Harp (HARP)

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HARP 1101. Secondary Performances-Harp. 1 Hour.

Students study techniques and musicality related to harp in weekly individualized private instruction. Students admitted as a Harp primary are not permitted to take this course.
Prerequisite: Must be a music major with a different applied instrument concentration, or by instructor permission.

HARP 1201. Harp. 2 Hours.

The course focuses on harp playing technique, historical performance practice, and fundamentals of harp performance.
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.

HARP 3201. Harp. 2 Hours.

Students are provided advanced training and instruction including performance technique, interpretation of music, performance practice in various major musical periods, alternate tunings, and the history of harps and harp playing.
Prerequisite: Passing the sophomore proficiency in harp.

HARP 3202. Applied Harp w/ Jr Recital. 2 Hours.

The course consists of advanced individualized private instruction on the harp. Instruction focuses on technique and musicality. Students also attend a weekly studio class, where there are opportunities to perform for fellow students, and perform a culminating recital. Credit 2
Prerequisite: Students must have instructor permission.