Summer Harp Institutes 2024
In its 28 year history, the American Youth Harp Ensemble Summer Harp Institutes have provided training to hundreds of talented harpists from across the United States and around the globe. From the novice to the advanced student, harpists focus on individual goals and musicianship classes in a supportive and inspiring musical environment. In addition, they receive one-on-one lessons with our distinguished faculty. Special seminar topics and fun social activities keep students engaged while also piquing their musical interests. We know students are thrilled with our course offerings as 90% of our students have returned year after year!
The Ultimate Summer Harp Experience!
Summer is the perfect time to be inspired by world-class faculty, grow as a harpist and concentrate on your artistic development!
Your Daily Customized Schedule includes*:
One private harp lesson per day affording you an opportunity to work with each one of our world-class teachers!
Your choice of academic electives- Music History, Composition and Arranging, Music Theory and Aural Skills, Arts Management, and more
30 Minutes to Transformation guided practice
Your choice of workshops- Audition and Competition Panel, Wellness for Musicians, World Music and Rhythm Workshop, The Orchestral Harpist, Career Seminar, Practice Like a Pro!, Introduction to Improvisation, Conducting, Yoga and Stretching for Harpists, and more
Ensemble and performance opportunities
Harps available for use at in-person Institutes
Perfect for student harpists, pre-professionals, and adult harpists
Fun social activities, and more!
*The above is a Full Day Schedule, the Half Day option includes the private lesson, 30 Minutes to Transformation and workshops
Maryland Summer Harp Institute is located at:
St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 10621 Old Frederick Road, Thurmont, MD 21788
Students arriving by plane should plan to fly into Dulles on Sunday, June 30th. Students arriving by car should plan to arrive on Sunday, June 30th beginning at 6:00pm.
Richmond Summer Harp Institute is located at:
St. John’s United Church of Christ, 503 Stuart Circle, Richmond, VA 23220
2024 DATES
Sessions
Session 1: Maryland Summer Harp Institute - Frederick, Maryland - July 1st - 5th, 2024
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Session 2: Richmond Summer Harp Institute - Richmond, Virginia - July 15th - 19th, 2024
Session 3: Richmond Summer Music Institute - Richmond, Virginia - July 22nd - 26th, 2024
Multiple Week Sessions
Each session is unique and when combined with the other sessions forms a cumulative, learning-rich experience. Registrants may sign up for one session, or sign up for multiple sessions for maximum benefit!
Daily Schedule, Monday-Friday:
Half Day: 12:00 - 4:00 pm EST
Full Day- 9:00am - 4:00pm EST
Fees:
Full Day (Richmond or Maryland Session) - $750
Half Day (Richmond or Maryland Session) - $375
Room & Board: $200, Optional add on tour for Maryland week $175.