2005-2006 Studio Calendar ~ Kela Walton, Harp Instruction

August 2005

August 5, 2005: Deadline to turn in 2005-2006 Lesson Schedule Request Forms

August Holiday: August 12-20, 2005 ~ no lessons or classes

August 22-28, 2005 ~ first week of fall lessons

August 22, 2005 at 6pm: String auditions for the various Austin Youth Orchestras (all five orchestras include harp)

September 2005

CONCERT Friday, September 16, 2005 at 8:00pm - 2 Tone: a jazz harp group featuring Cindy Horstman on harp and Michael Medina on bass, performs at the First Presbyterian Church in Austin, TX as part of the St. Cecilia Music Series. (map)
Admission: $15/$12 For more info, call 512-345-8866, ext. 43

September 17, 2005: Deadline to register for High School All-Region Orchestra Auditions. You must be registered for this by your school’s orchestra or band director - I can NOT register for you.

CONCERT Saturday, September 17, 2005 at 1:00pm - 2 Tone: a jazz harp group featuring Cindy Horstman on harp and Michael Medina on bass, performs at the Jazz 'S Alive Festival in San Antonio, TX in Travis Park (300 E. Travis) on the Jefferson St. Stage. This concert is sponsored by the San Antonio Parks Foundation, for more info please go to http://www.saparksfoundation.org/Headliners.htm

CONCERT Sunday, September 18, 2005 at 7:30pm - The Texas Early Music Project performs a concert featuring harpist Therese Honey at the First English Lutheran Church in Austin, TX. The program includes late 18th century Irish music performed by Therese Honey on Celtic and historical harps, as well as Scottish ballades performed by vocal artists Jenifer Thyssen, Stephanie Prewitt, and Daniel Johnson. Dessert reception to follow. (map)
Admission: $20 at the door (cash or check only, a portion of the proceeds go to Hurricane Katrina Relief efforts) For more info, call 512-371-0099.

September 24, 2005: Deadline to register for Middle School All-Region Orchestra Auditions. You must be registered for this by your school’s orchestra or band director - I can NOT register for you.

October 2005

October 1, 2005 at Westwood High School: High School All-Region Orchestra Auditions (check in at 9am). You must be registered for this by your school’s orchestra or band director by September 17, 2005 - I can NOT register for you.

Sunday, October 2, 2005 at 6:00pm: Austin Chapter of the AHS Pot-luck Supper and Meeting at Lynn Turner's home. You do not have to be a member to attend and harp students and parents are welcome - bring your favorite dish or desert and meet other local harpists of all ages. Please ask me for directions.

October 8, 2005 at Grisham Middle School: Middle school All-Region Orchestra Auditions (check in at 8:30am). You must be registered for this by your school’s orchestra or band director by September 24th - I can NOT register for you.

CONCERT Monday, October 10, 2005 at 8pm - Audio Inversions: New Music Concert Series, Inaugural concert at the Austin Museum of Art Downtown. Program to include works by Lou Harrison, Frederic Rzewski, and a sideways nod to a pop culture icon with Michael Daugherty's Dead Elvis. Performers include: Dawn Lawler and Karmen Suter, flute; Emily Zizza, clarinet; Ben Westney, cello; Kela Walton, harp; Aaron Lack, percussion; and Adam Boyles, conductor.
Admission: $10/$7 at the door.

October 28, 2005 at 2pm: TMEA All-State Orchestra Audition cuts posted on TMEA website. www.tmea.org

October 29, 2005 at Austin HS: TMEA All-State Orchestra Audition Taping (9am Check-in time).

November 2005

CONCERT Monday, November 7, 2005 at 8pm - The UT Harp Ensemble will perform at the UT School of Music in the Recital Studio. A Celtic sampler program, the evening will include music from Wales, Ireland, Brittany, and Scotland.
Admission: Free. Please click here for a map.

November 8, 2005 at 2pm: TMEA All-State Orchestra Audition Results posted on TMEA website. www.tmea.org

November 8, 2005: Deadline to submit application and recording for the 20th Annual Pearl Amster Youth Concerto Competition (open to instrumental students 18 years of age and younger who live with 100 miles of Austin). Rules and Applications available online at www.austincivicorchestra.org or please email Pat Surguy dsurguy@austin.rr.com for more information.

Studio Holiday: November 13-15, 2005 ~ no lessons or classes

Thanksgiving Holiday: November 23-27, 2005 ~ no lessons or classes

December 2005

Saturday, December 3, 2005 at 3pm: Holiday Harp Ensemble rehearsal in Steiner Ranch at 3906 Wharton Ct. (78732) at the home of Adriana Cox. All students wishing to perform with the Holiday Harp Ensemble must attend.

Sunday, December 4, 2005 at 3pm: Holiday Harp Ensemble and Studio Party at the Towne Square Community Center in Steiner Ranch (12550 Country Trails Lane, Austin, TX 78732). Students participating in the ensemble should arrive with their harps no later than 2pm.

CONCERT Monday, December 12, 2005 at 8pm - Audio Inversions: New Music Concert Series, concert at the Austin Museum of Art Downtown. Program includes works by Evan Chambers, Marcin Bela and Jennifer Higdon. Performers include Karmen Suter, flute; Joel Bright, French horn; Kela Walton, harp; and Marcin Bela, conductor. Mingle with the musicians at a wine and cheese reception following the concert.
Admission: $10/$7 at the door.

Winter Break: December 18, 2005 – January 7, 2006 ~ no lessons or classes (Exception: I will offer lessons during the first week of January to students preparing for competitions, auditions, UIL, or other performances.)

January 2006

Winter Break: December 19, 2005 – January 7, 2006 ~ no lessons or classes (Exception: I will offer lessons during the first week of January to students preparing for competitions, auditions, UIL, or other performances.)

Thursday, January 5, 2006: Deadline for High School students to enter the UIL Solo & Ensemble Competition (for UIL Music Region 18). You must be entered for this contest by your school’s orchestra or band director - I can NOT enter you in this competition.

Sunday, January 8, 2006: First official day of Spring lessons and classes

Friday, January 20, 2006: Early registration deadline for Harp Journeys - a festival in Houston, TX in February. Harp Journeys is designed for adults who enjoy playing lever and pedal harp, and offers workshops on a variety of musical styles and aspects of playing the harp as well as a chance to experience the fun of ensemble playing regardless of ability.

Sunday, January 22, 2006 at 3pm: Tentative date & time for January Studio Class Postponed until February 19, 2006

Wednesday, January 25, 2006: Deadline to enter the The Hubbard Chamber Music Series, Young Artists Solo and Chamber Music Competition. Please click here to print an application form.

February 2006

February 4, 2006 at Lanier High School: UIL Solo & Ensemble Competition

February 4, 2006 at the Heath United Methodist Church in Heath, TX: The Hubbard Chamber Music Series, Young Artists Solo and Chamber Music Competition.

February 15-18, 2006: TMEA Clinic and Convention in San Antonio (All-State Orchestra rehearsals and concerts)

Sunday, February 19, 2006 at 3pm: February Studio Class

Monday, February 20, 2006: Deadline to submit applications & fees to participate in the Austin Chapter of the American Harp Society's 2006 Music Education Auditions and Evaluations. Click here for a PDF file with information and an application.

February 23-25, 2006: Harp Journeys - a festival in Houston, TX at St. John the Divine Episcopal Church. Harp Journeys is designed for adults who enjoy playing lever and pedal harp, and offers workshops on a variety of musical styles and aspects of playing the harp as well as a chance to experience the fun of ensemble playing regardless of ability.

March 2006

Students Please Be Aware: The first half of March involves a lot of travel for me, so lesson schedules may vary (we may have to be flexible and creative with scheduling).

Sunday March 5, 2006 from 2-5pm: Session One of the Austin Chapter of the American Harp Society's 2006 Music Education Auditions and Evaluations held at the UT School of Music (MRH 6.218).

Spring Break: Wednesday March 8 - Wednesday March 15, 2006 ~ no lessons or classes (the official AISD spring break is March 13-17).

March 15, 2006: Deadline to apply online for the Young Artist's Harp Seminar in Ruben Gap, GA directed by Susan Bennett Brady and Kimberly Rowe. This Festival is for harp students ages 12-26 who want to focus entirely on the harp without distraction. For more information go to http://www.harpseminar.com

March 20, 2006: Deadline to apply to participate in the Austin Area Youth Harp Ensemble concert on April 7, 2006. You must be in grades 6-12 and the harp student of a current AHS Austin Chapter member to apply. Application PDF file Music is available through me.

CONCERT Friday, March 24, 2006 at 8pm: Kristin Ohlson Gram, Masters Recital, Jessen Auditorium, UT Austin Campus. Program includes works by Caplet, Couperin, Handel, Ravel, Salzedo and Tournier. Admission is Free.

Saturday, March 25, 2006 at 3pm: March Studio Class

April 2006

April 1, 2006: Deadline for students (who qualify) to enter the Texas State Solo & Ensemble Competition. You must be entered for this contest by your school’s orchestra or band director - I can NOT enter you in this competition.

April 1, 2006 9am-12:30: Austin Area Youth Harp Ensemble rehearsal at Westlake High School. Any 6-12th grade harp student, who studies with a current Austin AHS Chapter member, applies to participate before March 20, 2006, and attends all rehearsals is eligible to participate in the Youth Harp Ensemble. Application PDF file

CONCERT Sunday, April 2, 2006 at 7:30pm: UT Harp Ensemble Concert in the Recital Studio at the UT School of Music. “Laguna Gloria and the Six Flags Over Texas” features the premier of a harp ensemble work written especially for the UT Harp Ensemble by UT Austin graduate Dr. Rob Deemer. Admission is Free.

CONCERT Friday, April 7, 2006 at 7pm: Austin Area Youth Harp Ensemble Concert, under the direction of Ayren Huslig, in the Choir Hall at Westlake High School. Children and families Welcome. Donations Accepted at the door.

CONCERT Friday, April 21, 2006 at 8pm: Meisenbach Golden Flute & Harp Duo at St. Austin's Catholic Parish. Tickets sold at the door: $15 General Admission, $7 Students and Seniors.

CONCERT Saturday, April 22, 2006 at 7:30pm: "Synergetic Harp" with harpists Delaine Fedson, Elaine Barber and Jim Pinkerton, Lanny Hilbolt on bass and Rob Fedson on drums, at the UT School of Music Recital Studio. Program features works by Nadermann, Grandjany, transcriptions by Escosa, and a surprise! Admission is Free.

CONCERT Thursday, April 27, 2006 at 7:30pm: Harp Project and UT Harp Studio Class Recital in the Recital Studio at the UT School of Music. Admission is Free.

Easter Holiday: April 14-16, 2006 ~ no lessons or classes

Sunday, April 30, 2006 at 3pm: April Studio Class

Sunday, April 30, 2006: early registration deadline to submit applications for the 2006 Midwest Harp Festival at Oral Roberts University, Tulsa Oklahoma. This one week festival is open to harpists of all ages and focuses on camaraderie and ensemble experiences, with other classes, coachings, solo opportunities, and workshops. Apply before April 30, 2006 and save $25.00, space is limited. For more information and applications go to http://www.midwestharpfestival.com

May 2006

May 1, 2006: 2006-2007 All State Orchestra audition etudes posted at http://www.tmea.org/065_Orchestra/audmaterial_r.html

Wednesday, May 3, 2006: deadline to submit applications for the 2006 Houston Baptist University's Summer Harp Festival in Houston, TX with Kimberly Snaufer, director & Therese Honey, instructor. This Festival is for harp students in grades 6th-12th (applications must be postmarked by May 3, 2006). For more information please go to http://www.houstonharp.com/houston_baptist_university_harp.htm (I also have a few brochures available.)

CONCERT Thursday, May 4, 2006 at 4pm: Chelsy Hutchison, Junior Recital at the UT School of Music Recital Studio. Program includes works by Debussy, Salzedo and Telemann. Admission is Free.

Friday, May 5, 2006: deadline to submit applications for the 2006 Northwestern State University Summer Harp Camp in Natchitoches, LA with Shirley Jennings, directo . This camp is for harp students who have completed grades 6-12 and are interested in harp ensemble and specialized instruction; apply before May 5, 2006 for a tuition discount. Students must bring a prepared solo. For more information please go to http://www.nsula.edu/demonband/musiccamps/ (I also have a an application available.)

Saturday May 6, 2006 from 9am-12noon: Session Two of the Austin Chapter of the American Harp Society's 2006 Music Education Auditions and Evaluations held at St. David's Episcopal Church (Bethel Hall).

Sunday, May 21, 2006 at 3pm: May Studio Class

Saturday, May 27 & Monday, May 29, 2006 at UT Austin, Texas State University, and Connally HS: Texas State Solo & Ensemble Contest.

STUDIO RECITAL Saturday, May 27, 2006 at 7pm: Combined Studio Spring Recital with harp students from the studio of Kela Walton and select flute students from the studio of Karmen Suter. The recital will be at the Suter home in south Austin, and we hope the evening will include solos, harp duets, & flute and harp chamber music.

May 31, 2006: deadline to submit applications for the 2006 Midwest Harp Festival at Oral Roberts University, Tulsa Oklahoma. This one week festival is open to harpists of all ages and focuses on camaraderie and ensemble experiences, with other classes, coachings, solo opportunities, and workshops. Apply before April 30, 2006 and save $25.00, space is limited. For more information and applications go to http://www.midwestharpfestival.com

June 2006

June 11-17, 2006: Houston Baptist University's Summer Harp Festival 2006 in Houston, TX with Kimberly Snaufer, director & Therese Honey, instructor. This Festival is for harp students in grades 6th-12th; applications must be postmarked by May 3, 2006. For more information please go to http://www.houstonharp.com/houston_baptist_university_harp.htm

June 11-14, 2006: Northwestern State University Summer Harp Camp in Natchitoches, LA with Shirley Jennings, director. This camp is for harp students who have completed grades 6-12 and are interested in harp ensemble and specialized instruction; apply before May 5, 2006 for a tuition discount. Students must bring a prepared solo. For more information please go to http://www.nsula.edu/demonband/musiccamps/ (I also have a an application available.)

June 18-24, 2006: Longhorn Music Camp in Austin, TX High School Solo and Ensemble Workshop with Delaine Fedson, instructor and guest artist Ray Pool. This camp is for harp students entering grades 9-12 in the fall of 2006. First time applicants must include a 10 minute audition tape. For more information go to http://www.longhornmusiccamp.org and click on registration.

June 26-30, 2006: The Arizona Harp Experience in Tucson, AZ. Designed for students ages 13-26 who want to learn about all aspects of becoming a professional harpist; the course offers 5 days of concerts and workshops as well as optional private lessons with Dr. Carol McLaughlin. For more information please go to http://www.azharpexperience.com/index.php

June Holiday: June 21 - July 4, 2006 ~ no lessons or classes

July 2006

June Holiday: June 21 - July 4, 2006 ~ no lessons or classes

July 5-7, 2006: I will be a guest instructor at the Austin Chamber Music Academy Workshop working with harpists in chamber music ensembles. Elaine Barber will the full-time harp instructor. The Young Artists Division Workshop runs July 5-22, 2006. For more information go to http://www.austinchambermusic.org/learn/workshop.shtml

July 5-21, 2006: Texas Youth Orchestra tour of Italy and Austria. Open to students ages 15-21 with director recommendation. For more information go to http://www.musiccelebrations.com/tyo/ or contact Deborah Perkins – Southern Methodist University 972-839-8870, or Desiree Overree at 713-294-9315 or email 2006tyo@sbcglobal.net

July 10-14, 2006: The Arizona Harp Experience in Tucson, AZ. Designed for students ages 13-26 who want to learn about all aspects of becoming a professional harpist; the course offers 5 days of concerts and workshops as well as optional private lessons with Dr. Carol McLaughlin. For more information please go to http://www.azharpexperience.com/index.php

CONCERT Thursday, July 13, 2006 at 1pm: Elaine Barber and Kela Walton perform several harp duets on the "Up Close with the Artists Faculty Recital" at the Austin Chamber Music Academy Workshop in the Chapel at Trinity Episcopal School. Admission is Free.

July 15-29, 2006: Young Artist's Harp Seminar in Ruben Gap, GA directed by Susan Bennett Brady and Kimberly Rowe. This Festival is for harp students ages 12-26 who want to focus entirely on the harp without distraction. Deadline to apply online is March 15, 2006. For more information go to http://www.harpseminar.com

July 16-22, 2006: The Midwest Harp Festival at Oral Roberts University, Tulsa Oklahoma. This one week festival is open to harpists of all ages and focuses on camaraderie and ensemble experiences, with other classes, coachings, solo opportunities, and workshops. Apply before April 30, 2006 and save $25.00, application deadline is May 31, 2006 space is limited. For more information and applications go to http://www.midwestharpfestival.com

July Holiday: July 23-30, 2006 ~ no lessons or classes

High School All-Region Orchestra Auditions (Region 18) - High school students may audition for the high school all-region orchestra on October 1, 2005. The region etudes are listed below, please pay careful attention to edition information and tempo markings. You must be entered for these auditions by your school’s orchestra or band director by September 17, 2005 - I can NOT enter you in these auditions. More information can be found at http://www.region18orch.org/

Salvi Publications, available from Melody’s Traditional Music , Vanderbilt Music , Lyon & Healy

Middle School All-Region Orchestra Auditions (Region 18) - Middle school students may audition for the middle school all-region orchestra on October 8, 2005. You may click here for a pdf file of middle school all region harp audition music or you can ask me for a copy. You must be entered for these auditions by your school’s orchestra or band director by September 24, 2005 - I can NOT enter you in these auditions. More information can be found at http://www.region18orch.org/

All-State Orchestra Auditions - Information about the music for the All-State Orchestra auditions can be found by clicking here. To qualify to audition for All-State, high school harp students must have won a spot in the all region orchestra. PDF files of the orchestral excerpts can be downloaded from the TMEA site, but the etudes must be purchased on your own - please pay careful attention to edition information and tempo markings. All interested High School students should contact me immediately, and may also obtain etude and excerpt information directly from me. You must be entered for these auditions by your school’s orchestra or band director - I can NOT enter you in these auditions.

20th Annual Pearl Amster Youth Concerto Competition - Open to all instrumental students 18 years of age or younger who live within a 100 mile radius of the Capital in Austin. Winners receive an opportunity to perform with the Austin Civic Orchestra and Scholarship assistance. Applications and pre-screening recordings are due on or before November 8, 2005. Live Auditions will be January 15, 2006 at the UT School of Music. Concert performance will be April 1, 2006 at 7:30pm at Bethany Lutheran Church 3701 West Slaughter Lane. Rules and Applications available online at www.austincivicorchestra.org or please email Pat Surguy dsurguy@austin.rr.com for more information. Sponsored by the Austin Civic Orchestra.

Music Education Auditions and Evaluations (hosted by the Austin Chapter of the American Harp Society

Deadline for Entry: Monday February 20, 2006. The MEA&E is a two-part program for beginning and intermediate harp students of all ages sponsored by the American Harp Society. It consists of two auditions held approximately one month apart, where students play 2-3 solos of their choosing. Because this is a unique two-part program, the focus is especially on the improvement that can be made by participating on both days. Session One: Sunday March 5, 2006 from 2-5pm - Session Two: Saturday May 6, 2006 from 9am-noon. Applications and Information can be downloaded here.

Deadline for Entry: Thursday, January 5, 2006. Competition on: February 4, 2006 at Lanier High School. UIL Music Region 18 includes Austin, Bastrop, Pflugerville, Round Rock, Eanes and other local IDS - click here for a complete listing ISDs by UIL music region. You must choose your piece or pieces from the UIL Prescribed Music List (see me or your band/orchestra director for a copy of the list). You must be entered for this contest by your school’s orchestra or band director - I can NOT enter you in this competition.

Deadline for Entry: April 1, 2006. Contest Dates: Saturday, May 27 & Monday, May 29, 2006 at UT Austin, Texas State, and Connally HS. Entry Fees: Solo - $15.00 per contestant, Ensemble - $7.50 per contestant (entry fees may or may not be paid for by the school orchestra budget). To qualify you must have participated in the Region 18 Solo & Ensemble competition, and received a First Division rating on a memorized piece from the PML Category/Grade One list. You must be entered for this contest by your school’s orchestra or band director - I can NOT enter you in this competition.