The Strings of Hope Podcast

Conversations from the heart with harpists, builders, and dreamers

Hi, and welcome to the Strings of Hope podcast.

I'm Simcha Tzuf, improviser and dreamer of Strings of Hope.

On the podcast we'll be sharing encouraging heart-warming stories from Harpists and builders about their journeys with the Harp. Fulfilling our dreams is a Journey which requires courage, determination, and alot of Hope.

We'll meet with Harpists and builders, who will share their life stories. How they actualized their dreams and aspirations becoming who they are today. The challenges they faced and how they overcame them. And the pearls of wisdom and hope they have to share with us about fulfilling our dreams and aspirations.

Listen to the Podcast

Spreadsheets and Starlight — Erika Lieberman

Spreadsheets and Starlight

Episode 03 · June 11, 2026

balancing art and everyday life with Erika Lieberman

In this episode of Strings of Hope, I sit down with Erika Lieberman — known as Erika the Harpist — a Renaissance fair performer, international teacher, and folk harpist from New York.

From Harpo’s Harp to the Galilee — Adina Haroz

From Harpo’s Harp to the Galilee

Episode 02 · January 2, 2026

Adina Haroz on walking three years to her dream

What would you do if you wanted to learn harp — but there was only one teacher in your entire country, and she told you you were too old?

Sunita Staneslow’s Harp Story

Sunita Staneslow’s Harp Story

Episode 01 · June 18, 2025

a journey through music, heart, improvisation and the beauty of simplicity

In this first episode of the Strings of Hope podcast, I’m excited to share a heartfelt conversation with the harpist who first inspired my own harping journey—Sunita Staneslow.

Each person has a unique gift to share with this world.

My goal is to encourage you to discover yours, and share with you Strings of Hope to hold onto to fulfill it.