Ms. Ott's teaching outreach involves students from Florida, Alabama, Mississippi and Georgia, where focus is placed on harp technique, theory and ear training. Ms. Ott is the adjunct instructor of harp at the University of West Florida. In addition to her private students, she is the founder of the Premier Harp Ensemble of Northwest Florida. Ms. Ott is Past President the Gulf Coast Chapter of the American Harp Society, and the Principal Harpist of the Pensacola Symphony Orchestra. Click here for Ms. Ott's official website. |
Harp music provides the perfect elegant centerpiece for any special event. Ms. Ott's level of expertise enables her to tailor her performance to meet your specific needs. For a personal consultation regarding harp music for your special occasion, please email Ms. Ott. |
Ms. Ott teaches harp students of all ages. Beginner level harps can be quite affordable. Ms. Ott is an expert at helping the student determine their musical goals in order to assist in choosing the right harp for the student. For example, there are several excellent harp rental plans that can assist in making harp lessons a financially-friendly endeavor. Students may start playing the harp at a very early age. It is recommended that the student have prior musical experiences in the home, such as singing, moving to music and listening to music. Your child will be more successful in harp lessons if they exhibit the following readiness skills: * They can sing simple tunes with a light singing voice. * They can keep a beat with their bodies (as simple as patting the beat downward with their hands on their legs. * They have shown the ability to concentrate on a task for 20-30 minutes. * They have expressed a repeated interest in learning an instrument. Ms. Ott employs singing and moving in harp lessons and is an expert at developing the readiness skills so necessary for success on any musical instrument. However, learning the harp will be easier if these readiness skills are already in place, especially if the student is very young. If you are still unsure of your child's readiness for the harp, Ms. Ott will use the first lesson as exploration; the student will have the opportunity to play a harp that Ms. Ott provides, and see for themself if they enjoy the feel and the sound. The first lesson is free! If you are interested in harp lessons for yourself or for your child, please email Ms. Ott. |
Katie Ott "looks right at home embracing the instrument she spent years mastering". (Destin News) Katie Ott began her harp studies at the age of seven with Harriet Moore of Indianapolis, Indiana. Still in her youth, she attended Interlochen Music School for four summers continuing her studies with Ann Benjamin. She graduated from University of West Florida with a degree in Harp Performance. Ms. Ott is an active performer with the Philharmonic Chamber Orchestra, the Mobile Symphony Orchestra, and the Pensacola Symphony Orchestra, and has performed as harp soloist with the Okaloosa Chamber Singers, The Philharmonic Chamber Orchestra, The Pensacola Symphony Chamber Orchestra and the Northwest Florida Symphony. |
Katie Ott "looks right at home embracing the instrument she spent years mastering". (Destin News) Katie Ott began her harp studies at the age of seven with Harriet Moore of Indianapolis, Indiana. Still in her youth, she attended Interlochen Music School for four summers continuing her studies with Ann Benjamin. She graduated from University of West Florida with a degree in Harp Performance. Ms. Ott is an active performer with the Philharmonic Chamber Orchestra, the Mobile Symphony Orchestra, and the Pensacola Symphony Orchestra, and has performed as harp soloist with the Okaloosa Chamber Singers, The Philharmonic Chamber Orchestra, The Pensacola Symphony Chamber Orchestra and the Northwest Florida Symphony. |
Ms. Ott teaches harp students of all ages. Beginner level harps can be quite affordable. Ms. Ott is an expert at helping the student determine their musical goals in order to assist in choosing the right harp for the student. For example, there are several excellent harp rental plans that can assist in making harp lessons a financially-friendly endeavor. Students may start playing the harp at a very early age. It is recommended that the student have prior musical experiences in the home, such as singing, moving to music and listening to music. Your child will be more successful in harp lessons if they exhibit the following readiness skills: * They can sing simple tunes with a light singing voice. * They can keep a beat with their bodies (as simple as patting the beat downward with their hands on their legs. * They have shown the ability to concentrate on a task for 20-30 minutes. * They have expressed a repeated interest in learning an instrument. Ms. Ott employs singing and moving in harp lessons and is an expert at developing the readiness skills so necessary for success on any musical instrument. However, learning the harp will be easier if these readiness skills are already in place, especially if the student is very young. If you are still unsure of your child's readiness for the harp, Ms. Ott will use the first lesson as exploration; the student will have the opportunity to play a harp that Ms. Ott provides, and see for themself if they enjoy the feel and the sound. The first lesson is free! If you are interested in harp lessons for yourself or for your child, please email Ms. Ott. |
Pedal Harp and Lever Harp Lessons |
Premier Harp Ensemble |
Harp Ensemble is an additional performing opportunity for students in the studio of Ms. Ott. The Premier Harp Ensemble has performed frequently in the Gulf Coast region, including a series of concerts with the Philharmonic Orchestra of Northwest Florida. |
May 2, 2004 Daphne, AL |
Harpfest May 2, 2004 |
Harp Music for Weddings, Receptions and Special Events |
Harp music provides the perfect elegant centerpiece for any special event. Ms. Ott's level of expertise enables her to tailor her performance to meet your specific needs. For a personal consultation regarding harp music for your special occasion, please email Ms. Ott. |
Lever harps can be of widely varying sizes. |
Ms. Ott and her students in recital in June 2004. |
Past Performances: May 2, 2004 Daphne, Alabama November 11, 2004 Fort Walton Beach November 12, 2004 Santa Rosa Beach November 14, 2004 Destin & Panama City January 7, 2005 Fort Walton Beach May 26, 2005 Pensacola, Florida |
Katie Ott, Harpist Destin, Florida |
November 2004 |
November 11, 2004 Fort Walton Beach First Methodist Church |
Upcoming Performance: December 2, 2006 Grace Lutheran Church Destin, FL 6:00 p.m. |
Ms. Ott's teaching outreach involves students from Florida, Alabama, Mississippi and Georgia, where focus is placed on harp technique, theory and ear training. Ms. Ott is the adjunct instructor of harp at the University of West Florida. In addition to her private students, she is the founder of the Premier Harp Ensemble of Northwest Florida. Ms. Ott is Past President the Gulf Coast Chapter of the American Harp Society, and the Principal Harpist of the Pensacola Symphony Orchestra. Click here for Ms. Ott's official website. |
Fort Walton Beach: January 2005 |
