Harp Institutes

2013 European Summer Harp Institute & Tour:
August 5-19, 2013

The breathtaking Alpine city of Mariazell, your “home away from
home” during the 2013 European Summer Harp Institute & Tour!

Summer Music Institutes is pleased to announce the second annual European Summer Harp Institute and Tour, providing an unparalleled opportunity for musical and cultural growth! In addition to an intensive week of training in Richmond, VA in preparation for the tour, the experience will include a concert tour of Austria, the world capital of classical music (the land of Mozart, Beethoven, Strauss, and Brahms to name a few!).

Having led ensembles on European tours nine times over the last decade, Artistic Director Lynnelle Ediger-Kordzaia says one common thread stands out- the students who took part found these experiences to be among the most memorable and pivotal events of their education. This tour promises to be an amazing musical adventure and the perfect opportunity to take your musical and cultural understanding to a whole new level!

Click here to download the itinerary with full details as a PDF.

Because this is such an incredible opportunity, the interest in the tour has already been very strong. However, space is limited. Don't miss out!

Audition Requirements:

1. Harpists must be between the ages of 14 and 21 by 7/1/13
2. Harpist must be at an intermediate or advanced level (there will be two tracks)
3. Harpists must be able to attend the Richmond Summer Harp Institute from July 29- August 9th in preparation for the tour
4. Harpists must pass a qualifying audition which includes a DVD, CD or a live performance of: (a) two solos of contrasting styles and periods and (b)one etude or orchestral excerpt.
5. Applicants must provide a reference who is familiar with their musical abilities

6. Applicants must submit a completed Registration Form.

Application Information:

Limited spaces are available for harpists age 14-22 by audition only. Applications will be considered based on space availability.

Applications should be sent to:
European Summer Harp Institute and Tour
Attn: Amanda Ellerbe, Registrar
4200 Dover Road,
Richmond, VA 23221

Maryland Summer Harp Institute Concert Series

The Maryland Summer Harp Institute, in collaboration with the American Youth Harp Ensemble (AYHE), is pleased to announce the Maryland Summer Harp Concert Series with performances for the public in the Frederick area in July. This extraordinary series presents harp soloists, chamber groups, and a large ensemble concert. In lieu of tickets, free-will offerings will be collected at each event to benefit the American Youth Harp Ensemble Scholarship Fund. All concerts will be held at St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church located at 10621 Old Frederick Rd., Thurmont, MD 21788.

The American Youth Harp Ensemble Faculty Recital
Date TBA
The outstanding faculty of the American Youth Harp Ensemble hail from all around the United States, and have studied and performed around the world. This exceptional group of performers will offer a program of solo and chamber works for harp.

An Evening of Solo Works for Harp
Date TBA
From classical to folk to jazz, this concert will showcase the versatility of the harp and the talents of the young musicians taking part in the Maryland Summer Harp Institute.

Final Concert of the Maryland Summer Harp Institute
Date TBA
Under the direction of Frederick native Lynnelle Ediger-Kordzaia, young harpists of the Maryland Summer Harp Institute present a concert of “works-in-progress," performing works studied throughout the week.

Richmond Summer Harp Institute Concert Series

The Richmond Summer Harp Institute, in collaboration with the American Youth Harp Ensemble (AYHE), is pleased to announce the Richmond Summer Harp Concert Series with performances for the public in the Richmond area in July. This series presents three harp ensemble concerts, one at the end of each of our Institute weeks to demonstrate what the students have learned. All concerts will be held at Grace Baptist Church located at 4200 Dover Rd., Richmond, VA 23221.

Richmond Summer Harp Institute, Week 1 "Works in Progress Concert"
Friday, July 26th, 4:00 p.m.

Richmond Summer Harp Institute, Week 2 "Works in Progress Concert"
Friday, August 2nd, 4:00 p.m.

Richmond Summer Harp Institute, Week 3 "Works in Progress Concert"
Friday, August 9th, 4:00 p.m.

ABOUT SHI

Now in their eighteenth year, the Summer Harp Institutes offer five separate weeks of intensive study of the harp.

The Summer Harp Institute Includes:

A daily schedule of classes

Coaching by our distinguished faculty

Daily individual attention

Daily ensemble rehearsals

Workshops/seminars

Musicianship skills

Fun extracurricular activities

Final "Works in Progress" concert

And much more!

Harpists focus on practice, performance, musicianship and ensemble skills in a supportive and inspiring musical environment. Music is chosen to challenge and engage each student based on their performance level. An extraordinary number of students return year after year (over 90% of students have attended more than one year) as the Summer Harp Institutes not only nurture musical ability but provide all of the camaraderie of a summer music experience where students form friendships that last a lifetime.

MARYLAND SUMMER HARP INSTITUTE:
July 15-19, 2013
For all levels of harpists
In scenic Frederick, Maryland

RICHMOND SUMMER HARP INSTITUTES:
Week One: July 22-26, 2013
For new-to-harp beginners
In historic Windsor Farms, Richmond, Virginia

Week Two: July 29- August 2, 2013
For early intermediate to advanced harpists
In historic Windsor Farms, Richmond, Virginia

Guest Artist: Elizabeth Richter

Week Three: August 5-9, 2013
For beginning, intermediate and advanced harpists, (advanced session by audition by DVD or CD)
In historic Windsor Farms, Richmond, Virginia

Click here to watch SHI Video!

FOCUS ON THE HARP

Intensive focus on the harp, including group and individual attention, coaching and practice time, inspires participants to grow to the next level of musicianship and artistry.

Every day will include:

Harp Ensemble

Intensive time is devoted to harp ensemble literature in preparation for a concert at the end of the Institute. A favorite class year after year, students have great fun while learning the necessary skills for ensemble playing.

Individual Attention

Private instruction is a crucial element in the proper development of a player's skills. Students have the opportunity to work individually with one of our artist faculty teachers.

Coaching

Students have the opportunity to work in chamber (small) ensembles with a faculty coach. Students may also chose to use their time with a faculty coach for guidance in the preparation of orchestral parts or recital repertoire.

Individual Practice Time

Each student is given an opportunity for uninterrupted individual practice time. Practice techniques and strategies are incorporated into all aspects of instruction. Students will utilize these methods during their practice to maximize their time.

ACADEMIC CLASSES

In addition to instrumental instruction and rehearsal, SHI also includes lectures in the following subjects and techniques:

Music History

Each daily session explores Western music history in a broad fashion. The class serves as an introduction to music of the Ancient, Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic and Modern periods. The focus of the course is on listening along with interdisciplinary links to history (such as a visit to Agecroft Hall above), architecture and other art forms.

Music Theory

All students are placed appropriately in a beginner, intermediate or advanced theory class, taking a theory placement test if necessary prior to the start of the Institute. Students learn the language, terminology and mechanics of music plus the fundamentals of sound, notation, intervals, chords, musical forms and analysis.

Aural Skills/ Ear Training

This class is designed to help develop a keener sense for listening and is integrated with the music theory class. Each student will be able to distinguish between different intervals, chords, scales and more. Depending on theory placement, varying levels of melodic and rhythmic dictation exercises will be given.

Conducting

Learn basic skills of conducting and leading an ensemble. Students will prepare a short score while conducting their peers. Students will also be given a opportunity to conduct in the final concert. Click here to watch student conducting videos!

WORKSHOPS & SEMINARS

Maryland and Richmond Weeks 2 and 3 only. Seminars and Workshops to be chosen from:

Introduction to Dalcroze Eurhythmics

Founded by Swiss music educator Emile Jaques Dalcroze, Eurhythmics is a unique approach to developing musicianship through movement, ear training and improvisation activities.

Conducting

Learn basic skills of conducting and leading an ensemble. Students prepare a short score while conducting their peers. Students will have an opportunity to conduct in the final performance. Click here to watch student conducting videos!

Orchestral Skills

Students gain insights into orchestral playing from orchestral harpists as well as a professional symphony conductor during this informative session.

Introduction to Improvisation and Jazz for Classical Musicians

A brief lecture on the history of Jazz. All harpists learn the basics of improvisation.

Practical Seminar for the Music Student

Information will be given regarding careers in music, competitions and places for further study. Guest faculty, all of whom are teachers at major conservatories/music schools, will add their insights.

The Gig Harpist

The business aspects of music are explored, with its resources and realities. Students develop a wedding repertoire list and book, individualized contracts, marketing strategies and other practical aspects helpful to the professional harpist.

Harp Therapy Overview

Insight into the emerging field of harp therapy. Exciting new research, applications and possibilities will be explored.

Harp Maintenance

This informative session with a harp technician helps students learn how to keep their instruments in shape between regulations.

Efficient, Effective Practicing

In this seminar, we explore tips, tricks and techniques for efficent and effective practicing. Learning how to work, or as we call it, "the habits of greatness" makes all the difference. Year after year, students (and their teachers) say this seminar has inspired the most profound growth in their harp playing.

FACULTY

Meet the world-class artist faculty for the Summer Harp Institutes.

Lynnelle Ediger-Kordzaia

Artistic Director and Founder, Harp Faculty

Founder and director of the Summer Harp Institutes, Lynnelle Ediger-Kordzaia, a nationally recognized educator, is also the founder and director of the American Youth Harp Ensemble. She has taught the harp and directed harp ensembles for 20 years. The American Youth Harp Ensemble (AYHE) continues to dazzle audiences around the world as America’s premier youth harp ensemble. The Ensemble has brought world-class music to enthusiastic audiences in the U.S. and abroad through hundreds of performances, recordings, television and radio features on CNN, NBC, PBS and NPR affiliate stations. Since 1999, the Ensemble has made 15 national and international tours, performing in the Maastricht Music Festival (Netherlands), Edinburgh Festival (Scotland), the Paris Music Festival (France), Salla Puccini (Milan), Salle Gaveau (Paris), the United Nations (NY), the Kennedy Center (DC), the 34th and 38th American Harp Society National Conferences, AHS 9th Summer Institute, the Association for Music Personnel in Public Radio National Conference, and Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall twice. Most recently, the Ensemble performed in the London Festival of Music (England), on the “State of the Arts” Concert Series at the U.S. Department of State, at the White House (DC), in the Advent Music Festival in Vienna and Salzburg (Austria), for the Prince and Princess of Belgium, and for the 34th Annual Kennedy Center Honors performing for such musical luminaries John Williams, Itzhak Perlman, Yo Yo Ma, Joshua Bell, Jessye Norman and Denise Graves. Their performances have reached an audience of more than 300,000 viewers and listeners through television and radio broadcasts and live performances. The AYHE has been featured in two television specials: “The American Youth Harp Ensemble: Defying the Limits” and “The Community Idea Stations Present: Christmas with the American Youth Harp Ensemble.”

Mrs. Ediger-Kordzaia has been an invited presenter/performer at the World Harp Conference, American Harp Society National Conferences, the International Folk Harp Conference and the International Harp Therapy Conferences. She is a recipient of the Governor’s Citation for Excellence in the Arts and has twice been named a “Top Forty Under Forty” by arts and business publications in Virginia. Most recently she was honored with the American Alliance for Performing Arts Educators 5th Annual Del Keiffner Award for Outstanding Arts Educator at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C., the Teresa Pollak prize for “Excellence in the Arts” from Richmond Magazine, and was the recipient of the 2011 Distinguished Alumni Award in Music Education from Oberlin College Conservatory of Music. She holds an undergraduate degree in harp performance and a graduate degree in music education from Oberlin Conservatory of Music where she was a student of Alice Chalifoux. She also holds a masters degree in arts administration from Goucher College and is pursuing a doctorate in music education from Boston University. Along with her husband, orchestral conductor Alexander Kordzaia, she owns the Academy of Music, a Central Virginia's leading classical music school.

Grace Bauson

Core Faculty

Grace Bauson, who joined the faculty of the American Youth Harp Ensemble in 2010, received her Master of Music degree in 2007 from the University of Toronto, where she held a Fellowship during her studies with renowned harpist Judy Loman. She also studied in Austria with Adelheid Blovsky-Miller at the University of Vienna and with the legendary Lucile Lawrence at Tanglewood. Bauson began harp study at the age of nine under Elizabeth Richter, with whom she continued her undergraduate education at Ball State. The recipient of a National Merit Scholarship and a Young Artist Award, she graduated magna cum laude from Ball State with a Bachelor in Music in harp performance in 2005.

Bauson won fourth place in the 2004 Anne Adams National Harp Competition and was a national finalist for a Fulbright Award in 2005. In 2008 she was a semi-finalist in the William C. Byrd International String Competition and a winner of the Ball State University Graduate Concerto Competition. She has performed at the White House and the Kennedy Center, as well as with summer festival orchestras including the Tanglewood Young Artist Orchestra, the Sewanee Festival Orchestra and the Chautauqua Music Festival, where she was a featured soloist performing the Ravel Introduction and Allegro. As principal harp she has performed with the Scarborough Philharmonic in Canada, the Richmond Symphony in Virginia, and with the Muncie Symphony, Kokomo Symphony, Anderson Symphony and Marion Philharmonic orchestras in Indiana.

As a teacher, Bauson has taught a variety of students of all levels, from beginners to university harp majors. In addition to serving on the faculty of the Summer Harp Institutes, Bauson has been invited to teach at the Rocky Mountain Springs Harp Program in 2011. Bauson is currently pursuing a Doctor of Arts in harp performance.

Aponi Brunson

Core Faculty

Aponi Brunson, Assistant Artistic Director, is a graduate of the American Youth Harp Ensemble and of University of Mary Washington with degrees in both harp performance and music education. At Mary Washington, Ms. Brunson studied with Jeanne Chalifoux. Ms. Brunson has extensive teaching experience and is currently the Director of the AYHE Harp Therapy Programs and Director of the American Youth Harp Ensemble Concert Ensemble. As a harpist, Ms. Brunson performs regularly with orchestra,chamber music ensembles and choirs. Equally at home performing classical and jazz, Ms. Brunson brings a wealth of experience and versatility to her teaching. She has performed in venues such as Carnegie Hall, the Paris Music Festival, the Edinburgh Festival, and in Milan and Rome, Italy.

Meghan Gomen

Core Faculty

Gomen received her Master of Music in Orchestral Conducting from James Madison University where she studied conducting with Dr. Robert McCashin and harp with Bridgett Stuckey. At JMU, she had the privilege of performing with the Symphony, conducting the Chamber Orchestra, and singing with the Chorale. She also performed on numerous recitals and has been involved in the premiere performance of several new pieces. Since moving to Virginia, Gomen has performed with the Shenandoah Symphony Orchestra, Charlottesville Symphony and Waynesboro Symphony. Some of her favorite performances include accompanying baritone Kevin McMillan and performing in a backup orchestra with the band Kansas.

Alexander Kordzaia

Conducting and Core Faculty

Alexander Kordzaia, a native of Tbilisi, Republic of Georgia was, at the age of 24, the youngest conductor appointed to music director of the Georgia State Cappella and assistant conductor of the National Opera, the two most prestigious posts in the nation. Conducting engagements have taken him around the world including appearances throughout the former Soviet Union (Bolshoi Theater, Moscow and Philharmonic Halls, Odessa and St. Petersburg), Europe, Asia and the United States. Since moving to the United States in 1991 and furthering his graduate studies at the Juilliard School of Music and Mannes College of Music, he has served as the music director of several orchestras, presently the University of Richmond Symphony Orchestra, and is in demand as a guest conductor.

Elizabeth Richter

Guest Artist - Richmond Week 2 & European Summer Harp Institute

Elizabeth Richter has enjoyed a distinguished career as both a performer and teacher. Formerly principal harpist with the Kansas City Philharmonic and the Kansas City Lyric Opera, she has performed as concerto soloist with many orchestras, including the Philadelphia Chamber Orchestra in a performance of her edition of Carlos Salzedo’s previously unpublished concerto, The Enchanted Isle. Professor of Harp at Ball State University since 1982, in 2001 she received the Ball State University College of Fine Arts Dean's Teaching Award, given "in recognition of her superior teaching and dedication to student development." Her students have been prize-winners in numerous national, regional and local competitions and auditions, and have established successful careers as soloists, orchestral harpists, and teachers in the United States, Europe, and South America. She has conducted master classes at Tanglewood, the Royal Academy of Music in London and at many American universities and harp festivals, and is a frequent judge at competitions, including the American Harp Society Young Professional Competition. She served for several years on the National Screening Committee for Fulbright awards in the area of string instruments. In the summer she performs at the Midwest Harp Festival in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where she also teaches the College and Career-Bound seminar for advanced-level students.

SHI CALENDAR

Click here to see upcoming events!

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS

Harpists applying for advanced Week 2, 3 and/or the 2013 European Institute must include an audition CD or DVD.

Audition requirements:

1. Two solo pieces in contrasting styles.

2. One etude of choice.

Recordings can be mailed to the Academy of Music Summer Music Institutes, 4200 Dover Road, Richmond VA 23221. Contact us for more information.

APPLY TODAY!

With the exception of Week One of RSHI, (July 22-26, 2013) and the European Summer Harp Institute & Tour, all Summer Harp Institute registrations received before March 15, 2013 will receive a $100 discount off full day tuition! This offer is limited to one per family.

Registration Details

The deadline for regular registration is June 15, 2013. For registration after June 15, please inquire as registration will be determined by space availability only. Registration includes a completed registration form and a non-refundable deposit of $100 to reserve your space. The balance is due on July 1st, 2013. Harpists applying for advanced Week 2, 3 and/or the 2013 European Institute must include an audition CD or DVD. Click here for repertoire requirements.

Accommodations

Students who do not reside in the Richmond area will be placed with a host family, usually a local harp family. Arrangements will be made to match each boarding student with accommodations. For families wishing to travel with their child, information on local hotels can be provided.

For MSHI, students who do not reside in the Frederick area will board either with host families or in the host church's nearby parish house. These arrangements will be finalized based on the final numbers of institute registrants. Minimum age for boarding students is 12.

Cost

MARYLAND SUMMER HARP INSTITUTE:
July 15-19

Half-day students: $350

Full Institute: $695

Full Institute + Boarding: $895

RICHMOND SUMMER HARP INSTITUTE:
Week One: July 22-26

Week Two: July 29-August 2

Half-day students: $350

Full Institute: $695

Full Institute + Boarding: $895

Week Three: August 5-9

Half-day students: $350

Full Institute: $695

Full Institute + Boarding: $895

Make all checks payable to the Academy of Music, 4200 Dover Road, Richmond, VA 23221. Limited scholarship assistance available for Weeks Two and Three, contact academy.music@hotmail.com for more information.

Harps

Lever and pedal harps will be provided on a first-come; first-served basis.

Age

All applicants must be between the ages of 7 and 18 as of 1/1/2013

Other deadlines

Once accepted, unless notification of withdrawal from the Institute is received in writing by 6/15/2013, the student and parent/guardian are considered legally responsible for payment of fees in full. All fees must be paid in full by 7/1/2013.

Registration

Register for Summer Harp Institutes by clicking the appropriate link below.

Spaces are limited. Register today!

Register	Class	Gender Ages	Dates	Days Times	Cost
Register	Maryland Summer Harp Institute-Half Day One week intensive summer harp institute offered to all levels of harpists in Frederick, MD.	Both 7 - 18	07/15/13-07/19/13	Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri 9:00am-12:00pm	350.00
Register	Maryland Summer Harp Institute-Full Institute One week intensive summer harp institute offered to all levels of harpists in Frederick, MD.	Both 7 - 18	07/15/13-07/19/13	Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri 9:00am-4:00pm	695.00
Register	Maryland Summer Harp Institute-Full Institute + Boarding One week intensive summer harp institute offered to all levels of harpists in Frederick, MD, with room and board included.	Both 12 - 18	07/15/13-07/19/13	Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri 9:00am-4:00pm	895.00

2648601	European Summer Harp Institute + Tour	Register	European Summer Harp Institute + Tour	Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri,Sat,Sun	9:00am-5:00pm	07/29/13	3,950.00
2648666	European Summer Harp Institute + Tour (+ Boarding)	Register	European Summer Harp Institute + Tour (+ Boarding)	Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri,Sat,Sun	9:00am-5:00pm	07/29/13	4,100.00

Register	RSHI--All Harp Levels--Week Three--Full Day	Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri	9:00am-4:00pm	08/05/13	695.00
2594945	RSHI--All Harp Levels--Week Three--Full Day + Boarding	Register	RSHI--All Harp Levels--Week Three--Full Day + Boarding	Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri	9:00am-4:00pm	08/05/13	895.00
2594947	RSHI--All Harp Levels--Week Two--Full Day	Register	RSHI--All Harp Levels--Week Two--Full Day	Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri	9:00am-4:00pm	07/29/13	695.00
2594948	RSHI--All Harp Levels--Week Two--Full Day + Boarding	Register	RSHI--All Harp Levels--Week Two--Full Day + Boarding	Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri	9:00am-4:00pm	07/29/13	895.00
2594950	RSHI--Beginning Harp--Week One--Half Day	Register	RSHI--Beginning Harp--Week One--Half Day	Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri	9:00am-12:00pm	07/22/13	250.00
2594949	RSHI--All Harp Levels--Week Two--Half Day	Register	RSHI--All Harp Levels--Week Two--Half Day	Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri	1:00pm-4:00pm	07/29/13	350.00
2594946	RSHI--All Harp Levels--Week Three--Half Day	Register	RSHI--All Harp Levels--Week Three--Half Day	Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri	1:00pm-4:00pm	08/05/13	350.00

Harp Institutes

2013 European Summer Harp Institute & Tour:
August 5-19, 2013

Maryland Summer Harp Institute Concert Series

Richmond Summer Harp Institute Concert Series