TEACHING

“Music is a gift to be shared. It has the power to inspire, uplift, and connect us to one another. The study of music enhances self, community and life.”

Whether you desire to elevate your skills, prepare for a performance or expand your repertoire, Ms. DeRosa is committed to:

  • Nurturing a love for music and the harp

  • Developing skills and self-expression

  • Building confidence and polish

  • Enhancing each student’s personal experience with music

With over 30 years of teaching experience, Ms. DeRosa supports, encourages, and challenges students of all ages and levels on their musical journey.

Ms. DeRosa is based in Flower Mound, TX, within the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. Instruction is offered in person and online.

Workshops & Presentation Topics

A seasoned presenter, Ms. DeRosa offers group instruction, masterclasses, ensemble directing and workshops on a variety of topics including:

  • Technique and efficient movement

  • Musicality and expression

  • Stress management and performance preparation

  • Building confidence and ease in playing

  • Contemplative Music and collaborations

A complete list of offerings is available upon request.

Festival Director and Featured Artist

Kimberly is the Founding Director of:

She has presented as a Featured Artist at Northern Colorado Harp Festival; Harp in Worship; Beauty of the Harp; Gulf Coast Harpers Association; Young Audiences; American Harp Society Institute; and numerous Chapters of the American Harp Society.
Kimberly will be presenting at this year’s ONE HARP WORLD international conference presented by the American Harp Society and World Harp Congress in Toronto, Canada.

Contact Kimberly for your school, festival, or organization for a complete list of workshops, masterclasses.

Education & Affiliations

EDUCATION

  • Special Graduate Program, The Royal Conservatory of Music, Toronto under the direction of world-renowned harpist Judy Loman

  • Bachelor of Music, Southern Methodist University under the direction of Susan Dederich-Pejovich

CURRENT POSITIONS

  • Private Teaching Studio, in-person and virtual instructor

  • Houston Summer Harp Festival, founding director

  • Harp Journeys Festival for Adults, founding director

  • Lewisville Independent School District, Private Lesson Teacher (Independent Contractor)

PREVIOUS TEACHING AFFILIATIONS: Houston Baptist University, Sam Houston State University, Howard Payne University, School of the Woods Montessori School (Houston)

Calendar

Mar 6–7, 2026
Harp Journeys Festival for Adults — Flower Mound, TX

Jul 13–18, 2026
Houston Summer Harp Festival (ages 11–19) — Houston, TX

Jul 28 – Aug 3, 2026
“One Harp World” International Conference
American Harp Society & World Harp Congress — Toronto, Canada