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Auto Harp Workshop with John Hollandsworth

June 1, 2019 : 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

$65. – $75.

Auto Harp Workshop with John Hollandsworth
Saturday June 1st 2109
10:00am-3:00pm

The cost is $65.00 for early bird registration (through May 22nd) or $75.00 after. Lunch is provided by The Floyd Country Store and is included in the cost.

Join us on June 1st, 2019 from 10:00-3:00 for an intensive autoharp workshop with John Hollandsworth. Geared toward intermediate and advanced players, this workshop will take place at The Floyd Country Store.

Autoharpist John Hollandsworth is a native of Christiansburg, VA. He had his introduction to the autoharp through the playing of his Floyd County grandmother and uncles, and grew up playing informally with family and friends. His autoharp style incorporates both chromatic and diatonic techniques. John started performing with his wife Kathie in the 1980s as a duo, and they have also played in several band formats for concerts and dances. John was the first Mountain Laurel Autoharp Champion in 1991 and has been named Best All-Around Performer at the Galax Old Fiddlers Convention three times. He is an internationally acclaimed teacher and performer, and is the well-respected luthier of Blue Ridge Autoharps. John was inducted into the Autoharp Hall of Fame in 201

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Date:
June 1, 2019
Time:
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Cost:
$65. – $75.
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