Mesa Public Schools Music Education
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The harp is an ancient instrument first appearing as early as 2500 B.C. and evolving by 1810 A. D. to a form similar to the instrument now known as the concert harp. The harp has taken its' place in orchestral and band literature since the end of the last century. The ethereal sound of the harp adds a special and unique color to many orchestra and band pieces. In most high schools in America students have not heard the harp in its orchestral context. Even less have had the opportunity to actually study and learn to perform on it. There are few opportunities for students to study harp because of the enormous expense of the instrument and the comparatively few numbers of teachers and programs of study. Mesa Public Schools is one of the leaders in making harp available to qualified music students and adding this magnificent instrument to its high school bands and orchestras. Mesa Public Schools has consistently placed two to four harp students each year in the High School All -State Orchestra and Band. |