YAHS application: Admin portal The admin only sections cannot be seen or edited by students. Admins can edit these fields in a student's form to indicate the status of various things. These fields are linked to the progress tracking views that students see, so do not change them! Student ID Program Application status AppliedAcceptedWaitlistedNot AcceptedWithdrew Registration status IncompleteComplete Form Progress—Admin only This section is used to track student form progress. These fields are linked to the progress tracking views, so do not change them. Application form SubmittedCompleteIncomplete Audition and Scholarship Application Form Not submittedSubmittedCompleteIncompleteNot Required Teacher Recommendation Not submittedSubmittedCompleteIncompleteNot Required Permission and Waiver form Not submittedsubmittedCompleteIncompleteNot Required Harp and Bench Rental Request form Not submittedsubmittedCompleteIncompleteNot Required YAHS Theory Test Not submittedsubmittedCompleteIncompleteNot Required Admin Notes Use this field to leave notes for students. Admin Note plus1 Add minus1 Remove Begin application * Start my application Contact Information First Name * Last Name * Are you new to the Young Artist's Harp Seminar? * I will be a new student at YAHS. I have attended YAHS before. I have attended Prep before. Student Email Address * YAHS communication is done solely via email. Provide an accurate email address that you check regularly where we can send important information regarding your application status, fee deadlines, seminar updates, etc. Please be sure to use an address that you check frequently and will be valid through July. Secondary YAHS Communication Email Address * YAHS communication is done solely via email. Provide an accurate email address that you check regularly where we can send important information regarding your application status, fee deadlines, seminar updates, etc. Please be sure to use an address that you check frequently and will be valid through July. Student Phone Number * Student cell phone numbers will primarily be used for communication during the seminar. Home Phone Number (if applicable) Mailing Address * City * State * SELECT ONEAlabamaAlaskaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingOther (non-US) Postal Code * Country * About You Birthdate * Age on July 4, 2026 * Expected Graduation * High School 2026High School 2027High School 2028High School 2029High School 2030High School 2031High School 2032College 2026College 2027College 2028College 2029Other Expected Graduation What are your preferred pronouns? * she/her he/him they/them OtherOther I prefer not to answer You may select multiple options. Name of College (if applicable) College Major (if applicable) Anticipated major is welcomed too. College Minor (if applicable) What is your primary language? * Have you studied other languages? (Please describe.) Select which applies. * I am flying to the seminar and will need to rent a harp. I am driving to the seminar and will bring my own harp. I am not sure yet how I will be traveling to the seminar. Please note: If you are driving, we strongly recommend you bring your own harp. Rental harps are limited and priority is given to international students and others flying to YAHS. Parent/Contact Information Ask your parents/guardians to help answer these questions. Parent/Contact 1 First Name * Parent/Contact 1 Last Name * Parent/Contact 1 Email Address * The student and primary email address previously inputted will be the primary contacts for all YAHS communications. Parent/alternative contact emails are only used when communication with the provided contacts is not successful or in the case of an emergency. Parent/Contact 1 Phone Number * This phone number will only be used for emergencies. Parent/Contact 2 First Name Parent/Contact 2 Last Name Parent/Contact 2 Email Address The student and primary email address previously inputted will be the primary contacts for all YAHS communications. Parent/alternative contact emails are only used when communication with the provided contacts is not successful or in the case of an emergency. Parent/Contact 2 Phone Number This phone number will only be used for emergencies. Select any/all your parent/guardian would be interested in. * My parent/contact would be interested in volunteering my time this summer. My parent/contact would be interested in greeting and helping at events and concerts. My parent/contact would be interested in donating dood or beverages for events and/or recreational activities. My parent/contact is not able to volunteer in in person, but is interested in helping by making a financial contribution. My parent/contact is interested in helping with the Parents Association byMy parent/contact is interested in helping with the Parents Association by My parent/contact is not interested in participating in the Parents Association. Starting in 2026, YAHS is calling to form a Parent's Association to help support the YAHS community and students during our seminar. Please complete this portion of the form to the best of your ability and feel free to reach out to info@harpseminar.com with any questions. Does your parent/contact have any skills they would like us to know about or ideas for YAHS they would help us accomplish? (Ex: AV recording/livestream help, recreational events, accounting/book-keeping, receptions/event-planning, etc.) Would your parent/contact be interested in sponsoring a student who is not financially able to come to YAHS? * Yes Not at this time Maybe Music Information and Background Teacher First Name * Teacher Last Name * Teacher Email Address * Confirm Teacher Email Address * Teacher Phone Number * What year did you begin pedal harp? * What pieces are in your current repertoire? * What is the most recent piece you have performed in public that represents your current level? * What do you hope to accomplish at YAHS? * What are your future musical goals? * Are there any other accomplishments you would like to share with us? Competitions, auditions, awards? Where did you hear about YAHS? * Are you intending to apply for a YAHS Scholarship? * Yes No Read the information on the Apply to YAHS page for more information about scholarship requirements. References List two references other than your family or your harp teacher that know you well. Tell us how you know them and provide contact information. Reference #1 * Relationship #1 * Email address #1 * Reference #2 Relationship #2 Email address #2 Comments For any questions, please email info@harpseminar.com. Pay Application Fee After you submit this form, you will be taken to a page to pay your application fee online securely using Paypal. All payments must be done online; do not send checks or money orders. Note: If you are not redirected, it means that your form was not properly submitted. Click the application form tab again to check for error messages. Captcha If you are human, leave this field blank. YAHS Audition and Scholarship Student ID * Begin my audition/scholarship application Start my audition/scholarship application 2025 YAHS Audition and Scholarship Application This form is due March 15, 2025. Please name your recorded submissions in the following format: namecomposertitle.mp3. YAHS audition (non-scholarship): two contrasting solos. Partial work-study scholarships: two contrasting pieces, one orchestra excerpt, one etude, one video essay. Siochi Scholarship: two contrasting pieces, one orchestra excerpt, one etude, one video essay, and financial statement. First Name Last Name Email Audition Recording Please upload your audio recordings here following the guidelines for audition recordings on the button to the right. There are 4 spaces provided. You may not need them all. Title Composer First Solo Drop a file here or click to upload Choose File Maximum file size: 134.22MB Please name your recorded submissions in the following format: namecomposertitle.mp3. Title Composer Second Contrasting Solo Drop a file here or click to upload Choose File Maximum file size: 134.22MB Please name your recorded submissions in the following format: namecomposertitle.mp3. Title Composer Optional Piece Drop a file here or click to upload Choose File Maximum file size: 134.22MB (Optional extra solo, etude, or excerpt.) Please name your recorded submissions in the following format: namecomposertitle.mp3. Title Composer Optional Piece Drop a file here or click to upload Choose File Maximum file size: 134.22MB (Optional extra solo, etude, or excerpt.) Please name your recorded submissions in the following format: namecomposertitle.mp3. YAHS Scholarship Application (Read more about scholarship requirements on the About YAHS page.) Are you Applying for a Scholarship? * Yes, I would like to apply for a partial work-study scholarship Yes, I would like to apply for the full Siochi Scholarship No, I am not applying for a scholarship. Title of Etude Etude Author/Composer Etude (Required for Scholarship Application) Drop a file here or click to upload Choose File Maximum file size: 134.22MB Please name your recorded submissions in the following format: namecomposertitle.mp3. Title of Orchestral Excerpt Composer of Orchestral Excerpt Orchestral Excerpt (Required for Scholarship Application) Drop a file here or click to upload Choose File Maximum file size: 134.22MB Please name your recorded submissions in the following format: namecomposertitle.mp3. Provide a link to your video essay. (YouTube, Dropbox, Sharable Drive link, etc.) Please submit your video essay here. Videos should be no longer than 2 minutes including the following information: Provide your financial statement here or upload file. This section may be completed by parents as applicable. Submit pertinent information here about your current family financial situation. Include any information that may be beneficial to our decision. Income tax returns are not required, but we do trust that you will give us an honest representation of your financial situation and why a full scholarship is necessary. Upload your financial statement or other supporting documentation. Drop a file here or click to upload Choose File Maximum file size: 134.22MB Please name your recorded submissions in the following format: NameSiochiFinancialStatement.mp3. If you are human, leave this field blank. Teacher Recommendation Begin recommendation * Start recommendation Student ID * Enter the Student ID number for the student you are recommending. This ID number was emailed to your student, and can also be found on their account page. Contact Information Teacher First Name * Teacher Last Name * Teacher Email Address * Teacher Phone Number * Teacher Mailing Address City * State * SELECT ONEAlabamaAlaskaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingOther (non-US) State Postal Code * Country * Recommendation Student First Name * Student Last Name * How long has this student studied with you? * Can this student read music fluently? * Please rate this student's sight reading. * 1 Star 2 Stars 3 Stars 4 Stars 5 Stars What is your student's level of comfort on a pedal harp? * Very good; multiple and complicated pedaling is not a problem Good; knows the pedals well, but not quickly New to pedal harp: very little exposure to pedals, and slow to find pedals Describe the student's current repertoire: * Describe the student's potential as a harpist: * Please address level of playing, musicality and rhythm. Describe the student's attitude, practice habits, and motivation towards lessons and the harp: * Do you feel this student will benefit from two weeks of intensive harp study and make a positive contribution to the YAHS program? * Additional Comments Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns about their participation and preparation. If you are human, leave this field blank. Theory Test 2025 Theory Test Submission Student Full Name Email Theory Test Upload your completed test here. Drop a file here or click to upload Choose File Maximum file size: 134.22MB Submit Submit Theory Test Start Student ID * If you are human, leave this field blank. PREP application: Prep Admin Portal The admin only sections cannot be seen or edited by students. Admins can edit these fields in a student's form to indicate the status of various things. These fields are linked to the progress tracking views that students see, so do not change them! Student ID Program Application status AppliedAcceptedWaitlistedNot AcceptedWithdrew Registration status IncompleteComplete Form Progress—Admin only Application form SubmittedConfirmedIncomplete Prep Teacher Recommendation Not submittedSubmitted Prep Scholarship Form Not submittedSubmittedConfirmedIncompleteNot required Prep Permission and Waiver form Not submittedSubmitted Prep Musical Preparation form Not submittedSubmitted Admin Notes Paragraph Begin application * Start application Contact Information First Name * Last Name * Are you new to the Young Artist's Harp Seminar's Prep program? * I will be a new student at Prep. I have attended Prep before. Primary YAHS Communication Email Address * YAHS communication is done solely via email. Provide an accurate email address that you check regularly where we can send important information regarding your application status, fee deadlines, seminar updates, etc. Please be sure to use an address that you check frequently and will be valid through July. Secondary YAHS Communication Email Address YAHS communication is done solely via email. Provide an accurate email address that you check regularly where we can send important information regarding your application status, fee deadlines, seminar updates, etc. Please be sure to use an address that you check frequently and will be valid through July. Student Phone Number (if applicable) Home Phone Number (if applicable) Mailing Address * City * State * SELECT ONEAlabamaAlaskaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingOther (non-US) Postal Code * Country * About You Birthdate * Age on July 7, 2026 * What are your preferred pronouns? * she/her he/him they/them OtherOther I prefer not to answer You may select multiple options. Name of School * Expected Graduation * High School 2026High School 2027High School 2028High School 2029High School 2030High School 2031High School 2032High School 2033High School 2034High School 2035 Expected Graduation What is your primary language? * Have you studied other languages? (Please describe.) Select which applies. * I am flying to the seminar and will need to rent a harp. I am driving to the seminar and will bring my own harp. I am not sure yet how I will be traveling to the seminar. Please note: If you are driving, we strongly recommend you bring your own harp. Rental harps are limited and priority is given to international students and others flying to YAHS. What kind of harp do you play at home? Please specify lever or pedal, make, model, and number of strings. * Parent Information Parents/Guardians should fill out this section. Parent/Contact 1 First Name * Parent/Contact 1 Last Name * Parent/Contact 1 Email Address * The primary and secondary email address previously inputted will be the primary contacts for all YAHS communications. Any alternative contact emails are only used when communication with the provided contacts is not successful or in the case of an emergency. Parent/Contact 1 Phone Number * This phone number will only be used for emergencies. Parent/Contact 2 First Name Parent/Contact 2 Last Name Parent/Contact 2 Email Address The primary and secondary email address previously inputted will be the primary contacts for all YAHS communications. Any alternative contact emails are only used when communication with the provided contacts is not successful or in the case of an emergency. Parent/Contact 2 Phone Number This phone number will only be used for emergencies. Select any/all you would be interested in. * I would be interested in volunteering my time this summer. I would be interested in greeting and helping at events and concerts. I would be interested in donating dood or beverages for events and/or recreational activities. I am not able to volunteer in in person, but I am interested in helping by making a financial contribution. I am interested in helping with the Parents Association byI am interested in helping with the Parents Association by I am not interested in participating in the Parents Association. Starting in 2026, YAHS is calling to form a Parent's Association to help support the YAHS community and students during our seminar. Please complete this portion of the form to the best of your ability and feel free to reach out to info@harpseminar.com with any questions. Do you have any skills you would like us to know about or ideas for YAHS you would help us accomplish? (Ex: AV recording/livestream help, recreational events, accounting/book-keeping, receptions/event-planning, etc.) Would you be interested in sponsoring a student who is not financially able to come to YAHS? * Yes Not at this time Maybe Music Information and Background Teacher First Name * Teacher Last Name * Teacher Email Address * Confirm Teacher Email Address * Teacher Phone Number * What year did you begin harp? * Music Reading * 1) I am a strong reader and can sight-read very well.2) I am a good reader and don't mind trying to sightread, although it's not always perfect.3) I can read comfortably as long as I have a little bit of time to prepare with a new piece.4) I am not a comfortable reader and need a lot of time to prepare when given a new piece. 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 pieces are in your current repertoire? * What is the most recent piece you have performed in public that represents your current level? * What do you hope to accomplish at YAHS? * What are your future musical goals? * Where did you hear about YAHS? * Will you be applying for a scholarship? * Yes No Read the information on the Apply to Prep page for more information about scholarship requirements. List a reference other than a family member or your harp teacher that know you well. Tell us how you know them and provide contact information. * References are used for if we need more information regarding the student besides the teacher recommendation part of the application. References can be people who can attest to the student's playing ability or even a person who can attest to the student's dedication or passion for music/harp. Comments For any questions, please email info@harpseminar.com. Pay Application Fee After you submit this form, you will be taken to a page to pay your application fee online securely using Paypal. All payments must be done online; do not send checks or money orders. Note: If you are not redirected, it means that your form was not properly submitted. Click the application form tab again to check for error messages. Captcha If you are human, leave this field blank.
