July 18 - 25, 2021

$1,500

• tuition
• double occupancy accommodations
• all meals included
• additional activities at Lake Junaluska

Local students may choose to commute to The Summer Harp Academy daily. The commuter tuition is $700.

A non-refundable deposit of $300 is due within 2 weeks of acceptance to The Summer Harp Academy. The deposit will reserve the student's place and go toward tuition. Tuition is due in full by June 1, 2021. If a student registers and is later unable to attend, your tuition (not including the deposit) will be refunded until May 15. After this date no refund will be given. Please do not send a deposit until you have received an official acceptance email from The Summer Harp academy.

Please note:

• Students are responsible for their own travel expenses and arrangements to/from Lake Junaluska.
• The total cost is based on a double-occupancy room. Single rooms may be reserved for an additional fee. Please contact summerharpacademy@gmail.com for room rates.
• Private lessons are available at an additional cost.
  • 60 minutes - $70
• Harp rental is available for those students unable to bring their own harps.
  • $75 - Students may use the SHA's harps and share practice time with other students.  

Basic Arranging

Are you tired of searching for that nonexistent harp arrangement of your favorite song? This class provides a hands-on opportunity to learn six steps that will make your own arrangements more interesting. Arrange a pop tune and learn how to apply those skills to any piece. 

What's in Your Gig Bag?

What do you take to your gigs? Tuning key, strings, music - what else? Find out what items you should always have in your gig bag to be prepared for any situation.

Who's Who in the Harp World? Current Harpists

In previous years we have learned about the most influential harpists and jazz & pop harpists. Now we will take a look at the important current harpists in major orchestras, teachers, and who are composing and arranging. 

Weddings: Contracts & Standard Repertoire

Many harpists play for weddings as a major component of their freelance income. What should you include in a gig contract? When should you use one? Learn essential information that should be included in a contract and help you become a more savvy businessperson. 

Masterclasses

Each daily masterclass will begin with a mini lesson of topics and tips including technique, practice habits, and memorization.

The Summer Harp Academy will commence with a faculty recital and conclude with a student recital. All students are strongly encouraged to participate. The recital will feature both solo and ensemble performances.

Both recitals will take place at the First United Methodist Church of Waynesville, NC and will be open to the public.  

The SHA includes daily masterclasses to provide multiple performance opportunities for all students. Students will be able to sign up for when they would like to perform and get feedback from faculty and fellow classmates. Each masterclass will begin with a discussion of topics and tips including technique, practice habits, and memorization.