Julia H. Haines

Julia H. Haines is an independent musician, composer, and multi-instrumentalist with a rich career spanning several decades, beginning in 1976. As Head Harper, Julia has dedicated their work to setting ancient and contemporary sacred poetry to music, producing notable compositions like "Thunder: Perfect Mind" and "I Shall Sing a New Song: Miriam." Julia has performed at esteemed institutions such as Union Theological Seminary and The Rubin Museum of Art, while also serving as a music therapist and educator. In their roles at Experience Music and Woodland Pond At New Paltz, Julia utilizes a structured, multi-sensory approach to music therapy and education. With degrees from prestigious institutions including Smith College and Temple University, Julia has also made significant contributions to music programs at Stratford Friends School and Ramapo for Children.