Calendar
Welcome to our calendar! Here you will find events of harp interest throughout the Pacific Northwest. (As submissions come from so many different sources, the Puget Sound Folk Harp Society cannot guarantee the accuracy of every detail; please check with the contact person when listed if you have questions or concerns about the event.) If you would like your harp event to be listed here, please contact info@reigningharps.com for submission guidelines.
MARCH 2026
Mar 7 Seattle WA. Laura Zaerr presents two harp workshops at Dusty Strings, 3406 Fremont Ave N. Max Enrollment 16. Registration & Refund Deadline March 4.
– “Basics of Beauty and Fire”, 11 am – 1 pm: This is a techniques workshop appropriate for all levels. First, we will work on exercises for finger dexterity, independence, and strength. Next, we will work on playing speedy effortless arpeggios. We will learn about “rhythms” as a technique to build up speed and even tone using a series of seventh chord arpeggios that could be used as filler or stand-alone piece as a sort of improvisation. Skills Needed: You don’t have to have previous experience with the harp, but a few lessons ahead of time and some basic music reading skills might be useful. The workshop will progress according to the needs of the participants. $60. For more info or to register see Mar 7: Basics of Beauty and Fire with Laura Zaerr – Dusty Strings .
– “The Anatomy of an Arrangement”, 2 pm – 4 pm: We will look closely at two well-known Gaelic tunes, Chro Chinn t’Sàile and Chi Mi Na Mór-bheanna. We start by playing with the breath of the Gaelic text, then playing the melody only, and then gradually work into some arranging devices to enhance the pathos of these ancient airs. You will learn a new set of tricks for arranging and a renewed appreciation for the apparent simplicity of these haunting melodies. Skills Needed: All levels welcome. You don’t have to have previous experience with the harp, but a few lessons ahead of time and some basic music reading skills might be useful. This is a “jump-in-at-whatever-level-you-feel-comfortable-with” hands on workshop. We will move quickly and cover several techniques which could be engaged with simply or more in-depth. $60. For more info or to register see Mar 7: The Anatomy of an Arrangement with Laura Zaerr – Dusty Strings .
Mar 8 West Seattle WA. Kenyon Hall Presents Magical Strings in concert, Sunday, March 8th 2026. Doors open 2 pm / Show begins 2:30 pm. All Ages. $25 General / $20 Senior/Student. For more info or for tickets see https://www.kenyonhall.org/events/magicalstrings. (Remember Daylight Savings Time starts today!)
Mar 12 Shoreline WA. The Eastside Harp Circle will meet on Thursday, March 12 at the North Seattle Friends Church in Shoreline. Doors open at 10:30 am for setup and tuning, and the circle, with Zoom, will begin at 11:00 am. We’ll break midway for tea and treats, then resume play until 2:00 pm. This month we will spend our circle time rehearsing for our Irish Heritage Harp Program to be held at the Highline Heritage Museum on March 21 at 2:00 pm. In this program we share narration, solos, and ensemble pieces that tell the story of harps in Ireland alongside Irish history. For more information contact Anna Jenkins – peaceharp@hotmail.com.
Mar 12 On-line. Harp Teachers’ Gathering, Hosted by Kimberly Snaufer DeRosa and Therese Honey, and sponsored by Melody’s Traditional Music, 2nd Thursday of each month at 3 pm /1 pm Pacific. For the March 12 Harp Teachers’ Gathering, enjoy an open discussion with contributions from anyone who would like to share. Bring your ideas — or simply listen in — on the following topics: Apps; Repertoire for Adult Students; How to Map Out a Lesson. And just for fun: if you’d like, you’re welcome to share a favorite teaching tip (about 3 minutes or less). Completely optional! Register for the March gathering HERE .
Mar 14 Seattle WA. Margot Krimmel presents a harp workshop at Dusty Strings, 3406 Fremont Ave N. Max Enrollment 16. Registration & Refund Deadline March 11.
– “Improvisation – A Fresh Approach”, 11 am – 1 pm: Get out of your rut! Come and explore the world of making up music using games and prompts. We will focus on flow, curiosity, devotion to the music, and relationship to other musicians, our harps, and ourselves. Skills Needed: All levels welcome. $60. For more info or to register see Mar 14: Improvisation – A Fresh Approach with Margot Krimmel – Dusty Strings .
Mar 14 Seattle WA. Margot Krimmel Concert and Harp Tasting at Dusty Strings Interbay, 7-9 pm, see Invitation in Announcements. Must RSVP, limited seating.
Mar 15 Mountlake Terrace WA. Third Sunday Harp Circle meets at the Mountlake Terrace Library from 2:00-4:30 pm. This month we’re in the large meeting room, and with St. Patrick’s Day coming up, bring your favorite Irish tune! All styles, levels. and ages of harp players are welcome. Solo playing is encouraged but never required. Contact Diane for more info at mdianem@seanet.com.
Mar 15 Snohomish WA. Tim Noah’s Thumbnail Theater presents Magical Strings in concert, Sunday, March 15 2026. 4:00 pm at 1211 4th St, Snohomish WA 98290. Tickets $25 plus process fee: https://ticketpeak.co/tntt/events.
Mar 20 Bandon OR. Aryeh Frankfurter and Lisa Lynn, harps and more, Free Concert at the Public Library: https://bandonevents.org/event/lisa-lynne-aryeh-frankfurter-in-concert-2026/
Mar 21 Brookings OR. Aryeh Frankfurter and Lisa Lynn, harps and more, Chetco Public Library Concert: https://chetco.librarycalendar.com/event/celtic-harps-rare-instruments-wondrous-stories-16993
Mar 21 Burien WA. The Eastside Harp Circle Ensemble will present their “Irish Heritage Harp Program” once again at the Highline Heritage Museum in Burien at 2:00 pm. This concert weaves together Irish history and the story of the Celtic harp through song, poetry, narration, and harp ensemble music. Get your green on and join us!
Mar 21 Portland OR. Meeting Third Saturdays: Harps at Artichoke, 2007 SE Powell Blvd., Portland OR. 12-1:30 pm. Play-along tune book on site, solos most welcome. Come enjoy harp company in Artichoke’s cozy cafe, a fabulous community music making space, led by established harpist Tracey Rose Brown. $5-10 facility fees. For more info or to confirm date and time contact Tracey at Tbharpsong@gmail.com.
Mar 22 Florence OR. Aryeh Frankfurter and Lisa Lynn, harps and more, Public Library Concert: https://www.siuslawlibrary.info/
Mar 27 Vancouver WA. Vancouver WA/Portland OR area harp circle meets the fourth Friday of every month at Cascade Park Community Library, 600 NE 136th Ave in Vancouver WA. Group tunes, individual tunes and/or songs, creative expression, and a great time! Welcome to all ability levels, from 10 am-12 pm Pacific Time. For more info and to confirm date and time, contact Donita at donita_andrews@yahoo.com.
Mar 28 Olympia WA. The Olympia area harp circle will meet March 28 from 1-3 pm at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 3800 Henderson Blvd SE, Olympia. The church is near Olympia High School. Park on the east (rear) side of the building. You’ll see a shallow flight of stairs leading up to the building. You can go through the double doors straight ahead, turn left, and go into the first large room you see. Or, a door on the left that leads directly into that room will be open. For more information, to RSVP for the circle, or to be added to the mailing list, contact Dan at dan.bolton24@gmail.com.
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