Awarded the prestigious Young Artist Award by the National Arts Council, Katryna Tan holds a Master of Music in Harp Performance from the University of Michigan.
Based in Singapore and Malaysia, she has played a vital role in developing harp performance and education in the region. As both a performing harpist Singapore audiences admire and an experienced harp teacher Singapore students rely on, her work continues to influence aspiring harp musicians and elevate the visibility of harp music across Asia.
She was also honoured with the prestigious Setiawan Tuanku Muhriz (STM) title by the Negeri Sembilan Royal Institution in Malaysia for her artistic contributions.
As a professional harp artist and performing harpist, Katryna has appeared in major concerts, festivals, and international music showcases. She is frequently engaged as a soloist and collaborative performer with renowned orchestras and ensembles including:
• Singapore Chinese Orchestra
• Singapore Symphony Orchestra
• Malaysia Philharmonic Orchestra
Her performance experience spans Asia, Europe, Australia, and North America, strengthening her reputation as a leading harp performer for prestigious events.
Katryna provides professional harpist Singapore performances for:
• Cultural and diplomatic performances
• Concert recitals and music festivals
• Theatre and musical productions
• Corporate and luxury brand events
• Weddings and private celebrations
Beyond performing and teaching, Katryna actively contributes to the harp music community through artistic direction, programme development, and mentorship.
Her professional roles include:
These achievements demonstrate her strong commitment to growing harp education and nurturing future generations of harpists and harp artists.
As a dedicated harp teacher in Singapore, Katryna provides structured harp education for beginners, intermediate students, and advanced musicians.
Her teaching approach combines classical training, artistic creativity, and performance preparation, making her a highly sought-after harp instructor and harp tutor in Singapore and across Southeast Asia.
Students benefit from:
• Individualised harp lesson programmes
• Technical skill and performance coaching
• Music theory and interpretation training
• Examination and competition preparation
• Mentorship for professional music pathways
Her educational leadership includes faculty and programme development roles across Singapore and Malaysia, reinforcing her authority as a leading harp teacher that learners trust.
Katryna is recognised as an innovative harp artist who composes and arranges music influenced by Asian cultural traditions and contemporary musical styles.
Her compositions have been featured internationally, including performances at the World Harp Congress.
Her original work Water Dance received award nominations and has contributed to expanding modern harp repertoire globally.
Selecting an experienced harpist performer or harp tutor in Singapore is essential for high-quality musical development and professional event entertainment.
Katryna offers:
• Internationally recognised performance credentials
• Award-winning harp artistry
• Extensive teaching and mentorship experience
• Strong industry and orchestral collaborations
• Personalised harp training programmes
• Leadership in regional harp education development
Contact Katryna today to book professional harp performances & Learn from an experienced harp instructor.