The harp brings together one of music’s most recognizable instruments with a sound that gives familiar songs a distinctive new character. In Ionia and across Mid-Michigan, its striking visual presence and expressive sound make it a memorable part of weddings and events.
Guests see a beautiful instrument being played in front of them, and they hear music chosen specifically for the celebration. From an entrance everyone is watching to music accompanying conversation later in the day, the harp can contribute something different to each part of the event.
Harp Music for Your Wedding Ceremony
Prelude music welcomes guests as they arrive for your wedding ceremony. I provide separate selections for family seating, the wedding party, and the grand entrance, along with music for unity traditions or other elements included in your ceremony. At the end of the ceremony, I play the recessional for the newly married couple and wedding party, then continue with postlude music as the remaining guests depart.
The processional music is coordinated with the entrances in real time. I follow the people entering and adjust each selection to the length of the procession, bringing the music to a natural conclusion once everyone is in place.
Harp Music for Cocktails & Dinner
During your wedding reception, harp music accompanies cocktails and dinner, creating a continuous musical backdrop as guests talk, reconnect, and celebrate together. The sound contributes to the atmosphere while the instrument itself becomes a visible part of the reception setting.
Guests often recognize songs they have heard in entirely different forms, from recordings by favorite artists to music from films, Broadway shows, and other familiar sources. Hearing those melodies interpreted on the harp gives the reception music its own character and gives guests another way to connect with the selections being played.
Thousands of Songs to Build Your Soundtrack
My repertoire includes thousands of songs and pieces collected and arranged across years of playing for weddings and events. It encompasses music from different centuries, artists, composers, and traditions, giving you extensive possibilities for choosing selections that suit your own musical tastes. Special request arrangements are available for songs you would like to include beyond my current collection.
Music choices include:
· Contemporary pop & favorites from past decades
· Classical works & traditional wedding selections
· Broadway songs & musical theatre favorites
· Film music, television themes, & video-game selections
· Jazz standards & American songbook classics
· Celtic, folk, & international music
· Disney & other familiar favorites
· Hymns & sacred music
· Christmas classics & seasonal selections
Your program can draw from several different styles and eras, combining songs you already love with music you discover while planning your event.
Music for Parties & Professional Events
A professional harpist can add a distinctive musical and visual element to corporate and social events throughout Mid-Michigan. Company receptions, awards events, holiday parties, anniversary celebrations, grand openings, milestone birthdays, retirement celebrations, and art events are all occasions where harp music can become part of the setting.
For events centered around conversation and socializing, the harp creates an engaging musical backdrop that guests can appreciate throughout the occasion. Familiar songs provide moments of recognition, while the instrument itself gives guests something visually distinctive to encounter as part of the event.
Solo Harp & Ensemble Options
Solo harp has a full, resonant sound that stands beautifully on its own. Its ability to carry melody and accompaniment together gives the instrument the depth and presence to serve as the sole musical voice for a wedding, party, or professional event.
Adding other professional musicians introduces additional instrumental colors and textures. Ensemble possibilities include harp with violin, cello, flute, trumpet, saxophone, oboe, or vocalists, with further instruments and combinations available according to the sound you envision.
Reserve an Ionia Harpist for Your Wedding or Event
Check availability for your date and request a personalized quote. I would be delighted to bring the sound and presence of the harp to the occasion you are planning!
Harpist for Ionia & Mid-Michigan
Harp music is available for weddings and events in:
Belding · Clarksville · Hubbardston · Ionia · Lake Odessa · Lyons · Muir · Palo · Pewamo · Portland · Saranac
For weddings and events beyond Ionia County, I am also available in Alma, Charlotte, Grand Rapids, Hastings, St. Johns, and Stanton, Michigan.
Your plans can extend anywhere in the country or around the world and still include a professional harpist. I provide music throughout the United States and internationally, including for destination weddings. The same personal selections, special requests, and musical possibilities available for a Michigan celebration can become part of your wedding or event wherever it takes place.
Make Harp Music Part of Your Plans
The harp gives you the opportunity to combine a visually striking instrument with music chosen specifically for your occasion. Favorite songs, meaningful selections, and music your guests recognize can all contribute to the celebration in their own way.
Contact me to discuss your date, plans, and musical ideas and take the next step toward including harp music in your wedding or event!