Clive Morley Harps

Christina 25 Therapy Harp

Paula Tait — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 13:12:30 +0000

Morley Harps now stock the Christina 25 Therapy Harp by Triplett Harps.

The Christina 25 was designed in discussion with the Director of the International Harp Therapy Program to benefit both the player and listener.

It is small and lightweight and the player’s comfort is assured with the included knee bar to aid balance while playing seated. It is also possible to fit optional attachments for a shoulder strap so the harp can be played standing.

The tone is light and gentle, which is believed by Christina Tourin, director of the International Harp Therapy Program, to be the most therapeutic sound for the listener.

We currently have models in a Cherry finish in stock. Other finishes may be ordered.

For more details and images see the Christina 25 on our online shop.

See You at the Edinburgh Harp Festival

Paula Tait — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 21:13:04 +0000

Friday 30th March – Wednesday 4th April 2012
Merchiston Castle School, Edinburgh

Masterclasses and workshops for harp players of all abilities. Come along and try out our harps in the makers’ exhibition.

Please note: Our showrooms will be closed on 30th and 31st March, while we attend the festival.

The Edinburgh Harp Festival Website.

March Exhibitions & Servicing in Ireland

Paula Tait — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 13:35:20 +0000

Clive Morley Harps is holding a series of free exhibitions and servicing appointments around Ireland in March 2012.

Tuesday 6th March 2012
 Greenhills Hotel, Ennis Road, Limerick

Wednesday 7th March 2012 
Sligo Park Hotel, Pearse Road, Sligo

Thursday 8th March 2012
 The Lodge Hotel, Lodge Rd, Coleraine, BT52 1NF

Friday 9th March 2012
 O’Callaghan Alexander Hotel, Merrion Square, Dublin 

All exhibitions are 3-8pm.

A selection of pedal and lever harps will be available at the exhibitions for sale or rental so you will be able to take your new harp away with you (subject to availability).

During the exhibitions, we will be accompanied by our harp technician so if your harp needs a service, repair or polishing then please contact us and we can book an appointment for you. Our harp technician will be able to provide Irish or concert harp servicing; semitone lever adjustment; restringing; case work: polishing; spraying; dent removal, and quotations for antique harp restoration.
If you are thinking of upgrading your harp, “Part Exchange” is also available. If there is a particular harp that you are interested in seeing, please contact in advance so we can make sure that we have it available at the exhibition that you are attending.

Morley Harps Come to North West England in February

Paula Tait — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 10:36:21 +0000

Everyone is welcome to come along to our free exhibitions and try out our harps.

Tuesday 21st February 2012 in LANCASTER
Lancaster House Hotel, Green Lane, Ellel, Lancaster, LA1 4GJ
4pm – 8pm

Wednesday 22nd February 2012 in BLACKPOOL
Blackpool Zoo, East Park Drive, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY3 8PP
1pm – 5pm

Thursday 23rd February 2012 in LIVERPOOL
Best Western Alicia Hotel, 3 Aigburth Drive, Liverpool, L17 3AA
4pm – 8pm

Friday 24th February 2012 in CHESTER
Best Western Westminster Hotel, City Road, Chester, CH1 3AF
4pm – 7pm
The Chester exhibition is followed by a Spirit of the Harp concert at 7.30pm

Harps will be available for immediate rental or purchase so you can take one home with you on the day. Lever harps available to hire from £40 per month or rent a pedal harp from £120 per month.

Free taster sessions on offer for complete beginners who would like to try the harp. Please contact us in advance to book a slot.

Meet other harpists and local teachers; hear harp music; browse new music and harp accessories.

For further information contact Clive Morley Harps on 01367 850493 or harps@morleyharps.com.

Clive Morley Collection Image on S4C

Paula Tait — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 12:15:03 +0000

An image from the Clive Morley Collection is to be used in a S4C television programme

Mamwlad: Arglwyddes Llanofer (Lady Llanover) airs on January 29th 2012 at 8.30pm.

The image of a group of triple harpists is part of the Clive Morley Collection – a huge archive of rare, historical, harp related documents. This archive is available for harpists and other interested parties to use for research and study.

English subtitles will be available on Freeview on Sunday night and there will be a program with onscreen subtitles transmitted on February 1st at 10.00pm. The program will also be shown on the S4C website after transmission.

Black Finish for Dusty Strings FH Harps

Paula Tait — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 16:45:09 +0000

Dusty Strings FH 34 and FH 36 models now also come in a high quality silk black finish.

Make your choice of wood based on the tonal qualities you desire and Dusty Strings will then finish the harp in black for you.

The New Infinity 36 from Heartland Harps

Angi Arnold — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 13:54:43 +0000

If you need a light weight, portable lever harp with a full compass, then the Infinity 36 is just the harp for you.

Ideal for travellers or those who need a light harp for health reasons, the carbon fibre Infinity is a mere 3.6kg, yet has a full compass of 36 strings.

Each Infinity 36 is custom made for you, so you can choose your own details and colour finish.

Buy the new Infinity 36 online now.

New Servicing Studio Dates for 2012

Angi Arnold — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 13:32:29 +0000

24th January (Servicing, Regulation, Repair and Restoration)
21st February (Servicing, Regulation and Repair)
20th March (Servicing, Regulation, Repair and Restoration)
24th April (Servicing, Regulation and Repair)
22nd May (Servicing, Regulation, Repair and Restoration)
26th June (Servicing, Regulation and Repair)

More information about our Servicing Studios and about the Servicing, Regulating, Repair and Restoration services we offer.

Brand New Princess Sakura Pedal Harp – Effortless Playability from Aoyama

Angi Arnold — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 12:17:23 +0000

Fit for royalty – and the most demanding harpist!

Exquisite cherry blossom decoration set against a rich natural walnut finish certainly makes this harp stand out from the crowd. Yet the Princess Sakura is not just a pretty face. Aoyama has created a harp that is a joy to play, with quick articulation and responsive pedal action.

Any harpist who is constantly on the move with their harp will also be delighted at how light the Princess Sakura is on her feet. This harp features a full 47 string compass and extended soundboard, yet weighs a mere 28.8kg – about 15% lighter than standard concert harps.

Even better, innovative new construction techniques have allowed Aoyama to significantly reduce the weight and frame size without compromising on the sound quality: The Princess Sakura retains a warm, vibrant and full tone with clear, balanced projection.

Effortless portability and playability in one stunning looking and sounding harp.

Buy the new Princess Sakura Pedal Harp online.