Here are a range of events and workshops that will interest harpists and harp enthusiasts. Events presented by the Harp Society of WA will be noted in the description.
Entry to the 2021 Harp Music Composition Competition is now open!
Entries will be judged by internationally renowned harpist, Alice Giles. Harpists of all ages and skill levels are invited to enter and all genres of music are welcome. All pieces can be up to 3 minutes in length. There is no minimum length. Alice will provide feedback for the composer of each piece.
This year we have two overall prizes. The overall winner of 'Music with a score' will win $150 to spend at Harporia and free Harp Society of WA membership next year, and the overall winner of 'Music without a score' will win $100 to spend at Harporia and free Harp Society of WA membership next year.
To enter, email an MP4 video recording of yourself playing your piece, a written score if you have one, the completed entry form (attached to this email) and proof that you have paid the entry fee to harpsocietywa@gmail.com. The entry form is a Word document that can be filled in electronically, so you don't have to print and scan it. Entry is $20 for Harp Society of WA members and $40 for non-members. One entry per person.
Entries are open from Sunday the 1st of August to Sunday the 19th of September 2021.
If you have any questions, email harpsocietywa@gmail.com.
Busselton Repertory Club presents 'Harp on the Willow', the incredible true story of Mary O'Hara, the famous Irish harpist and Singer and folk music legend. You will laugh and you will cry and you will be thrilled by the beautiful singing. See how she copes when Tyrone Kane comes into her life and turns it upside down with his unorthodox approach to life. It is a story told with songs, drama and humour. Audiences will always remember it for all of this and more!
Weld Theatre Busselton, corner of Queen and Adelaide Streets.
Friday 16 April 7:30pm
Saturday 17 April 7:30pm
Sunday 18 April 2pm
Thursday 22 April 7:30pm
Friday 23 April 7:30pm
Saturday 24 April 7:30pm
Sunday 25 April 2pm
The Harp Society of Western Australia will host a harp improvisation and embellishment workshop, presented by fantastic local harpist and teacher, Catherine Ashley.
When: Saturday 27 March 1pm-5pm. Arrive by 12:40pm to set up.
Where: Elevate Church Hall, 61 Alexander Road (corner of Kooyong Road) Rivervale. Ample parking at the rear, off Alexander Road.
Cost: Harp Society of WA members $30. Non-members $55.
Booking: Book by the end of Friday 26 March. Make a direct debit payment to the Harp Society account and (if you can) email your payment record to harpsocietywa@gmail.com. If you need to pay another way, send an email.
Account name: Harp Society of Western Australia Inc.
BSB: 036-019
Account No.: 181192
Reference: Your last name and 'improv workshop' (e.g. Smith improv workshop)
Bring: Harp, harp chair, music stand, notebook and pen.
Afternoon tea will be provided.
More information about the workshop will be available soon.
