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Why is there a pedal on a harp?

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Anonymous

16y ago
Updated: 8/17/2019

I believe that the pedal is there for accidentals (sharps and flats). I believe that the strings on a harp are just the "regular" notes, like the white keys on a piano, and if you want sharps or flats you've got to pedal to get it.

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