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Thursday, July 30
 

07:00 EDT

In Stillness, Part II: The Spaces in Between
Thursday July 30, 2026 07:00 - 08:15 EDT
Birchwood Ballroom
Exploring and Experiencing Contemplative Music - creating immersive experiences that invite stillness, deeper awareness and reflection through mindful programming and intentional listening practices.


Session 2 - Inspirations, improvisation and repertoire suggestions; preparing yourself; embracing this genre for self-practice. Experience the journey inward as Kimberly performs “The Spaces in Between” (electric harp).

Presenters
avatar for Merynda Adams

Merynda Adams

Merynda Adams, praised for her color and facility by the Star-Ledger and called "the highlight of the night" by The New York Times, has performed across the U.S., Europe, and Canada, including off-Broadway in The Fantasticks. Her teachers include Kathleen Bride, Erika Waardenburg, Gloria Agostini, and Elisabeth Fontan-Binoche. Merynda is founder of Chamber Music for Charity, teaches at Drew University, and has led workshops at the Frost School of Music, Royal Northern College of Music, and the Cap-Ferret Musi... Read More →
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Kimberly Snaufer Derosa

Kimberly Snaufer DeRosa, known for her “stunningly beautiful” expression, has performed across North America, in the UK, and in Australia. Her career as performer and educator includes traditional and innovative collaborations, reflective sound immersions, founding/directing the... Read More →
Thursday July 30, 2026 07:00 - 08:15 EDT
Birchwood Ballroom
  Participatory Workshop, Healh & Wellness

09:30 EDT

When the Harp Dances: Iconic works transcribed for Harp 🍁
Thursday July 30, 2026 09:30 - 10:30 EDT
Birchwood Ballroom
The Firebird for Solo Harp (Ben Albertson): An arrangement performance of Stravinsky's 1919 Firebird Suite for Solo Harp 

When the Saint Marches (Lenka Petrović): Featuring solo harp transcriptions of piano compositions by Mozart, Ravel, and Kodály, the common thread in this program is dance.
Presenters
avatar for Ben Albertson

Ben Albertson

Ben Albertson is an accomplished harpist with over eighteen years of performance experience across the United States, Canada, and Europe. Ben is in his third season as the principal harpist of the Tucson Symphony Orchestra; he was appointed adjunct professor of harp at the University... Read More →
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Lenka Petrović

Serbian harpist Lenka Petrović is the first prize winner of the 20th International Harp Contest in Israel and also won the Bronze Medal at the 10th USA International Harp Competition in Bloomington. Lenka is principal harpist of the Concerto Budapest Symphony Orchestra and has been... Read More →
Thursday July 30, 2026 09:30 - 10:30 EDT
Birchwood Ballroom
  Performance, Solo Harp

11:30 EDT

Kevin Le Pennec
Thursday July 30, 2026 11:30 - 12:20 EDT
Birchwood Ballroom
Coming Out is a vibrant set of original songs for harp and voice, where trad influences emerge in
different ways — through rhythms, melodies, or the lyrics themselves.
Drawn from Kevin Le Pennec’s new 2026 album Coming Out, the program blends these roots with
contemporary and pop-infused colours to explore queer, feminist and humanist themes with poetic
writing, a rhythmic, expressive harp, and a clear, compelling vocal presence.
Moving between driving grooves, quiet intimacy and luminous energy, this performance creates a
space where identity, freedom and modern folk sensibilities meet. A vibrant, intimate and deeply human program.
Presenters
avatar for Kevin Le Pennec

Kevin Le Pennec

Kevin Le Pennec, trained as a traditional musician in Brittany, France, is a harpist, singer and composer recognised for his expressive, rhythm-driven lever harp style and his clear, compelling voice. Active as both a soloist and ensemble musician, he has performed widely across Europe... Read More →
Thursday July 30, 2026 11:30 - 12:20 EDT
Birchwood Ballroom
  Performance, Solo Harp

14:00 EDT

Symphonic Journeys: Morphose Trio
Thursday July 30, 2026 14:00 - 14:30 EDT
Birchwood Ballroom
Symphonic Tales (Morphose Trio): An enchanting programme that brings timeless stories to life through arrangements for saxophone, viola, and harp of some of the most beloved orchestral pieces.
Presenters
avatar for Judith Soumillion

Judith Soumillion

Judith Soumillion holds the Bachelor of Music degree from the LUCA School of Arts, Belgium, the Master of Music degree from the Conservatorium Maastricht, the Netherlands, with further studies at the Norwegian Academy of Music, Norway. She won the Henriette Hustinx Prize in 2018 with... Read More →
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Cédric Delvaux

Saxophone, Morphose Trio
Cédric Delvaux is a versatile Belgian saxophonist, active as a soloist, orchestral and chamber musician. Driven by innovation, he explores the boundaries of his instrument by performing in ensembles with unconventional formations and collaborating with composers and other art forms... Read More →
avatar for Xavier Timmermans

Xavier Timmermans

Viola, Morphose Trio
Xavier Timmermans is a Belgian violist with a wide-ranging artistic profile. Curious and open-minded, he enjoys expanding his repertoire and exploring new ways of sharing music with audiences. His performances span a broad spectrum of styles, from Baroque and Classical to Romantic... Read More →
Ensembles
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Morphose Trio

Morphose Trio is a unique Belgian chamber music ensemble with an exceptional combination of instruments: saxophone, viola, and harp. Their mission is to go beyond the well-trodden paths of the classical music landscape. The trio creates new music in collaboration with composers and... Read More →
Thursday July 30, 2026 14:00 - 14:30 EDT
Birchwood Ballroom
  Performance, Chamber Music

15:15 EDT

Two by Two: Harp Duos Chiaroscuro & Arc de Temps
Thursday July 30, 2026 15:15 - 16:15 EDT
Birchwood Ballroom

Chiaroscuro: A Dialogue of Contrasts. Exploring contrast through Schubert’s lyrical Romanticism and the vibrant rhythms of contemporary music, blending tradition and innovation in expressive synergy.

Harpduo Arc du temps:  Erik Groenestein-Hendriks & Viktor Hartobanu. César Franck's mind crossed borders from Baroque to Belle Époque, from organ to orchestra. This program transfers his search for beauty onto two harps.
Presenters
avatar for Isabella Cambini

Isabella Cambini

Isabella Cambini began her harp studies with Simona Marchesi. Isabella is the recipient of multiple awards in International competitions and a scholarship recipient from the Bracco and Brusoni foundations, providing performance opportunities on an international stage.
Isabelle graduated from the Civic School of Music Claudio Abbado in Milan, under the guidance of Irina Zingg. Isabelle is currently performing with the Oslo Philharmonic orchestra and the Oslo Opera while continuing her master’s degree at the Norwegian Academy of Music, Oslo... Read More →
avatar for Zoja Đorđević

Zoja Đorđević

Chiaroscuro Duo
Zoja Đorđević began playing the harp at the age of nine in her native Belgrade. She completed the Bachelor of Music degree in Music Performance at the Norwegian Academy of Music, studying with Professor Isabelle Perrin. Zoja has been deeply engaged in collaborative projects and... Read More →
avatar for Erik Groenestein-Hendriks

Erik Groenestein-Hendriks

Arc de temps
Erik Groenestein-Hendriks has been principal harpist of the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra since 2013 and was previously solo harpist of the Orquesta Filarmónica de Santiago (2007–2010). He has performed with renowned conductors including Haitink, Dudamel, Blomstedt, and Gardiner... Read More →
avatar for Viktor Hartobanu

Viktor Hartobanu

Viktor first studied the piano and harp with his mother, and completed his Master’s studies in harp with Florence Sitruk and Jana Boušková. Viktor was a member of the Orchestra Academy of the Staatskapelle Berlin. He began teaching in 2017 as harp professor at the Stella Vorarlberg... Read More →
Ensembles
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Arc de Temps

Arc de Temps is a harp duo born from a shared passion for historical harps. Viktor Hartobanu & Erik Groenestein-Hendriks met during a Ring project with their Erard instruments. Their Toronto program explores César Franck's boundless musical mind—bridging Baroque grace and Belle... Read More →
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Chiaroscuro Duo

Chiaroscuro is a harp duo formed in 2022 by Isabella Cambini and Zoja Đorđević at the Norwegian Academy of Music. Their playing spans from classical to contemporary repertoire, with a shared musical sensitivity and a strong chamber connection. Mentored by Isabelle Perrin, they’ve... Read More →
Thursday July 30, 2026 15:15 - 16:15 EDT
Birchwood Ballroom
  Performance, Harp Duos

16:30 EDT

Resonating Within: Awakening the Psyche and Spirit Through the Harp
Thursday July 30, 2026 16:30 - 17:20 EDT
Birchwood Ballroom
Using the principles of Helen Bonny’s Guided Imagery in Music, this workshop explores how harpists can shape performance programs to deepen listening, enhance narrative flow, and connect to meaningful human experiences.
Presenters
avatar for Jeremy Chesman

Jeremy Chesman

Jeremy Chesman is Professor of Music at Missouri State University, where he teaches harp and maintains a small Suzuki pre-college studio. He studied with Lynne Aspnes and Alice Chalifoux and performs regularly with the Springfield Symphony and Ozarks Lyric Opera. Also a Speech-Language... Read More →
Thursday July 30, 2026 16:30 - 17:20 EDT
Birchwood Ballroom
  Lecture, Lecture Recital
 

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