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A Message From Our President
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Happy spring! March is always a busy month, with lots of concerts, performances, and maybe even some time off for spring break! Please mark your calendars for the April 19th GHC student recital, and make plans to come support our thriving harp student community. As always, I encourage you to let Stephanie, our wonderful secretary, know about any of your own upcoming performances so we can come support you. This is also an excellent time to start thinking about summer plans; read below for info on several fantastic local harp camps. Have a wonderful month, and let me know if you have any questions! Hope to see you around town at a concert or event!
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Hope Cowan
GHC President
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March 4 at 12 pm
Wortham Theater Center
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Celebrating International Women’s Day, Hope Cowan performs with other Da Camera Young Artists in a program of works by female composers.
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An Evening of British Song
March 20 at 7:30 pm
Dudley Recital Hall
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Join harpist Hope Cowan and tenor Zachary Averyt for a recital of British music for tenor and harp. This recital explores some of the monumental works for harp and tenor by Benjamin Britten, and also features new transcriptions of songs by Purcell, Dowland, Quilter, and Vaughan Williams.
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Bridget Kibbey’s Concerts with Da Camera
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Pictured above from left: Emily Klein, Naomi Hoffmeyer, Stephanie Gustafson, Kelsey Sham, Bridget Kibbey, Laurie Meister, Hope Cowan, and Paula Page
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On February 24th and 25th, harpist Bridget Kibbey was met with two full houses at the Menil Collection for her recitals with violinist Alexi Kenney. They duo played works by Saint-Saens, Currier, de Falla, Dowland, and Bach, and Kibbey also performed her own transcription of Bach’s Toccata and Fugue in d minor.
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Save the Date: April 19, 2020
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Our GHC Student Recital is scheduled for April 19th, 3:00pm, at St. Luke’s Presbyterian Church (8915 Timberside Dr, Houston, TX 77025). This fun, non-competitive performance opportunity is open to harp students grades K–12. Students and their teachers must be current members of the GHC of the AHS. To become a member, visit https://houstonharpists.com/join/. Each student should prepare one piece (or movement) of their choice to share with their peers, friends, and family. A memorized performance is preferred, but not required. A celebratory reception will be held afterward. In order to participate, please fill out the following form before March 19th, 2020. Any questions and comments can be directed to Hope Cowan, at hope.k.cowan@gmail.com or 507-993-4969.
Click here to sign up before March 19.
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AFA Summer Music Festival
Application and Audition Information coming February 2020
Middle School Program June 6-20, 2020, 5th–8th grade
Work with harp faculty Emily Klein at the High School for Performing and Visual Arts (HSPVA) in brand-new facilities. Daily orchestra, harp ensemble, and class piano are part of a selection of class offerings for students. A master teacher will provide a special master class for students to perform a solo. Camp will culminate with a harp ensemble and orchestra concert both taking place at HSPVA.
High School Program June 22 to July 11, 2020, advanced 8th–12th grade
Work with harp faculty Emily Klein at the High School for Performing and Visual Arts in downtown Houston. Daily orchestra, harp ensemble, and music electives are part of a selection of class offerings for students. Students will be joined by a master teacher one day of camp for solo and harp ensemble coaching. Two orchestra concerts take place, one at Miller Outdoor Theatre and one at HSPVA, in addition to a chamber music concert featuring the harp ensemble.
Audition Requirements for both programs: 2 contrasting pieces demonstrating the student’s ability. Pedal harps are provided at camp. Students are welcome to bring their instruments to camp.
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Houston Summer Harp Festival
Register now for the 2020 Houston Summer Harp Festival! July 6th-11th. Featuring 3 levels of harp ensembles, workshops, masterclass, private lessons, performances, and more. We offer a fun, educational, and non-competitive environment for learning about the harp and its history, and making music and new friends. Welcoming 6th—graduating 12th grade lever and pedal harpists who have a minimum of 6 months of previous instruction on the harp and the ability to read treble and bass clef.
Registration Deadline: May 24th, 2020
Scholarships available. Scholarship Deadline: May 10th, 2020
On-campus housing available. Rental harps available.
For more information and registration, visit: houstonsummerharpfestival.com. Questions can be directed to Hope Cowan at hope.k.cowan@gmail.com or 507-993-4969.
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TCU Summer Harp Workshop
The TCU Summer Harp Workshop 2020 will take place July 8–10. The camp features three days of solo masterclasses and ensemble rehearsals as well as interactive and informative sessions about the harp. There is a festival recital at the conclusion of the workshop. This year’s workshop will celebrate the music and legacy of Texas harp legend Louise Trotter. Guest artist Anne Sullivan, creator of Harp Mastery, will lead participants in an interactive webinar session. Focus on health and wellness will be led by TCU’s Dr. Kristen Queen in her Yoga for Musicians class. Dr. Laura Brandenburg will direct the harp ensemble and present a technique class as well as “The Gig Life,” an informative session on how to get started in the freelance market. The TCU Summer Harp Workshop is open to young pedal harpists in 8th grade and above, intermediate to advanced level. Overnight dorm accommodations and recreation activities are available.
For more information and ensemble repertoire, click here.
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Aoyama 47 string concert grand harp available in Bryan, TX. Purchased for $13,000, appraised in 2007 at $16,000. Asking $10,500 with bench and soft cover included. Will consider renting. Contact: Donnalee Dox at donnaleedox@gmail.com. More info here.
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PRICE DROP: Bonnie Goodrich has a Lyon & Healy concert grand style 100 in excellent condition with beautiful tone for sale, priced at $12,000 or best offer. If interested, contact her at 832.496.7302 or bgoodrich43@comcast.net.
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Reduced price: pedal harp for sale
- Lyon & Healy petite pedal harp with 40 strings (discontinued 85 model) with bonus accessories.
- Bonus accessories include deluxe padded harp cover, padded bench, and tuner.
- Serial number 53074
Text Belinda for more information at 281-633-6341
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Hope Cowan, President
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Kate Gabriele, Vice President
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Alaina Graiser, Treasurer
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Stephanie Gustafson, Secretary
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Elizabeth Webb, Webmaster
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