HarpArts Study Program
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HarpArts is offered as a one or two week retreat of harp study for adults with Lynne Aspnes, Professor of Harp and Associate Dean of the Herberger College of the Arts at Arizona State University. Chilali Hugo, a graduate of the University of Michigan and the Royal Academy of Music, London, England, and Christopher Sheer, PhD in Musicology, will assist. |
| Each attendee will be able to access a minimum of four hours of structured class time each day. Two private lessons with Lynne are included and scheduled in consultation with the guest. Additional private lessons with Lynne and Chilali will be available as the schedule allows. There will be time during the day for individual practice, small ensemble practice, and private lessons. During the week there is time for guests to enjoy the beauty and serenity of Smithgall Woods with a walk, a hike, or a conversation on the porch with new friends. |
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“Lynne established an atmosphere of mutual respect and caring at HarpArts.
We all felt that she really cared about us and so we were ready to trust her to
take us to whatever "next" we wanted or she felt we needed.
A wonderful week for learning and renewal! " J.M., 2007
"HarpArts retreat provided an incredibly focused week of identifying personal
technique improvement needs and the time to apply and practice." G.P., 2006
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| Begin your day with morning stretch and yoga on the deck overlooking Dover Creek. |
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Enjoy a selection of your favorite breakfast foods in the Smithgall Room or on the porch. |
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Throughout the day there are:
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scheduled classes, |
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rehearsals, |
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practice time, |
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Master classes, performance classes, practice time, and solo, duo, and trio work make up the remainder of the weekly schedule. Instructors are available for consultation during the day and willingly share their knowledge and experiences. |
Solo, duos, trios, and large ensembles
are available and encouraged.
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There are opportunities to accompany other instrumentalist.
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Classes cover such topics as performance success, technique, theory, harp maintenance, musicology, repertoire, and orchestral performance. |
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Dinner is a time to discuss the events of the day, share experiences, and enjoy the company of other harpists.
The meal is elegantly presented and prepared using fresh produce and herbs from the Smithgall garden. |
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There are five evenings of group or solo performance classes, a concert by professional musicians,
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a final concert and demonstration of the retreat activities
for the surrounding community on Saturday evening.
Showcase 2007
Showcase 2006
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