About Siobhan Kerr

After earning a Bachelor of Arts Combined Honours degree in English and Music from McMaster University and a Bachelor of Education degree from Brock University, Siobhan also obtained multiple certifications in the Suzuki teaching method and loves to teach little ones!

She dedicates her time between her growing family with Patrick, her harp studio, and performing. Students of her vibrant Suzuki harp program can be heard performing in community concerts in the area. Previous patrons include St. Peter’s Hospital, Dundas Valley School of Art, Juravinksi Cancer Centre, Limeridge Mall, and the Cystic Fibrosis Princess Ball.

Siobhan plays professionally on both pedal and lever harps for private & community functions within the Golden Horseshoe area. She has performed for hundreds of weddings in and around the area, in almost every major venue. As an orchestral harpist, Siobhan performs regularly with the Cambridge Symphony, Burlington Symphony, and Southern Ontario Lyric Opera. She has also performed with the National Academy Orchestra (Boris Brott Festival), Oakville Chamber Orchestra, Kitchener-Waterloo Chamber Orchestra, and various choirs. She performs on a Lyon & Healy 85 Concert Grand pedal harp or a Lyon & Healy Troubadour lever harp, She enjoys making music with others – recently adding traditional Irish music to her pallet. Siobhan also sings and shares her music within her faith community. Residents in her immediate neighborhood have enjoyed her spontaneous porch concerts.

“Siobhan is a very talented musician with a wide ranging repertoire. Her beautiful playing always demonstrates her passion and dedication to her craft. As a teacher, Siobhan imparts her knowledge and work ethic to her students, while tailoring the lessons to meet the learning style and interests of each individual. She has encouraged my son over the last several years of lessons, adjusting as his needs and musical goals have changed. Siobhan is always supportive - we love her positive approach for learning and improvement!”

Sylvia, parent of long-time harp student