Judy Loman is a renowned classical harpist whose musical mastery has captivated audiences for decades. As a native of Galesburg, Illinois, she moved to Canada in her youth, where she became a principal harpist with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, a position she treasured for 43 years before retiring. Loman studied harp performance under the tutelage of the famed Carlos Salzedo at the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia, a lineage that deeply influenced her approach to the instrument and her teaching methodology.

Throughout her illustrious career, Loman has not only performed but also greatly contributed to the harp repertoire, commissioning and premiering numerous works by esteemed composers. Her recordings exhibit the harp's versatile range, from the delicate nuances of Baroque pieces to the dynamic complexities of 20th-century compositions. Albums like "La harpe fantastique" and "The Romantic Harp" showcase her technical skill and artistic sensitivity, making her an influential figure in harp music and a treasure to classical enthusiasts. Loman's dedication to her craft has been recognized through various awards, including her appointment as a Member of the Order of Canada, and her role as an influential teacher at the Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto, where she has inspired a new generation of harpists.

Genres

Classical Harp

Harp

Latest Release

La harpe fantastique

Judy Loman

Album - 8 Tracks - Released December 9, 2022