Emily Reader is a freelance harpist in Chicago, Illinois. They have performed with a variety of orchestras and ensembles in and beyond the Chicagoland area, including; Lake County Symphony Orchestra, Civic Orchestra of Chicago, Dubuque Symphony, Lake Geneva Symphony Orchestra, World Ballet, Gateway Chamber Orchestra, and Allegrezza Choir. In addition to ensemble performance, Emily regularly performs at the Langham hotel, Drake hotel, and private events.
Emily has a Masters of Music in Harp from Northwestern University and a Bachelors of Music in Harp Performance from Vanderbilt University. They have performed in masterclasses for Noel Wan, Emily Levin, Brandee Younger, and Lynn Margueritte Williams. They have also previously attended Chautauqua Institution Instrumental Program, Interlochen Arts Academy, Boston University Tanglewood Institute, and Birch Creek Summer Music Academy.
