Harp Festival 2026 Guildhall School presents a two-day Harp Festival celebrating the instrument’s rich repertoire and expressive possibilities.
Harp Festival: Early Harp Department – Legends Guildhall harpists perform on historical instruments, bringing ancient melodies to life alongside captivating tales and fascinating historical insights.
Harp Festival: Teodora Cotuna Recital Join us to enjoy this recital by Teodora Cotuna, first prizewinner at the 2nd Ceren Necipoglu Istanbul International Harp Festival Competition 2025.
Harp Festival: ‘Affekt and Affectation’ – the Harp in Jane Austen’s Musical World In this fascinating lecture-recital, marking the 250th year since her birth, we explore the harp's role in Jane Austen's musical life and in her novels.
Harp Festival: Masterclass with Elisabeth Plank We're delighted to welcome celebrated Austrian harpist Elisabeth Plank to work with Guildhall students in this masterclass, which kicks off the 2025 Guildhall School Harp Festival.
Harp Festival: Contemporary Music Showcase A chance to hear some of the outstanding harp solos of today, as well as the long-awaited premiere of Robin Holloway’s Suite.
Harp Festival: Tara Minton Lunchtime Jazz Recital A fantastic opportunity to experience the talent of Tara Minton, the world-renowned jazz/pop harp-vocalist.
Strictly Stickney - the inimitable jazz harpist Park Stickney in Recital The concert will be a mix of Park's own jazz compositions and jazz standards.
Tea-Time Concert: "A Leaf From The Album" - A lecture-recital by Alexander Rider Guildhall alumnus Alexander Rider shares delicious rarities from his treasure trove, with stories and music from Fauré, Tournier, Renié, Saint-Saëns and others.
A Journey Through the Ages with the Early Harp Department Visit to hear authentic early harps with a repertoire of Alfonso the X in medieval Spain, music of the Troubadours and the Trobairitz, Playford dances and a touch of Handel.
