Explore a world of music with me—classical elegance, contemporary favorites, and popular melodies thoughtfully arranged to make your event unforgettable.”
—Ann Lobotzke
About
Ann Lobotzke’s career is a vibrant celebration of music, performance, and teaching—driven by a deep love of sharing the harp’s magic with every audience. From the moment she first heard the harp as a child, Ann Lobotzke was captivated. That passion grew into a lifelong journey, earning her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in harp performance under the guidance of distinguished mentors Danis Kelly, Alice Chalifoux, Judy Loman, and Jeanne Henderson.
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Ann’s versatile career spans orchestras, theater pits, and stages worldwide. As principal harpist of the Milwaukee Ballet Orchestra and a longtime Milwaukee Symphony collaborator, she has performed classical masterworks, pops programs, and live film scores alongside legends like Tony Bennett, Josh Groban, and Johnny Mathis. Her performances have graced Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, Ravinia Festival, and Teatro Amadeo Roldán in Cuba, as well as multimedia concerts celebrating video games like The Legend of Zelda and Pokémon.
Beyond the concert hall, Ann is sought after for weddings, corporate gatherings, and private celebrations, where her polished, versatile playing transforms every occasion into an unforgettable experience for hosts and guests alike. Her extensive repertoire—classical, contemporary, and popular—is thoughtfully curated to create unforgettable experiences for every occasion.
A passionate educator, Ann inspires students of all ages, mentoring advanced students at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee’s Peck School of the Arts and guiding young harpists through the Suzuki method.
Bring Ann Lobotzke’s artistry to your next event or begin your own musical journey—contact her today to create an experience you and your guests will never forget.
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Reviews
… harpist Ann Lobotzke took us to the land of dreams that is Debussy’s 1915 Sonata. The episodic, improvisational first movement drifted by like lovely, idle thoughts in a reverie, a free and beautiful as clouds on a summer afternoon.
—Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
… Only the finest musicians have a way of making what they do look easy.
—Times Record
Harpist Ann Lobotzke provided sensitive accompaniment to the piece.
—Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
The true hero of Swan Lake is Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, whose magnificent score is masterfully played by the Milwaukee Ballet Orchestra. Pink’s interpretation of the last two minutes is simply perfect: The swans face upstage… bathed in dreamy moonlight, accompanied by twinkling arpeggios from harpist Ann Lobotzke.
—Shepherd Express
Ann Lobotzke was the expert harpist in Ravel’s Introduction and Allegro.
—Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Song List
Discover the perfect soundtrack for your celebration.
Ann Lobotzke offers an extensive and versatile repertoire to suit any occasion—from elegant background music to engaging concert programs. Below is just a small sampling of the music available. Whether you’re planning a wedding, special event, or community program, Ann can tailor the selections to create the perfect musical atmosphere.
For a more comprehensive repertoire list or to discuss specific musical preferences, please contact Ann directly.
Classical
- Allegro Maestoso from Water Music Suite – Handel
- Bride’s March (Here Comes The Bride) – Wagner
- Canon in D – Pachelbel
- Clair de Lune – Debussy
- Crown Imperial Coronation March – Walton
- Gymnopedie No. 1 – Satie
- Jupiter from “The Planets” – Holst
- O Mio Babbino Caro – Puccini
- Ode to Joy – Beethoven
Popular
- All I Ask of You
- All of Me
- Beauty and The Beast
- Can’t Help Falling in Love
- Fields of Gold
- From This Moment On
- Happy
- Hallelujah
- Have I Told You Lately
- In My Life
- La Vie en Rose
- Misty Moon River
- Over The Rainbow
- Stairway To Heaven
- A Thousand Years
- ’Til There Was You
- Unchained Melody
- What A Wonderful World
- You Raise Me Up
Celtic/Folk
- Ae Fond Kiss
- Arran Boat Song
- Ashokan Farewell
- Danny Boy
- Simple Gifts
- Skye Boat Song (Outlander)
- Slane
- The Water is Wide
Jewish
- Dodi Li (I Am My Beloved’s) – Bride’s March
- Erev Shel Shoshanim (Evening of Roses) –
- 7 Blessings
- Hatikvah – Postlude
- Simon Tov (Good Fortune) – Recessional
Sacred
- Amazing Grace
- Ave Maria (Bach-Gounod)
- Ave Maria (Schubert)
- Be Thou My Vision
- Come Thou Font of Every Blessing
- It Is Well With My Soul
- Lord’s Prayer
- Rock of Ages
- This is My Father’s World
New Age
- Celestial
- Gratitude
- River Flows in You
- Water Spirit
Teaching
Ann’s teaching studio welcomes harpists of all ages and experience levels. Through her training with the Suzuki Association of the Americas, she is skilled at guiding very young children as they take their first steps into the world of music.
More advanced students benefit from the opportunity to study with Ann at the Peck School of the Arts at the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee, where she prepares aspiring professionals for careers in today’s diverse music industry. Her university-level instruction emphasizes a strong technical foundation, expressive musicality, and the versatility required of 21st-century musicians. Many of her students have gone on to successful careers performing, teaching, and leading school music programs.
Ann also supports students pursuing advanced levels of the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM) exams, helping them achieve excellence through structured goals and high standards.
A particularly rewarding part of Ann’s teaching is working with adult students. Whether returning to the harp after a break or fulfilling a lifelong dream to learn, adult learners receive the same thoughtful instruction, encouragement, and practical technique to explore the beauty of harp music.
In-person and Zoom lessons are available.
