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| What is Beginning in the Middle? |
| Beginning in the Middle is a weekend seminar designed specifically for adult harp students at all skill levels. It is sponsored by The Virginia Harp Center, a retail harp store with locations in Virginia, New Jersey, and Georgia. We have gathered the best world-class faculty to present a non-stop schedule of workshops, lessons, and concerts to inspire you and help you reach your goals. |
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| Who should attend? |
Any level harpist who began their harp journey as an adult will enjoy this conference and take with them a greater enthusiasm for the harp.
Most Beginning in the Middle participants are harpists over the age of 30 who play lever or pedal harp either for their own enjoyment, in therapy settings, and/or professionally. Some may have begun their studies as children and come back to the harp after a long absence, but most started the harp as adults. Many participants are at beginning to intermediate skill levels. Those who have attended BITM for many years enjoy the guidance of our expert faculty and the more advanced class selections that have been added to the schedule. Regardless of playing level or experience, everyone has the opportunity to meet other harpists, share ideas and stories, and have a great time.
All adult harp students age 21 or over are welcome to attend Beginning in the Middle. |
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| What to expect |
Expect to attend activities throughout the day and evening and to be challenged with new ideas at every turn in a nurturing setting.
Expect to meet many other harpists who share your views and experiences and also some who cause you to think in new and different ways.
Expect to experience feelings of apprehension as you prepare for the seminar, but expect those feelings to turn quickly into excitement as you arrive and meet your fellow harpists and our outstanding faculty.
Our faculty is not concerned with your level of ability or previous experience, only that you come with an open mind, a desire to learn, and a willingness to participate. |
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| What to bring |
Bring casual, comfortable clothing for daytime activities. You may wish to bring something dressier for evening events. Some classes require that you have a harp with you in order to participate, while many others do not. Read the class descriptions to see which classes appeal to you; if you would like to take a class that requires a harp for participation, you’ll need to bring your harp with you. If you are bringing your harp, please also bring a bench if you need one, a music stand, and your tuning key. Be sure to label these items with your name, as many look alike. All other classes either do not require you to have a harp, or a harp will be provided for your use. You may still choose to bring your harp to the seminar even if you don’t plan to attend a class which requires one, as it may come in handy during the weekend. (There are plenty of classes to choose from for those that cannot bring their own harp.)
If you sign up to play in a group lesson, bring a piece of music that you are working on. Bring a notebook or small tape-recorder to take class notes (you may not tape-record the faculty concert.) . |
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| Location: |
| All events except the Friday night concert will take place inside the Williamsburg Hospitality House, in Williamsburg, Va. The Friday night concert will take place at the Williamsburg United Methodist Church, a short distance away. Dining options are plentiful in the hotel and in the nearby Williamsburg tourist area. Many restaurants are within walking distance. |
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| Many Beginning in the Middle participants have been playing the harp a short time. |
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| The Friday evening faculty concert is always a big hit! |
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