Teaching
 
Nelda’s instruction of students is based in fundamentals of harp technique.  An assessment of the student’s motivation, goals, and background is determined from the beginning.
 
Nelda presents a solid hand position, basics of music theory, effective practice techniques, musicianship, solo/ensemble repertoire development and maintenance of instrument repair.
 
Nelda’s teaching mission is to provide a sense of accomplishment to beginning students by using varied melodies that sound complex while actually being beginning level repertoire.  It is a goal to bring each student enrichment of the harp experience and to share a passion for music and the harp.

 
Ensemble Playing
 
Nelda emphasizes the importance of private instruction, but also promotes the value of the ensemble experience for musical development, support and camaraderie.  This is particularly important for the harp student where practicing is a solo experience, as is the case for those who do not have access to a high school or community orchestra.
 
In ensemble class, students can share their progress by performing before each other on a monthly basis and have fun performing together during ensemble.
 
The ensemble experience will provide a rich opportunity to the child, teen, adult, and the hobbyist student.

 
Lessons
 
Lessons are suggested on a weekly basis for 30 minutes.  Cost is $25.00 per half hour.  Payment is preferred on a monthly basis.

 
Education
 
Ms. Etheredge’s harp education began at age 8. She studied with Symphony harpists in and around San Antonio until high school graduation. Nelda’s teachers were first generation students of Carlos Salzedo and Marcel Grandjany.  She attended the University of the Incarnate Word and the University of Houston where she studied with Beatrice Rose, former principal harpist of the Houston Symphony. She has attended master classes conducted by Alice Chalifoux.


Harp Instructor
 
Adjunct Harp Instructor – Trinity University

Musical Arts Center for San Antonio (MACSA)
San Antonio, Texas
 
Harp Circle San Antonio Ensemble
San Antonio, TX

 
Memberships
 
President – San Antonio Chapter of American Harp Society
Member – International Folk Harpers & Craftsmen Society
Member – Tuesday Musical Club
Music Ministry in various churches in San Antonio

 
Appearances
 
Nelda Etheredge has performed in numerous venues all over San Antonio including:
 
San Antonio Country Club
The Argyle Club
Northern Hills Country Club
Forest Waters Country Club
The Plaza Club
Club Giraud
Southwest Craft Center
Spring Hill Event Center
Castle Avalon
Many other hotels and wedding event locations

 
Previous Performances
 
In April 2004, Ms. Etheredge was asked to perform at a Tea given in the honor of the former First Lady, Mrs. Barbara Bush.  The Tea was held at the Empire Theatre.
 
Ms. Etheredge’s previous regular performances include:
 
Sonterra Club’s “Sunset Room” (1993 – 2001)
Oak Hills Country Club Dining Room (Since 1998)
La Madeleine Restaurant (1993 – 1994)
San Antonio Harp Ensemble  (1985 – 1988)
Radisson Hotel (Since 1993)
Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church Christmas Eve (Since 1993)
Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church (Since 2000)
Oblate Lourdes Grotto Catholic Church (Since 2000)