UNIVERSITY NEWS LAST UPDATED : 01 MARCH
Ukrainian harpist Veronika Lemishenko joins the Harp Department as Visiting Tutor. Her harp performances have captivated audiences around the world, from the Royal Academy of Music in England and the Berliner Philharmonic in Germany, to the Vienna Konzerthaus in Austria and the Teatro La Fenice in Italy.
As Visiting Tutor, Veronika will visit RBC every term for enriching workshops and masterclasses, where students will have the opportunity to learn directly from Veronika, tapping into her wealth of expertise and dedication to the art of harp playing. These workshops and masterclasses aim to enhance the students' musical education, nurturing their skills and broadening their artistic horizons.
Veronika is currently Principal Harpist at the Croatian National Theater in Osijek, Croatia. She is also a guest solo harpist with the National Symphony Orchestra of Ukraine.
Head of Harp Rita Schindler said: "I eagerly anticipate the opportunity to collaborate with Veronika on a range of musical projects and upcoming harp festivals hosted by RBC. These collaborations promise to bring fresh perspectives, inspired performances, and invaluable knowledge to the students and the harp community in the heart of England.