Writing for Harp - Trick or Treat?

While the harp is incredibly versatile, it can also be quite a puzzle to write effective parts.  See and hear examples of harp parts (old and new) played and analyzed from the perspective of a professional harpist – what works, what could be better, what might be crossed out, what notation causes headaches, etc.  Time will also be spent showcasing some of the many wonderful colors, styles, and extended techniques that are possible on this fantastic instrument.  Come with questions!

Julia Kay Jamieson is an energetic performer, dedicated teacher, composer and award-winning harpist living in Champaign, Illinois. A passionate advocate for new music, she is the principal harpist of the Cleveland Chamber Symphony, has given numerous world premiere performances and has performed in SEAMUS (Society for Electroacoustic Music in the United States) conferences. Julia has been a featured concert artist, clinician and composer for events such as the Illinois Summer harp class, the annual Harp Day in Eugene, Oregon, and the Canadian International Summer Harp Institute in Vancouver.