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Young Artist’s Harp Seminar

Announcing the dates for the 24th season of the Young Artist’s Harp Seminar! Join us July 5–19 in 2025 at our NEW LOCATION: Georgetown Preparatory School located in North Bethesda, MD.

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July 5–19, 2025

YAHS program

The two-week YAHS program is open to pedal harpists ages 12–26 by audition. This program is designed to be an intensive training program for serious harp students.

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July 6–13, 2025

Prep program

The Prep program is a one week program for lever or pedal harpists ages 8–17. This program is less intensive than our core program and no audition is required.

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faculty

YAHS and Prep faculty and visiting artists include some of the best performers and teachers from around the world. They include major competition winners, principal harpists at major orchestras, and instructors at top conservatories and music schools.

guest artist

Judy Loman

We’re pleased to announce that Judy Loman will return as our YAHS 2025 Guest Artist!

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Why choose YAHS?

Why choose YAHS for your 2025 harp experience?

“Playing the harp is unique and special, which means it comes with special challenges and obstacles. YAHS provides an environment and education where young harpists can experience true relatability and validation from their peers.

YAHS offers world-class instruction from teachers and mentors who can support young harpists and college harpists with different solutions to their harp education that would foment their usual home location instruction.

YAHS is so much more than a harp seminar. Students enjoy training in Music Theory, Musician’s Mental Health, Body Mapping, and Exposure to the modern professional life of a practicing musician.”

—Raquel Coleman, counselor

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What students say

Zoe

“My favorite musical memory at YAHS was the masterclass with Nancy Allen. She has been one of the harpists I have looked up to since I began playing and it was an honor to play for her. With it being the first masterclass I have played at, I was very nervous but she was very helpful and full of ideas to help me bring out my abilities.”

Lydia

“YAHS has prepared me to become a better harpist in so many ways, from mock orchestra auditions to hours of ensemble experience. Being surrounded with incredible peers, teachers, and guest artists for two weeks gave me the chance to better notice technique and learn to play with more confidence.”

Lily

“I loved going to YAHS because it was such a special experience being with so many amazing harpists. The faculty and musical opportunities are absolutely wonderful and I’m so grateful I went.”

Krista

“My favorite part of YAHS was the variety of performance opportunities. I enjoyed the numerous different types of performance experiences from masterclasses to audition preparation and everything in between. YAHS is perfect for developing essential performance skills as a harpist.”

Become a counselor

Our YAHS and Prep Divisions are looking for counselors to join us for our 2025 season! If you have any questions, please email us at info@harpseminar.com.

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Contact Information

First Name *

Last Name *

Mobile Phone *

Email Address *

YAHS Communication is done solely via email. Provide an accurate email address that you check regularly where we can send important information. YAHS only sends correspondences to one email address; the one provided here. Please be sure to use an address that you check frequently and will be valid through July.

Which division are you interested in being a counselor for YAHS or Prep? *

YAHS

Prep

I am interested in either division

Home Mailing Address Line 1 *

Home City *

Home State *

Home Postal Code *

Home Country *

School Mailing Address Line 1 (College)

School City

School State

School Postal Code

School Country

About You

Birthdate *

YAHS counselors need to be at least 21 years of age at the start of the seminar on July 5, 2025. Prep counselors need to be at least 18 years of age at the start of the seminar on July 6, 2025.

Age on July 6, 2025 *

Expected Graduation

Name of College or (if applicable)

College Major

College Minor

What kind of harp do you plan to bring to YAHS? *

Counselors are expected to bring their own harp.

Do you have a valid US driver's license? *

Yes

OtherOther

What kind of vehicle do you plan to bring to YAHS? *

YAHS counselors are required to bring a car to assist with harp and student transportation throughout the seminar.

Is your vehicle capable of moving a concert grand harp? *

Yes

How many seat belted passengers can your vehicle carry, including the driver but without a harp? *

What is your primary language? *

Have you studied other languages? (Please describe.)

Music Information and Background

Counselors are expected to be role model harpists for our students.

Who is your current harp teacher?

Teacher's phone

Teacher's email

List of Previous Teachers including dates *

Education: List Schools and Degrees, including dates *

Orchestra Experience: List Organizations, including dates. *

Music Theory: List classes or other background you have in music theory, rhythmic or ear training. *

Music Reading *

Please choose an option to describe your music reading skills. Be honest in your assessment as this will help us get to know you better.

What year did you begin pedal harp?

List several pieces that are in your current repertoire.

What is the most recent piece you have performed in public that represents your current level?

What are your goals with the harp?

Tell us a little about yourself and why you feel you would be a good fit as counselor for YAHS?

Please list any additional qualities you have that might be beneficial to the Young Artist's Harp Seminar: i.e. certified life guard, training in CPR, piano accompanist, recreational and sports interests, etc.

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