Dr. Wiest’s large private teaching studio gives students the opportunity to play at WieStudios recitals several times per year. In addition, she offers many other performing opportunities. These include playing in orchestras, in the group Harpestry, at
corporate events, at care facilities and various therapeutic settings, at churches, at Harp
Foundation events, and many other venues.
Lessons are scheduled weekly or bimonthly in increments of 30 or 45 minutes. Lessons
incorporate Classical music, traditional technique, theory, chord-reading, improvisation,
and popular music. All ages are welcome—from the rank beginner to the seasoned professional!
Dr. Wiest is continually looking to incorporate the most current technologies in her studio.
In an effort to reduce the time and cost of travelling long distance for some students, Shelley
has utilized the SKYPE application for selected lessons .
Harp rentals are available to WieStudios’ students. We provide the highest quality of
instruments by the most recognized manufacturers in the industry—Lyon & Healy, Salvi,
and Triplett Harps. Renting a harp rather than buying one allows the student to have an opportunity to experience harp-playing without having to make a large initial investment.