2026 Jacobs Summer Harp Academy

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2026 Jacobs Summer Harp Academy

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Overview

Region

Bloomington,

Indiana,

United States

Dates

program dates: June 6-14, 2026

application deadline: April 15, 2026

Faculty

Elzbieta Szmyt, Sarah Bullen

Program summary

The Jacobs Summer Harp Academy is a comprehensive program comprised of sessions designed to develop the versatile harpist. Harpists will hone their performance and professional skills under the instruction of acclaimed professor Elzbieta Szmyt and Chicago Symphony Principal Harpist Sarah Bullen. The JSHA includes a faculty recital, daily masterclasses, private lessons, lectures, classes, and harp ensemble & student recitals. Intermediate to advanced harpists ages 12-26 are invited.

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program details

Months

June

Length

1 week

Ages

11–13, 14–18, College, Adult

Levels

Intermediate, Advanced

Harp type

Pedal

Accommodations

Read Hall (dormitory walking distance from music school)

Costs

Tuition = $1150, see housing/dining/parking costs below

Residency options

Both overnight and commuting options are available

Instruments

Harps are provided by the program

more about this program

What makes this camp experience unique is:

"The opportunity for study with an esteemed conservatory professor and a renowned orchestral harpist."

This camp is perfect for:

"The harpist seeking collegiate-level experience and a week of connecting with peers/instructors."

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

"Distraction-free week to focus intently on the harp while having great fun with new friends!"

Additional info

Previously located at Lake Junaluska, NC, The Summer Harp Academy is now taking place at the Jacobs School of Music in Bloomington, IN.

Please note: housing/dining costs are distinct for youth attendees (ages 12-17) and adult attendees (ages 18-26).

Youth Housing (optional; includes meal plan): $650
Youth Commuter Meal Plan (optional, for participants not living in the dorms): $150 (only includes lunch)
Adult Housing and Parking (optional): $450
Commuter Parking: $15

For more detailed information, please visit our website (https://jacobsacademy.indiana.edu/descriptions/summer-harp-academy.html).

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