South Bend Wedding Music ~ Harpist
Friday the 13th was a lucky day for Cayla and Philip! They celebrated their wedding at the Gillespie Conference Center at the Hilton Garden Inn in South Bend, Indiana, and had a beautiful day for their courtyard ceremony. The groom’s sister was the one who originally contacted me, and she hired me as her wedding […]
Harp Music for Funerals
The music of the harp is a wonderful way to honor loved ones who have passed. I can play a variety of music special to your family, including popular, classical, folk music, and hymns. I play for services in churches, funeral homes, and at the graveside. In January, I played for two funerals/visitations. The first […]
South Bend Harp Player — Jenkins Hall Dedication at Notre Dame
It was a great honor to play for the dedication reception for Jenkins Hall on the campus of Notre Dame. This new building, named for Father Jenkins, president of the University, houses the Keough School of Global Affairs. This year welcomed the inaugural class, including 38 students from 22 countries in North and South America, […]
South Bend Wedding Harpist
Kate and Jared were married at the groom’s family home in South Bend, Indiana. Although rain was forecast, the weather turned out beautifully and the ceremony was able to go ahead as planned, with the St. Joseph River in the backdrop. The guests (and harpist!) stayed cool in the shade of the tent. As guests […]
South Bend Wedding Musician ~ Potawatomi Conservatory Wedding
Gina and Ryan held their October wedding ceremony at the Potawatomi Conservatory in South Bend, Indiana. Every time I play for a wedding in a greenhouse, I always rave about them! A conservatory or greenhouse is the perfect venue for a couple who wants an outdoor wedding, but doesn’t want the added stress of weather ruining […]
South Bend Funeral Musician
Harp music is a wonderful way to celebrate life, and is a comforting and calming presence for families who are mourning the loss of a loved one. Last Thursday, I played for a funeral luncheon at Blue Heron at Blackthorn, on the north side of South Bend, Indiana. The man who booked me to provide […]
Notre Dame Harpist ~ Background Music for Opening Reception
Last Tuesday evening, I was invited to play for the opening reception for the 2013 International Workshop on Molecular and Cellular Biology of Plasminogen Activation. The event welcomed attendees to Notre Dame and kicked off a week of workshops and presentations. The reception took place in McKenna Hall on the campus of the University of […]
Studio Recital | Harp & Piano Lessons in South Bend
Last Thursday was my annual formal spring studio recital, in which my pre-college harp and piano students performed for family, friends, and other students. Just like last year, the recital was held at Evangelical Covenant Church in South Bend. The program included: The Bat-Cat-Hat-Flat Song (Greta C.) The Little Red Caboose (Noa K.) Goodnight, Golden […]
Funeral Luncheon Music | Harpist in South Bend
It is always such an honor to be asked to play for funeral services. Harp music is a beautiful way to remember a loved one, and can help create a calming and soothing atmosphere for the family and friends. Today, I played for a funeral luncheon at Bistro 933, the restaurant inside the Hilton Garden […]
Northern Indiana Harpist ~ Holiday Party at the South Bend Country Club
On Thursday, December 13th, Meridian Title hosted a client appreciation holiday party at the South Bend Country Club. Guests were greeted at the door with harp music, and enjoyed appetizers and drinks on the main level of the club. The country club was decorated beautifully for Christmas, with poinsettias, trees, and candles. Having a harpist […]