Lani Krantz, is a distinguished third-generation professional musician and one of British Columbia’s most versatile harpists. Lani’s career is defined by a rare duality, excelling as both a rigorous orchestral performer and a captivating vocalist-solo harpist. She currently serves as the Principal Harpist for the Vancouver Island Symphony, a regular extra with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra and an occasional extra with groups such as the Vancouver Opera, and the Victoria Symphony.

Her artistic breadth is reflected in her extensive performance history, including highlights such as a performance of the Mozart Flute and Harp Concerto with flutist, Carol Dymond and Sinfonia, Orchestra of the North Shore. Performances of William Alwyn’s beautiful Lyra Angelica for string orchestra as harp soloist with the Vancouver Island Symphony. Collaboration with erhu specialist, Rong Jun and composer/conductor, Jin Zhang to perform traditional Chinese songs set for western harp and erhu which led to showcases at festivals and events including the Sound of Dragon Festival and the World Harp Congress. 

Lani has been a performing member of the acclaimed touring group, Winter Harp since 2016 and in 2021 added the role of manager of the ensemble. As a freelance harpist, Lani has taken the stage with many famous performers, such as Il Divo, Josh Groban, Andrea Bocelli, Sarah McLachlan and Johnny Mathis. 

A dedicated pedagogue, Ms. Krantz is a Royal Conservatory of Music Gold Medal Teacher. She holds faculty positions at the Vancouver Symphony School of Music, the Vancouver Academy of Music, and Douglas College. Lani received a bachelor’s degree in harp performance from UBC and continued to study orchestral harp at the Aspen School of Music and with the National Youth Orchestra of Canada. Her academic background is further distinguished by a Diploma in Early Years Education from the University of British Columbia, with studies focusing on the intersection of music, literacy, and early childhood development.

In 2016, Lani added ‘Mom’ to her list of titles and is enjoying watching her son travel on his own artistic and academic journeys!