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Harpist to perform Sunday at St. John in the Wilderness

Harpist Amber Joy Koeppento will perform at 4 p.m. Sunday at St. John in the Wilderness.

By Lightning Reports, Published: September 17, 2025

Harpist Amber Joy Koeppen will perform in a free concert in the Parish Hall of St. John in the Wilderness Church at 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 21.

From Genesis to Revelation, the Bible contains numerous references to harp music, some carrying healing properties. One of the oldest musical instruments in the world, the harp originated in Mesopotamia more than 2,000 years ago.

Classically trained, Koeppen mastered the modern harp more than 20 years ago, winning first place in the Rosen-Schaffer Competition for Young and Emerging Artists. She has continued to receive numerous awards for her solo concert performances while also performing with the New York City Ballet, the Battle Creek Symphony Orchestra and the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra. She currently serves as director of Appalachian State University’s Community Music School providing musical education in the North Carolina High Country.

Koeppen will share an eclectic collection of some of her favorite works for solo harp and will also be joined by two special guest students for the incredible experience of hearing three harps playing together.

Handicapped accessibility and free parking are available. Donations will be gratefully accepted for the Friends of Music and the Arts Series.

For more information visit www.stjohnflatrock.org