RE: [Harp-L] Strep Throat and harps

[Buck Worley <boogalloo@xxxxxxx>]

Eric-
 
A little rubbing alcohol then rinse with water. Of course, wood combs can swell.
 
Also, I would recommend opening up you case and letting things "breath" (at home). Remember, bacteria love warm damp places.
 
Good luck.
BW 
 
> Date: Mon, 30 May 2011 09:14:07 -0700
> From: ericharpbrown@xxxxxxxxx
> To: harp-l@xxxxxxxxxx
> Subject: [Harp-L] Strep Throat and harps
> 
> I have had strep thraot three straight times the last month and have been
> being treated with anti-biotics.
> 
> I play my harps often. I play in four bands. Can bacteria living in the
> harps be causing this? I'm not about to give up playing, just wondering if
> this could be a contributing factor. I do keep them closed and latched in
> the black Hohner plastic box
> 
> Just wondering if anyone has any experience with this.
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> Eric in L.A.