Re: [Harp-L] Soaking harps

["Rick Dempster" <rick.dempster@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Because the water temporarily fills all gaps, in cluding the clearances
between the reed and slot until it is blown out or dries.
RD

>>> Ken Deifik <kenneth.d@xxxxxxxxxxxx> 17/07/2007 12:43:14 >>>
Why does a harp play more responsively for a few minutes after you run
it 
under the tap?

I mainly use non-wood combs, so I'm really only interested in what
effect 
soaking has on the reeds.

Ken

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