Jessica W.H. Wilbee

Jessica W.H. Wilbee is a Lecturer in Music (Harp) at Cornell University and Hamilton College, specializing in harp performance. Based in Utica, N.Y., she has served as Principal Harpist for the Lancaster Symphony Orchestra (2014–2021) and performs with orchestras across central New York, including Utica, Syracuse, Ithaca, and Binghamton. A graduate of the Eastman School of Music with a Bachelor of Music in Harp Performance, she actively engages in solo performances and collaborative music ensembles.

• Education:
  • Bachelor of Music in Harp Performance, Eastman School of Music

Jessica’s research and teaching interests focus on harp performance, orchestral techniques, and music pedagogy. She is also a dedicated soloist and collaborator, co-founding the Convergence Harp Duo with her sister, Brittany Hart DeYoung, blending creative performances in New York and Michigan.

Scientific Awards:

• Performer’s Certificate in Harp, Eastman School of Music