Saguaro -
Old Pueblo Harpers in Arizona
SOPHIA is a touchstone of the Tucson harp community.
It is a community that highlights and expands upon the diverse artistry of all harpists, a nourishing environment to learn and grow, and a vehicle for community outreach with the greater Tucson area.
Spring Events
We're happy to announce the 2026 AHS A&E hosted by S.O.P.H.I.A. This educational program is a chance for students to perform & receive feedback from a harpist who isn't their regular teacher. A performer's worksheet aids students in the self-reflection process. Students will then have two weeks to improve their selections & perform a second time.
This year our adjudicator is Carla Fabris, Principal Harpist of the New Mexico Philharmonic & the Santa Fe Symphony.
This two-part event takes place:
Saturday, February 7th, 2026, 10AM-12PM at Tucson Symphony Center
AND
Saturday, February 21st, 2026, 10AM-12PM at U of A School of Music, Room 232
Students and their teacher must be members of S.O.P.H.I.A. and teachers must be members of AHS. Students may select one or two pieces to perform, up to ten minutes of music. It's strongly recommended that music be memorized. Students who participate in both days & complete the performer's worksheet will receive a certificate from AHS.
Register for the event here and reserve your spot! After signing up, you will be directed to pay a $10 registration fee. You can also pay with cash or check on the first day. Space is limited.
S.O.P.H.I.A.
American Harp Society Auditions & Evaluations
St. Paddy’s Day Harp Circle and Potluck
with Mary Bouley
March 7th 11am-1pm
RSVP to Mary Bouley with your potluck dish!
Harpists and Harpers - Do you have an event coming up?
Member News
We want to hear from you! Keep us updated on your events, workshops, and performances no matter how large or small. We will include them in the monthly newsletter so our members can enjoy and support all the different types of harping happening in Tucson! Submit your news by the first week of the month for inclusion in the next newsletter.
SOPHIA is a joint organization of the Tucson chapters of the American Harp Society - The Saguaro Chapter - and the International Society of Folk Harpers and Craftsmen - The Old Pueblo Harpers.