There’s nothing quite so romantic and elegant as harp music for a wedding on the beach! Kelly and Hunter gathered friends and family from near and far to celebrate with them in the British Virgin Islands. Their destination wedding weekend took place at the Rosewood Little Dix Bay in Spanish Town, Virgin Gorda.
The tropical paradise was a luxurious escape and beautiful backdrop for their ceremony and reception. Many guests stayed at the resort or other local accommodations, after taking the ferry over from Tortola, BVI or St. Thomas, USVI. It’s one of those places that the journey is just as delightful as the destination!
Guests arrived at the beachside ceremony, overlooking Little Dix Bay, with harp music setting the scene. For the prelude and guest arrival, I played a variety of classical pieces and popular love songs. The wedding party came down the aisle to “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” from The Wizard of Oz, followed by the bride to the traditional “Canon in D” by Pachelbel.
It was a highly personal ceremony, as it was officiated by the brother of the bride and photographed by the sister of the groom. For the unity ceremony, they chose to have “Reverie” by the harpist and composer Grandjany played lightly in the background. The recessional was “Prelude in C” by J.S. Bach. I continued postlude music as guests took photos and walked across the beach to the reception.
After the ceremony, the celebration continued at The Sugar Mill Restaurant at the resort. I oftentimes have guests speak to me after a wedding ceremony, wishing they could have heard even more harp music. They’re always delighted when, as at this wedding, I tell them that there will be more for the cocktail hour!
While guests enjoyed drinks and hors d’oeuvres, I played contemporary popular and musical theatre songs the couple requested, including:
- Everything (Michael Buble)
- You Matter to Me from Waitress
- Love Story (Taylor Swift)
- Seasons of Love from Rent
- The Way You Look Tonight from Swing Time
- This Will Be An Everlasting Love (Natalie Cole)
- Your Song (Elton John)
- You’re Still the One (Shania Twain)
- Marry You (Bruno Mars)
Adding the LED lights on the harp changes the vibe from classic to party time! I can even match them to your wedding colors. After the bride and groom arrived at the reception, they shared their first dance and then sat down to dinner. A DJ continued the music for the remainder of the evening.
I play for weddings in the British Virgin Islands (including Tortola & Virgin Gorda), US Virgin Islands (St. Croix, St. Thomas, & St. John), and throughout the Caribbean. If you are looking for a harpist to add a touch of elegance to your wedding, please get in touch! You can view more photos, listen to sound clips, and request a quote at my website: Caribbean Wedding Harpist.
