harp

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Mr. Schlosberg conducted from the keyboard; his orchestration for three winds, three strings and harp had his usual flair for exactly the right instrument and texture at the right time.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 17, 2026

Central to the project are the Irish harp and the qanun, a 78-string Middle Eastern instrument that is played on the lap.

From BBC • Jan. 26, 2026

In the half-hour slow movement, harp and violins ascended melodic scales, allowing each step its magical, mystery share of exultation.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 11, 2025

“Hildegard” is scored for a nine-member chamber ensemble — string quartet, bass, harp, flute, clarinet and bassoon — which are members of the L.A.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 7, 2025

“A harp will not bring my companion to life.”

From "The Book of Three" by Lloyd Alexander