Thanks to the generous sponsorship of Camac France, Isabelle Perrin's Summer Harp Workshop offers an exciting selection of events as it continues into its seventh consecutive year. A new feature of this year's workshop will be the opportunity to prepare and study standard concertos of the harp repertoire, with accompaniment provided by pianist Damien Luce, and with guided analysis and scholarly input by guest artist Lynne Aspnes.

Harp professor at the École Normale de Musique de Paris, Isabelle Perrin is world-renowned for her passionate dedication to instructing the upcoming generation of harpists. Students benefit from her vast professional experience as co-principal of the Orchestre National de France and international solo and chamber-music performer. Her expressive enthusiasm and attention to detail have inspired harpists the world over.

Traverse City, MI, home to the National Cherry Festival and the Traverse City Film Festival provides ample opportunity for enjoyment. Close to the Interlochen Center for the Arts and with many cultural venues of its own, the Traverse City area hosts a multitude of artistic events. The natural beauty of this region includes beaches on Lake Michigan, the Grand Traverse Bay and many inland lakes, as well as national parks (Sleeping Bear Dunes) with hiking, canoeing, and camping available. Quaint boutiques, cafés, and restaurants can be found in picturesque downtown Traverse City, situated at the foot of West Grand Traverse Bay.