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HRHF Summer Institute

HRHF Summer Institute

North Bethesda,

Maryland,

United States,

Pedal

All participants reside overnight

Students must provide instrument—rentals are available

Partial scholarships are available

Mariko Anraku, Melissa Dvorak, Abigail Kent, Anastasia Pike, Keziah Thomas, Kristan Toczko, Noël Wan

April 1, 2026

June 13-26, 2026

11–13, 14–18, College, Adult

Overview

The HRHF Summer Institute offers intermediate to advanced harpists opportunities for skill development through masterclasses, workshops, ensemble playing, and performance experiences. Participants explore technique, musicianship, and repertoire in a supportive setting with an international roster of faculty artists.

Program details

June

1 week, 2 weeks

Dormitory

In their words

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The HRHF Summer Institute offers harpists an immersive environment focused on musical growth and collaboration. Participants work closely with an international faculty through masterclasses, workshops, and ensemble rehearsals. The Institute provides opportunities for both solo and group performance, encouraging students to develop confidence, versatility, and artistic independence.

The program also emphasizes building community among harpists. Students interact daily with peers and faculty, share ideas across levels and backgrounds, and experience a range of musical perspectives. Faculty contribute additional insight through presentations and demonstrations, giving participants a broad view of the harp world.

Set within a supportive and collegial atmosphere, the Summer Institute is designed to help developing harpists explore new repertoire, refine technical skills, and deepen their understanding of musicianship.

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