My full size pedal harp is a very large and beautiful instrument but due to the size of the harp it may not be the most appropriate instrument for every event.  I need to know about any stairs ahead of time when playing this harp.  This harp is a full size orchestral harp with 47 strings and may be too big for some venues.  It has a mahogany finish and weighs about 75 lbs.  It is about 75 inches high and is 38 inches wide at its widest part.  I do play this harp outside but am selective about where. 

My 36 string lever harp is a full 5 octaves and is made from exotic bubinga wood that gives the harp a lovely warm tone that carries well. This harp is perfect for many weddings and private parties.  The harp is fairly easy to move and stairs are of minimal concern when I play this harp as it weighs only about 30 lbs. While I cannot play in direct sunlight with any of the harps, I sometimes choose this harp when asked to play outside.  This is also the harp I use when playing with Pas De Deux , my duo with hammered dulcimer, flute and harp and when performing in my harp duo Enchantment, as well as with the Harps on the Susquehanna harp ensemble. This is the harp I most often choose when playing at weddings and other private parties where the space is limited. The harp is 54 inches high.

My 26 string lever harp is 3 1/2 octaves and is also made of bubinga wood.  For a small harp it has an exceptional tone.  This is the harp I usually bring when working with small groups of children as the legs are detachable and sometimes I choose to sit right on the floor with the group.  This is also my harp of choice when playing for a few patients in a hospital setting or nursing home.  This harp is too small for most wedding or private party situations.  The harp is 39 1/2 inches high without the legs and 49 inches high with the legs.