June 19-23, 2011
(Preceded by the Lyon & Healy Awards on June 18-19, 2011)
University of North Texas
College of Music in Denton
Chair: Jaymee Haefner
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (pdf)
2011 Flyer (pdf)
We invite you to travel to the Southwest for the AHS, Inc. Summer Institute and National Competition in June, 2011! The Summer Institute and National Competitions will be held on the campus of the University of North Texas, which is on the perimeter of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area. The programs will offer a taste of the rich history of harpists from the Southwest, and will feature elements of world music.
REGISTRATION DETAILS
Early registrations must be received by April 1, 2011
Late registration available
after April 1, 2011
Onsite registration available during the institute
FULL REGISTRATION
21 or Younger Student Early $75
21 or Younger Student Late $85 (after April 1, 2011)
Adult Early $85
Adult Late $95 (after April 1, 2011)
Family Member/Spouse Early $50
Family Member/Spouse Late $60 (after April 1, 2011)
PARTIAL REGISTRATION
Student Day Pass $40
Adult Day Pass $45
DONATIONS FOR JAPAN: NIPPON HARP ASSOCIATION
Part of the American Harp Society’s mission is to support the global harp community, including humanitarian efforts on a personal level.
In response to the recent tragedies in Japan, the American Harp Society will be collecting donations for those harpists in Japan (Nippon Harp Association) who were affected by the recent tsunami and earthquake.
Checks may be made payable to the “American Harp Society,” with “Japan” in the memo line. Please feel free to make your cash or check donation at the Institute Welcome Desk. If you're unable to attend the institute but would still like to make a contribution, please contact AHS Bookkeeper Jan Bishop at jan.bishop@juno.com.
Thank you for your generosity!
THE ANDERSON GROUP AHS, INC. 9th SUMMER INSTITUTE AND 19th NATIONAL COMPETITION SCHOLARSHIPS
Anderson Group, the endorsed provider of Harp Insurance for members of the American Harp Society, Inc. is pleased to announce the Anderson Group 9th Summer Institute and 19th National Competition Scholarship. The awards will be given on the basis of financial need and musical promise in the study of the harp and will be awarded on or before April 15, 2011 based on applications received between February 1 and March 15, 2011. Award: Two individual scholarships in the amount of $1,000 to attend the 2011 Summer Institute to be held at the University of North Texas in Denton, June 19-23, 2011.
Congratulations to the Award winners for the 2011 Scholarships:
Crystal Marie Napoli
Crystal has shown outstanding discipline in every avenue of her life, At Anderson-Group, we believe that she deserves this scholarship as she has shown that she can succeed academically and musically. She is also generous with her time and projects within her community. Crystal’s enthusiasm, dedication and the ability to challenge herself will take her far in her Harp studies.
Samuel Karlinski
Samuel shows such promise, both as a Harpist and Composer, he was an easy choice to be a recipient of this scholarship. His performances in the Stars of Tomorrow Concert and being placed 2nd in the Emerging Artists division of the Young Artist’s Harp Competition last year, spell out what his future holds. We are honored to contribute to his ability to be at Denton this summer.