The Somerset Folk Harp Festival celebrates all aspects of the folk harp. With a location convenient to most of the East Coast, the 2009 event will offer workshops, concerts, networking opportunities and a large exhibor and vendor hall for your shopping pleasure!

DATES for 2009: July 9 - 12, 2009, in Alexandria, VA

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1) This Festival will offer a Family-friendly vacation. The hotel is located just outside Washington DC , and offer free shuttle service to the nearest Metro (Subway) stop. From there one can travel by Metro to the Smithsonian, the Zoo, the monuments - all that Washington has to offer.

2) Arrive early on Thursday July 9 to beat the rush hour traffic. The Vendor Hall will be open on Thursday from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm.

3) You Gotta Have Harp is now planning for the 2009 festival.

Photos from 2007:

Chair massage for a tired but blissful Kathy Donkus

Bray Harp Duet with Nancy Hurrell and Harper Tasche - the Heavy Metal of the Renaissance

Gerry Serviente Emcees a concert

Special Features for Visitors:

Can't attend the whole Festival? Be a "Visitor"! You can visit the Exhibit Hall for $15 per day! For the evening concerts tickets may be available for $25 each. See the concert page for a complete schedule. Visitors may attend the I've Always Wanted to Play the Harp workshops. Admission to Single workshops will be sold on site on a space available basis. The fee of $60 includes admission to the Exhibit Hall the same day as the workshop.

I've Always Wanted to Play the Harp Workshops - Friday and Saturday. An experienced local teacher will give a hands-on orientation to the folk harp. If you've always dreamed of playing the harp but never had the opportunity to see how beautiful , accessible, portable and affordable these small harps can be, now is your chance! Workshops will take place in the Exhibit Hall and are included in the price of a "Visitor" admission.