DiscoverHow To Harp PodcastEp 10: 5 Tips for Picking Your Perfect Harp
Ep 10: 5 Tips for Picking Your Perfect Harp

Ep 10: 5 Tips for Picking Your Perfect Harp

Update: 2025-10-10
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Buying a harp is a big decision, and in this episode Heather and Angela share honest, practical advice to help you find the instrument that truly fits you. From ergonomics to sound, strings to soul, this in-person chat is full of guidance, laughter, and real-life harp wisdom from two experienced tutors.


In this episode:

- Angela introduces her brand-new Dusty Strings harp (and what makes it special)

- How to decide when it’s time to upgrade

- The five key things to consider when choosing your next harp

- Tips for finding a harp that suits your body, sound, and lifestyle

- Why falling in love with your harp really does matter


Host: Heather Downie - Harpist, Principal Scottish Harp Tutor at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, and founder of How To Harp

Guest: Angela Boraston - Harp Tutor at How To Harp


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Ep 10: 5 Tips for Picking Your Perfect Harp

Ep 10: 5 Tips for Picking Your Perfect Harp

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