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Top Wedding Music of 2019

Every year, I go back over all of the weddings I played, and put together a list of the songs my couples chose for their ceremonies.  It’s interesting to see the trends from year to year, and it’s a great … Continue reading

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Peoria Harpist ~ Catholic Wedding Music

Megan & Kenny were married at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church in Peoria Heights, on a beautiful Saturday in June.  I realized the last time I played for a wedding there, I was pregnant with my daughter – who … Continue reading

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Harp and Violin Wedding Duet in Northern Indiana

Although most of my weddings choose solo harp, there are a handful each year that opt for a larger ensemble.  The harp and violin duet is certainly the most popular, and for good reason!  With the harp taking the harmony, … Continue reading

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Top Wedding Music of 2018

One of my favorite activities for January is to go back over my previous year of weddings, recording their music selections, and seeing what comes out on top as the most-requested songs for the year!  I also love looking back … Continue reading

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Memphis Harpist & Violinist {Wedding at Hunt Phelan}

Another Thanksgiving weekend wedding!  This time a harp and violin duet at the beautiful Hunt Phelan Mansion in Memphis, Tennessee. Guests arrived through the front doors of the mansion, to the sounds of solo violin.  As they made their way … Continue reading

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Harp & Violin ~ Quad Cities Wedding Music Duet

It has been a few years since I have played for a wedding at Lavender Crest, and I was delighted to be back!  For this wedding, the couple chose a harp and violin duet to provide the music for their … Continue reading

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Top Wedding Music of 2017

It has been a few years since I’ve done a post like this – primarily because the intervening time was spent in India and Nigeria!  With over a full year back in the US playing the harp for weddings, it’s … Continue reading

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Chicago Harpist for Weddings – Ceremony & Reception Harp Music

Devin and Michael had a beautiful wedding!  On such a rainy day, St. Isaac Jogues Catholic Church in Hinsdale was especially welcoming.  A gorgeous sanctuary with wonderful acoustics, I played as the guests arrived to the Nuptial Mass. After the families … Continue reading

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Chicago Wedding Harpist {Brookfield Zoo Wedding & Cocktail Hour with Harp, Flute & Violin Trio}

Even the rain – a LOT of rain – couldn’t put a damper on Jamie & Jeff’s beautiful wedding at the Brookfield Zoo.  Originally planned for the Formal Pool, the afternoon thunderstorms moved their ceremony to the Peacock Pavilion.  It … Continue reading

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Ottawa Harpist ~ Harp & Violin Duet for a Wedding at Zion Lutheran Church

Stephanie and Philip chose to have a harp and violin duet provide their ceremony music at their August 25th wedding.  Other than solo harp, this duet is by far the most popular ensemble that my brides choose!  It’s a beautiful … Continue reading

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