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:
Harp Journeys Festival for Adults (est. 2006)
Houston Summer Harp Festival (est. 2000) — a harp immersion week for ages 11–19. The Houston Summer Harp Festival offers harp rentals, on-campus housing, and scholarships. More information do to www.HoustonSummerHarpFestival.com
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