Harp Workshops, Courses and Weeks 2021
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HARP WEEKENDS at the Harbison Harp Studio in Warwick, UK
All the following weekends are suitable for Adult Learners: Beginner-Intermediate Level. One or two-day options available. We are now taking bookings for 2021 Harp Weekends and we look forward to seeing you in person soon!
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- Sat 19 June - Sun 20 June 2021 - Still a few places left !! Book Now.
- Sat 11 Sept - Sun 12 Sept 2021
Sat 09 Oct - Sun 10 Oct 2021
Sat 06 Nov - Sun 07 Nov 2021
HARP WEEKS at the Harbison Harp Studio in Warwick, UK
For players at all ages and levels of ability - and teachers.
2021 Dates TBC.
Contact us to register interest if you are interested in a week's course.
Online Teacher Training
Sat 12 June - Sun 13 June 2021 - Two-day-course: "Introduction to Oral Teaching" - STILL A FEW PLACES AVAILABLE!!
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Marlborough Summerschool
Mon 02 August - Fri 06 August 2021 
There are two different courses available - please book directly using the following links:
Celtic Harp for Beginners - Afternoons
The Harp of the British Isle - For adults with a little experience - Mornings
1-2-1 In-Person or Skype lessons available with Janet Harbison
One-to-one lessons available with Janet in person at her Harp Studio in Warwick, or Skype lessons available worldwide.
Tailor-Made Intensive Courses with Janet Harbison
Comprises one hour (or more) each day for 5 days focused on you and what you need or would like to achieve.
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.and let’s make a plan! Your daily lessons will start with a technical warm-up and then ‘the plan’ kicks in….
TESTIMONIALS
What Janet's On-line pupils thought:
'For sure I've learned more from you than anyone. I full heartedly love lessons, it's my favourite part of the week'
Sarah L., Oregon
Let me say how much I enjoyed Tuesdays harp lesson. It brought back a tidal wave of great memories all centered around your harp instruction.
Connie C., Okanagen Falls, BC
"I had been playing the harp for six years before I started with Janet and after one year with her my repertoire has tripled and I have developed skills I never thought I’d have. Learning through Skype caused there to be no interruption in lessons when quarantine started and has been really helpful as my parents don’t have to drive the harp long distances. My sister and I have found it much easier to learn new pieces for choir and other events thanks to Janet’s teaching technique"
Katie (16 )and sister Chloe (10) O'S., Kildare
What the course participants thought:
'Janet makes everyone feel relaxed in her well equipped harp studio and seamlessly adjusts group work to fit each individual. A great mixture of technical exercises, new tunes and tackling accompaniment. The traditional Irish music session in the evening was thoroughly enjoyable and inspirational. Great music, great company and great food. I learnt a lot and looking forward to attending again in the future'
Jill B., Liverpool
I used to try and learn the right-hand and left-hand parts of a tune and then struggle to put them together. Then I went to Janet’s weekend workshop and everything became clearer and easier. Janet explained how chords work and showed me some easy chords and how to play them in a variety of ways to accompany the tune. The workshop was fun and relaxed. Players of different abilities could join in at their own level and the workshop gave me confidence to play with others, including more experienced players. I am now enjoying my harp much more. Thanks Janet, I will definitely be coming to more of your workshops.
Also, please could I book on to the feb weekend if you have space?
Isabelle F., London
‘I have just experienced four incredible weeks of total immersion harp studies. Honestly, I absolutely loved every minute of it and I’d do it all again in a heartbeat. I was exposed to wonderful stories of Irish history, amazing music, fabulous people, an incredible venue with excellent cuisine and your thoughtful curriculum complete with teachers on your team who are second to none. Thank you Janet, and thanks to everyone for your contributions towards this magnificent learning experience. You’re all forever in my heart.’
Connie C., Okanagen Falls, BC
‘Janet, you’re my champion – Grainne H and Cormac DeB both said I would do great with you, and I did! Loved my 3 weeks with you this year as well as my week last year. Coming back again next year for sure!’
Hank H', Arkansas, USA
‘This was my second time and worth every inch of the distance. I’m taking a life-ful of teaching skills home with me as well as great music and memories’
Christine M., Adelaide, Australia
‘What a great harp week. Tanja got a lot from it and we’ll be back…’
Jed & Tanja, Norway