Heather Johnson - Harpist - Flutist

Heather Johnson has been charming audiences internationally with her brilliant performances since she began study of the harp at the age of seven.  She has a  Masters of Music degree  from the University of Miami and employed as a freelance musician.

Heather was principal harpist for the Key West Symphony. She has performed with Miami Symphony Orchestra, Presented at the Florida Flute Association (harpist in Concert Flute and Harp duos). Heather has performed with Alhambra Orchestra, University of Miami Orchestra and Band. Florida International University. Florida Atlantic University, Barry University, Nova Southeastern University. Mariachi Fiesta Grande, Principal harpist with Portland Youth Philharmonic, Portland State University Orchestra and Band, Columbia Symphony, Marylhurst Symphony, Sinfonia Concertante Orchestra, Cantores De Ecclesia, Reed College, Clark College and principal harpist with the Metropolitan Youth Symphony.

A highly motivated and versatile individual, Heather brings a unique blend of technical strength, musicality and poised stage presence to charm and captivate her audience.

Education:

• MM Music, Instrumental Performance -University of Miami 2006.
• BM Music Performance- Portland State University 2003 (graduated with honors)
• BS Music and Arts and Letters-  Portland State University 2002 (graduated with honors)
• AA, AS Oregon transfer degrees – Portland Community College (graduated with honors)

Master Classes with:

• Kristin Agresta
• Rita Costanzi
• Janice Ortega
• Nora Bumanis 

Teachers:

• Valerie Von Pechy Whitcup -Harp
• Marilyn Shotola - Flute
• Anna Peterkort - Flute

Professional Membership:

• Member of the American Harp Society

International Tours:

• 2000 Australia and New Zealand – Portland Youth Philharmonic
• 1999 British Isles - Metropolitan Youth Symphony and Symphonic Band.
• 1998. Banff, Canada, International Festival of Youth Orchestras - Portland Youth Philharmonic

Community service:

• Assist in functions of the Miami Beach Rowing Club
• Habitat for Humanity, Miami
• Assist in fundraisers for education and non profit groups.
• Bring music to assisted living facilities.
• Former Officer and Webmaster for PSU Viking Crew Team.
• Volunteer with the Portland Youth Philharmonic.
• Blood and platelet donor for the American Red Cross

Community involvement:

• Oregon Rowing Unlimited.
• Member of US National team, 2006 U23 Womens lightweight rowing
• Former member of the Miami Beach Rowing Club
• Served as membership chair for BSA explorer post 915,  rebuilt computers to donate to charity.
• Participant in the Seattle to Portland bicycle event Seattle to Portland Bicycle Classic
• Tri athletic competitor at Blue Lake Park, Oregon.

Scholarships:

• Beaverton Rotary Foundation
• Monday Musical
• Jeannine Cowles
• University of Miami - School of Music

Recordings:

• Heather Johnson - Harp                                                                                                            Recorded Mixed and Mastered -        
• The HUB Entertainment group   

Hobbies:

• Music
• Reading
• Computers
• Rowing
• Bicycling
• Tri athlete