Chicago Wedding Harpist ~ Rooftop Ceremony
The rooftop of the Joliet Area Historical Museum was the venue for Karen and Debbie’s wedding ceremony. Friends and family filled the space, decorated in shades of coral and ivory, on a warm summer afternoon. For the prelude, they chose “Valentine” by Jim Brickman and “A Thousand Years” from Twilight. I filled in with other […]
Wedding Harpist in Chicago ~ Ceremony at Morton Arboretum
Colleen and Colin’s original wedding date was right as everything in Chicago was closing down in March of 2020. They had a very small wedding with just immediate families that year, then celebrated their 2nd wedding anniversary with a full ceremony and reception at Morton Arboretum in Lisle! The ceremony was held in […]
Chicago Harpist | Retirement Party Music
Harp music is perfect for any special event! I play for dozens of weddings every year, but along with that I also play for a variety of other events, including corporate parties, holiday gatherings, product launches, conventions, and – like this one – retirement celebrations! This open house was for the retiring administrator of the […]
Harpist in Northern Illinois – Music for a Grand Opening
Morrison Community Hospital celebrated an expansion project with a grand opening for the community. It was a rainy day, but over 1,000 people toured the updated facility! In addition to seeing the changes to the hospital, guests were treated to food and live music. I played in the new community room, where people could eat […]
Harpist in Chicago ~ Wedding Ceremony at The Farmhouse
Like many of my 2020 couples, Amanda and Bill were married last year, then waited to have a full celebration with family and friends until 2021. It was like a 1st anniversary party and wedding rolled into one, on the Sunday of Labor Day weekend at The Farmhouse in Plainfield. The weather was perfect for […]
Chicago Wedding Music – Harp & Violin at Farmington Lake
Farmington Lake is a beautiful venue! Hosting ceremonies, they have a space that overlooks the lake plus a nearby tent. The non-uniform chairs and arched windows that define the seating space give it a rustic yet elegant vibe! Morgan and Sam had a hot day for their wedding, but fortunately there was a cool breeze […]
Chicago Arabic Wedding Music ~ Reception at The Penthouse Hyde Park
Laureen and Hady held their wedding reception at a new venue in Chicago – The Penthouse Hyde Park. Located on the top floor of a former hotel, it boasts beautiful views of the city skyline and Lake Michigan. My ebony harp fit in perfectly with the Art Deco style! The couple opted for a harp […]
Harp Music in DeKalb – Wedding at Kuipers Orchard
The rain moved the ceremony inside, but Amber and Scott still had a beautiful wedding! When booking your venue, be sure there is a good back-up plan in place for inclement weather. It’s perfect when it’s at the same location, as it was at Kuipers Orchard! Much easier for guests and vendors when they don’t […]
Rockford Wedding Music ~ Anderson Japanese Gardens
Kayla and Cam had a microwedding at the Main Gate at Anderson Japanese Gardens in Rockford. I’ve played for many weddings at the gardens, but this was a new site for me! With a small guest list, you have more flexibility in locations, and this one was beautiful. The chuppah was a floral masterpiece! They […]
Harpist in Rockford – Wedding at Kilbuck Creek
Originally planned for a venue in Libertyville, this wedding was relocated to Kilbuck Creek in Monroe Center, just south of Rockford, to allow for more outdoor space. Sarah and Jim had a perfect September day for their garden ceremony! The prelude included “How Beautiful,” “Can’t Help Falling in Love,” and “Ave Maria,” and concluded with […]