Cynthy Johnson is a Professional Harpist, Certified Therapeutic Harpist and Sound Healing Practitioner. The breadth and depth of her musical experience spans over 30 years encompassing Liturgical Organ, Piano, Flute, Acoustic Guitar, Voice, Native American Flute, Harp and Tibetan Bowls. Cynthy studied pedal harp at The Academy of Music, where she was trained in the Salzedo Method, under the tutelage of accomplished harpist Lynnelle Ediger-Kordzaia. She has been coached by several lever harpers including Frank Voltz. Cynthy is a member of the American Harp Society and a member of the International Society of Folkharpers and Craftsmen.
She holds an undergraduate degree in Health Sciences and has an extensive background in Music, Healthcare and Business Management. Cynthy also holds Certifications in Hospice Care, Christian Spiritual Direction, Business Management and Leadership Development.
Cynthy serves the Richmond, VA and surrounding communities as a Professional Harpist, Harp Instructor and Coach, and a Certified Therapeutic Harp Practitioner. She graduated from the International Harp Therapy Program in San Diego,CA. The International Harp Therapy Program is accredited by the Board of Therapeutic Musicians. To learn more about the highly specialized training and certification required of all Therapeutic Musicians, and especially Certified Therapeutic Harpists, please visit The National Standards Board for Therapeutic Musicians.
She teaches harp to students locally in her studio in Richmond, VA. Harp Students both locally and from around the country have sought Cynthy's unique and dynamic instruction, specifically tailored to encompass the student's initiatives and support the student in their specific goals.
Cynthy has been trained in the use of Himalayan Bowls from Tibet, Nepal and Bhutan; as a Sound Healing Practitioner she utilizes this training in her separate practice as a Certified, Licensed and Insured Reiki Master and Teacher. Cynthy is a member of The Sound Healers Association and The Healing Music Organization.
Cynthy serves her community as a Certified Christian Spiritual Director, and is a member of Spiritual Directors International. In addition, her work includes speaking engagements, personal consultations, and workshops of which she draws upon much of her past experiences to educate, inform, and entertain audiences.
Cynthy is highly regarded for her efforts to provide educational seminars to the medical community about the benefits of Harp Therapy, as well as her personal commitment to serving the community through charitable services to the Central Virginia Cursillo Community. She is also the founding member and President for a Chapter of the International Society of Folkharpers and Craftsmen in Central Virginia, the Anam Cara Harp Circle.