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Gerhard Wanney's Celtic Harps Thetis Island, BC Gerharps.com |
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| Learn more about "Celtic" / "Folk" Harps | |
 The terms "Celtic" and "Folk" harp basically refer to the same kind of harp, where strings are sharpened with hand levers. Orchestra "Pedal" harps use foot pedals, and are bigger and much more expensive. (Note - the smaller Lap harp is designed as a portable instrument for harpists. It is more difficult to play and is not recommended for beginners.) ------------------------------ Pictish harp, Scotland in Roman times (right), and a smaller Scottish lap harp 1170 (below) See Robert Ruadh of the Isles |
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Reference--- The Musical Range of harps History --- Robert Ruadh of the Isles - good text and pictures --- Historic Harps - good pictures CDs, Instruction books, etc. --- Sylvia Woods Harp Center - lots of material for sale Sample Music you can hear on your computer --- Clarsach.net Other good sites --- Celticharper.com - lots of good material |