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Judith Ude - The Singing Harpist

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A soulful singing harpist in the East Midlands. I've played many festivals & wedding events including Latitude, and The Dorchester, London.
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Weddings and harps just go together as the harp is such a heavenly sounding instrument. When coupled with my voice, it takes on a whole new dimension. Combining soulful vocals with popular songs and this sublime instrument, I create a sound that is both romantic and unique. If rather than the classical approach, you want to hear songs that you know and love performed on the harp for your special day, look no further. I have been singing since I was a child so music has always been a part of my life, whether leading gospel choirs or performing as a solo artist on festival stages. Singing is a huge passion of mine and combining it with my favourite instrument has been an exciting journey for me. Together, me and my harp have graced the stages of Latitude Festival, Dot to Dot Festival, The De Montfort Hall and even The Dorchester, London (a particular highlight of my career as a musician). I have had the privilege of performing for brides and grooms across the country at a number of very beautiful venues, and I would love to help create a wonderful atmosphere for you too on that day when you say 'I do'.

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Judith's Reviews

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Miss H
17 days ago
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5 out of 5

Judith was amazing. She has such a beautiful voice and skill at playing the harp - I just wish I could have stood and listened to her all day. We had so many people ask us where we’d found her and the wedding venue even took her details. Can’t recommend her enough.

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Neesha G
4 months ago
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5 out of 5

Where do I start… Absolutely phenomenal! I walked down the aisle to his duty singing and playing the harp. So honestly was out of this world. It was like something out of a fairytale. She then played during our drinks reception. And it was just the perfect amount of background music pair with her beautiful singing. Thank you for helping make our day unforgettable. You are amazing. I would book again in a heartbeat. Xx

Reply from Judith
4 months ago

Thank you for these lovely words. It was a pleasure to play for the two of you and your guests on such a special day, and I am glad that it was everything you dreamed. Wishing you all the best for every day ahead in your marriage. Judith Ude - The Singing Harpist x

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Barny R
2 years ago, for a Wedding in Pinwall Ln
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5 out of 5

We first heard Judith sing during a church service, her beautiful voice up to this day gives us goosebumps.. it was at that moment that we knew that we wanted Judith to sing at our wedding in September 2022. It was an absolute double win the fact that she can sing and play the harp which she did as we were signing the register. Judith also serenaded our guests during our drinks reception and our guests still remember her voice.. She was professional to work with and we would highly recommend her for weddings and events. ~ Barny and Steve Ray

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Ezinne (
2 years ago

We were looking for live entertainment for our wedding reception at The Dorchester. Both of us are fans of live soulful music and wanted a musician who was soulful and unique. We heard about Judith’s talent though my sister and as soon as we spoke to her we knew she was the right person to make our guests feel welcome. First and foremost her voice together with her distinctive talent of playing the harp is amazing! She was so accommodating with our music choices (mainly soul & r’n’b classics) and also provided some great recommendations. Secondly, her interactions and professional approach were the best I have seen in the UK Wedding Industry!!!. Hire Judith, she is amazing!

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Judith's Song list

SOUL/ MOTOWN/RnB
No One - Alicia Keys
Sunshine - Gabrielle
All Of Me - John Legend
Comfortable - HER
Stand By Me - BB King
Ordinary People - John Legend
Please Touch Me - Brandy
Next To Me - Emilie Sande
Natural Woman - Aretha Franklin
Is This Love Bob Marley
Beneath Your Beautiful - Emilie Sande
Gotta Be - Desree
Halo - Beyonce
Killing Me Softly - Lauryn Hill
Kissing You - Desree
Let's Stay Together - Al Green
Weak - SWV
Some People Want It All - Alicia Keys
Brown Skin - India Arie
At Last - Etta James
Isn't She Lovely - Stevie Wonder
When a Man Loves a Woman - Percy Sledge
Let's Stay Together," by Al Green
Don’t Let Go – En Vogue
Dreams – Gabrielle
Easy - Lionel Richie
Stuck On You - Lionel Richie
All My Life - K-Ci & JoJo
Ain’t No Sunshine - Bill Withers
First Time Ever I Saw Your Face - Peggy Seeger / Roberta Flack
Loving You - Minnie Riperton
My Girl - Smokey Robinson
I'll be there - Mariah Carey
Fast Car - Tracey Chapman
First Time Ever I Saw Your Face - Roberta Flack
Endless Love - Diana Ross and Lionel Richie
Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow - Carole King / Roberta Flack
POP/CLASSICS/FOLK
Your Song - Elton John
Wonderful Tonight - Eric Clapton
You've Got The Love - Florence and the Machine
Everything I Do) I Do It for You," by Bryan Adams
Ed Sheeran – Thinking out Loud
Christina Perri – A Thousand Years
Bruno Mars – Just The Way You Are
Elvis – Can’t Help Falling in Love
How Deep Is Your Love," by Bee Gees
Because You Loved Me," by Céline Dion
The Way You Look Tonight - Frank Sinatra
I Just Can't Stop Loving You," by Michael Jackson
You're Still the One - Shania Twain
More Than Words - Extreme
Unchained Melody - The Righteous Brothers
Make You Feel My Love - Adele
I Don’t Want To Miss A Thing – Aerosmith
Wherever You Will Go – Charlene Soraia
A Groovy Kind of Love – Phil Collins
Songbird - Eva Cassidy
Come Away With Me - Norah Jones
Hello - Lionel Ritchie
Fields of Gold - Eva Cassidy
Somewhere Over The Rainbow - Eva Cassidy
Promise Me - Beverley Craven
Yellow - ColdPlay
One Day Like This - Elbow
All You Need Is Love - The Beatles
Clocks – Coldplay
Everything – Michael Buble
Feels Like Home – Chantal Kreviazuk
Into My Arms – Nick Cave
Show Me Heaven – Maria Mckee
Simply The Best – Noah Reid Version
Songbird – Eva Cassidy
Stay – Lisa Loeb
Sweet Dreams – Eurythmics
Time After Time – Cyndi Lauper
Unchained Melody – Righteous Bros
Young & Beautiful - Lana Del Rey
Yellow - Coldplay
Ho Hey - The Lumineers
One - U2
Beautiful Day - U2
Heaven – Bryan Adams
When You Say Nothing At All - Ronan Keating / Alison Krauss
Don’t Know Why – Norah Jones
True Colours - Cyndi Lauper
Time After Time - Cyndi Lauper
Still The One - Shania Twain
From This Moment - Shania Twain
Somewhere Over the Rainbow/Wonderful World - Israel Kamakawiwo'ole
Into My Arms – Nick Cave
What Can I Do - The Corrs
Somewhere Only We Know - Keane
Wherever You Will Go - The Calling
Rather be With You - Joshua Radin
It Must be Love - Madness
Hallelujah – Leonard Cohen / Jeff Buckley
Wonderful Life - Hurts
Crazy - Patsy Cline
I wish you peace - Eagles

Judith's Prices

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

Standard Prices
Performance durationPrice
Short performance (up to 15 min)£200
Up to 1 hour£350
Up to 2 hours£650
Up to 3 hours£900
Musicianship
Genres:
Pop, Soul, Acoustic, R&B, Motown, Covers, Electronic, Ambient, Electronica
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Event types:
Wedding, Hotel / Restaurant event, Private event, Corporate event, Recording session
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Other skills:
Composer, Lyricist, Songwriter, Producer, Arranger, Live looping, Singing teaching
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