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About Rebecca

Experienced, versatile and sensitive harpist based in Hertfordshire, available for weddings, funerals and other events. Willing to travel!

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Ware

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Rebecca Watts is a professional harpist based in Hertfordshire. She plays the harp at recitals, weddings, christenings, corporate events and funerals. Rebecca is an experienced, sensitive and versatile player, and will do her best to make sure your occasion is as special as you would like. Rebecca has played for Royalty, Ministers and other VIPs, in venues such as the House of Commons, National Gallery, Westminster Cathedral and the London Concert Halls. Rebecca has also performed regularly as part of a duo, voice and harp, Sounds Serene. Her repertoire is extensive and spans pop, classical, musicals, movies, bollywood, folk and jazz. Requests are welcomed.

Rebecca

5 out of 5

10 verified reviews

Satisfaction

5.0

Professionalism

5.0

Communication

5.0

Punctuality

5.0

Rebecca's Reviews

5 out of 5

Rebecca was incredible at our wedding! Nothing was too much and she even arrived early to rehearse with our church choir so they could perform during our service. She was even happy to relocate and perform in two locations!! Everyone commented on the wonderful vibe she set and her technical ability and musicality was second to none. From one muso to another, Rebecca we were in awe of you and we can never thank you enough for the time, effort and flawless delivery you gave us for our most special day. If you’re considering a harpist for any occasion, Rebecca is the lady for the job and if we EVER have an excuse to hire her again, you can guarantee she’ll be having a call from us!

5 out of 5

Rebecca's harp performance at our wedding was nothing short of enchanting! Her unique twist of playing video game songs added a delightful and unexpected touch to our special day. The moment she began to play, the atmosphere transformed into a magical blend of nostalgia and romance. Rebecca's talent and versatility brought a personalized charm that our guests couldn't stop raving about. If you're looking for a harpist who can turn your favorite tunes into pure wedding magic, Rebecca is the one! Thank you for making our day even more memorable. 🎶✨

5 out of 5

Rebecca was great. Highly recommend. Made our big day feel very organic and natural.

5 out of 5

We had the most amazing wedding day and Rebecca being a part of it was the icing on the cake. The music was beautiful and so many of our guests mentioned how much Rebecca’s music added to the ambience of the room. Rebecca was lovely and we cannot recommend her more highly, if you are thinking of booking please don’t hesitate! Thanks again Rebecca for being a part of our day. Sam & Becca xx

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5 out of 5

Hi Rebecca, Just wanted to say a huge thank you for playing at my sister-in-laws funeral. As you know we were struggling to get a harpist that would do a funeral in our area but you saved the day (at very Short notice) and gave Lula her wish. The two pieces you played (1000 years & In the Arms of Angels) were truly beautiful. It was really nice chatting & getting to know you, you are a very special lady. Take care. Lee & Tracey

5 out of 5

I’m happy to recommend you to my friends, The music played at my wife’s funeral was truly amazing we had 500 people at the funeral and so many people complimented you on your instrument. It made a very difficult day more bearable. Thanks so much.

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5 gigs

Experienced: 5 bookings through Encore

Saved the day!

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7th Anniversary

This act has been working with Encore for over 7 years

Rebecca's Song list

Classical

About strange lands and people Schumann

Adagio Croft

Air on a G string Bach

Allegro Handel

Arabesque no. 1 Debussy

Ave Maria (Not for Civil Ceremony) Bach/Gounod

Canon in D Pachelbel

Carrillon Handel

Chaconne Clarke

Cradle song Brahms

David devant l'Arche Chapuis

Etude de concert Bochsa

Fall of the leafe Peerson

Fantasie Spohr

Gymnopedie no. 1 Satie

Hornpipe in Bb Purcell

La fille aux cheveux de lin Debussy

Morning Grieg

Nocturne Glinka

Pasacaille Handel

Pavane & variations Cabazon

Pie Jesu (NFCC) Lloyd Webber

Prelude no. 1 Bach

Romance in Ab Parish Alvars

Romance in G Parish Alvars

Rondo Purcell

Sarabande Bach

Siciliano Bach

Sonata in D Parry

Sonatina Dussek

Sonatina Hook

Sonatine Handel

Trumpet Tune Purcell

Trumpet Voluntary Clarke

Variations on a theme of Mozart Glinka

Wedding March Mendelssohn

Wedding March Wagner

Popular Repertoire

All I ask of you Lloyd Webber

All I have to do is dream Bryant

All kinds of everything Lindsey/Smith

Angel McLachlan

A world of our own Springfield

Be my love Brodszky

Blowin' in the wind Dylan

Born Free Barry

Bridge over troubled water Simon

Cavatina Myers

Chi Mai Morriconi

Congratulations Martin/Coulter

Dedicated to the one I love Pauling/Bass

Don't cry for me Argentina Lloyd Webber

Everything I do I do for you Adams

Feelings Albert

Georgy Girl Springfield

Gone the rainbow Yarrow/Stookey/Okun/Travers

Hello Richie

I am sailing Stewart

I can't stop loving you Gibson

I don't know how to love him Lloyd Webber

I get a kick out of you Porter

I only want to be with you Hawker/Raymonde

Here comes the sun Harrison

Lara's theme from Doctor Zhivago Jarre

Les Miserables selection Boublil/Schonberg

Let it be Lennon/McCartney

Love changes everything Lloyd Webber

Love story Lai

Love theme from the Thornbirds Mancini

May each day Wyle

Memory Lloyd Webber

Moon river Mancini

Music of the night Lloyd Webber

My girl Robinson/White

Oh what a beautiful mornin' Rogers

Onedin line – Spartacus theme Kachaturian

Out of my dreams Rogers

Perfect Sheeran

Thousand Years Perri

Folk Music Repertoire

Tunes from England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales

Examples:

All through the night

Believe me if all those endearing young charms

Brian Boru's march

Cwm Rhondda

Greensleeves

Land of our Fathers

Last rose of summer

Londonderry air (Danny Boy)

Minstrel Boy

Myfanwy

My love is like a red red rose

Scarborough Fair

Skye boat song

Swing low sweet chariot

Mairi's wedding

Rebecca's Prices

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

Performance duration	Price
Short performance (up to 15 min)	£210
Up to 1 hour	£295
Up to 2 hours	£340
Up to 3 hours	£385

Customer questions

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

I try to be as flexible as possible to help ensure your event

How much time do you need to set up?

I usually set up 45 minutes beforehand, although I can be ready sooner if the venue

Is the transport of your harp included in your quote?

Absolutely- I’ve included all travel costs, including the transport of my harp, in the quotes.

Do you need any equipment provided to play outdoors?

None at all - my instrument is played acoustically so I don't need any equipment. If it is raining then I will need full cover or to perform indoors as my instrument is valuable and could be damaged.

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

Yes, I’ll do my best to accommodate your wishes, and make your event truly unique.

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

Yes, I am happy to be asked, and may well know it already.

What do your clients love most about your performances?

Sensitive musicality

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

Barbican London Festival Hall Fairfield Halls O2 Westminster Cathedral National Gallery House of Commons Brentwood Cathedral St Paul’s Cathedral Hatfield House Snape Maltings Many top hotels and clubs including: Lanesborough Mayfair Dorchester Metropole Hyde Park Four Seasons Langham Athenaeum Royal Horse Guards Grosvenor House Hanbury Manor

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

A wide range of musical genres and artists.

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

World premiere of a piece at the Barbican

Musicianship

Genres:

Jazz, Folk, Pop, Rock, Electronic, Christmas, Contemporary Christian, Traditional church music, Classical, Baroque, Classical crossover, Contemporary classical, Early music, Fanfare, Film / TV music, Medieval music, Musical theatre, Opera, Renaissance, 1960s era music, 1970s era music, 1980s era music, 1940s era music, 1950s era music, 1920s era music, 1930s era music, Traditional English folk, Traditional Irish folk, Traditional Scottish folk, Easy listening, Light music, Originals, Vintage, Scottish music, French music

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Instruments:

Harp

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Event types:

Wedding, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Church service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Private event, Corporate event, Charity event, Concert, Recording session, Theatre / Show, Cruise, Burns night, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve

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Other skills:

Instrumental teaching, Fluent improviser

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