Harpist in Central Illinois ~ Anniversary Celebration Music
A beautiful evening at Panther Creek to celebrate the 40th work anniversary of one of the doctors! Many of the doctors and medical staff who attended the party treated my daughter when she was hospitalized multiple times last year (she’s all better now!). I was dressed a bit better than the last time they saw […]
St. Louis Harpist – Business After Hours Entertainment
Not every event I play for is a wedding! Although that is the majority of my bookings, I also provide music for everything from holiday dinners to baptisms to corporate parties. When Claywell Asset Management was hosting the Riverbed Growth Association’s Business After Hours event, they wanted to “wow” their guests with live harp music! […]
Central IL Harpist ~ Music for an Art Opening
Each month, the Strawn Art Gallery in Jacksonville celebrates the start of a new exhibit with an opening reception and gallery talk by the featured artist. They also have live music as guests mingle and view the collection. January’s exhibit is “Magic Realism” by Lou Zale. I provided harp music for the opening, and it […]
Bloomington-Normal Harpist – Christmas Eve Harp Music
Back at College Park Christian Church for Christmas Eve! I played there last year, and the music director contacted me again in January to be sure they got on my calendar again for this year. Always good to plan far in advance for popular dates, and Christmas Eve is one of the most requested performance […]
Harp Music for a 50th Anniversary Vow Renewal
I play for so many weddings, it is especially a pleasure to celebrate a long marriage! The daughter of the couple hired me and hoped to keep it a surprise, but couldn’t keep the secret from her mother! They were all delighted to add harp music to the festivities at Barrack’s Cater Inn in Peoria. […]
Central IL Funeral Musician – Decatur Harpist
Although the majority of my work is for weddings, I also provide harp music to soothe the grieving at funerals and memorial services. The music of the harp is so peaceful and reflective that it lends itself perfectly to these solemn occasions. As family and friends gathered at New Beginnings Church of God in Decatur, […]
Central IL Wedding Music ~ Harpist at The Rail, Springfield
Lindsay and Brandon were married at The Rail in Sherman, Illinois. They had a beautiful fall day for their ceremony on the golf course, with their reception following in the on-site tent. As guests arrived, I played popular songs, including “Thinking Out Loud” by Ed Sheeran, “Amazed” by Lonestar, “Landslide” by Stevie Nicks, and “One […]
Decatur Harpist ~ Central Illinois Wedding Music
Megan and Brandon were married on Labor Day weekend at Central Christian Church in Decatur, Illinois. This is a stunning, historic church, and was a beautiful setting for their ceremony. As guests arrived, I played a variety of classical music. When the bridesmaids came down the aisle, that was to “All My Loving” by The […]
Learn to Play the Harp!
Have you always wanted to play the harp? Have a child who shows an interest? Just want to try something new and different? This fall, I will be teaching a beginners group harp class at The Music Factory in Springfield, Illinois. This class is designed for those who have little to no previous experience with […]
Harpist in Springfield IL – Music for Seniors
I received a last-minute call to fill in as the presenter for an educational session at Concordia Village Senior Living, and was delighted to share the music of the harp with the residents there! On Monday afternoon, I presented a recital program that included Celtic, classical, popular, and jazz harp music. In addition to the […]