The "Light Harps" are an immersive installations using movement and laser light to trigger sound.I have been creating light harps for the last 12 years. These harps have varied from art installations, to stage and performance installations and large outdoor sculptures.

(image from 2005 Burning Man Harp)

What is a Light Harp:
A light harp is an interactive instrument played by breaking light beams. My light harps are not simple “on/off” devices…. When a user breaks a beam, the harps are able to tell how fast the person is moving and the height of their hand. This information allows my software to create complex and soft sounds that swell, and grow over time.

Videos of the Light Harps - Videos by Carin Reich

Images of the Ligh Harps

More Information:

Existing Burningman harp (2005)-
60 string outdoor, waterproof, weatherproof harp meant for public display.

Existing 2007 Long Harp-
Indoor, 30' x 10' long harp (60 srings). This harp is modular and can be assembled in smaller sections. Please see the plans below.