When harp lessons were announced at a school assembly, Mared Pugh-Evans’s hand shot up immediately. She later recalled in an interview that she had always been very well-behaved — it was simply in her nature — but that moment may have been the most mischievous thing she had ever done. Little Mared was six at the time, and her father was the headmaster of her primary school. And that headmaster looked pretty stunned on the podium — perhaps mentally calculating the family budget, since a good harp can easily cost many tens of thousands of pounds. In Mared’s case, however, the investment more than paid off: by eleven she was already proving herself in competitions, and she has since earned numerous awards. The crowning moment came in 2024, when King Charles III appointed her “The King’s Harpist” — a royal position that had been reinstated by the then Prince of Wales in 2000. Back then, it went to Catrin Finch, the very harpist whose concert the young Mared had once listened to in rapt fascination, sparking her own love of the instrument. A “full circle” if ever there was one!

Mared Pugh-Evans

Lukaskirche Lucerne

This recital features student musicians from the studios of Amy Greenhalgh, Ken Kulosa, Jane Price, Chris Sasse, Megan Stout, and Manuela Topalbegovic.

EPSG:4326

String Division Recital

560 Music Center

Harp students of Paula Page

Alice Pratt Brown Hall

One of the oldest of instruments, the harp has been tied to myths and legends across many cultures and civilizations. In our concerts it takes on a unique chamber role that reveals its hidden qualities, and its chameleon-like character is fully on display in this program of original works and arrangements. Two lesser known, but equally wonderous Piano Trios bookend the evening.

Israeli Chamber Project: Orpheus' Lyre

Kaufman Music Center

Join us for an enchanting evening of harp music featuring the talented Raquel Coleman at the Northwestern Bienen School of Music. This captivating recital is part of Raquel's Master of Music degree requirements and showcases her exceptional skills under the guidance of Marguerite Lynn Williams. The performance will also feature a diverse ensemble of musicians, including Jungah Yoon on flute, Anjali Covill on clarinet, violinists Jenny Choi and Mingyue Fei, Tristan Saito on viola, and Phillip Suwandi on cello.

The program promises a rich tapestry of compositions, including Jacques de la Presle's "Le jardin mouillé," selections from Carlos Salzedo's "Suite of Eight Dances," Adolphus Hailstork's "Four Preludes," Philippe Gaubert's "Légende," and Maurice Ravel's "Introduction et Allegro." This event is a wonderful opportunity to experience the depth and breadth of harp music, from classical to contemporary.

Event Details:
- Date: Wednesday, May 29, 2024
- Time: 8:30pm CDT
- Location: Regenstein Master Class Room, Bienen School of Music, 60 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL 60208, United States
- Admission: Free, no tickets required

The Regenstein Master Class Room, with seating for 200, is the perfect intimate setting for this showcase. It's located in the Regenstein Hall of Music, adjacent to the Ryan Center for the Musical Arts. Don't miss this opportunity to support emerging musical talent and enjoy a beautiful evening of harp music. The event will also be available via live stream for those who cannot attend in person.

Raquel Coleman, harp

Northwestern Bienen School of Music

Student Recital: Chaela Franck

Carnegie Mellon University

Emily Reader, harp

Ryan Center for the Musical Arts

Join us for an enchanting evening of musical brilliance at the 2023 Young Artists Concert. Experience the remarkable talents of local youth as winners of the Young Artists Concerto Competition take the stage. Be captivated by their exceptional performances, as each soloist showcases their unique concerto alongside the symphony conducted by Dr. Blanks Bednarz.

The symphony will also perform Borodin's "Prince Igor: Polovtsian Dances" Don't miss this extraordinary showcase of youthful talent!"

Young Soloists Concert

Covey Center for the Arts

Lily Primus, Harp

Join us for a captivating evening as the Greene County Foundation Chamber Series presents "Dances from Many Lands with the Angelus Duo," featuring the Terre Haute Symphony Orchestra. This special event will take place on Monday, November 13, 2023, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Lawton Street Christian Church, located at 315 South Lawton Street, Jasonville, IN, 47438, United States.

The THSO is excited to collaborate with the Greene County Foundation to bring chamber ensembles and THSO musicians to Greene County for the 23-24 season. These ensembles will not only perform in public concerts but will also visit local schools to share their music with Greene County residents.

The evening's performance will star the Angelus Duo, comprising THSO Principal Harp Melanie Mashner and her sister, flutist Melissa Mashner. The duo will enchant the audience with a diverse program of dance music, featuring works by renowned composers such as Gluck, Salzedo, Persichetti, Debussy, Taki, Bizet, and more. Highlights include the Minuet and Dance of the Blessed Spirits from Orpheus by C.W. Gluck, Suite of Eight Dances by Carlos Salzedo, and selections from Carmen by G. Bizet.

In addition to the evening concert, the Angelus Duo will visit Shakamak Elementary School from 12:30-2:30pm to present an educational program about different types of dances from around the world.

This chamber series is made possible thanks to the support of the Brown County Community Foundation, Indiana Arts Commission, a state agency, and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency.

Don't miss this unique opportunity to experience the beauty and diversity of dance music from around the globe, performed by the talented Angelus Duo.

Greene County Foundation Chamber Series: Dances from Many Lands with the Angelus Duo

Lawton St Christian Church

It’s the latest experience from our years long partnership. Five visiting principals from the London Symphony Orchestra deliver a taste of the classics from across the pond.

LSO Chamber Showcase

Music Academy of the West

A concert of fairytales and wonder from harpists Katherine Thomas and Alex Rider.
What could be more magical than the sound of a harp? Two harps, of course, and today CBSO Principal Harpist Katherine Thomas is joined by her inspirational colleague Alex Rider to weave sonic enchantment. There’ll be mysterious tales from Ravel, shimmering nocturnes, and the ravishing musical images of Claude Debussy – music to spark the imagination and soothe the soul.

Carlos Salzedo

Events

Upcoming events

Dec 9, 2026

Centre Stage: Two Harps · City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra

Past events

Sep 8, 2026

Mared Pugh-Evans · Lucerne Festival

Apr 4, 2026

String Division Recital · Washington University in St. Louis Department of Music

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