Lara Harjes
Chamber Group 8
Violin
Palmerston North
I am 15 years old. I learn violin from Marise Mcniel, and have been with her for 5 years now. I have played violin for 11 years. I started violin at 4 years old in America, doing Suzuki. I spent one year in Germany with a different teacher, then came to New Zealand. This year, I have completed my Trinity grade 8 exam, and my chamber music group won the junior category in the Manawatu Chamber music competition. I have also had success in the Manawatu Performing Arts competitions and IRMT competitions. I play in the Manawatu Youth Orchestra, and in my school orchestra. This is my first time in the Young Artist programme, so I am very excited to participate this year.
