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08/20/2026

Earlier this week, I had the privilege of playing the harp for a dear lady from my church. Today, I stopped by again with my kids, and we played the piano and sang together. She requested Praise Him! Praise Him!—and we were happy to sing it with her.

My kids may not fully understand all that happened today, but they witnessed something beautiful: music calming a soul.

The agitation and repeated requests of “Keep singing!” and “Don’t leave me!” slowly gave way to a relaxed state and, eventually, a quiet nap.

Moments like this are one of the reasons I believe music is such an important part of our lives. It can bring comfort, create connection and stir memories.

I’m grateful my children got to witness that today. ❤️

08/18/2026

Mark your calendars! I’ll be playing the harp at the Prattvillage Gardens on Saturday, August 29th from 10:30-11:30.
This is a free event open to the public.

08/17/2026

08/15/2026

Last week, I had the privilege of playing at the bedside of Ms. Nettie, a dear, sweet lady I met at church. She had been placed on hospice, and I had a little window of time one afternoon to go visit her. I carried the harp in one hand and my hymn book in the other. ❤️

Today, I had the honor of playing for her funeral service.

Ms. Nettie had requested How Great Thou Art and His Eye Is on the Sparrow. Her niece also requested that I sing Beulah Land and play it on the piano.

It is truly an honor to be welcomed into such a tender and special family moment. There is something deeply meaningful about being able to share music when words aren’t quite enough.

08/15/2026

Last night, after getting the kids in bed, I finished my practice time and turned off the studio lights.

From her bed, Paisley called, “Mama, can you play that song one more time?”

So I played His Eye Is on the Sparrow one more time.

When I finished, Paisley yelled from her room, “Good job, Mama!” And James clapped from his bed. ❤️

This morning, Paisley heard me play it through again and said, “You do such a good job playing that song, Mama! It’s a pretty song. It’s not a sad song at all.”

She knows I’m playing it at a funeral service this morning, so I think she was trying to reassure me in the sweetest little way.

Sometimes our children remind us of something we already know: even in moments of sadness, there can still be something beautiful. ❤️

08/14/2026

If you’re new around here, hi! 👋 I’m Bethany. And if you’ve been following me for a while… you may learn something new too!

I’m a harpist, pianist, teacher, wife, mom, homeschooler, and the person behind Bethany Studios. I’ve been making music for more than 20 years, from weddings and special events to piano and harp lessons.

I love creating beautiful music for life’s special moments—but I also really love helping people discover that they can make music themselves.

A few things you might not know about me:

🎵 I play both harp AND piano (and sometimes sing, too!).

🌎 I was born in São Paulo, Brazil, and eventually made my way to Alabama.

☕ I’m a serious coffee lover.

🍫 Dark chocolate will almost always get my attention.

🥖 I’m also a sourdough baker, so when I’m not making music, there’s a decent chance I’m making bread, muffins, cookies, and more.

And perhaps most importantly… I really do believe music is about more than performing the right notes. It’s about creating memories, building confidence, celebrating milestones, and bringing people together.

So whether you’re here because you’re planning a wedding, looking for live music, interested in lessons, or you just enjoy following along—welcome! I’m glad you’re here.

You can learn more about Bethany Studios at

Live harp and piano music for weddings and special events in Alabama, plus private harp and piano lessons for students of all ages.

08/13/2026

The River Region Harp Ensemble rehearsals have officially begun for our 2026 concert! Looking forward to another season of learning and growing together.

Save the date: December 14, 7PM

08/11/2026

Getting ready for Christmas concerts! Since she had just learned this piece she performed it for our Church talent show.
Little Children, Wake and Listen

08/08/2026

Have you ever driven past the Prattvillage Garden and thought, “I really should stop and walk through there sometime”?

Here’s your reason!

Come enjoy the beautiful garden maintained by the Autauga County Master Gardeners, take a leisurely stroll, and enjoy some live harp music along the way.

Save the date and come wander awhile!

08/05/2026

One of my favorite parts of teaching is connecting students with resources that help them continue learning outside of lessons.

During a lesson today, I realized it had been quite some time since I'd shared my list of websites that offer free piano sheet music. If you're looking for new music to explore, I hope you'll find these resources helpful.

I'm often asked if I know where you can find free music and often look for specific exercises and pieces for my students. I have compiled this list of websites I have personally used and welcome any...