The NC Harp Ensemble brings the scintillating sounds of six harps to venues throughout the state this holiday season! “Sounds of Angels” features music from the classical canon (such as Braga’s Angel’s Serenade), beloved folk songs (like Ralph Vaughan Williams’ Fantasia on Greensleeves), and Christmas carols (including O Holy Night and Deck the Halls). The concert features professional and student harpists from across the state. Learn more: www.ncharpensemble.org

NC Harp Ensemble / “Sounds of Angels” Tour 2025

12/7 - Pittsboro, NC - 4pm @ Galloway Ridge, Hugh Chapin Auditorium, Free, no ticket required

12/14 - Southern Pines, NC - 2pm, NCHE & Friends @ Emmanual Episcopal Church, hosted by the Weymouth Center for Arts & Humanities, Purchase Tickets here >>

12/20 - Advance, NC - 4pm @ Mocks Church, Free, no ticket required

12/21 - Greensboro, NC - 2pm @ Well-Spring, Virginia Somerville Sutton Theatre, Free, no ticket required

A fairytale fantasy comes to life in Massenet’s Cinderella. With enchanting melodies, sparkling orchestration, and a touch of magical mischief, this heartwarming opera puts a charming spin on the classic tale. When a lost slipper sets destiny in motion, Cinderella’s journey from rags to romance unfolds in the most whimsical, wonder-filled way.

• Friday, October 17, 2025 at 7:30PM
  Sunday, October 19, 2025 at 2:00PM

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• Location: Raleigh Memorial Auditorium

  Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

“Nurturing the Artist within the Harpist". The 2025 American Harp Academy with Guest Artist Elizabeth Hainen is for harpists that want to be immersed in their music, surrounded by a community of artists that nurture creativity and artistic excellence. Enjoy 1-week of intensive solo and chamber music study with world-class performers and dedicated teachers. All skill levels welcome, ages 12 to adult. Held on the beautiful campus of the University of North Carolina School of the Arts in Winston-Salem, NC.

Artist Faculty

Jacquelyn Bartlett

Grace Ludtke

Guest Artist

Elizabeth Hainan of the Philadelphia Orchestra