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Laura Marquino Falguera

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About Laura

Laura is an experienced harpist available for weddings, corporate events, orchestral concerts, recitals and special events.
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London
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Laura has established herself as a prominent freelance harpist in London, appearing in a multitude of orchestral, chamber music and solo performances in the region. She has performed at such venues as Cadogan Hall, Sadler’s Wells Theatre, and Teatro Real in Madrid where she collaborated with Sinfónica Verum and ballet Víctor Ullate. In 2022, she appeared with the Opera Liceu for a production of Debussy´s Pelléas et Melisande with Josep Pons. She began her professional studies at Conservatorio Superior de Música de Aragón. She then moved to London to complete a second degree at Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance with Gabriella dall’Olio and Frances Kelly, where she also completed a Master’s Degree. During this time she developed an additional interest in creating electronic music from electroacoustic harp and sound processing. Laura has a keen interest in contemporary performance practices and interdisciplinary collaborations. She has appeared with artist such as Chiara Dubey and Livia Rita, and has written her own arrangements of popular music for the electric harp with live looping. Laura maintains an active schedule of event performing, playing at weddings, funerals, receptions, and corporate events. She is a recurring musician at the Chelsea Old Town Hall, Cadogan Hotel and the Sofitel St-James. As well as being a notable freelance performer, Laura maintains a full-time teaching studio for pupils of all ages and abilities.

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Laura's Reviews

From Encore customers:

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Barny B
2 months ago
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5 out of 5

Laura was perfect for our wedding. She, and her harp, looked beautiful, and she took the trouble to dress in the colours we had chosen. She learned two tunes we specifically requested and everything sounded excellent. She set the mood for what was a lovely ceremony and we had a lot of positive comments about her and her playing from our guests.

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Patrick D
3 months ago
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4.3 out of 5

In a word: Wonderfull

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Rebecca M
4 months ago
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5 out of 5

Laura was amazing! Her playing was on point and she nailed all the songs we requested. Her communication was great and went out of her way to accommodate us as we really wanted 1 specific song. Only thing was that it was very quiet to start with, but Laura just sorted it and turned the volume up so no issues. Everyone enjoyed it and I made our wedding day even more special. Thank you Laura! Highly recommend.

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Jess B
5 months ago
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5 out of 5

We can't thank you enough. You both played absolutely beautiful & was an amazing part of our big day. Thank you so much xxx

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Faye B
1 year ago, for a Wedding in London SW3 5EB
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5 out of 5

A beautiful person and musician. Laura’s musical ability is divine. She has a traditional and also surprisingly different repertoire. My wedding was elevated by her talent and harp music. I am so glad I found her for my big day. My guests are still talking about the beautiful and atmospheric harp music. I can’t recommend her highly enough.

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Chris W
1 year ago, for a Wedding in London SW3 5EB
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5 out of 5

We were delighted to meet Laura at the Chelsea Registry open day; our ceremony was to be in the Brydon Room there and we immediately felt she would complement our wedding ceremony perfectly. Laura's communication through the booking process was efficient and her contribution with her music on the day made for a perfect ceremony, thank you Laura. Chris & Monique

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Laura's Song list

CLASSICAL
• Bridal march - Felix Mendelsshon
• Bridal chorus - Richard Wagner
• Wedding march/Trumpet voluntary - Henry Purcell
• Canon in D - Johann Pachelbel
• Prelude in C - J. S. Bach
• Air on G string - J.S. Bach
• Jesu, joy of man’s desiring - J. S. Bach
• Ave Maria - J. S. Bach/Gounod
• Guitar Concerto in D Major, 2nd mov. - A. Vivaldi
• Chaconne - Jeremiah Clarke
• I vow to thee my country - Gustav Holst
• Gymnopedie 1 - Erik Satie
• Gnossiene 1 - Erik Satie
• MinuetfromDonJuan-W.A.Mozart
• AveMaria-FranzSchubert
• Salutd’amour-EdwardElgar
• ChansondeMatin-EdwardElgar
• TheSwan-Saint-Saëns
• Arrival of the Queen of Sheba - G. F. Händel
• Lascia Ch'io Pianga (from Rinaldo) - G. F. Händel
• DiferenciaSobreLaFolia-17thCenturySpanish
• SwanLakethemes-P.I.Tchaikovsky
• OnWingsOfSong-FelixMendelssohn
• AdagioinGminor-TomasoGiovanniAlbinoni
• Feuillesd’Automne-AlphonseHasselmans
• PetiteValse-AlphonseHasselmans
• TheEntertainer-ScottJoplin
• I giorni - Ludovico Einaudi
• Nuvole Bianche - Ludovico Einaudi
• Primavera - Ludovico Einaudi
• Glassworks Opening - Philip Glass
• Metamorphosis 2 - Philip Glass
• Pavane - Gabriel Fauré
• Reverie - Claude Debussy
• First Arabesque - Claude Debussy
• Claire de Lune - Claude Debussy
• Kiss the rain - Yiruma
• River flows in you - Yiruma
• Meditation from Thais - Jules Massenet
FILMS/DISNEY
• Can you feel the love tonight - Lion King
• City of stars - La la land
• La Belle et la Bête - Beauty and the Beast
• Part of your world - The Little Mermaid
• A whole new world - Aladdin
• Married life - Up
• Concerning Hobbits - The Lord of the Rings
• Love is an open door - Frozen 2
• Colors of the Wind - Pocahontas
• So this is love - Cinderella
• Somewhere over the rainbow - The Wizard of Oz
• Once Upon a December - Anastasia
• Luma - Super Mario Galaxy
• Fairy Fountain - Zelda
• I see the light - Tangled
• You’ve got a friend in me - Toy Story
• All I ask of You - Phantom of the Opera
• Think Of Me - Phantom of the Opera
• On My Own - Les Miserables
• Endless Love - Diana Ross & Lionel Richie
TRADITIONAL/FOLK
• Greensleves
• O Danny boy/Londonderry Air
• Eleanor Plunkett
• The water is wide
• Loch Lomond
• Flower of Scotland
• Scarborough Fair
• The boatman
• Amazing grace
• Myfanwy - Welsh trad
POP-ROCK/JAZZ
• A thousand years - Christina Perry
• Perfect - Ed Sheeran
• A moment like this - Leona Lewis
• Can’t Help Falling in Love - Elvis Presley
• Shape of My Heart - Sting
• Autumn Leaves - Joseph Kosma
• Summer time - George Gershwin
• New York New York - Frank Sinatra
• Singin’ in the Rain - Frank Sinatra
• Strangers in the Night - Frank Sinatra
• Myway-FrankSinatra
• LaVieenRose-EdithPiaf
• Flymetothemoon-BartHoward
• What a wonderful world - Louis Armstrong
• My Funny Valentine - Richard Rodgers
• Your song - Elton John
• ThinkingoutLoud-EdSheeran
• Lovemelikeyoudo-EllieGoulding
• Shallow-LadyGagaandBradleyCooper
• All of Me - John Legend
• I say a little prayer - Aretha Franklin
• Moon river - Audrey Hepburn
• Tea For Two - Vincent Youmans
• Make you feel my love - Bob dylan/Adele
• Someone like you - Adele
• Hallelujah - Leonard Coen
• I’m Yours - Jason Mraz
• Marry you - Bruno Mars
• Halo - Beyoncé
• Ocean Eyes - Billie Eilish
• Lovely - Billie Eilish
• Hoppipolla- Sigur Ros
• Imagine - John Lennon
• All you need is love - The Beatles
• Fields of Gold - Sting
• Senza Fine - Gino Paoli
• I just called to say I love you - Stevie Wonder
• Isn’t She Lovely - Stevie Wonder
• Here comes the sun - The Beatles
• I don’t wanna miss a thing - Aerosmith
• You’re Beautiful - James Blunt
• Unchained Melody - The Righteous Brothers
• My Girl - The Temptations
• Sweet Child O’ Mine - Guns N’ Roses
• Nothing Else Matters - Metallica
• Ain’t Misbehavin’ - Fats Waller
• Misty - Error Garner
• Chasing Cars - Snow Patrol
• If I Where A Boy - Beyoncé
• Mamma Mia - ABBA
• If ain’t got you - Alicia Keys
• Dancing Queen - ABBA
• POV - Ariana Grande
• Señorita - Camila Cabello
• Havana - Camila Cabello
• Love Story - Taylor Swift
• Stay - Rihanna
• Roar - Katy Perry
• Firework - Katy Perry
• Blinding Lights - The Weeknd
• Memories - Maroon 5
• How Long Will I Love You - Ellie Goulding
• Paramore - Still into you
• Love is in the air - John Paul Young
CHRISTMAS
• Away in a Manger
• Coventry Carol
• Silent Night
• Deck the Halls
• What Child is This?
• Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
• Joy to the World
• O Holy Night
• The Twelve days of Christmas
• God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
• We Wish You a Merry Christmas
• Walking in the Air - The Snowman
• Last Christmas - Wham!
• Sleigh Ride - Leroy Anderson
• Jingle Bells - James Lord Pierpont
• Frosty the Snow Man - Steve Nelson & Jack Collins
• Holly Jolly Christmas - Johnny Marks
• Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas - Hugh Martin
• Let it Snow! Let it Snow! Let it Snow! - Julie Styne
• Little Dummer Boy - Katherine Davis
• I’ll Be Home for Christmas - Walter Kent
• I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus - Tommy Connor
• Winter Wonderland - Felix Bernard
• Silver Bells - Jay Livingston and Ray Evans
• The Christmas Song - Mel Torme and Robert Wells
• Santa Claus Is Comin’ To Town - J.Fred Cook
• In the Bleak Midwinter - Gustav Holst
• The Elf Factory - Tony Robinson & Amanda Whiting

Laura's Prices

Last updated: 2024

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)£250
Up to 1 hour£390
Up to 2 hours£450
Up to 3 hours£550
Packages
Wedding Ceremony
Music while the guests arrive and during the key moments of the ceremony.
£390
Drinks reception
Two performances of up to 45 mins each during your drinks reception.
£450
Wedding breakfast
Three performances of 40min each during your wedding breakfast.
£550
Wedding Ceremony + Drinks Reception
Music before your wedding ceremony begins, during its key moments and two sets of 45min during your drinks reception.
£650

Add-ons

New Song Arrangement
+£45
Song recording
+£60
Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

My clients love the personal details I add to each performance. They are completely tailored to their taste and event, not only in music choices but other fine details such as dress color coordination!

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

I have performed in numerous venues in the UK and abroad including: - The Cadogan Hotel - The Ritz - Eltham Palace - Sofitel St James - Lanes of London - Chelsea Old Town Hall - Gran Teatre del Liceu, Barcelona - The Cadogan Hall - Teatro Real, Madrid

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

I love a wide variety of music and is hard to pick only a few. I think that's what make me most versatile, I can be listening to classical one second, followed by heavy metal, followed by the latest pop hit.

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

I always try to be flexible so if the times change get in touch with me with the new timings and I can adjust where possible.

How much time do you need to set up?

I usually arrive about 1h before the event starts to set up, get ready and talk to the event organizer/registrar if needed.

Is the transport of your harp included in your quote?

Yes, travel is included in the quote.

Do you need any equipment provided to play outdoors?

To play outdoors I will need a shaded area or cover from the weather to protect the instrument. This can always be discussed with the venue's management for best placement. The harp is acoustic and it tends to be loud enough. My harp has a pick-up installed inside, so if it is a big wedding, I can provide amplification.

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

Yes! For the wedding ceremony you can hand pick each song but for longer sets I recommend you choose your top songs and I will craft a playlist that suits your style.

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

I do learn specific pieces for most of my events so that you can have your dream music playing on your special day. I can arrange and learn almost any song!
Musicianship
Genres:
Classical, Jazz, Folk, Pop, Christmas, Traditional church music, Contemporary Christian, Military, Baroque, Classical crossover, Contemporary classical, Medieval music, Film / TV music, Early music, Musical theatre, Opera, Renaissance, Fanfare, Ambient, 1940s era music, 1930s era music, 1920s era music, 1960s era music, 1970s era music, 1980s era music, 1990s era music, 1950s era music, Country, Folk rock, Traditional Irish folk, Traditional Scottish folk, Traditional English folk, Blues, Experimental, Acoustic, Top 40, Covers, Indie, Classic rock, World music, Flamenco, Polka, Tango, Samba, Scottish music, Spanish music, Bossa nova, Light music, Ambient pop, Rock
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Event types:
Wedding, Concert, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Church service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Private event, Corporate event, Charity event, Recording session, Theatre / Show, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve, Virtual event
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Other skills:
Fluent sight-reader, Instrumental teaching, Theory teaching, Live looping
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