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American Harp Society Announces 2016 Conference Lineup

The American Harp Society will pay tribute to Susann McDonald (left) at its National Conference with a concert featuring (clockwise from top center) Elizabeth Hainen, Maria Luisa Rayan, Maria Casale, Naoko Yoshino, and Anne Yeung.

January 28, 2016

The American Harp Society has announced the lineup for its biennial National Conference, which will take place June 30–July 3 at Emory University, in Atlanta. A star-studded roster of artists will present concerts and workshops including a special tribute to Susann McDonald highlighting her teaching legacy. A Friday night Susann McDonald Tribute Concert will include performances by Elizabeth Hainen, Maria Luisa Rayan, Anne Yeung, Naoko Yoshino, and Maria Casale. Other performance highlights include appearances by Bridget Kibbey, Park Stickney, and Indra Thomas at a Friday night Spotlight on Youth concert, and a Saturday night closing concert by 9th USA International Harp Competition winner Remy van Kesteren.

See complete conference details and registration information at ahsconference.org.

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