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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Acadamh na gCláirseach–Academy of Early Irish Harp Online courses starting 3 October irishharp.org/news/online-... Enrollment is OPEN

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Another Heritage week event that might be of interest: The Jackson Harp: Craft, Commerce and Conflict in Nineteenth-Century Dublin Wednesday 19 August, 6pm Oak Room, Mansion House Dawson Street, Dublin 2 D02 AF30 www.heritageweek.ie/event-listin...

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

A Heritage Week event this Sun in Dublin that may be of interest to our community: The Harp in Nineteenth-Century Ireland: Heritage, Instruments and Music National Museum - Collins Barracks, Sunday 16 Aug, 2.30pm Event presented by National Museum and TU Dublin www.heritageweek.ie/event-listin...

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

Thank you for coming out and sharing. Glad you had a great time :)

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

Join us ONLINE Sunday, 26 July, 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. Irish time for our friendly Harpers' Gathering community social time, hosted by HHSI volunteer, Barbara Karlik. Visit irishharp.org/news/july-20... for more information and to sign up for this FREE event.

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Day 3 of Discovery Days Join us again at Kilkenny Castle for a Concert at 8 PM in the Parade Tower. Tickets will be available at the door. For more information please visit irishharp.org/discovery-days #hhsidiscoverydays2026

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

HHSI's Discovery Days Day 2 Activities 1 Illustrated Talk, 2 Workshops, & 1 Concert. You are invited to join us for the today's events at Rothe House in Kilkenny. For more information visit irishharp.org/discovery-days @artscouncil_ie #ArtsCouncilSupported #hhsidiscoverydays2026

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

It's a beautiful warm (27 C) day in Kilkenny Ireland and a great start to Discovery Days 2026. Signs are out, Harps are in place and rehearsals are underway for tonight's concert in the Parade Tower at Kilkenny Castle. Tickets will be available at the door (while supplies last)

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Discovery Days start on Wednesday in Kilkenny, Ireland You are invited to join us for the Concerts, Talks, and Workshops Visit our website for more information and to sign up/buy tickets irishharp.org/discovery-days

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

HHSI Summer Discovery Days: Listen, Learn, Have a Go! — CONCERT: Grá agus Caoine: Loves and Laments FRIDAY, 10 July 8:00 PM; Kilkenny Castle Leading local and national performers present soulful Irish music for voice, harp and/or pipes. 🎟️ €18 / €12 (student/unwaged) irishharp.org/discovery-days

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

HHSI Summer Discovery Days: Listen, Learn, Have a Go! FREE Early-Irish-Harp Beginners' Workshop (Limited Space) THURSDAY, 9 July 2:15–3:15 PM with Eibhlís Ní Ríordáin Sign up and get more info here: irishharp.org/discovery-days #ArtsIreland #ArtsCouncilSupported #hhsidiscoverydays2026

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Festival Le Arpe in Villa, Italy 7–12 July 2026 We have been asked to spread the word about this course given by, among others, Mara Galassi and Heidrun Rosenzweig, two of Europe’s most prominent historical harpists. It is a rare opportunity to discover historical harp music.

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

HHSI Summer Discovery Days: Listen, Learn, Have a Go! — FREE Lecture: 900 Years of Irish Harping THURSDAY, 9 July 1:30–2:00 p.m. Rothe House with Simon Chadwick irishharp.org/discovery-days Tickets: FREE ADMISSION

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 21/06/2026

HHSI Summer Discovery Days: Listen, Learn, Have a Go! — CONCERT: The King's Irish Harper WEDNESDAY, 8 July 8:00 p.m. The Irish Consort irishharp.org/discovery-days Location: Kilkenny Castle Tickets: €18 / €12 (student/unwaged)

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

The sound of Ireland's ancient brass-wire harp returns. The Historical Harp Society’s "Discovery Days" comes to Kilkenny July 8–10 with world-premiere concerts, workshops, and illustrated talks Tickets & free events: irishharp.org/discovery-days #hhsidiscoverydays2026

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

Eibhlís Ní Ríordáin, closes our first day of Spring Acadamh na gCláirseach--Academy of Early Irish Harp helping students learn the words to 'Pádraig Sáirséal' the first of two tunes in the The Year 1691: Music for a Jacobite hero course.

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

Dr. Tamzin Elliott kicked off the second class of Spring Acadamh na gCláirseach--Academy of Early Irish Harp starting our learning on 'Tabhair Dom do Lámh (Da mihi manum)' as part of our Going to the Source: A fresh look at iconic Irish-harp compositions course.

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

Class is in session. Dr. Karen Loomis started off the Spring Acadamh na gCláirseach--Academy of Early Irish Harp earlier today.

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

Classes start Saturday, Early Bird discount ends later today. We look forward to you joining us!!! irishharp.org/acadamh

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

Our sister organization, in the United States, is offering an ONLINE event 'Unlocking the Gaelic Idiom' with Ann Heymann Saturday, May 23, 10 AM Pacific Time $30 (members) | $40 (non-members) For more information, please send inquiries to president@historicalharpsociety.org @thehhs.bsky.social

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Spring Acadamh na gCláirseach--Academy of Early Irish Harp tutor spotlight: Dr Tamzin Elliott irishharp.org/acadamh/tuto...

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

April 2026 Harpers' Gathering Join us ONLINE Sunday, 19 April, 4–6 p.m. Irish time for our Harpers' Gathering Harpers' Gathering host, Barbara Karlik All kinds of harps welcome! irishharp.org/news/april-2...

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 12/04/2026

Spring 2025 Acadamh na gCláirseach--Academy of Early Irish Harp Tutor spotlight. Dr. Karen Loomis irishharp.org/acadamh/tuto... Teaching: Cerdd dant: Music of the medieval Welsh harpers irishharp.org/acadamh/prog... Early Bird pricing available until April 28

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 12/04/2026

Spring Acadamh na gCláirseach--Academy of Early Irish Harp course spotlight: Cerdd dant: Music of the medieval Welsh harpers irishharp.org/acadamh/prog...

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

Spring Acadamh na gCláirseach--Academy of Early Irish Harp course spotlight: Going to the Source: A fresh look at iconic Irish-harp compositions irishharp.org/acadamh/prog...

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

Spring Acadamh na gCláirseach--Academy of Early Irish Harp course spotlight: Cerdd dant: Music of the medieval Welsh harpers irishharp.org/acadamh/prog...

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

It's spring and that means a new semester of Acadamh na gCláirseach--Academy of Early Irish Harp. Course and further information is now live at irishharp.org/acadamh

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

Birdie gossip alert! 🐦 Winter Acadamh na gCláirseach course announcement coming soon! 🎉 Keep those eyes peeled on your inbox, irishharp.org/acadamh, or our socials for the scoop! 😉 #acadamhwinter2026

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 31/12/2025

Happy New Year! 🎊 As we welcome the new year, we want to thank you for your continued support. Wishing you a healthy, successful, and prosperous year ahead!

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 24/12/2025

Wishing you a holiday season lit with joy, warmth, and sparkle🎄

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

Join us ONLINE Sunday, 21 December, 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. Irish time for our friendly Winter Solstice Harpers' Gathering community social time, hosted by HHSI volunteer, Barbara Karlik. Follow this link to register for this FREE event: irishharp.org/news/decembe...

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

'Seiriol Clarsach' for sale Unique instrument commissioned from master luthier, William MacDonald, on the Isle of Skye in 2014 22-string harp by William MacDonald Inspired by the Queen Mary harp; beautifully decorated; 22 strings. For more info see our blog post irishharp.org/news/seiriol...

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 19/10/2025

Later today, 4-6 PM Ireland time, come join us for HHSI's October Harpers' Gathering. This is a free social event open to everyone. irishharp.org/news/october... Following will be our monthly YT video premier. It will be HHSI's compilation video for this year's Harp Day. youtu.be/Qy5sJvaZU9k

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland 2025 Harpers' Call Compilation

YouTube video by Historical Harp Society of Ireland

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 19/10/2025

Ireland’s new Renaissance consort - The Earls of Ormond - in concert on Harp Day. Thanks to Harp Ireland for their sponsorship of the HHSI’s Discovery Day events for Harp Day in association with East Cork Early Music Festival 2025.

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 19/10/2025

HHSI Director Dr. Siobhán Armstrong warming up before the Harp Day concert, with Ireland’s new Renaissance consort - The Earls of Ormond at Doneraile Court, Doneraile estate, Doneraile, Co. Cork. In association with The East Cork Early Music Festival #lánacruite #harpday2025

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 18/10/2025

HHSI Tutor Eibhlís Ní Ríordáin teaches the early Irish harp to new players at Doneraile Court, Doneraile estate, Doneraile, Co. Cork, as part of HHSI's Discovery Day event line up. In conjunction with the East Cork Early Music Festival and National Harp Day 2025. #lánacruite #harpday2025

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 18/10/2025

A great turn out for our illustrated lecture as part of HHSI's Discovery Day in conjunction with East Cork Early Music Festival & Harp Ireland's Harp Day 2025 #lánacruite #harpday2025

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 18/10/2025

HHSI tutor, Eibhlís Ní Ríordáin, shows off her copy of the 18th-century Hollybrook harp, built for her by master Cork luthier, Kevin Harrington. #lánacruite #harpday2025

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 18/10/2025

All set, at one of Ireland's great stately homes, for Lá na Cruite I Harp Day! Coming up today: an illustrated talk, a Beginners' workshop, and a concert of Renaissance music this evening - including early Irish harp - by the Earls of Ormond, Ireland's new Renaissance ensemble.

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

An event from our friends at Harp Ireland this Saturday (tomorrow) in Limerick A night of artistry, history, and breath-taking music awaits. 🎶 Join us on Saturday 27th September at 7:30pm for an unforgettable evening with Maria Christina Cleary and Tara Viscardi. www.eventbrite.ie/e/celebratin...

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

EARLY-BIRD DISCOUNT: enroll now for €99 per course and save 24% off the full price of €130. Offer ends 1 October, 2025 Affordable online harp classes tutored by international experts Post-beginner to professional level. All harps welcome irishharp.org/acadamh

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 21/09/2025

After most Harpers' Gatherings we do a YouTube premier of a past performance. This months is from the 2023 Festival Gala — 'Bonny Portmore' and 'Madam Kiel' — Eibhlís Ní Ríordáin (voice and harp) youtu.be/jhG7Fi9o5iU

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2023 Festival Gala — 'Bonny Portmore' and 'Madam Kiel' — Eibhlís Ní Ríordáin (voice and harp)

YouTube video by Historical Harp Society of Ireland

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 21/09/2025

Reminder that the Harpers' Gathering is today 4-6 PM Irish time. irishharp.org/news/septemb...

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- The Historical Harp Society of Ireland

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 20/09/2025

Acadamh na gCláirseach--Academy of Early Irish Harp start up again for the Autumn session on October 11th. **Note early bird discounts available until Oct 1st** For more information and to sign up: irishharp.org/news/online-...

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 20/09/2025

Tomorrow is our next online social event the Harpers’ Gathering. Come join us for 1 hour if social time and the second hour will be an guest chat with historical harpist Heidi Rosenzweig For more information and to sign up for this free HHSI event irishharp.org/news/septemb...

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

Our sister organzation the Historical Harp Society @thehhs.bsky.social has a workshop coming up with Bill Taylor (Scoil and Acadamh alumni tutor). For more information send an email to: president@historicalharpsociety.org

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 10/05/2025

irishharp.org/news/may-202... Next Sunday is our FREE social event online, the Harpers’ Gathering Please join us 4-6 PM Irish Time.

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 06/05/2025

While our Acadamh na gCláirseach--Academy of Early Irish Harp classes have started, you can still sign up for our standalone workshops right up to the day of the workshop. Only 25€ per workshop irishharp.org/acadamh

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Historical Harp Society of Ireland @hhsofireland.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

The next Harpers' Gathering (our monthly social event) will be May 18th. Please mark your calendars. Details TBA

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