California State University At Los angeles: Harp Studies

Cal State LA is ranked number one in the nation for the upward mobility of its students. Founded in 1947, Cal State LA is the premier public comprehensive university in the heart of Los Angeles and provides transformative educational experiences through outstanding academic programs and renowned professors and researchers. The university serves more than 28,000 students and more than 247,000 distinguished alumni who reflect the diversity of Los Angeles. The university is dedicated to the mission of engagement, service, and the public good.

In the CSULA Department of Music you can work, play and explore the great cultural elements that make life in the city of Los Angeles so vibrant and cutting edge. Join our internationally-recognized faculty who will expose you to the musical arts, past and present, that shape and contextualize our lives. You will study with fellow students who challenge you in an environment designed to sustain your creativity and talent.

• Develop your skills through orchestra, wind symphony, mariachi, and commercial music ensembles
• Strengthen your leadership style as a musician through chamber music, harp ensemble, and class-guided community outreach
• Hone your craft as a classical harpist through applied lessons, regular studio class, as well as masterclasses with internationally-recognized guest harpists
• Improve your performance through opportunities to play on and off campus in solo and group capacities
• Broaden your musical knowledge by taking courses on women in music, music in world culture, roots of rock, career planning, composition, and more. Harp majors are also eligible for the Creativity In Music minor which explores arranging, recording arts, and more.
• Create connections with a community of friendly, supportive harpists who share your love of the instrument

For more information (including audition schedules),visit the CSULA Music Department website.