Wedding Harpist in Rockford – Pavilion at Orchard Ridge Farms
It was one of those “will it or won’t it?” weather days! We kept having these really brief but really strong downpours in the hours leading up to the wedding ceremony – which was planned for outdoors at the lovely Orchard Ridge Farms in Rockton, Illinois. I waited to set up until they made the […]
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 […]
Rockford Wedding Music ~ Harp in Northern Illinois
Planning a wedding during a pandemic can mean rescheduling a year or more out, or it can mean putting together a wedding in one week – which is what this couple did! Angie and Scott gathered with about 20 guests in the old brick church of City First Chapel in Rockford for their intimate wedding […]
Harpist in Rockford {Wedding at Kilbuck Creek}
First outdoor wedding of the year – and what a gorgeous day! Jessica and Adam were married on the grounds of Kilbuck Creek in rural Monroe Center, Illinois. Just a short drive from Rockford, and not too far from Chicago, this is a wonderful venue to have a natural, rustic wedding! As guests were seated […]
Rockford Harpist – Wedding at the Pavilion at Orchard Ridge Farms
Lindsay and Paul had originally hoped for a mild fall day and an outdoor ceremony, but the November weather had other plans! Their backdrop changed from a fountain to a cozy fireplace, but it was much more comfortable for everyone! As guests arrived to the Pavilion at Orchard Ridge Farms, they were greeted by classical […]
Rockford Wedding Harpist ~ Ceremony at Anderson Japanese Gardens
Tiffany and Martin didn’t have to worry too much about the rain on their wedding day ~ their ceremony was held under the pavilion at Anderson Japanese Gardens in Rockford! With plenty of room for guest seating (and the harp!) inside, everyone was able to stay dry but still have a good view of the […]
Rockford Wedding Music ~ Harpist for a Reception at Anderson Japanese Gardens
Maria and Lucas were married in January in Montana, but celebrated with friends and family back home in Rockford, Illinois, with a reception on the first day of February. I provided harp music for the evening at Anderson Japanese Gardens. You might only think about the gardens for summer events, but their new Visitor’s Center […]