The Cambrian Harp Festival 2026 will return this summer, bringing together some of the most talented harpists, composers, and music lovers from across Wales and beyond. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Cambrian landscape, the festival promises a vibrant programme of concerts, workshops, masterclasses, and community events celebrating the harp’s enduring place in Welsh culture.
The festival will transform Llanrhystud into a hub of musical creativity. Audiences will experience performances ranging from traditional Welsh harp music to contemporary compositions and cross-genre collaborations.
- The opening concert is at Llanrhystud Church Friday May 15 at 7pm
- Workshops are at Yr Efail, Llanrhystud from 10am until around 5 with a lunch break at 1
- Saturday concert is at Llanrhystud Memorial Hall
“The harp is at the heart of Welsh musical identity,” said Helen Naylor, festival director. “The Cambrian Harp Festival is about celebrating that heritage while inspiring the next generation of harpists and audiences.”
Highlights of the 2026 festival include:
- Headline evening concerts featuring leading harpists from Wales and around the world including Irish Harper Luke Webb, Elin Y Delyn and Cambrian Harp Ensemble and Llanrhystud Chorale.
- Hands-on workshops and masterclasses for players of all levels with Irish Harper Luke Webb, Karhryn Rees head of Harp at Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama and Elin Y Delyn.
- Discover The Harp encouraging new players to explore the harp with our musical director, course includes a personalised harp – made in Wales to take home and keep.
- Instrument exhibitions from renowned harp makers
- Collaborative performances blending harp with local community music making
Price: £50 Full Day 16th May two workshops or Workshop and Masterclass.
Email: cambrianharps@icloud.com
Facebook: cambrianharps
Tel: 
07456 483888
Location: Llanrhystud
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