Wedding at Allerton Park – Central Illinois Harpist
My second Allerton wedding of the year! Sarah and Mike had a perfect spring day for their outdoor ceremony in the Sunken Garden. As guests assembled, I played a variety of classical music. For the wedding party processional, they chose the theme from “Jupiter” from Holst’s The Planets. Sarah’s entrance music was the Scottish folk […]
Harpist in Northern Alabama – Wedding on a Farm
Kimberly and Sean planned their wedding ceremony and reception at her family’s farm in rural Elkmont, Alabama. They had their ceremony set up underneath a willow tree, with old pews and (new!) hay bales for guest seating. Their buffet line went down the middle of a newly-constructed horse barn, that I heard was finished exactly […]
La Crosse Wisconsin Harpist – Wedding at Justin Trails Resort
My first outdoor wedding of 2017 – it was chilly, but at least it wasn’t raining! Justin Trails Resort was a beautifully rustic setting for Allena and Greg’s wedding ceremony and reception. In rural Sparta, Wisconsin, it is surrounded by rolling hills and quaint small towns. The ceremony took place on the grounds of the resort. […]
Harpist in Central Illinois ~ Allerton Park Wedding Ceremony & Reception
One of my favorite things about being a wedding harpist is when another musicians chooses me to provide the music for her wedding. I loved working with Bethany (and her mom, Heidi) to put together the perfect soundtrack for the big day! She chose classical pieces for the ceremony, but not the traditional wedding music. The prelude music […]
Indianapolis Harpist – Wedding at Laurel Hall
Laurel Hall is such a beautiful wedding venue. It just doesn’t seem possible that this historic mansion is located in Indianapolis! You are truly transported to another era of opulence and grace when you enter the building. Cyndi and Mark were married on a Sunday afternoon on the main level, in a room just off the […]
Lebanese Wedding Music ~ Detroit Harpist for a Wedding Reception
Dima and Nassim planned a spectacular Lebanese wedding in only six months! The setting was the Dearborn Inn in the suburbs of Detroit, where I provided harp music for the cocktail hour and dinner. Arriving guests were greeted with the sound of harp music as they arrived in the lobby of the historic hotel, and […]
Hotel Blackhawk Wedding Music | Quad Cities & Iowa Harpist
Tim and Torie had an elegant and sophisticated wedding at Hotel Blackhawk in Davenport, Iowa. The ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception were all held in the hotel. As guests entered the ceremony room, the first thing they saw was the harp! The music of the harp is beautiful, and the visual element of the instrument […]
Grand Rapids Harpist ~ Wedding Ceremony & Reception Music at CityFlats Ballroom
On Sunday, February 5th, some people were watching the Super Bowl. Others, however, were getting married! Paul and Yunseo held their ceremony and reception at the CityFlats Ballroom in downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan. What an outstanding venue! A beautiful setting for the wedding, and the staff members were very helpful and attentive. I played as guests […]
Peoria Wedding Music – Harp & Violin Duet for Ceremony and Cocktail Hour
Collaborating with other musicians is always such a joy – and when I get to play duets with one of my former professors from Bradley University, it’s even better! Kelsey and Marlon chose to have a harp and violin duet provide the music for their ceremony and cocktail hour. The ceremony was held at Crossroads […]
Champaign-Urbana Harpist – Reception Music at the Silvercreek Greenhouse
Amy and Martin celebrated their wedding with an intimate reception in Silvercreek Restaurant’s Greenhouse. Located in downtown Urbana, it’s a beautiful setting for a reception, with the glass walls providing a view of the city and patio, and the white lights adding a romantic glow after the sun set. The bride and groom had one […]