Dungloe, Donegal

Adult Donegal Irish Harp Summer School

Immersive 18+ Irish harp course combining expert tuition, workshops, and concerts in beautiful Donegal.

Run by Janet Harbison HarpAges 18 and overResidentialFrom €1,550

Performing & Creative Arts Adventure & Outdoors Language Immersion

Dates and prices

6 Jun to 12 Jun 2027

6 nights · Residential

€1,550Check availability

11 Jul to 17 Jul 2027

6 nights · Residential

€1,550Check availability

About this camp

The Donegal Harp Summer School is a residential programme for harp players aged 18 and over, open to all abilities, including beginners to college level students.

Led by celebrated harpist Janet Harbison, the course focuses on developing musicianship, creativity, and confidence through immersive tuition, workshops, and practical sessions. Teaching is oral, allowing participants to learn traditional repertoire, arranging, and social playing in a supportive environment.

Set in Dungloe, Co. Donegal, participants enjoy accommodation in fully equipped cottages and engage with the vibrant local music community. Evenings feature concerts, lectures, and sessions, and a mid-week outing offers the chance to explore the stunning Donegal landscape, creating a unique combination of musical learning, cultural immersion, and social connection.

Expert tuition from celebrated harpist Janet Harbison
Oral teaching method for all abilities, including beginners
Small groups ensuring personalised attention
Evening concerts, workshops, and social sessions
Immersive cultural experience in scenic Dungloe, Co. Donegal

What the price covers

TuitionIncluded
Course materialsIncluded
AccommodationIncluded
BreakfastIncluded
LunchIncluded
DinnerCosts extra
ExcursionsCosts extra, €30
Airport transfersIncluded

All tuition and course materials
Breakfast, Lunches and arrival night dinner
Evening concerts, lectures, and sessions
6 nights’ residential accommodation in ensuite cottages
Rental harps during classes and practice periods

The essentials

English neededIntermediate English needed

Taught inEnglish

Staff to camper1 to 8

Who you'll be with

Staff also speakEnglish

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Academics

Intensive harp tuition for adults of all levels, focusing on oral teaching, traditional repertoire, arranging, musicianship, and ensemble playing, with workshops and guided practice sessions.

Supervision and safety

Background checksEnhanced DBS or local equivalent for all staff

PhonesPhones allowed freely

What you'll do

Music

On site

Music rooms
Wifi

Evening concerts, lectures, and social sessions with local musicians; mid-week outings to explore Donegal’s scenic landscapes; and opportunities to join community music events.

Accommodation and food

Residential participants stay 6 nights in twin or double ensuite cottages with breakfast supplies, fully equipped kitchens, and all-day teas and coffees; non-residential participants arrange their own accommodation.