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5/16/10
Many Thanks!!!
Many thanks to all who attended The Harp Gathering 2010. All of us here at Harp Gathering H.Q. had a great time and hope that you did too.
Stay tuned for Harp Gathering 2010 photos, and news of the "Newly Expanded" Harp Gathering 2011 :- )
And as
always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp
Gathering:- )
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here to enter "The Harp Gathering" website
5/3/10
Additional Prize Updates, WooHoo!!!
Two Gig Lights from LampCraft
www.lampcraft.com
15 string Psaltry from Crimson Cricket
www.crimsoncricket.ca
50% off Gift Certificate from Stephanie Curcio
www.harpmusicpublisher.com
As
always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp
Gathering: )
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here to enter "The Harp Gathering" website
4/2/10
Lobby Performers are posted...
Good day to all of you Harp Gatherlings! We have now posted all of the Lobby Performers on the Friday schedule so be sure to check it out (what a wonderful way to start off a great weekend of fun - WooHoo!!!).
Also, our friend Jeff Lewis from Lewis Creek Harps and Instruments www.lewiscreek.net has provided a hand made jewelry box crafted by David Ross at www.boxes-by-ross.com.
Be sure to keep checking back often as it only gets better!!!
And as
always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp
Gathering: )
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here to enter "The Harp Gathering" website
3/21/10
Another Quick Note (or two)!
The Harp Gathering would like to officially welcome David Kortier - Harpmaker, and Barry's Embroidery to the 2010 Harp Gathering exhibitor linup. Do be sure to stop by each of their boothes and see all the wonderful things they will have available!
And yet even more prizes for the Harp, Hunt, and Gather(ing)...
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Stum Stick from Timothy Harps.
Timothy tells us that it is loads of fun to play!
www.timothyharps.ca |
2 packs of Harp Greeting Cards from Beth Stockdell.
www.jaguar67.com |
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Well, that's it for now. Make sure to keep checking back as there is still lots more to come!!
And as
always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp
Gathering: )
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here to enter "The Harp Gathering" website
3/16/10
A Quick Note!
So Denise and I just got back from The Florida Harpers and Friends, Harp Festival and on the way back to Ohio we stopped in Nashville, for a few days, to start recording our new CD! During our travels we have had several folks (in addition to others outside of our travels) that have asked if they could have an extension on the "Early Bird" deadline for The Harp Gathering in 2010. Well, of course Denise and I want to help out in anyway we can, so to that end we are going to extend the "Early Bird" postmark deadline to the 31st of March 2010 for everyone (WooHoo!!!).
So here is a golden opportunity to get those registrations in and save $100 off the "On-site Registration!" Why not come join us for what's sure to be a great harp festival with some of the finest Instructors and Performers out there, and get a chance to win a 34 string Dreamweaver Harp graciously provided by our friends Dave Woodworth and Pamela Bruner at Heartland Harps.
Just go to the registration page of The Harp Gathering website and
click on The Harp Gathering 2010 Registration Form. Don't worry about
the deadline
of March 15th, 2010 posted on the registration form, as
the "Early Bird Registration" amount will be honored if
postmarked by March 31st, 2010!
On another note...
Stay tuned as we will have more Harp, Hunt, and Gather(ing) prizes to list and we have 2 more Exhibitors that will be joining us for this year's Harp Gathering, David Kortier, Harp Maker & Barry's Embroidery!
Well, that's it for now. Make sure to keep checking back as there is lots more to come!!
And as
always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp
Gathering: )
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here to enter "The Harp Gathering" website
2/24/10
Workshop Descriptions are Posted (WooHoo!!!)
Just a quick note to let you all know that the 2010 Harp Gathering workshop descriptions are posted and ready for your perusal. You can find them all by looking under the workshop section on the Harp Gathering website. Be sure to check out Pamela Bruner's, Timothy Harper's, Sue Richard's, Frank Voltz's, and Tapestry's (Denise and Michael Grupp-Verbon's) 2010 workshops, as we're sure there is something of interest for everybody!!!
That's it for now. Make sure to keep checking back as there is lots more where that came from!!!
And as
always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp
Gathering: )
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2/17/10
More great prizes!!!
Well, I'm happy to report that the prizes for the Harp, Hunt and Gather(ing) just keep on rollin' in! Our friends from Missigman Music have provided a really super cool gift pack that includes lots of Harp Music, CDs, and a mega-sized Stoney End Harps Tote Bag.
www.missigman-music.com
Next, we'd like to give a BIG SHOUT OUT to Dave and Pamela from Heartland Harps, as they have kindly offered to, again, sponsor the Saturday evening reception after the concert! We can all look forward to lots of great snacks and drinks (Yummy!!!)
The Early Bird deadline for the Harp Gathering 2010 is March 15th, so be sure to get your registrations in before that and save $100 off the on-site registration fee. Why wouldn't you want to attend one of the only Harp Festivals to give away a brand new Harp 3 years in a row and get a chance to win it!!! FYI this's years Grand Price is a 34 string Dreamweaver folk harp
graciously provided by Dave and Pamela
at Heartland
Harps.
Also, if you haven't already, be sure to make your room reservations at the
Sauder Village - Heritage
Inn. When
calling, let the Inn know you need "The Harp
Gathering 2010" room rates and give the the Booking ID# 1659. For reservations call
the Inn directly at 419.445.6408 or 800.590.9755.
Well, that about it for now. Be sure to keep checking back as there is always more to come!!!
And as
always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp
Gathering: )
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here to enter "The Harp Gathering" website
1/30/10
Wow, Look at all these great prizes!!!
Holy, Moly Batman, look at all the great prizes that have been coming in for the 2010 Harp, Hunt, and Gather(ing):
One free registration to the 2011 Harp Gathering, Harp Festival from The Harp Gathering, and two free nights accommodations at The Sauder Village Heritage Inn from The Sauder Village Heritage Inn.
www.saudervillage.org |
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2 copies of the Harp Mouse book with mouse finger puppet from Diane Dunn.
www.heartandharp.net |
Harps and Harpists by Roslyn Rensch
from William Webster
www.websterharps.com |
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Garden Concert CD by Pilgrim Celtic Harp Trio from Thom Dutton, Capeside Music
www.capesidemusic.com |
Travel My Way (Book) and Highland Fling (Music), from Laura Robinson
www.laurahiner.com |
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Ginger’s Little Harp Book, and Four Celtic Songs from Joanna Mell
www.joannamell.com |
Ratatouille (Music) from Clemens Krijger
www.beeldendcomponist.nl |
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Be sure to keep checking back as there is a whole lot more to come!!!
And as
always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp
Gathering: )
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here to enter "The Harp Gathering" website
1/17/10
Exciting News!!!
So, I just got to listen to Frank Voltz's new CD "Celestial" and I must say that it is nothing short of extraordinary!!! Every breathtaking cut is a Frank Voltz original composition and the recording quality is absolutely impeccable!!! I really don't think I could put too many exclamations in my review of this "Over-The-Top" CD from one of the finest musicians I know!!! Be sure to pick up your copy of this "must-have" CD. To preview, go to Frank's website and see for yourself how wonderful Frank's latest work is!!! Also, Frank has published all of the written arrangements of this CD for your music library as well : )
Oh, I guess I should mention that Frank is providing a great prize for The Harp Hunt and Gather(ing)! The prize packet includes the CD "Celestial" as well as a copy of all 12 harp solo arrangements featured on the CD!!!! How cool is that (WooHoo!!!)?
Next, The Harp Gathering would like to welcome Greg Meyer Woodworking to the Harp Gathering 2010 Exhibitor Hall. Greg makes some wonderful harps along with other musical instruments and gifts, so do stop by his booth and look around!
Finally, we have most of the 2010 Harp Gathering schedule posted. We will be making some additions to the schedule but most everything is posted at this point : )
Be sure to keep checking back as there is much, much more to come.
And as
always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp
Gathering: )
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here to enter "The Harp Gathering" website
1/4/10
Just a quick note...
I just posted a copy of a really nice article written about The Harp Gathering in the Fall, 2009, issue of The Folk Harp Journal. If you haven't read that issue, be sure to check it out on our Harp News page. You can click on the image of that article, posted on the news page, in order to view a larger version!
Be on the look-out for all kinds of great Harp, Hunt, and Gather(ing) prizes, as we will start posting more of those really soon. Also, we are working hard on getting the schedule done so we can post that for all of you "Harp Gatherlings."
If you haven't already, be sure to share all of your wonderful tales of our harp festival to all of your harpy friends as we'd love to have them (as well as you of course!) join us for what is sure to be a great harp festival in 2010!
VENDORS, The 2010 Harp Gathering, Souvenir Program, ad registration form is now posted on the Vendor Advertising page. It is in PDF form and downloadable. If you can't be with us in 2010, this is a great way to have a presence at one of the fastest growing Harp Festivals. If you have any questions, feel free to give Denise or myself a shout : )
That's all for now so stay tuned for much, much more to come (WooHoo!!!).
And as
always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp
Gathering: )
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here to enter "The Harp Gathering" website
1/2/10
Welcome to 2010!!!
It's hard to believe, but here we are in 2010. And with that, The Harp Gathering would like to welome Mr. William Webster from Webster Harps to our 2010 Exhibitor line-up. If you want to see some incredible craftsmanship be sure to stop by his booth and just drool at the harps he has to offer. Incredible!!!
Well. I must say we received a great number of registrations during our Harp Gathering, Polo Shirt offer. Now, for those of you who weren't able to sign up during that offer, never fear, we will have plenty in stock at the Harp Gathering in May 2010 and you can pick up yours for a mere $25.00 U.S. They are made from a polyester/cotton blend that won't shrink. These top quality shirts have matching colored buttons and come in three different colors (Green, Black, and Grey). They have vented sides down at the bottom of the shirt for added comfort and will look equally as good tucked in or worn out! They will have the Harp Gathering logo embroidered on the left side and will look just like the picture shown below except the lettering will be white (not black as shown!).
Be on the look out for a new instructional book by Denise. It is close to being complete and she plans to make a companion DVD to go along with it. If all goes well, we just might be able to offer an early Thursday kick-off for The Harp Gathering with a special workshop and book release party with Denise herself (WooHoo - won't that be a ton-of-fun!!!). Stay tuned for details, as we will keep you informed as this all develops : )
Well, all for now and as
always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp
Gathering: )
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here to enter "The Harp Gathering" website
12/24/09
Ho, Ho, Ho Happy Holidays to all...
It's hard to believe that another year has passed, but you know what that means!?!? That means that Harp Gathering 2010 is just around the corner (WooHoo!!!). That's right, in just a little over 5 short months The Harp Gathering will be enjoying it's 3rd year (Where does time go???). All of us here at Harp Gathering H.Q. are having a great time planning lots of fun stuff for all of you out there "Harpland." Keep an eye on the Harp Gathering website as we will be kicking it into "Higher" Gear after the first of the year!!!
Also, if you haven't already sent your harp registration for Harp Gathering 2010, be sure to do so before December 31, 2009 and you will receive, for absolutely free, one of our brand new, super cool, Harp Gathering polo shirts. Just check out my posting on 11/05/09 for all the details!!! Also, don't forget to make your room reservations at the
Sauder Village - Heritage
Inn as space is going to become limited. When
calling, let the Inn know you need "The Harp
Gathering 2010" room rates. For reservations call
the Inn directly at 419.445.6408 or 800.590.9755.
All of us here at Harp Gathering H.Q. want to wish
all of you and yours the Happiest of Holidays.
Be Merry, Jolly, and Safe!!!
And as
always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp
Gathering: )
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here to enter "The Harp Gathering" website
12/11/09
Lots and Lots to Share, Oh My...
Ok, Ok, so I copied off of the title of one of Timothy's new workshops (HeeHee!!!). So have you guessed it? It's true! Yes, we have posted the workshop titles for Harp Gathering 2010 (WooHoo!!). Just go to any of the presenter's workshop pages and you will find all of their workshop titles listed, with descriptions to follow really soon : ) I must say, it is a veritable cornucopia of exciting and appealing subjects, sure to touch on everyone's interests.
Next, we want to remind you not to forget register for Harp Gathering 2010 before December 31, 2009 and you will receive, for absolutely free, one of our brand new fancy, sh-mancy Harp Gathering polo shirts. Just check out my posting on 11/05/09 for all the details!!! Also, don't forget to make your room reservations at the
Sauder Village - Heritage
Inn as space is going to become limited. When
calling, let the Inn know you need "The Harp
Gathering 2010" room rates. For reservations call
the Inn directly at 419.445.6408 or 800.590.9755.
Well that's it for now and as
always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp
Gathering: )
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here to enter "The Harp Gathering" website
11/18/09
The Harp Gathering Welcomes New Exhibitors...
All of us here at Harp Gathering H.Q. are pleased to welcome two new exhibitors to the 2010 Harp Gathering. First up is Donna Missigman from Missigman Music in Laporte, PA. Specializing in acoustic folk instruments, you'll find Harps, Psalteries, Dulcimers, Music, CDs, DVDs and more. Next we have Lee Krieger from Timeless Creations. Lee builds fine acoustic instruments such as Native American Flutes, Bowed and Plucked Psalteries, Lyres, and 9-string Harps. You might remember Lee's prize donation at the 2009 Harp Gathering, a beautiful Sutton Hoo Lyre. Be sure to stop by both of these folk's booths and check out all of the cool stuff they have to offer!
Also, don't forget, make sure to send your paid harpist registraton in to us between November 5 - December 31, 2009 and you will receive, FOR ABSOLUTELY FREE, one our super cool, brand new Harp Gathering Embroidered Polo Shirts (we will have one waiting for you when you arrive and check in at the 2010 Harp Gathering). For more details be sure to read the blog posted 11/05/09!!!
And as
always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp
Gathering: )
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here to enter "The Harp Gathering" website
11/05/09
Introducing our Brand New
Harp Gathering Embroidered Polo Shirts!!!
Would you like to get one absolutely FREE???
Be sure to read on and find out how (HeeHee...)!!!
The Harp Gathering 2010 Registration form is now available on the registration page of the Harp Gathering website. All you have to do to receive one of these high quality, really cool polo shirts is send your paid harpist registraton in to us between November 5 - December 31, 2009 and we will have one waiting for you when you arrive and check in at the 2010 Harp Gathering.
Let me tell you about these top quality shirts. They are made from a polyester/cotton blend that won't shrink. They have matching colored buttons and come in three different colors (Green, Black, and Grey). They have vented sides down at the bottom of the shirt for added comfort and will look equally as good tucked in or worn out! They will have the Harp Gathering logo embroidered on the left side and will look just like the picture shown above except the lettering will be white (not black as shown!). So many folks have been asking us about having embroidered shirts that we thought this would be a great way to debut them.
Oh, also, be sure to make your room reservations at the
Sauder Village - Heritage
Inn as space is going to become limited. When
calling, let the Inn know you need "The Harp
Gathering 2010" room rates. For reservations call
the Inn directly at 419.445.6408 or 800.590.9755.
Well, that's about it for this blog. If you have any questions or if we can help in any way be sure to let us know!
Thanks a bunch and as
always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp
Gathering: )
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here to enter "The Harp Gathering" website
10/29/09
***News Flash***
The Harp Gathering 2009 Photo Gallery is now posted and ready for your purusal. Be sure to browse through it along with 2008's photo gallery if you haven't already done so! Stay tuned for more as it only gets better!!!
And as
always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp
Gathering: )
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here to enter "The Harp Gathering" website
10/27/09
Welcome Michigan Harp Center...
The Harp Gathering would like to welcome Kelly Yousoufian and The Michigan Harp Center back for 2010's Harp Gathering. Kelly has been with us right from the start and we couldn't be happier that she is returning again in 2010!
Oh, and in case you did catch it, be sure to scroll to the top of this page and see our new fancy, shmancy Harp Gathering countdown clock in the upper right-hand corner of the page. It will always keep you informed of just how much time is left until Harp Gathering 2010 (WOOHOO!!!).
And as
always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp
Gathering: )
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here to enter "The Harp Gathering" website
10/19/09
***The Harp Gathering is now on Twitter!***
So now The Harp Gathering gets to tweet! Yes it's true, you can now find The Harp Gathering tweeting their little heads off on Twitter. It is a really fun easy way just to get a few snippets of the "goings on" at Harp Gathering H.Q.. So make sure to sign up on Twitter and start following one of the most fun Harp Festivals around : ) Just click on the Twitter log below to see us on Twitter!
And as
always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp
Gathering: )
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here to enter "The Harp Gathering" website
10/03/09
***Sue Richards sound sample available***
Just a quick note to let you know that we have posted a sound sample of Scottish Harp Champ and Multi-Wammie Winner Sue
Richards on our Harp Gathering MySpace Page. Be sure to surf on by there and have a listen. The link below will get you there in the click of a button : )
As
always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp
Gathering: )
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here to enter "The Harp Gathering" website
10/03/09
Finally, Some info for all you Harp Gatheringers!!!
First of all, we are starting to receive prizes for the Harp Hunt and Gather(ing) for 2010. As I told all of you in my last blog, Dave Woodworth and Pamela Bruner from Heatland Harps are providing our 2010 grand prize, a 34 string Dreamweaver folk harp.
We have just received signed copy of a really neat book from Author, Jon Gorrie called
"Performing In The Zone." It is a comprehensive resource designed to help you get better results in any field of performance, regardless of your previous ability. It looks like a really great read!!!
Second up, we are planning to offer a an optional workshop with Co-Director and Harpist Extrodonaire, Denise Grupp-Verbon on Thursday for all of you that are interested in kicking things off early. We will keep you posted as things unfold for this so stay tuned!!
Next, we have started a Facebook page and have had a lot of folks joining us there. It is a work in progress so when you are out "cruzing" the Internet, be sure to stop by and be our Facebook Friend. Here is link for you to find us : )
And finally, the 2010 reistration forms are being updated and will be posted soon so keep checking back.
All of us here, at Harp Gathering H.Q. are excited to bring you all another great Harp Gathering for 2010. We are all looking forward to seeing old friends and making new ones too. Be sure to pass the word along about The Harp Gathering to all of your harp playing buddies. With an assortment of 15 different workshops, 3 great concerts, a fantastic vendor hall, all meals included for those staying with us at the Sauder Village - Heritage Inn and the close camaraderie and intimate atmosphere that you have all come to expect, all for one of the lowest registration fees of any annual Harp Festival or Conference, why wouldn't you want to join us (we're nice people and we don't even bite - HeeHee)! So if you're looking for a lot of bang for your "hard-earned buck" and a great time, make plans to come to the Harp Gathering in 2010!
As
always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp
Gathering: )
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here to enter "The Harp Gathering" website
7/15/09
An
Enthusiastic Greetings to All!!!
Well,
all of us at Harp Gathering H.Q. are back at it, making
plans for the 3rd Annual Harp Gathering, harp festival.
We have lots of great stuff in mind for 2010 and we
already have the 2010 Harp Hunt and Gather(ing) grand
prize on deck, a 34 string Dreamweaver folk harp
graciously provided by Dave Woodworth and Pamela Bruner
at Heartland
Harps. We also have, as our Special Guest Instructor
/ Performer, Scottish Harp Champ and Multi-Wammie Winner
Sue
Richards on tap.
I
must say that we are all just thrilled at how many folks
have taken advantage of the 2010 Harp Gathering
pre-registration offered only at the 2009 Harp
Gathering. We will be getting the regular registration
form posted really soon but in the meantime
be sure to make your room reservations at the
Sauder Village - Heritage
Inn. When
calling, let the Inn know you need "The Harp
Gathering 2010" room rates. For reservations call
the Inn directly at 419.445.6408 or 800.590.9755.
Be
sure to stay tuned and check back often as we keep you
up-to-date with all the happenings going on here at Harp
Gathering H.Q. and if you haven't already, please sign
up for our Google Group as this will help keep you
informed as well. It's easy as you can just follow the
link at the top of this page!
As
always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp
Gathering: )
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here to enter "The Harp Gathering" website
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