In this assembly, students will see and hear harps from different continents and world cultures. Harps make magical sounds! They also tell stories, spark imaginations, carry history from one generation to another, and illustrate universal concepts in music and science. During the assembly students listen to harp music, hear harp stories, sing, try new vocabulary, solve problems, and ask questions. Holly plays multiple harps, weaves in fun facts and surprises, and answers questions about her adventures in harp life! Assemblies can be included in your day of Hands-On Harp workshops (see separate “Hands-On Harps” page). You can even showcase some of your students playing their own harps in an assembly at the end of the day. Or book a whole day of assemblies for different age groups or different buildings in your district.
Artist Background
Holly of Holly’s Harps is a musician-educator who designs activities to meet state standards for each grade. Holly specializes in helping students make “Aha!” connections among topics in culture, science, math, music, and history. She also works extensively with special needs students. Holly inspires over 21,000 people per year with musical experiences that encourage their curiosity and support their creativity. Holly is founder of Lyrica, whose first recording won the Davies Prize. She is also a cathedral musician, the harpist for ensembles in USA and Europe, and a winner of the Continuing Creativity Award for multi-disciplinary teaching.
Search Criteria
- Program Type: Performance
- Discipline: Music, STEAM
- Grade Level: Elementary, Middle
- Accepts bookings in Johnston County
