Harpist plays songs to people through Zoom

The transcript discusses the personal and professional challenges faced during the COVID-19 pandemic, including the loss of work and the importance of family. It highlights the adaptation to lockdown through activities like writing and baking. The speaker shares their experience of starting a Zoom concert series to stay connected with audiences and bring joy through music. Efforts to reach out to nursing homes and maintain community connections are also emphasized.

What personal challenge did the speaker's family face during the pandemic?

• Loss of a family member

• Health improvement

• Relocation issues

• Financial difficulties

What was one of the unexpected benefits the speaker found during the pandemic?

• Increased work opportunities

• Traveling more often

• Learning a new language

• More time with family

What activity did the speaker start during the first lockdown?

• Learning a new instrument

• Starting a new job

• Traveling

• Writing a journal

How did the speaker feel about their harpist skills during the pandemic?

• Very useful

• Not needed

• In high demand

• Improving rapidly

What was the purpose of the speaker's weekly Zoom concert series?

• To practice public speaking

• To earn money

• To stay connected with the community

• To learn new songs

What did the speaker find challenging about using Zoom for concerts?

• Limited song choices

• Lack of audience

• Poor sound quality

• Technical difficulties

Who did the speaker reach out to for their Zoom concerts?

• Nursing homes

• Local schools

• Sports teams

• Corporate offices