![]() The pedal mechanism is quite complex, wherein the pedals are pushed to move the discs situated at the top of the instrument, as this allows the strings to be shortened and sharpened. Whether classical or pedal, these harps usually make use of pedals instead of levers to change keys. The folk harp or lever harp is so called because the mechanism that allows its keys to be changed are facilitated via levers that are attached to the harp and pushed against strings to make them short and sharp. At the first utterance of the word harp, most people picture the large, decorative classical pedal harps that accompany symphony orchestras. Quite like traditional Celtic music, the Celtic harp too brings to mind the bonny green isles that it has emerged from. ![]() Often associated with the Gaelic ruling class, the instrument is known as clairseach in Irish, telyn in Welsh, clarsach in Scottish and telenn in Breton. This triangular wire-strung musical instrument requires long practice and great skill to be played. Also known as the Irish harp, folk harp or lever harp, the Celtic harp is indigenous to Ireland, Wales, Scotland and Brittany.
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