#SMALL HANDHELD HARP HOW TO#
Sunday will be devoted to completing any surface decorations, fitting the tuning pins and staples, affixing the back, and stringing the harp. Instruction will also be given about how to care for and maintain your instrument. By the end of the first day all the parts should have received at least one coat of shellac or other finish, so that the finish can dry overnight. On Saturday, students will shape and fit the parts of the harp, sand the wooden parts in preparation for finishing, and paint or stain the instrument if they wish.
This will also be an opportunity to learn the basics of playing a small historical harp. The students will get the chance to familiarize themselves with the parts of their harps, preview the steps involved in building their harps and learn a little bit about harp history. Some choice of woods (maple, cherry, walnut) will be available and can be arranged with the instructor before the class.įriday evening will be an introduction and preparation session. All of the woods used are North American hardwoods. Students will construct their harps from parts prepared for them by the instructor prior to the class. That is about the same range as a tenor recorder. The harp is designed to be tuned diatonically, giving it a two-octave range with lowest note being middle c’ (so the range will be c4-c6). The compact size and shape also makes it convenient for travel. The harp is a typical size and shape for an early medieval harp and is useful for playing many types of melodies. This model of harp was designed by the instructor, Alice Margerum, based on the Aldbar stone, a ninth or tenth-century Pictish stone carving from the north-east of Scotland.
#SMALL HANDHELD HARP REGISTRATION#
Students aged 7 – 12 welcome, but only if working with an accompanying adult.Ĭlass Registration Fee: By July 24, 2023: $200.00ĭuring this weekend workshop, students will construct a simple 15-string lap harp. This is an activity that would be suitable for a child working with a parent or grandparent. Skill Level: Beginner – but some woodworking experience helpful. Friday: 4pm – 7 pm Saturday: 9 am – 4 pm Sunday : 9 am – 5:00 pm or until completed.
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