Mouth harp hand forged

Our large mouth harp is hand forged of iron and steel, the model is very typical of the Viking Age and early Middle Ages. The size is a little larger than the most common historical finds. This makes it easier to play and with a darker tone and longer vibration. The mouth harp is one of the world's oldest instruments and has been spread almost all over the world in different ages. The harp came from west Asia to Europe during the Iron Age. On Gotland you have, among other things, found a mouth piece in bronze from the Iron Age.

Our mouthpieces are hand forged by members of the Nepalese musician caste. For thousands of years they have made a living playing traditional music. Their traditions also include making their instruments.

in modern society, interest in traditional music performed live is steadily declining.

Musicians are therefore today a vulnerable population group in an already poor country. Every harp sold supports their work in continuing to be able to live according to their traditions.