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Houston Summer Harp Festival

Overview

Region

Houston,

Texas,

United States

Dates

program dates: July 15-20, 2024

application deadline: Application deadline is June 1, 2024.

Faculty

Kimberly Snaufer DeRosa - artistic director, Therese Honey, Susanna Wang, Hope Cowan - instructors

Program summary

Our 2024 theme is “Harp Around the World.” Welcoming lever harp and pedal harp students ages 11 – 19 for a non-competitive week of comprehensive studies on musical and practical aspects of the harp and its history with a focus on ensemble playing. Our 3 ensembles (beginning, intermediate and advanced) present a Finale concert on the last day. Classes include “Famous Harpists,” “Wedding Workshop,” stage presence, masterclasses, private lessons and so much more. Each year offers new presentations.

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program details

In-person/online options

In-person only

Months

July

Length

1 week

Ages

11–13, 14–18

Levels

Beginner, Advanced beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Harp type

Pedal, Lever

Instruments

Students must provide instrument—rentals are available

Accommodations

On campus dorm housing available. All harps are locked up overnight.

Costs

Festival Tuition = $520 / Room & Board = $460

Residency options

Both overnight and commuting options are available

Financial aid

Full scholarships are available, Partial scholarships are available

Houston Summer Harp Festival

What makes this camp experience unique is:

"Offers three multi-level harp ensembles. New workshops offered each year."

This camp is perfect for:

"encouraging and inspiring students in their love of the harp. Developing harp community."

Students come back year after year for our camp's:

"Friendly and supportive atmosphere, camaraderie among students, great ensemble experiences."

Held on the campus of Houston Christian University.
We give multiple scholarships out each year. Please submit scholarship applications by May 20, 2024.