Christmas Concert: Music Under the Dome in Jacksonville IL
Back at the Jacksonville Public Library for their “Music Under the Dome” concert series! I’ve given other concerts here, but this was the first one during December, so I was able to play some holiday favorites. The program included: As a professional harpist, I am available to provide themed harp concerts for your […]
Harpist in Central Illinois – Music for a Women’s Retreat
Just before the busyness of the holiday season, women gathered at the First Presbyterian Church in Jacksonville for a retreat. The day started with a light breakfast, and then attendees gathered in the sanctuary for a program of harp music. I chose classical pieces, folk songs, and several hymns for the morning’s playlist. […]
Harp & String Quartet for New Year’s Eve Wedding
A wedding on New Year’s Eve calls for doing things big! Mikaela and Caleb brought together their friends and family for an epic celebration at Hamilton’s 110 Northeast in Jacksonville. Their ceremony took place in the Fireside Room, with the reception following in the South Ballroom. For the ceremony music, they opted to […]
Music Under the Dome Concert Series
For the third time, I was welcomed back to perform at the Jacksonville Public Library’s “Music Under the Dome” concert series – to another packed house! The solo harp concert included Romantic and Contemporary era harp selections, folk songs from around the world, Broadway & movie hits, and pieces related to some of […]
Mother’s Day Tea with Harp Music
With the easing of restrictions, The Pointe in Jacksonville was able to celebrate Mother’s Day in style! They treated residents and their guests to a tea complete with harp music. As the staff served tea, cake, and other sweets, I played a variety of popular and classical music from all eras. From Frank Sinatra to […]
Harp Music for Christmas Eve
For the past four years, I’ve spent Christmas Eve playing prelude for two services at College Park Christian Church. Although it was pre-recorded rather than in-person, I was back again this year! I also recorded harp solo selections for Wesley Chapel in Jacksonville, and you can view the whole service: https://fb.watch/2Hk1V51Sq-/. On Christmas Eve, I […]
Christmas Harp Concert | Advent Allegro Series
Another harp solo Christmas concert! This was part of the Advent Allegro series at Faith Lutheran Church in Jacksonville, Illinois. Coming back to this church was especially meaningful for me – it was where I had my very first harp performance, just a couple of months after my first lesson. I’ve certainly improved since then! […]
Jacksonville Illinois Harp Music
The Jacksonville Area Conference of Churches puts together a Thanksgiving service each year, featuring a choir with members from area churches. This year, it also included organ, violin, and harp music! I played two solo harp pieces, “Cantique de Jean Racine” by Faure and the hymn “For the Beauty of the Earth.” Some excerpts are […]
Central Illinois Wedding Music ~ Ceremony at Hamilton’s 110 North East
Andrea and Phillip were married on Black Friday at Hamilton’s 110 Northeast. A much better way to spend the day than with the crowds out shopping! Their ceremony was in the Fireside Room, followed by the reception in the South Ballroom. As guests arrived, I played a selection of Beatles and other popular songs of […]
Central Illinois Harpist ~ Music for a Donor Recognition Dinner
As MacMurray College in Jacksonville celebrated Homecoming, they welcomed alumni from around the country to campus. They recognized donors to the college with a banquet at McClelland Dining Hall. Guests started with cocktails and appetizers on the north half of the hall, then moved across to the south side for dinner and presentations. The president […]