Mission

Our mission is to promote cultural equity through access to harp education.

Vision

Lyra programs will continue to serve a diverse student audience. Committed to music education, Lyra helps students develop the cognitive, social and leadership skills that are fundamental to music, no matter what career path they choose. Through personal mentoring, students achieve their educational and career goals and express their creative voice. The Lyra experience empowers students by helping them discover their talents, build self-confidence, expand opportunities, and enrich their lives and the lives of those they touch.

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Why the Harp?

The harp’s unique and uncommon attributes inspire a student to sit a little straighter when they sit at a harp. Through art and literature, the heritage of the harp is reflected in our students as they play: their bearing and confidence match the elegance of the grand instrument. Creating an inclusive community that provides access to a seemingly inaccessible instrument, Lyra treats the mythical qualities of the harp as a commodity for our students: our students will always proudly identify themselves as Harpists. Our united harpist community opens their arms to the unique talents of our promising young musicians. Through our community of world-class musicians, mentors, and friends, our students develop the self-assurance to pursue their dreams in whatever they choose to do.

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Non-Discrimination Statement:

Lyra Society is also committed to a work environment free from sexual harassment. This policy against sexual harassment applies to all work-related activities, regardless of location, and also includes the misuse of The Lyra Society’s property, such as telephones and computers, for such improper purposes. All employees are expected to cooperate fully in ensuring that this policy of a workplace free from sexual harassment is implemented fully and if The Lyra Society determines that a violation of this policy has occurred, the Lyra Society will take appropriate disciplinary action against the offending party, including but not limited to counseling, warning, suspension, and termination.