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Chromatic harps

Scope note

Harps having a string for each semitone, and thus able to play a full chromatic range without the need for tuning devices such as pedals or hooks.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300042063

Broader Terms used

frame harps

Narrower Terms used

triple harps
pedal harps
hook harps

Equivalent Terms used

chromatic harp

Created

13yrs ago

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