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The medieval Gaelic harp of Ireland and the Highlands and Islands of Scotland is a familiar sight: the national symbol of Ireland, stout trademark, and Scottish cultural icon.

But its sound is much less familiar.

Its strings are brass, silver and even gold wire, and its soundbox is carved from a single block of willow.

The ancient Gaelic harp is completely different from the familiar modern Celtic harp.

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