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12 Days of Harp Happiness 2026

Polish Your Holiday Music and Play It With Joy

A 12-Day Holiday Course with Anne Sullivan. Starts Tuesday, December 1.

I'm ready for comfort and joy

$97 $47 until Nov 29 · Free for My Harp Mastery® members

Anne Sullivan smiling as she plays her pedal harp, framed with holiday sparkle

It's the holidays.

You've been practicing your music for months, but you're still not sure it's going to work.

Let's change that.

Starting Tuesday, December 1st, you can join me on a journey to polish your holiday music and prepare it (and you!) so you can play your music the way you've been looking forward to this holiday season.

I'll teach you how to

  • Make your music sound flowing and smooth, instead of hesitating or uncertain.
  • Prepare your music, so you can be sure that it will still sound beautiful when the pressure's on.
  • Prepare yourself, so you can banish fear and play with confidence.

And all of this in just 12 days!

The holidays are special, and we want our music to sound special too. I can tell you from personal experience that this is not the time to practice harder. It's the time to practice smarter. Doing the right kind of preparation makes all the difference between a musical season of comfort and joy, and a season of nerves, dread and fumbling fingers.

That's what my 2026 version of the 12 Days of Harp Happiness is all about.

I'm ready for comfort and joy
A harpist's hand on the strings in warm golden light

Imagine feeling "ready" for once.

Playing the harp, and particularly playing holiday music, should be fun. It shouldn't bring anxiety and worry. Once you learn how to make the shift from practicing the notes to practicing making the music, you'll discover the freedom and assurance to play with deeper expression. You'll feel ready, because you'll be ready.

That's why 12 Days is different this year.

Our 12 Days 2026 is not only about learning a brand-new carol arrangement. It's about those critical final days before a performance when you must transition from practice mode into playing mode. This mindset shift is the critical difference-maker between a shaky performance and one that really shines. I've crafted the theme of each lesson to inspire you, too.

12 Days of Harp Happiness 2026

1 New Arrangement · 6 Key Themes · 12 New Lessons · Endless Beautiful Music

Theme 1

Refocus

We'll get you out of practice mode and shift your focus to playing.

  • Dec 1 · Lesson 1: Mind the Melody
  • Dec 2 · Lesson 2 (LIVE): Find the Flow
Theme 2

Imagine

It's time to reconnect with the music and explore the expressive possibilities.

  • Dec 3 · Lesson 3: Set the Mood
  • Dec 4 · Lesson 4: Giftwrap It
Theme 3

Calm

Calm, confident playing starts in your practice room.

  • Dec 5 · Lesson 5: Panic-free
  • Dec 6 · Lesson 6: Finish Strong
Theme 4

Flex

Prepare the systems that will prevent a glitch from becoming a meltdown.

  • Dec 7 · Lesson 7 (LIVE): When In Doubt
  • Dec 8 · Lesson 8: The SOS System
Theme 5

Envision

Your playing is in your control when you make these key choices.

  • Dec 9 · Lesson 9: Be the Listener
  • Dec 10 · Lesson 10: Set an Intention
Theme 6

Release

Learn the correct way to let go of the worry so you can play with freedom.

  • Dec 11 · Lesson 11: Stop Fixing
  • Dec 12 · Lesson 12 (LIVE): Create Comfort

This isn't just a vision of sugar plums. It could be your holiday harping.

Get Out Your Calendar!

Here's what to expect starting December 1st.

Tue · Dec 1
Video lesson
Wed · Dec 2
Lesson 2 (LIVE)
One hour · Noon Eastern
Thu · Dec 3
Video lesson
Fri · Dec 4
Video lesson
Sat · Dec 5
Video lesson
Sun · Dec 6
Video lesson
Mon · Dec 7
Lesson 7 (LIVE)
With the My Harp Mastery® community · 7:30 PM Eastern
Tue · Dec 8
Video lesson
Wed · Dec 9
Video lesson
Thu · Dec 10
Video lesson
Fri · Dec 11
Video lesson
Sat · Dec 12
Lesson 12 (LIVE)
Play-In · Noon Eastern

Why short videos instead of long workshops?

Because it's December and you're super busy. Each video is bite-size, so you can watch it with your morning coffee and take it straight to the harp. The live calls give you opportunities to ask specific questions as we dive deeper into the strategies we're covering.

What's the Play-In? It's all about the twelves.

On the 12th day, at 12 noon, on 12/12, twelve harpists will play their holiday piece for our group. It's a friendly, low-stakes chance to play for your colleagues before you have to play for an audience. Sign-ups will open during the course.

And now for the big reveal: what is this year's carol arrangement?

It's the Wexford Carol.

This gently haunting Irish Christmas carol of the Renaissance had its origins in Enniscorthy in County Wexford, Ireland. I've arranged it specially for this course in two versions: an advanced version for pedal harp and a simplified version for lever or pedal harp. I'll be using the arrangement to demonstrate during the course, and you can learn it along with me. Of course, you can use a piece you've been learning for the course too. The sheet music for The Wexford Carol will be yours to play whenever you want.

The Wexford Carol sheet music, arranged for lever or pedal harp by Anne Sullivan

Let me make our 12 Days even a little happier.

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Here's the entire course in a nutshell.

In addition to the video lessons, you get

$12 value

A Brand-New Arrangement of The Wexford Carol

This beautiful carol is one of my favorites, and I've arranged it just for this course. You'll get two versions, an advanced one for pedal harp and a simplified version that works on lever or pedal harp, so every harpist can play it. Learn it as your holiday piece, or use it alongside the music you're already preparing.

$97 value

LIVE One-Hour Call on Wednesday, Dec. 2 at Noon Eastern

We'll get you off to a strong start by tackling the all-important focus shift that lays the groundwork for a beautiful performance.

$67 value

Special My Harp Mastery® Call, December 7

I'm hosting our December My Harp Mastery® call, and every 12 Days participant is invited. Bring your questions as you move from preparing your music to preparing yourself.

$97 value

Day 12 Play-In, 12/12 at 12 Noon

Sometimes the best way to get ready to perform is to perform. Twelve harpists will play their holiday piece for our group in a warm, encouraging space. Everyone is welcome to listen and cheer; sign-ups for the twelve playing spots open during the course.

$47 value

The PDF Course Workbook

The workbook includes all the techniques and strategies, plus helpful information about the Wexford Carol and some extra inspiration. It's a music preparation guidebook for this December and every performance after.

When you join 12 Days of Harp Happiness, you get ALL of this for…

$97 Just $47

If you loved past 12 Days… you'll love this!

Every December, 12 Days of Harp Happiness has been a bright spot in our Harp Mastery® year. Harpists tell me it's the thing that keeps them at the harp during the busiest season, and gets them excited for the year ahead.

Here's what some of them had to say:

“
Great job as usual Anne. So thankful that you have made this available for us to choose from different levels so that as we grow in our playing and abilities we can continue to play something we have already learned and can build upon it.
Ruth P.
“
I am enjoying working on this piece. The daily videos are so helpful because it provides an area of focus for the day.
Laure S.
“
Wow!! Both versions are SO SO SO SO beautiful. Thanks so much for arranging this. This course has offered so much and now this gorgeous bonus!!!
Cindy B.

Yep, 12 Days is always joyful… and this year's will be the most useful yet.

Anne Sullivan

Meet your guide

I'm Anne Sullivan, harpist, recitalist, educator, and founder of Harp Mastery®. I trained at the Curtis Institute of Music, and since 2012 I've helped adult harpists around the world practice smarter and play with more joy. Every December I'm preparing holiday performances right alongside you, and these are the strategies I use myself.

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Are you thinking, "Bah! Humbug!"
Let me help you with that.

Do I have to learn The Wexford Carol?

Not at all. You are welcome to learn it, but you may prefer to apply everything to the holiday piece you've already been preparing. The arrangement is there as our shared example, and a lovely gift.

I play lever harp. Is this for me?

Yes. The arrangement comes in an advanced version for pedal harp and a simplified version for lever or pedal harp, and every strategy you will learn works on any harp.

I don't have a performance planned. Should I still join?

Absolutely. "Performing" can mean playing for one family member or recording yourself on your phone. Practicing for performance makes your playing more secure, whether or not anyone is listening.

What if I can't make the live calls?

All three live sessions, including the Play-In, will be recorded, and replays are posted as soon as possible. Video lessons are available from the day they're released, and you'll have access through December 31st. You can download any of the videos or PDFs to keep forever.

Do I have to play in the Play-In?

No. Twelve spots are available for those who'd like to play, and everyone is welcome to come listen and cheer.

How much time will this take each day?

The video lessons are short and bite-size, designed for a busy December. Most of your time goes into your own practice, applying what you learn.

Is there a money back guarantee?

Of course! I think you'll be amazed at the change this course will make for you, but if you don't think you're discovering ways to prepare that you have never implemented before, simply email my team by 11:59 PM ET on Thursday, December 4th and we'll happily issue a full refund.

I'm a My Harp Mastery® member. Do I need to buy this?

No! 12 Days of Harp Happiness is my holiday gift to you. You'll get access automatically.

One-Time Payment $97 Just $47

I'm ready!

Want a recap?

What's includedValue
9 Video lessons$97
LIVE One-hour Call, Dec 2 at Noon Eastern$97
The Wexford Carol: advanced pedal + simplified lever-or-pedal versions$12
The PDF Course Workbook$47
My Harp Mastery® LIVE Call, Dec 7$67
LIVE Day 12 Play-In, Dec 12 at Noon Eastern$97
Total value$417

Your price: $97, or $47 with the Early Bird. Free for My Harp Mastery® members.

Ho, ho, ho! I'm ready to go!
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