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News from the American Harp Society, Inc.
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April 2016
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Spring is a busy time for harpists and for the American Harp Society, Inc. Our new round of grant awards has just been approved, the new membership directory has been mailed, and while we're putting the finishing touches on the upcoming National Conference, planning is in full swing for the 2017 Summer Institute in Northfield, MN. And the application deadline for Chapter of the Year is approaching, would you like your chapter to be considered? Read more . . .
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Highlights of the Upcoming 2016 National Conference in Atlanta
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Will you join us in Atlanta?
It's just over two months until the AHS National Conference in Atlanta! Have you registered, made your housing and travel plans, and started practicing for an adult or youth ensemble opportunity? Some Conference Center hotel rooms are still available at a special AHS rate, but don't delay until they are all booked. All the Conference details can be found at www.AHSConference.org.
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Daily Conference Schedule Now Available!
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This year's AHS Conference in Atlanta promises to be fantastic. Be well informed and up-to-date on all the events through our Daily Conference Schedule, now available online and downloadable here. Print your schedule today to guide your conference planning, and check back often for updates.
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Executive Luncheon
Also new online are reservations for the AHS Executive Luncheon, to be held on Friday, July 1st at 11:45 a.m. in the Emory Conference Center. Current national and chapter officers along with past national Presidents & Chairmen of the Board gather to become better acquainted with one another, share experiences and celebrate your leadership in AHS. Register today for this special opportunity.
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DATES TO REMEMBER
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Early Registration
Discount Ends
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| Attendee Registration | Ended | July 1, 2016 | STUDENT-ONLY Early Registration
| April 30, 2016
| June 1, 2016 | Dormitory Reservations
| N/A | June 1, 2016 | | Exhibitor Applications | Ended | May 1, 2016 |
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Come Early or Stay After the Conference!
Planning a vacation around the Conference? Bringing your family? You're in luck - Atlanta is truly one of the nation's premier metropolitan gems! There's so much to do and see that you won't want to miss!
CNN Atlanta Studio Tour
Get a behind-the-scenes look at CNN's global headquarters in Atlanta with this guided, 50-minute studio walking tour. Learn how CNN's news is written, produced and  delivered - and maybe even find some of the anchors hard at work on a live broadcast. See all the news feeds from CNN bureaus around the world and check out the high-tech special effects studio. Take home a souvenir photo behind a news desk and don't forget to explore the shops and restaurants in the CNN Center before or after the tour.
The Fernbank Museum of Natural History is close to the conference at Emory. Home to the world's largest dinosaurs, and Atlanta's biggest IMAX� screen, Fernbank brings  science to life through hands-on immersive programming, live animals, and unmatched fun experiences for all ages. New this summer are 8 acres of all-new experiences, environments and activities set in the natural woodlands adjacent to the Museum.
- Dramatic vantage points high in the trees
- Spectacular tree pod experiences
- Unique sensory stations
- Elevated walkways and adventure nets
- Simulated Archaeology Dig
Atlanta History Center
 The Atlanta History Center is a unique 33 acre oasis nestled among one of Atlanta's most historic neighborhoods. Award-winning exhibitions, historic houses, enchanting gardens, interactive experiences, and a variety of year-round adult and family programs truly offer something for everyone looking to explore the region's past.
Want More Places to Visit in the Atlanta Area? Check out some of these suggestions:
- World of Coca-Cola www.worldofcoca-cola.com
- Delta Flight Museum www.deltamuseum.org
- Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum www.cartercenter.org
- Museum of Design Arts www.museumofdesign.org
- Southeastern Railway Museum www.southeasternrailwaymuseum.org
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42nd National Conference Sponsors
Thank you to our National Conference sponsors!
GEORGIA CHAPTER
OF THE
AMERICAN HARP SOCIETY, INC.
 BRONZE SPONSOR
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Chapter of the Year Applications
Due May 15th
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2014-2015 Chapter of the Year |
Now's your chance to bring your Chapter the recognition it has earned over the past year. Any active Chapter of the American Harp Society, Inc. may apply for the Chapter of the Year award. The winning chapter will be determined by a majority vote of the Executive Committee after they have had an opportunity to evaluate the materials, and will receive an award of $300.00. The announcement will be made at the Annual Membership Meeting at the Conference on July 1st. See all the details online.
Eligibility Requirements:
1. The Chapter must be in good standing and in compliance with AHS, Inc. policies, (i.e. bylaws on file, annual reports submitted to the Membership Secretary.)
2. The activities of the Chapter will be evaluated in terms of fulfillment of the Mission Statement of the American Harp Society, Inc. Activities may often incorporate more than one mission element.
Applications Due by May 15, 2016 The application should list activities including completed and projected projects from the previous annual meeting to the upcoming annual meeting (July through June). Activities must be documented in detail with accompanying programs, clippings and photographs. All materials must be submitted in one PDF file (10MB or less) with accompanying Chapter of the Year Form (PDF) by May 15th to: execdirector@harpsociety.org.
Winner's Tips - Activities of Past Chapter of the Year Recipients
- Sponsored Music Education Auditions & Evaluations for area students
- Published regular quarterly newsletters
- Presented workshop, guest harpist and Chapter harpist performances at local schools and community venues
- Sponsored social, educational and musical Chapter events
- Provided scholarship support for young harp students
- Offer ensemble performance opportunities for adults and youth
- Published Memorials for those we have lost
- Provided regular email reminders regarding upcoming events
- Maintained a strong Facebook and Twitter presence
- Maintain updated Chapter Website
See the details of these and other activities of past winners of Annual Chapter of the Year online.
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American Harp Society, Inc.
2017 Summer Institute at St. Olaf College
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Please join us for the 2017 AHS 12th Summer Institute at St. Olaf College in historic Northfield, Minnesota. The Institute opens on Sunday, June 25 and runs through Wednesday, June 28, 2017. Workshops, concerts, master classes, and the 22nd AHS National Competition will inspire and invigorate teachers and students of all age levels. Competition repertoire will be published in early June.
St. Olaf College Known as "The Hill", St. Olaf College's picturesque 300-acre campus is home to 17 academic and administrative buildings. St. Olaf is a residential college, with 96 percent of its students residing in one of 11 residence halls and 18 academic and special interest group houses. Adjacent to campus are 325 acres of restored wetlands, woodlands, and native tall grass prairie owned and maintained by St. Olaf, and a utility-grade wind turbine that supplies up to one-third of the college's daily electrical needs. In 2011, Travel+Leisure named St. Olaf as one of the most beautiful college campuses in the United States.
Call for Program Proposals
Have you considered presenting a workshop, recital, or concert for the June 2017 Summer Institute? Please review the guidelines outlined in the 2017 Call for Program Proposals and submit your application materials at AHSProposals@harpsociety.org. All program proposals must be submitted by August 1, 2016.
Proposals not programmed by the 2017 Summer Institute will be retained for consideration by future Conferences or Summer Institutes.
Save The Date
The Lyon & Healy Awards are scheduled to take place just prior to the AHS Institute at nearby Carleton College in Northfield, MN on June 22 - 24, 2017. The Awards are open to all AHS members under the age of 30. Institute attendees will also have the opportunity to attend the Lyon & Healy Awards Winners Recital on Sunday, June 25. Please visit http://www.lyonhealy.com/awards.htm for application information and repertoire updates in the coming weeks.
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Teachers: AHS's Secondary School Programs Working Group Needs to Hear From You
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Do you teach harp in a secondary school setting, or know someone who does? Part time or full time? One student or many? Then our Secondary Schools Working Group wants to know more!
Part of AHS's mission is to empower the next generation of harpists. One avenue for empowerment is to understand the scope and availability of secondary school harp programs, and use that information to assist those teachers and other school systems in offering opportunities for harp study at a young age. The Working Group has created a survey for teachers in secondary schools to gather data about their work. It will only take a few minutes to complete, and the responses will be reported to the AHS Board to inform future AHS initiatives. Together we can work toward expanding opportunities for youth to study the harp.
Please access the survey here. Responses are requested by May 15th. Thank you for your input to this important project.
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Hear the Atlanta Urban Youth Harp Ensemble at the National Conference
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New 2016-2017 AHS Board Members
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Congratulations to the newly-elected and re-elected members of the AHS Board of Directors, and thanks to all who participated in our first blended election with record turnout. Directors-at-large
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Cheryl Dungan Cunningham
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Catherine Case, Northwestern Region
| Julia Kay Jamieson
| Cheryl Ann Fulton, Western Region
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| Diane Michaels, Midatlantic Region
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Kela Walton
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The new Board members will be seated in Atlanta, immediately following the Annual Membership Meeting.
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2016 Membership Directory Published
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New membership directories (current as of February, 2016) were mailed April 14th - let us know if you haven't received yours by May 1st. If yours is missing in action, it might be because we have an old address on file for you. Keeping your address current also ensures that you get every issue of The American Harp Journal. Please be sure to update any changes to your member profile online. The instructions are below, with help available if you have forgotten your login. And you can always contact Barbara Sooklal, Membership Secretary, with the information below.
Thank you!
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Online Membership Database
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Access the AHS Online Membership Directory any time, anywhere in the world. Find old friends and make new ones! And please help us stay in touch by updating your member record when something changes.
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Membership Questions?
Please contact Barbara Sooklal
For your security, please do not email credit card numbers. Membership forms may be sent by secure fax to (508) 803-8383.
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 Mother's Day, May 8th, is right around the corner. As you shop for mom, please remember to use the links below to benefit AHS as well as honoring her. Amazon Smile has a special Mother's Day collection, and GoodShop offers discounts for you as well as a donation to AHS. And if Mom herself is a harpist, be sure to browse the recordings, music and other items available on the AHS Online Store. And happy Mother's Day to all of our Mom Harpists, Harp Moms, and your moms!
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