Historically, the harp was a staple of amateur domestic music-making, particularly in the 18th and 19th centuries.
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Performing as an amateur "harpist" (whether on the concert harp or the blues harmonica—commonly called a "harp") involves a balance of technical discipline and the raw expressive freedom that comes from playing without professional constraints. Historically, the harp was a staple of amateur