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The Harp

Definition of the Harp

What Type of Harp is Right for Me?

What Should I Look For When Choosing a Harp?

Is the Harp Hard to Play?

Harp Tuning

How are Harps Tuned?
Identifies string names and how semi-tones are achieved on the lever and pedal harp.

Lever Positions for the Three Main Tunings
How to set your levers to play in the key you need, when your harp is tuned in C, E Flat or A Flat.

How to Tune Using an Electronic Tuner

How to Tune By Ear in Octaves

Equal Temperament
Explains why your harp is meant to be ever so slightly out of tune.

Harp Strings

How to Identify Harp Strings
Explains string terminology and how to order the string that you want.

All About String Spacing and Tension
What they mean to you and your harp playing.

How to Change a Harp String
Every harpist is going to need to be able to change a string. Follow our step-by-step instructions for re-stringing without tears!

String Breakage
Harp strings break – often for no apparent reason. Find out how to reduce string breakage and whether or not a regularly broken string should be a cause for concern.

Stringing Scales
Find out how to measure the thickness of your harp strings to be certain that you are using the correct replacement string.

Learning the Harp

Can I Teach Myself?
A few words about learning the harp, if you are considering teaching yourself.

Find a Harp Teacher
Let us put you in touch with your local harp teacher.

I Can’t Find a Teacher – What Shall I Do?
Advice on teaching yourself if you can’t find a harp teacher in your area.

Harp Care and Maintenence

How Should I Store my Harp?

How Should I Transport my Harp?

How do I Regulate My Dusty Strings Harp?

Adjusting Antique Erard Harps

Adjusting Modern Concert Harps

Changing Pedal Harp Discs

How Should I Take Care of My Harp’s Pedals?

How To Re-Cover Pedals

Harp Therapy Resources

An Introduction to Harp Therapy

A Harp Therapy Workshop Held at Clive Morley Harps

Harps for Harp Therapy

Links to External Harp Therapy Websites

Amplification and Recording Resources

An Introduction to Recording The Harp

A Guide to Using Microphones to Amplify The Harp

Further Resources

Links to External Harp Related Websites

Books on the Harp

The Harp in Literature

Famous Amateur Harpists

The Harp in Modern Rock and Pop Music

Harpists in Modern Rock and Pop Music

Harps, Strings, Sheet Music, Accessories, Articles, Guides & Other Resources