
Plano Symphony Orchestra Summer Camp and Institute
at Shepton High School
The Plano Symphony Orchestra Summer Camp and Institute will have four full orchestras to accommodate all elementary, middle and high school band and orchestra students (including strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion, piano and harp).
This is a low tuition opportunity for students in the North Texas area. There are limited scholarships available.
This program is July 6-July 17, 2026.
Juliette Buchanan will coach the harp orchestra parts.
Come be a part of this wonderful opportunity!
Deadline to apply is May 15, 2026
Local Events
October 11, 2026, Sunday, 6:30-7:30 pm
"Sound Bath Under the Stars"
Kimberly DeRosa performs an improvised program on electric
lever harp with sound practitioner Danielle Thibadeaux of Se7en Waves, as images of the
universe are projected on the domed theater.
Location: Jane and John Justin Foundation Omni Theater, 1600 Gendy St, Fort Worth 76107
Tickets can be purchased at www.fwmuseum.org.
October 25, 2026, Sunday, 3:00 pm
TCU’s 4th Annual Harp-o-ween Concert
Celebrate the Allhallowtide season with music, costumes, and a trick-or-treat reception.
Location: PepsiCo Recital Hall, TCU, 2800 S University Dr, FW 76109
October 28. 2026, Wednesday, 12:30 pm
Dallas College Harp Ensemble, Cindy Horstman, director
Enjoy a free concert of works by Cindy and ensemble members
Location: Brookhaven College Theater Lobby, 3939 Valley View Ln, Farmers Branch 75244
November 15, 2026, Sunday, 2:30 pm
The Dave Alexander Symphony Orchestra: “From the Saddle to Symphony Hall”
The Dave Alexander Symphony Orchestra: “From the Saddle to Symphony Hall” for ThevBirthplace of Western Swing Music Festival
Victoria Gonzalez, harpist
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Location: Will Rogers Auditorium, 3401 W Lancaster, Fort Worth 76107
Orpheus Chamber Singers Concerts, Jaymee Haefner, harp
Dec 18, 2026, Friday, 7:30 pm, Broadway Baptist Church, 305 W Broadway, FW 76104
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Dec 19, 2026, Saturday, 7:30 pm, St Thomas Aquinas Church, 6306 Kenwood, Dallas 75214
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Dec 20, 2026, Sunday, 7:00 pm, Church of the Transfiguration,14115 Hillcrest, Dallas 75254
February 20, 2027, Saturday, 7:30 pm
Chamber Music International, Jaymee Haefner, harp, music for harp, guitar, and violin
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Location: St Barnabas Presbyterian Church, 1220 W Belt Line Rd, Richardson 75080
March 14, 2027, Sunday, 1:30-6 pm
Second Annual Celtic Harp Event
Early registration opens 12/15/26, in person or online, open to all ages, featuring workshops, art activities, drumming, group playing, and a performance of “Lament of the Wild Geese” by Susan Koskelin
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Location: MindaMusic Harp Gallery, 1456 Belt Line Rd. Ste 142, Garland 75044
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Questions: 469-661-8116 or Harps@MindaMusicStore.com
April 2, 2027, Friday 7:00 pm
Frisco ISD Annual Harp Recital
20th Anniversary Recital
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Location: Frisco ISD Visual and Performing Arts Center
8600 Stockard Dr, Frisco 75034
April 18, 2027, Sunday, 3:00 pm
TCU Harp Ensemble and Studio Recital
20th Anniversary Recital
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Kela Walton, director
Location: PepsiCo Recital Hall, TCU, 2800 S University Dr, FW 76109

directed by Kimberly DeRosa
July 13 - 18 on the campus of Houston Christian University
Welcoming ages 11 - 19, lever and pedal harp students.
On-campus housing (optional). Scholarships available. Rental harps available. No auditions.
Exploring the world of harp - Bringing together young harpists - Developing Skills - Fostering Musicianship
Scholarship deadline May 1. Registration deadline June 1.
More information here www.HoustonSummerHarpFestival.com

PSO Chamber Concert Series: Up Close
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Hasley Chapel, St Andrew United Methodist Church
5801 W. Plano Pkwy, Plano, TX 75093
This one hour chamber program brings together powerful works by women composers, each with distinct colors and musical languages. The program will conclude with the PSO's very own harpist Juliette Buchanan's new work for wind quintet, strings and harp. Come enjoy an evening of moving music!
For tickets, go to https://planosymphony.org/up-close/
April 21, 2026 at 7:30 p.m.
Debussy + Strauss: Metamorphosen
Richard McKay leads a program centered on structural evolution and string texture, beginning with Górecki’s Three Pieces in Old Style, a work rooted in Polish Renaissance and Baroque modalities. Harpist Yumiko Endo Schlaffer then joins the ensemble for Debussy’s Danse sacrée et danse profane, a foundational diptych that explores the contrast between ritualistic and chromatic harmonic languages. The evening concludes with Strauss’s Metamorphosen, a complex study for 23 solo strings that serves as a profound meditation on cultural transformation.

Moody Performance Hall
2520 Flora Street, Dallas, TX 75201

Where will your harp take you?
March 6 (1:00 check in) and March 7th (9:00 check-in)
Lamb of God Lutheran Church - 1401 Cross Timbers Rd, Flower Mound, TX 75028
Open to ages 15 and up!
Workshops, harp ensemble, performances and community for lever and pedal harp players, beginning through advanced levels. Rental harps available.
Single day passes and full-time student discounts offered. Register before March 1 for best pricing.
For details and registration click here www.HarpJourneys.com
Harp Journeys Festival Friday Concert
March 6 at 7:00pm. Free admission.
Lamb of God Lutheran Church - 1401 Cross Timbers Rd, Flower Mound, TX 75028
Kimberly DeRosa, harp and Stephanie Poyner, piano/organ
and the OCTAVIA Harp Ensemble
For more details click here www.HarpJourneys.com
Harp Journeys Festival Saturday Concert
March 7 at 7:00pm. Free admission.
Lamb of God Lutheran Church - 1401 Cross Timbers Rd, Flower Mound, TX 75028
Therese Honey, harp
and the Harp Journeys Festival Ensemble with special guest Mary Radspinner
For more details click here www.HarpJourneys.com


