Harp Events

A Sampling of Events and Workshops

  • Harp circles will generally be held the 2nd Sunday, every other month.
  • Location: St. Luke's Episcopal, 4011 Major Ave, Madison, WI 53716
  • Dates for Harp Circles (Time: 2-4 PM)
  • September and November 2025 dates TBD (tentatively Sep. 14 and Nov. 9, 2025) What to bring to harp circles: Harp, tuner, music stand, sheet music (contact us if you need the link), beverage and snack for social time if desired. Consider bringing a "party piece" to play for the group (not required). ------------------------------------------------------------------- More events:
  • Irish Slow Session - in-person, twice a month at Muso Madison. See their Facebook page for dates (sheet music they use is in the Files tab for their Facebook page). Open to all instruments (not a harp-specific event). The Madison Slow Irish Session is the 4th Sunday each month 5-7 PM. The slightly faster Beginner/Intermediate Irish Session is the 3rd Sundy each month 5-7 PM. Harps Northwest JaNEWary Challenge with new content for 2024 (and more coming), but you can also view the previous years as well. Sheet music and video tutorials are free, and the intent is to learn a bit more each day.
  • Edinburgh Harp Festival April 11-15, 2025 (in-person and possibly also some online components).
  • The Harp Gathering will be in Archbold, OH May (15) 16-18, 2025.
  • WYSO Harp Ensemble will introduce us to the harpists of tomorrow at their spring concert, May 18, 1:00-2:30 PM at the Hamel Music Center in Madison, WI. The concert will feature several groups: WYSO’s Harp Ensemble, Opus One Orchestra, and Sinfonietta Orchestra.
  • The Somerset Harp Festival will be held in Princeton, NJ on July 17-20, 2025. Hybrid event (in-person and/or online).After the event, you can still buy an online subscription to the recordings. Celebrating 25 years in 2025! Thursday will be a full day instead of a half day this year.
  • Huron Harp Fest will be held in a NEW location, beautiful Port Elgin, Ontario. October 17-19, 2025. This year, it includes an ensemble opportunity. The Huron Harp Fest is an all-inclusive package this year which includes workshops, concerts, accommodation and all meals (It does not include alcoholic beverages). Registration closes Sep. 15.
  • Caird na Cruite has a few workshops and concerts online on Youtube and their Facebook page.
  • Rachel Hair is offering free workshops taught by ear (sheet music available for a fee) through her Harp at Home series.
  • *Please visit the International Society of Folk Harpers and Craftsman and Harpcolumn sites for additional resources/events.