45. more Reviews from Edinburgh
 "Wow! What can I say? Wonderful - Amazing training - such dedication - technique galore . . . !"
"I’m in awe! Stage Presence Yes!!! Lovely in every way . . . beautiful music, lovely instruments presented with such professionalism in a lovely setting. BRAVO!" "What a joy to watch and listen to such a fine ensemble - so well “choreographed”- your attention to detail is refreshing and appreciated. They are learning a lot more than just music from you." "Malaguena (was a) stirring display of harp virtuosity and technique. Congratulations! Your group is so alive . . . !" "The precision displayed on the Allemande was only an introduction to the Passacaglia - Very Impressive!"
- Gary Locke, Head Adjudicator, Edinburgh Easter Festival "Dynamics - outstanding contrasts. Choice of music - Brilliant! Stage presence - Professional youngest to oldest! Style - Flair and Polish. Phrasing - Excellent throughout!" "Impressive opening, very clean and very musical! Your ensemble has a professional demeanor throughout!" Reviews from London
Celebrating Musical Achievements Paula A. Crider, to the Richmond Times-Dispatch
 “I'm amazed that so many harps can sound as one . . . such great talent and wonderful sound that is so rarely heard. Very fine in every way! Congratulations!”
- Joshua Thompson
“It is such a beautiful sound especially when played as you do... Great performance! ”
- Stanley Barnes “Wonderfully musical contribution to this year's festival.”
- Brian O'Keefe “Wonderful work on dynamics and phrase development . . . very professional! Thank you! All in all, a mesmerizing performance! Thanks very much!! BRAVO! . . . I've had the pleasure of hearing this group twice this week – what a treat!”
- David Webb “What a beautiful sight! Melody is nicely contoured – thank you! . . . Congratulations on a great performance. It was very enjoyable.”
- Richard Chapman “What a perfect setting for your music-making. Congrats to this talented ensemble and to your outstanding teachers. I thoroughly enjoyed your performance. Thank you for the beautiful music!”
- Paula A. Crider “Beautiful tone . . . a very skillful and professional ensemble. The audience's attention was held throughout.”
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