Did You Know?

The harp was often mentioned in Ancient literature. For example, King David from the Bible, plays the harp.

The famous Queen of France Marie Antoinette was known of her love for performing the harp.

Legendary baronet, Susanna Montgomery, Countess of Eglinton was skilled at the harp. Over the centuries, young ladies of upper class were expected to excel in their music studies as a way to polish their minds. A popular instrument choice was the harp.

Bjork, Iceland's singer song-writer, uses the harp in her music for its unique sonority.

Grammy nominated English Indie rock band Florence + the Machine has a harpist in the band.

American Singer songwriter Joanna Newsom sings and plays the harp in her music.

Beatles employed the harp in their song,

Harpo played the harp in most of the infamous movies by Marx Brothers.

The harp has a history of more than 5000 years, and was often depicted in pyramids and in ancient Egyptian artwork. If mummy returns, there might be one particular instrument he will particularly recognize!

Not only this instrument is beautiful to listen to, the hand movement (or paw movement, in this case) of the player is also charming for the audience to look at!

The Queen of England owns a Salvi Grand Concert Harp and appoints her Royal Harpist, whom performed at William and Kate's Royal Wedding.

Gustav Klimt featured a harp-like instrument in his 1895 painting "Die Musik" (The Music).

The harp is featured in the popular American sitcom, Big Band Theory, played by Amy Farrah Fowler.

Fascinated by the mechanism of the pedal harp, Marie Antoinette demanded the action part of her harp be covered in glass so that she can look inside!

Statue of Turlough O'Carolan in Ireland recognizing his contribution to Celtic music. This blind harpist was one of the most well-known musician in 17-18th Century.

The Harp has the largest range among all orchestral instruments, and is the few which can play both melody and harmony simultaneously.

Princess Elisabeth of France pictured playing the Harp. Historically, the harp was often played by the royals and the upper class for it defines their exquisite taste.

Australian Cartoonist Donald Greenfield depicted a harpist in one of his work.

Sensational singer-songwriter Lana Del Rey featured the harp in her hit song,

Princess Elisabeth of France pictured playing the Harp. Historically, the harp was often played by the royals and the upper class for it defines their exquisite taste.

If you look around, you will notice the harp appears in many places! Even Lisa from Simpsons plays it!

A harpist-sculpture is featured at the magnificent La Sagrada Família in Barcelona, Spain.

An example of one of the adventurous attempts on harp design over the centuries.