About Us
The Beginning
The Williamsburg community has enjoyed the music of our youth harpists since 1995, when Cynthia Campbell harpist and music teacher at Rawls Byrd Elementary school, began teaching the school students on a few rented harps.
Although based in public schools for more than a decade, the Rawls Byrd-Berkeley harp program was privately funded from its inception. In 2006 parents voted to end the school-based program and to form the Williamsburg Youth Harp Society, a non-profit organization dedicated to the success of the new private program.
A Community Success Story
The Williamsburg Youth Harp Society was formed as a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to providing children in the Williamsburg, Virginia area with an enriched educational experience through study and performance on the harp.
The program is currently funded through tuition, fund raising, grants, performance honorarium and donations. We are a registered corporation with the Commonwealth of Virginia.
What We Offer
Students are divided into Harp I and Harp II while they learn the basics of the harp. They can then progress to our performing ensembles: Allegro (beginning ensemble), Canto (intermediate ensemble), and Arpeggiare (advanced ensemble).
We offer group lessons, private instruction and can be booked for your next live event.
Our Classes
Classes and Practices
Classes are held on the campus of the Williamsburg Baptist Church, 227 Richmond Road on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday evenings.
We offer 2 semesters of group instruction. A spring and fall semester ranging from 10 - 12 weeks depending on level of ability. Each semester ends with a recital for each level as well as several opportunities for our performing ensembles to be out in the public. Summer Camps are often available.
Harp 1 (Beginner)
Harp 1 students will have class on Tuesday evening from 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM.
The current fee is $150 per semester.
Allegro Ensemble (Novice ensemble)
Allegro Ensemble students currently have practices on Wednesday evenings from 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM.
The current fees are $250 per semester for all of our performing ensembles.
Canto (Intermediate ensemble)
Canto Ensemble students currently have practices on Monday evenings from 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM.
The current fees are $250 per semester for all of our performing ensembles.
Arpeggiare (Advanced ensemble)
Arpeggiare Ensemble students currently have practices on Wednesday evenings from 6:45 PM - 7:45 PM.
The current fees are $250 per semester for all of our performing ensembles.
HARP SUMMER CAMP
Summer Harp Camp for Beginners *CANCELLED*
It is with deep regret that due to continued care and concern regarding COVID -19 our summer camp has been cancelled. Please look for us next summer when making your plans!
Would your child like to spend a week learning to play the harp?
Session 1 July 6th - 10th : 1 pm - 4 pm
Session 2 July 27th -31st: 9 am - 12 pm
Session 3 July 27th - 31st 1 pm - 4 pm
Open to ages 8-18 years
$245
(Includes 15 hours of instruction on classroom harps,
games and a daily snack!)
Download application and mail it in or
PayPal deposit available below
Classes will be held at Williamsburg Baptist Church
227 Richmond Rd, Williamsburg, VA 23185
Harp 2 Tuition + Online Convenience Fee
$204.50
Harp 2 Tuition fee plus a processing fee for online payments
Harp Ensemble Tuition + Online Convenience Fee
$258.50
Harp Ensemble Tuition fee plus a processing fee for online payments
Beginner Harp Tuition + Online Convenience Fee
$157.00
Beginner Harp Tuition fee plus a processing fee for online orders.
Please forward your written application via mail or email and indicate on the form that you paid online
Help Our Cause
Your support and contributions will enable us to meet our goals and improve conditions. Your generous donation will fund our mission.