Thespace harp, also known as afrankiphone, is anelectrifiedlamellophone invented byPhil Cohran as part of a musicological experiment exploring his African roots. He named it after his mother, Frankie. It was first recorded during his tenure withSun Ra on his album "Angels and Demons at Play".
Later recordings of the space harp include his work in the 1960s withThe Artistic Heritage Ensemble, now available on the album entitledOn the Beach. This album consists of recordings ofThe Artistic Heritage Ensemble, which included a number of well known musicians includingDon Myrick (horn player withEarth, Wind and Fire),Pete Cosey (guitarist withMiles Davis) and"Master" Henry Gibson (studio percussionist forMotown). Released in 2007, the entire album revolves around the rhythmic and harmonic stylings of the space harp.
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