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About Holly

Oxford educated UK Harpist available for Weddings, Private Events, and background music. Varied repertoire; classical, pop, jazz, folk.
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Edinburgh
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Holly is a freelance harpist and writer based in Edinburgh. She studied music at the University of Oxford and St Mary's Music School, and has more than ten years of experience playing at weddings, dinners, celebrations, and corporate events. Holly has performed in a variety of different concert venues with a range of repertoire; including, but not limited to, Edinburgh Castle, Christ Church Cathedral, the Hilton, the Royal Albert Hall, and Magdalen College. Holly takes great pride and pleasure in making each performance experience personal, bespoke, and high-quality - covering a range of repertoire, including client requests. She also knows that weddings can be stressful, and takes pride in offering a personal, flexible, and easy booking service. She understand that changes can happen at the last minute and is always happy to do everything she can to accommodate. Whether it's a change in location, timing, or song choice - she's happy to help! Holly prefers to create a fully bespoke package for you, depending on what you are looking for. She is happy to chat prior to booking and is responsive and open-minded. Holly is available to hire for a range of events including Soirées, Evening Events, Birthday Celebrations, Anniversaries, Serenades, Engagements, Religious Ceremonies, Fine Dining, Afternoon Teas, Christmas and New Year Celebrations, Galas, Funeral/Wakes, Festivals, Hotel Events and Live Events. Zara Siddiqi is also available for Regal Events, Business, Art, Corporate and Civic Events, Black Tie Events, Retirement Parties, Product Launches, Celebrity Parties and Graduation Ceremonies.

Holly's Reviews

From customers:

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Ruthanne
8 years ago

Just wanted to put my thanks and utter joy for the wonderful evening you gave the audience tonight! You are exceptionally talented.

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Rosalee
9 years ago

You were absolutely fantastic Holly. I could see how much everyone was enjoying your playing, and we’ve had lovely feedback about the music as well. I very much appreciate you taking the time to help us out - it added immeasurably to the atmosphere and the success of the event. The team here were seriously impressed and we wish you the very best of luck for your future career!

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Holly's Song list

Canon in D – Pachelbel
The Arrival of the Queen of Sheba- Handel
Bridal March from Lohengrin (Here comes the bride) - Wagner
Wedding March from ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ - Mendelssohn
Trumpet Voluntary - Purcell
Trumpet Tune - Purcell
Panis Angelicus – Frank
Ave Maria – Bach/Gounod
Ave Maria - Schubert
Jesu Joy of Mans Desiring - Bach
Meditation from ‘Thais’ – Massenet
Flower Duet from Lakmé - Délibes
Winter - Second movement from ‘The Four Seasons’ - Vivaldi
Air on the G string - J.S Bach
Air from ‘Water Music’ - Handel
Hornpipe from ‘Water Music’ - Handel
Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini - Sergei Rachmaninoff
Barcarolle from ‘The Tales of Hoffman’ – Offenbach
Time to Say Goodbye (Con Ti Partiro) – Francesco Sartori
River Flows In You – Yiruma
Kiss The Rain - Yiruma
I Giorni - Ludovico Einaudi
Le Onde - Ludovico Einaudi
Nuvole Bianche - Ludovico Einaudi
O Mio Babbino Caro from Gianni Schicci – G. Puccini
O Sole Mio – Eduardo Di Capua
Pavane – Faurè
Cantique de Jean Racine - Faurè
Chaconne from ‘The Fairy Queen’ – Purcell
Il Mio Tesoro from ‘Don Giovanni’- Mozart
Canzonetta from ‘Don Giovanni’- Mozart
Vio Che Sapete from ‘The marriage of Figaro’- Mozart
A Medley of famous arias by Puccini, Mozart and Verdi
Nimrod –Edward Elgar
Ode to Joy - Beethoven
Morning from Peer Gynt - Greig
Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy from The Nutcracker - Tchaikovsky
Waltz of the Flowers from The Nutcracker - Tchaikovsky
The Blue Danube - Strauss
Popular
A Thousand Years - Christina Perri
Flightless Bird – Iron and Wine (From Twilight)
All Of Me - John Legend
You And I (Nobody In The World) - John Legend
Perfect – Ed Sheeran
Thinking Out Loud – Ed Sheeran
Photograph – Ed Sheeran
Shape of You – Ed Sheeran
Marry You – Bruno Mars
Just The Way You Are – Bruno Mars
Señorita – Camilla Cabello and Shawn Mendes
Havana – Camilla Cabello
Someone You Loved - Lewis Capaldi
Stay With Me – Sam Smith
I’m Yours – Jason Mraz
I Won’t Give Up – Jason Mraz
Lucky – Jason Mraz
Symphony - Clean Bandit
Rather Be - Clean Bandit
Clocks – Coldplay
Something Just Like This - The Chainsmokers/Coldplay
Paradise - Coldplay
Somewhere Only We Know - Keane/Lilly Allen
Make You Feel My Love - Adele
Fireworks – Katy Perry
Your Song - Ellie Goulding
Love Me Like You Do – Ellie Goulding
How Long Will I Love You – Ellie Goulding
Say You Won't Let Go - James Arthur
Falling Like the Stars - James Arthur
Skinny Love – Birdy
Wings - Birdy
I Get to Love You - Ruelle
Chasing Cars – Snow Patrol
Rule The World – Take That
Pompeii – Bastille
Love Story – Taylor Swift
Willow - Taylor Swift
Wildest Dreams - Taylor Swift
Dance Monkey - Tones and I
Despacito – Luis Fonsi
You Are the Reason - Calum Scott
Beneath Your Beautiful – Labrinth/Emeli Sandé
Better Together – Jack Johnson
Halo - Beyonce
Stay - Kid Loroi
Fireflies – Owl City

Holly's Prices

Last updated: 2026

Note: prices may vary based on travel distance. For an exact quote, click “Check availability”.

Standard Prices
DurationPrice
Short performance (up to 15 min)£75
Up to 1 hour£195
Up to 2 hours£281.25
Up to 3 hours£375
Packages
Wedding ceremony2 hours
This includes music before the service begins, music during the signing of the register, and music as guests leave.
£250

Add-ons

Skype Consultation and 3 New Songs Learned
+£31.25
Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

Client love that I tailor the performance to their requests and needs. I am super friendly and love chatting to your guests if they have questions about the harp - and even letting children have a go if they want to

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

Too many to count! Highlights include Edinburgh Castle, The Hilton, The Sheraton, The Sheldonian Oxford, and Christ Church Cathedral

What is the most high profile gig you've performed?

I've performed at an event for the Tolkien family in a private home, as well as as at the BBC Proms

What if my timings change after I've booked you?

I almost always will reserve my whole day if you book me, so it is likely i can be flexible with enough warning.

How much time do you need to set up?

I normally take about 30 minutes to set up. Don't worry, this is all included in the fee for the first hour.

Is the transport of your harp included in your quote?

Yes, the transport is always included.

Do you need any equipment provided to play outdoors?

I am always happy to play outdoors if the weather allows it. However, the harp can't get wet, so there needs to be a plan B in place.

Can I pick the pieces you play from the set list?

You are more than welcome to pick from my list, but I am always happy to take suggestions and learn one or two specific requests within the quoted price. My real list of repertoire is much longer than what you can find here, so if there is something you want - chances are I already know it1

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

Yes, my prices include tailored song lists
Musicianship
Genres:
Classical, Baroque, Early music, Opera, Renaissance, Contemporary classical, Classical crossover, Film / TV music, Fanfare, Folk, Ceilidh, Traditional Irish folk, Welsh folk, Traditional English folk, Easy listening, Light music, Pop, Bluegrass, Ambient pop
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Instruments:
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Event types:
Wedding, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Church service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Private event, Corporate event, Charity event, Concert, Recording session, Theatre / Show, Burns night, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve
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Other skills:
Instrumental teaching
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