- The harp is one of the world's oldest musical instruments, with evidence of its use dating as far back as 3000 B.C.
- All harps have 3 different colors of strings: The C strings are red, F strings are black. (these are sometimes blue) The remaining are white or transparent.
- Some pedal harps are gilded with gold or encrusted with diamonds and jewels- these harps can cost upwards to $60,000!
- Celtic harps usually have 22-38 strings, where 3/4 size-concert grand size harps usually have 40-47 strings.
By the 10th century, Ireland was enamored with the harp, and it was quickly adopted as the national symbol.
Read more : http://www.ehow.com/about_6382229_interesting-harp-instrument.htmlBy the 10th century, Ireland was enamored with the harp, and it was quickly adopted as the national symbol.
Read more : http://www.ehow.com/about_6382229_interesting-harp-instrument.html - Lap harps can weigh as little as 4.5 pounds, where a pedal harp can weigh over 120.
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