Virtual harp: play the harp online
Play the gentle, shimmering sound of a harp in your browser. Choose a standard, Celtic, concert, classical or electric harp and pluck eight strings from C4 to C5 with your keyboard.
Song guides for Canon in D and Amazing Grace help you play your first harp tunes, and each harp type changes the tone, from the bright Celtic harp to the fuller concert harp.
How to play the harp with your computer keyboard
- A S D F G H J K pluck the eight strings from C4 to C5.
- Click or tap the strings to play with the mouse or on a phone.
- Switch harp type to change the tone.
What you can do on the virtual harp
- Standard, Celtic, concert, classical and electric harps
- Eight strings on your keyboard
- Song guides for Canon in D and Amazing Grace
- Record your playing
5 harp types to choose from
- Standard Harp: A clear, balanced harp tone for melodies and broken chords on the A to K keys.
- Celtic Harp: The bright, intimate sound of Irish and Scottish folk music.
- Concert Harp: The large orchestral harp with a full, resonant sound.
- Classical Harp: A warm, rounded harp tone for classical pieces and gentle arpeggios.
- Electric Harp: A modern, amplified harp with a brighter, more cutting edge.
Frequently asked questions
How do I play harp on a computer keyboard?
Press A S D F G H J K to pluck the eight strings, from C up to the next C.
Is the virtual harp free?
Yes. The harp is free to play in your browser with no download and no sign-up. You can record and save favourites without an account; a free sign-in adds music rooms and Google Drive backup.
What is a Celtic harp?
A smaller harp from Irish and Scottish tradition, usually without pedals. The concert (pedal) harp is the large orchestral version.