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.
A number of harp-related workshops and seminars are offered, depending on the week.
Maryland, European Institute, and Richmond Weeks 2 and 3 only. Seminars and Workshops to be chosen from:
Conducting
Learn basic skills of conducting and leading an ensemble. Students will prepare a short score while conducting their peers. Students will be have an opportunity to conduct in the final performance. Click here to watch student conducting videos! link
Orchestral Skills
Students will gain insights into orchestral playing from orchestral harpists as well as a professional symphony conductor during this informative session.
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 will be explored, with its resources and realities. Students will develop a wedding repertoire list and book, individualized contracts, marketing strategies and other practical aspects of a 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 will help 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.
Introduction to Improvisation and Jazz for Classical Musicians
A brief lecture on the history of Jazz. All harpists will learn the basics of improvisation.