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Donegal Harp Teacher Course

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Overview

Region

Donegal,

Donegal,

Ireland

Dates

program dates: July 11 - 18 2026

Faculty

Janet Harbison

Program summary

A teacher training course in traditional Irish harping held alongside Dungloe Open Harp Week. Includes 14 hours of training, 10 hours of supervised teaching practice within summer school classes, and participation in concerts, lectures, and sessions. Options for residential accommodation in shared cottages or non-residential attendance. Focus on pedagogy, oral teaching methods, and practical classroom experience.

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program details

Months

July

Length

1 week

Ages

College, Adult

Levels

Advanced, Professional

Harp type

Lever

Accommodations

Adult residential in cottages; Open Week non-residential (self-arranged). Harps kept in class venue.

Costs

Course: €1,100. Accom: €490. Harp Hire: €80

Residency options

Both overnight and commuting options are available

Financial aid

No scholarships are available

Instruments

Students must provide instrument—rentals are available

more about this program

What makes this camp experience unique is:

"Hands-on teacher training with real students, rooted in oral tradition and Irish harping"

This camp is perfect for:

"Harpers seeking teaching skills, practical experience, and training in Irish oral tradition"

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

"Practical teaching experience, supportive environment, and immersion in Irish harping tradition"

Additional info

• 14 hours of Teacher Training, 10 hours of Teaching Practise with inclusion in the regular summer-school classes

• Training materials and sample books

• All evening activities, concerts, lectures, sessions

• Lunches (for all dietary options) and supper on Sunday evening (July 13). All other evenings we eat out or cook in (this cost not included)

• An optional mid-week trip out to Glenveigh National Park, Arranmore Island or Mount Errigal. (Extra cost: €30)

• 7 days of accommodation (from Saturday to Saturday) in twin or double ensuite bedrooms in homely, fully equipped adjacent holiday cottages. Kitchens are set up with breakfast supplies, and all-day teas and coffees

Course Location: St Crone’s Church of Ireland, Church Rd, Dungloe, Donegal (F94 VH60).
Accommodation Location: the Fairgreen Holiday Cottages, Dungloe, County Donegal, Ireland F94 YY51.

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