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Pacific Harp Institute (PHI) exists to provide young harpists with the resources, learning environment and support necessary to pursue excellence in performing the harp. The desired outcome of our work is the increased awareness and appreciation of the harp as a musical instrument. (More)

Recent PHI News

June 23, 2008

Salzedo and Beyond: Celebrating a Great Harpist and His Legacy

Salzedo and Beyond: Celebrating a Great Harpist and His Legacy is the theme for Pacific Harp Institute’s (PHI) concert on July 26, 2008 at 7pm, at Bastyr University Chapel in Kenmore, WA. The life and musical impact of Carlos Salzedo, one of history’s greatest and most influential harpists, has been the focus in all of PHI’s programming for 2008.

This FREE concert will take place on the last day of PHI’s annual 6-day solo and chamber music camp for advanced young harpists. The concert will feature music written either by Salzedo himself or by people directly influenced by Salzedo. It will include the west coast premiere of Salzedo’s Bolmimerie, a unique ensemble work for seven harps. Bolmimerie will be performed by leading Seattle-area harpists and PHI faculty members and promises to be an unforgettable production. In addition, students from camp, along with other young area musicians, will perform chamber works studied during the week.

We hope to see you there!

June 19, 2008

2008 Summer Session Forms Available

For all students who have been accepted to our 2008 Summer Sessions: your camper acceptance packet is available for download.

March 11, 2008

The Glissando: Spring 2008

In the Spring 2008 issue of The Glissando, read an article on the teaching legacy of harpist Carlos Salzedo, preview our Yolanda Kondonassis’ Artist Residency, and learn about musicians’ wellness resources on the web. Download the latest Glissando here!

January 19, 2008

2008 Summer Sessions Application Online


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