The harp is a beautiful instrument that many people admire, but fear they will never be able to play. Learning to play a harp, however, can be achieved with some hard work and knowledge. It is never too late to start learning the harp. There are beginners of all ages and backgrounds who will discover great joy in playing the harp. To play the harp, you should choose a harp, learn how to hold it properly, and then learn some basic concepts. 1. Learn about the types of harps. When most people think of a harp, they either picture a large, golden pedal harp in an orchestra, or some type of harp being played by angels on a Christmas card. There are several types of harps, and they come in a variety of forms. The two most common styles of harp are lever harps and pedal harps. [1] Lever harps have sharping levers at the top to change the notes. Pedal harps have seven pedals that can make notes flat, natural, or sharp. There are also wire-strung harps, double-strung harps, triple h...