From the publisher blurb:
Harpers are professional musicians. Most earn their living as performers, although some specialize in the crafting of fine musical instruments such as the harp, flute, drum, horn, and lute. Truly great harpers can make instruments of seemingly awesome enchantment and play them with such skill as to coax any emotions they wish from their listeners.
Many harpers support themselves by traveling about and performing in inns or taverns or wherever they can find an appreciative, and paying, audience. The College of Harpers has guildhalls in towns and cities across the Hârnic realms to provide itinerant members with accommodation and rehearsal space. The public can visit these guildhalls to hire musical entertainment and purchase musical instruments.
This article describes the organization and activities of the College of Harpers as well the College's place in Hârnic society. Details are provided regarding the organization of the College, common instruments, musical performance, instrument making, notable personalities, and Harpers' Hall.