We strive to assist students in finding the perfect instrument to fit their specific needs.  Unfortunately finding a quality harp to rent or buy can be challenging, especially in Mississippi!  Through a partnership with the Virginia Harp Center and the Atlanta Harp Center we are happy to assist students in acquiring the instrument of their dreams.  We strongly advise students against renting or purchasing any harp without consulting one of Mississippi Harp Academy's world-class faculty.  Harp's are very particular instruments and it is easy to waste your money on an improper instrument!

Types of harps:

Pedal Harp

Played by most professional harpist, this instrument is able to make accidentals through the movement of 7 pedals.  These pedals allow for a greater range of chromatic exploration, making these instruments ideal for orchestral, solo, and chamber playing.  Check out this video of harpist Isabelle Moretti performing Hasselman's "La Source"

Lever Harp or Celtic Harp

Played by both professional and amateur harpists.  It's compact size and lighter string tension make this instrument ideal for little and aged hands as well as everyone in between!  Accidentals are made on this harp by raising individual levers.  This instrument is ideal for solo, folk, therapeutic, and chamber playing.  Check out this video of lever harpist François Pernel performing Bach's "Partita" for Cello