The Harp Gathering 2011 Blog

For your enjoyment and perusal here is the Harp Gathering 2010 blog. Please feel free to browse, and when you're ready, just click on any of the:

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5/6/11
New Exhibitors!!!

Just a last minute update letting you all know that we have 2 more Exhibitors that will be joining us at The Harp Gathering this year. Rees Harps will be returning this year and Folkcraft Instruments has signed on for their first year with us. It is really exciting to have both of these great vendors with us, so be sure to stop by their booths and see all of the wonderful things they will have!!!

Check back often and as always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp Gathering: )

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4/24/11
New Vendors and More Prizes...

The Harp Gathering is excited and pleased to announce that Stoney End Harps will be joining us in 2011. Stoney End instuments are handcrafted in an old restored agricultural barn in Red Wing Minnesota.

Next, Take a look at all of the great prizes that we posted below!

Barbara Ann Fackler at The Harp Gathering Two CDs from Barbara Ann Fackler.
www.hornandharp.com
$50 gift certificate from Crafty Harp.
www.craftyharp.com
Crafty Harp at The Harp Gathering
Harper Tasche at The Harp Gathering CD "Cube" - 11 CDs from Harper Tasche.
www.harpcrossing.com

Celtic Tunes for the Harp Song Books Volumes 1 and 2 from Jennie Chenette.
www.prairieharp.com

Jeannie Chenette at The Harp Gathering
Joanna Mell at The Harp Gathering Peaceful Pieces Volumes 1 and 2, and Four Celtic Songs Song Books from Joanna Mell.
www.deeppeacemusic.com
Horse Head Carving from Greg Meyer Woodworking.
http://www.atlastalpacas.com/woodworking.htm
Greg Meyer at The Harp Gathering
Lisa Lynne at The Harp Gathering Peaceful Heart Music Book from Lisa Lynne.
www.lisalynne.com

Check back often and as always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp Gathering: )

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3/23/11
Harp, Hunt, and Gathering Prize Updates...

Beth Stockdell prize at The Harp Gathering

Two packs of blank note cards with beautiful harps on front provided by Beth Stockdell.

www.jaguar67.com

A variety of harp music books by and from Cindy Kleinstuber.

www.cindykleinstuber.com

Cindy Kleinstuber prize at The Harp Gathering
Clemens Krijer prize at The Harp Gathering

Ratatouille music book and sampler CD from Clemens Krijer.

www.beeldendcomponist.nl

Signed music, CD, and DVD from Deborah Henson-Conant.

www.hipharp.com

Deborah Henson-Conant prize at The Harp Gathering
Deborah Henson-Conant prize at The Harp Gathering

Signed music, CD, and DVD from Deborah Henson-Conant.

www.hipharp.com

Three, one-year subscriptions to The Harp Column Magazine.

www.harpcolumn.com

Harp Column Magazine prize at The Harp Gathering
Kolacny Music prize at The Harp Gathering

A selection of harp music from Kolacny Music.

www.kolacnymusic.com

Tote bag, Scarf, Harp Figurine, and 2 CDs (Scenes from Southwest, and Harp Texas Style) from Louise Trotter.

www.louisetrotter.com

Louise Trotter prize at The Harp Gathering
Music Makers prize at The Harp Gathering

A Harp Desk from Musicmakers.

www.harpkit.com

Gift pack that includes Tote, Giraffe and Brandiswhiere Greeting Cards, Tea Towel, and Angel Socks from Sylvia Woods.

www.harpcenter.com

Sylvia Woods prize at The Harp Gathering
Frank Voltz prize at The Harp Gathering

Celestial CD and 12 Arrangements gift pack from Frank Voltz at Chiera Music.

www.frankvoltz.com

 

Check back often and as always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp Gathering: )

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3/23/11
Another chance at the early bird registration!!!

So, the early bird registration has now passed and you're thinking to yourself "Boy, I wish I had gotten my Harp Gathering Registration in before now and saved $100 off the on-site registration. I sure do wish I could have another chance!"

Well, here is your opportunity...

From now until April 15, 2011 you can still get the early bird registration price but there is a catch! You have to bring a friend and they must also register as either a companion or a harp regististrant for the 2011 Harp Gathering. All you have to do is download the registration form from the Harp Gathering website (dis-regard the March 15th deadline) and fill it out for you and your friend, send it to us with your payment, postmarked by April 15, 2011 and voila`! It's that simple!!!

So don't delay, get your registrations in today, for what is sure to be another great Harp Gathering in 2011!!! Also don't forget to make your reservations at the Sauder Village, Heritage Inn as soon as possible in order to secure your room for 2011. For reservations, call the Inn direct at 419.445.6408 or 800.590.9755 and use the booking ID# (2319).

Check back often and as always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp Gathering: )

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3/15/11
Vendor Ad Deadline Extended!!!

We have been getting a lot of calls about the ad deadline for our 2011 souvenir program and thought it would be good to extend the deadline to March 25, 2011. This is a great way for all of those vendors that can't make to The Harp Gathering, to exhibit in 2011, to be able to participate anyway. This program will contain information about event scheduling, workshops, and instructor & performer bio's and will be passed out to all registrants, companions, and vendors at The Harp Gathering. Be sure to take advantage of this unique opportunity and be a part of this growing event!

Keep check back often and as always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp Gathering: )

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3/7/11
New Exhibitor...WooHoo!!!

The Harp Gathering is excited and pleased to announce that Musicmakers will be joining us in 2011. These folks have lots of great instruments, and for those DIYers they have lots of kits and blueprints to get you started on your own projects. Be sure to stop by their booth and say hello!!!

We"ll keep you posted so do check back often and as always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp Gathering: )

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3/4/11
Harp, Hunt, and Gather(ing) Prize Updates...

Well, I guess it's about time to start clueing all of you fine folks in about The Harp, Hunt, and Gather(ing) prizes!

Harp Jewelry Box from Timeless Creations Lee Krieger is donating a beautiful Red Oak Harp Music Box with customizable punch paper for making your own music box arrangements as well as pre-punched music box paper!www.timeless-creations.net
Diane Dunn is providing 2 sets of her Harp Mouse Book Series along with those cute little Harp Mouse finger puppets! www.heartandharp.net Harp Mouse Books from Diane Dunn

We"ll keep you posted so do check back often and as always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp Gathering: )

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2/10/11
The Harp Gathering Welcomes New Vendors...

The Harp Gathering is pleased to wecome back William Webster - Webster String Instruments and Greg Meyer Woodworking. These guys are "the real deal" when it comes to harp building so you will want to be sure to visit there boothes at the 2011 Harp Gathering and see all of their great offerings!!!

Calling All Vendors...
For those vendors that would like to be a part of the 2011 Harp Gathering but can't make it to exhibit, The Harp Gathering is, again, offering ads in their
souvenir program. Just visit the vendor advetising page on The Harp Gathering website and you'll find an advertising registration form that you can download and fill out. Don't miss out on being a part of this growing annual harp festival. Ad rates are reasonably priced so be sure to get your spot for 2011!!!

Keep checking back as things continue to develop for 2011 and as always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp Gathering: )

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2/7/11
Workshop Descriptions and Schedule Updates Posted!!!

Just a quick note to let all of you fine folks know that we have updated the schedule and have posted all of the workshop descriptions. Make sure to check out all of the way cool things that will be going on at the 2011 Harp Gathering (WooHoo!!!)

Also, don't forget to get your paid harp registration into us on or before February 28th, 2011 and not only will you save $100 off the on-site registration but you will also get a super awesome Harp Gathering mug ABSOLUTELY FREE!!!! Be sure to see 2/4/11's posting for details.

Oh, and don't forget, there is a fantastic grand prize for the Harp, Hunt, and Gather(ing) this year. Timothy Harper from Timothy Harps is providing the grand prize harp, a Niamh (pronounced "Nēve") performance package. Included in this package will be a performance stand, Colorado case, and Camac levers on C, F, and B. The harp itself will be made from Nova Scotia applewood with an adorndac spruce soundboard.

Keep checking back as things keep developing for 2011 and as always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp Gathering: )

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2/4/11
New Fancy, Schmancy, Harp Gathering Mugs!!!

Harp Gathering MugSo, check out our brand new Harp Gathering Mugs (Pretty Cool, eh!!!). Well, we thought it would be really neat to do an initial offering of these wonderfully, delightful collectibles sooooooo...

We are going to give a FREE (yes that's right "FREE!") Harp Gathering Mug to any Harp Registrant who sends in their paid registration form postmarked on or before February 28, 2011.

Now, let me tell you a bit about these little gems. They are 12oz in size with a wide handle, ideal for large and small hands alike! They are cream colored with the Harp Gathering logo proudly displayed on the front of the mug and they are perfect for both hot and cold beverages.

With the Early Bird deadline closing in, it is the perfect time to get your paid registration in to us and get you own Harp Gathering Mug ABSOLUTELY FREE (WoHoo - Free is Good!!!).

You can pick up your mug when you arrive at The Harp Gathering in May!

Be on the lookout for workshop descriptions as they will be posted really soon along with other plans for 2011 and as always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp Gathering: )

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1/24/11
Harp, Hunt, and Gather(ing) Grand Prize...

Grand Prize Timothy Niamh at The Harp GatheringWell, for a fourth year in a row The Harp Gathering is, again, giving away a beautiful harp as the grand prize for it's annual Harp, Hunt, and Gather(ing) give away (WooHoo!!!).

We are pleased to announce that our grand prize donor, Timothy Harper from Timothy Harps has just confirmed that the Grand Prize harp for 2011 will be a Niamh (pronounced "Nēve") performance package. Included in this package will be a performance stand, Colorado case, and Camac levers on C, F, and B. The harp itself will be made from Nova Scotia applewood with an adorndac spruce soundboard.

All I can say is, WOW!!! (and WOW again!!!)!!!

Some lucky harpist is going to be going home with an absolutely fantastic harp in 2011 so don't wait to long to register for what is sure to be an awesome Harp Festival!!! The 2011 Harp Gathering registration form, is available on the Harp Gathering Registration page. Send your registration, postmarked by March 15, 2011, and save $100 off the on-site registration fee. Also don't forget to make your reservations at the Sauder Village, Heritage Inn as soon as possible in order to secure your room for 2011. For reservations, call the Inn direct at 419.445.6408 or 800.590.9755 and use the booking ID# (2319).

Do keep checking back as plans for 2011 continue to be posted and as always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp Gathering: )

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1/5/11
Lineup Change...

The Harp Gathering is sad to report that Pamela Bruner will be unable to attend the 2011 Harp Gathering as a performer/instructor. Regrettably, she has a conflict in her schedule and it is impossible for her to be 2 places at once. As some of you may know, Pamela has embarked upon a new career as a success coach and is accomplishing great things, helping others to achieve their dreams. After long discussion, both Pamela and The Harp Gathering felt it was in the best interest for all that she be released from her obligation in 2011. All of us at The Harp Gathering wish Pamela the best in her new career and in helping those who truly need her guidance and support. To learn more about Pamela visit www.makeyoursuccesseasy.com.

Lisa lynne performing at The Harp GatheringNow, as a door closes, a window opens, and The Harp Gathering is pleased to announce that the ever lovely and charming Lisa Lynne has agreed to step in and take Pamela's place for 2011. Lisa has released several internationally recognized recordings on the prestigious Windham Hill and New Earth Record labels, while simultaneously running her own label Lavender Sky Music. After more than a decade of full time touring, recording and performing Lisa has surpassed one million in sales of her recordings. She has made numerous television and national radio appearances, including NBC, CNN, and Fox News Atlanta. She has been featured in multiple newspaper and magazine articles including The Wall Street Journal who spotlighted not only Lisa's music, but also her grass roots business savvy and innovative approach to life. Lisa's music is heard throughout the award winning PBS special "Alone in the Wilderness," amongst many other soundtracks for commercial television and independent films.

The Harp Gathering welcomes Lisa and to read more about her, as well as the rest of The Harp Gathering's 2011 lineup, be sure visit our Instructor/Performer pages.

Also, workshop titles have been posted so be sure to check out the workshop pages. Descriptions are to follow so stay tuned!

More to come so keep checking back as plans for 2011 unfold and as always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp Gathering: )

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12/28/10
Heartland Harps Sponsorship...

Well, hopefully everybody had a wonderful holiday and the new year is right around the corner! We are pleased to announce that Heartland Harps is going to, again, sponsor the Saturday evening reception after the Saturday evening concert. There will be light refreshments and hopefully those wonderful scotch-a-roos like last year (Yummy!!!). Dave and Pamela have worked really hard to develop their carbon fiber harp line and we're sure they will have a great selection for all of you harp gatherlings to peruse : )

Next, we have just about got all the info we need in order to post all of the workshop titles and descriptions. There is going to be a great selection of topics for all levels of players so you certainly won't want to miss out!!!

Finally, just to remind you, the 2011 Harp Gathering registration form, is available on the Harp Gathering Registration page. We've been having a great response already so be sure to get your registration in as soon as you can. Get your registration, in the mail, to us before March 15, 2011 and save $100 off the on-site registration fee. Also don't forget to make your reservations at the Sauder Village, Heritage Inn as soon as possible in order to secure your room for 2011. For reservations, call the Inn direct at 419.445.6408 or 800.590.9755 and use the booking ID# (2319).

Well that's about it for now. Keep checking back as plans for 2011 unfold and as always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp Gathering: )

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12/14/10
The 2011 Registration Form is now posted!!!

Greeting to all from Harp Gathering H.Q. We are pleased to announce the posting of the 2011 Harp Gathering registration form, available on the Harp Gathering Registration page. Registration for 2011 is now open so be sure to sign up early and get in on the early bird registration and save $100.00 off the regular on-site registration.

Also, we have posted a schedule outline for the Harp Gathering 2011 so check those pages and see what's going on. We will be posting updates regularly to the schedule so do check back often to see what we will have in store for all of you "Harp Gatherlings" in 2011.

Workshop descriptions will be posted soon and I must say we have a lot of great topics to share.

Be sure to make your reservations at the Sauder Village, Heritage Inn as soon as possible in order to secure your room for 2011. For reservations call the Inn direct at 419.445.6408 or 800.590.9755 and use the booking ID# (2319).

All of us here at Harp Gathering H.Q. would like to wish all of you and yours Happy and Safe Holidays,.and as always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp Gathering: )

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10/1/10
Finally, The 2010 Harp Gathering Photo Gallery is Posted!!!

Just a quick note to let all of you know that the 2010 Harp Gathering Photo Gallery is now posted and ready for your perusal. We had lots of fun in 2010 and 2011 will be even better, so stay tuned for more updates as we gear up for another great harp festival!!!

As always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp Gathering: )

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9/15/10
Instructor/Performer Bio's posted!

Hello all of you Harp Gatherlings out there in cyberland. Just a quick note to let you know that the 2011 Harp Gathering Instructor/Performer Bio's are now posted and ready for your perusal. Stay on the lookout for the 2010 Harp Gathering photo gallery and we are now working on details for the 2011 workshops and schedule which will be posted soon. Also we are excited about the expanded festival day and are working to come up with some great struff to make it really special!

Here are some of the things you can look forward to at 2011's Harp Gathering:

- Newly expanded Festival days and workshops.
- Meals Included in registration (see upcoming registration form for details).
- Complimentary ticket to the Historic Sauder Village.
-Grand Prize Timothy Harp to be given away!!!

Finally, be sure to make your reservations at the Sauder Village, Heritage Inn as soon as possible in order to secure your room for 2011. For reservations call the Inn direct at 419.445.6408 or 800.590.9755 and use the booking ID# (2319).

Stay tuned as there is always more to come and as always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp Gathering: )

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6/28/10
2011 Booking ID# for The Heritage Inn now posted!!!

Just a quick note to let all of you know that there is a new Heritage Inn booking ID# posted on the "About Sauder Village" page. Be sure to use this booking ID# (2319) when making your room reservations for the 2011 Harp Gathering. Be sure to book early by calling the Inn directly at 419.445.6408 or 800.590.9755.

Also, keep an eye on the Harp Gathering website as we will be continually updating it as information becomes available!

As always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp Gathering: )

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6/09/10
Making plans for the 2011 Harp Gathering!!!

So, after wrapping up an absolutely awesome 2010 Harp Gathering, all of us here at Harp Gathering H.Q. have begun plans for 2011. We had a really fantasic turn-out and a bunch of great feed-back from lots folks. So, here are some of the things that you all can look forward to in 2011:

- An extended roster of performers/instructors. You will not only be able to enjoy workshops and performances from Pamela Bruner, Frank Voltz, Timothy Harper, and Denise and Michael Grupp-Verbon (Tapestry), but you will also get to enjoy workshops and performances from special guest instructor/performers; Kim Robertson, Louise Trotter, and Sharlene Wallace (WooHoo!!!).

- An optional extra day added to the festival, beginning on Thursday afternoon, May 12, 2011 that will include workshops, dinner, and other great surprises!

- More workshop choices and workshop periods being added to the regular festival.

- As always, the regular festival registration price will include all meals (beginning at dinner on Friday, May 13, 2011 and ending at breakfast on Sunday, May 15, 2011), plus a complementary ticket to the Historic Sauder Village.

- A chance to win the Harp Hunt and Gather(ing) Grand Prize, a Timothy Harp, in addition to a bunch of other great prizes (This will be our 4th year giving away a Grand Prize Harp!!!).

- And much more to come!

Be sure to keep an eye on The Harp Gathering website as we continue to make updates and blog about what's going on in the wonderful world of The Harp Gathering!!!

As always, we look forward to seeing you at The Harp Gathering: )

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