Whether or not you’re registered for the week, you can enter our Solo Competition. There are 5 divisions with no age limits. We love to see adult students challenge themselves with the competition! All 4 of our concerts are free and open to the public!
Midwest Harp Festival

Midwest Harp Festival
Wheaton,
Illinois,
United States,
Pedal, Lever
Both overnight and commuting options are available
Students must provide instrument—rentals are available
Partial scholarships are available
Maurice Draughn, Dr. Charles W. Lynch III, Faye Seeman, Martha Waldvogel-Warren, and Guest Artist Daniel Rojas
Registration open January 27 - May 1
June 8-12, 2026
10 and under, 11–13, 14–18, College, Adult, All ages
TBA
Overview
The 27th Annual Midwest Harp Festival registration is open to pedal/lever harpists ages 8 and up. Individual ensemble rehearsals every morning and combined ensemble rehearsals in the afternoon. New faculty member Martha Waldvogel-Warren presents workshops on Harp Therapy. Four concerts total including an opening Faculty Concert and a Guest Artist Concert. Our Solo Competition is open to all ages! See website for required piece based on division.
Program details
June
1 week
Double or single rooms in Wheaton College townhouses available. Harps stay in rehearsal rooms.
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