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Hollins University (Virginia)

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Region

Roanoke,

Virginia,

United States

Faculty

Morgan Mackenzie Short

Program summary

Hollins University allows students the flexibility to combine their passion for music with other liberal arts disciplines. Open to music majors, minors, and non-majors, students interested in studying harp have the unique opportunity to receive training in both Celtic harp, World Music, and Classical harp techniques. Ensemble opportunities include: orchestra, wind ensemble, and world music ensembles. Students focused on solo or chamber work will be given frequent opportunities to perform.

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program details

Type of school

University

Music and arts degrees offered

  • Bachelor of Arts
  • Professional Studies Certificate

Lessons available for non-majors?

Yes

Harp minor offered?

Yes

Number of school harps

2

Space provided for personal harps?

Yes

more about this program

This program is best suited for students who:

"Students who are passionate artists who are interested in cross-genre creation."

What sets this program apart from others is:

"Radical flexibility, inclusivity, and individualized student investment"

Students who graduate from this program go on to:

"Graduate school, work in the industry, become music educators and activists"

The three words that best describe this school's environment are:

"Creative, Diverse, Personalized"

Additional info

Ensemble opportunities include: orchestra, wind ensemble, and world music ensembles. Students focused on solo or chamber work will be given opportunities to perform frequently through bi-semester student recitals and honor showcases. Generous scholarships available for music majors and minors. Nestled in the Roanoke Valley with panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Hollins University is one of the most picturesque campuses in the U.S. located near the Blue Ridge Parkway and the Appalachian Trail.

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