After carefully selecting a harp for the first time, I too like the first person who posted –investigated the Grand Harpsicle versus the Paraguayan harp….and I can tell you that I selected the Grand Harpsicle. They are by far simply”Popcicles”….and have a great tone–bass octaves……And you can plug it into an amp. I have had several harp concerts/recitals with it and love it…my harp teacher is buying one herself…and she plays celtic music. I am going to purchase a Paraguayan harp as well…soon…And you can play any type of music on it as you wish…get one with levers. A 5-9,000 harp US is not necessary….if you can play, then you can play any type of harp or music….save your money and get a 5,000 harp after you have played a year or more…..you want a few harps to practice with…..I also own a dusty strings ravenna -26 strings and a Stoney End eve harp…which I carry with me to lessons and harp retreats….If you need more information I would be glad to help!