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Midwest Harp Festival

Overview

Region

Wheaton,

Illinois,

United States

Dates

program dates: June 9-15, 2024

application deadline: Registration open January 17 - May 1

Faculty

Maurice Draughn, Dr. Charles W. Lynch III, Elizabeth Richter, and Faye Seeman

Program summary

Morning Only: Open to pedal/lever harpists ages 8 and up. Rehearsals every morning and a final concert on Saturday. Full-Time: Open to pedal/lever harpists ages 8 and up. Morning rehearsals, afternoon workshops, evening concerts, and a final concert on Saturday. Independent Study: Open to self-motivated harpists who receive 5 lessons with Elizabeth Richter. Solo Competition: All ages welcome! Some videos accepted. See website.

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program details

In-person/online options

In-person and online

Months

June

Length

1 week

Ages

10 and under, 11–13, 14–18, College, Adult, All ages

Levels

Beginner, Advanced beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Harp type

Pedal, Lever

Instruments

Students must provide instrument—rentals are available

Accommodations

Double or single rooms in Wheaton College townhouses available. Harps stay in rehearsal rooms.

Costs

$620-$1350 with various add-on options

Residency options

Both overnight and commuting options are available

Financial aid

Partial scholarships are available

Midwest Harp Festival

What makes this camp experience unique is:

"The people! We have a good mix of young and adult harpists."

This camp is perfect for:

"Anyone who wants to make harp friends and grow their harp knowledge."

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

"Everyone is exhausted by the end yet leaves with new friends and a renewed passion for the harp."

Our Solo Competition has both in-person and online options with no age limit!