Harpists for hire in Reading

Hire a harpist in Reading for your wedding, party or event. Whether you're booking a wedding harpist to set the mood as you walk down the aisle or you need some beautiful harp music to accompany a drinks reception, you've come to the right place! Our professional classically-trained harp players can perform anything from pop covers to classical showpieces to create the perfect angelic ambiance at your event. Browse our selection of the 130 best harp players local to Reading here.

Read more
Booking protection
Secure online payments
Free 48hr cancellations
Support available Mon-Sun
HarpistsinReadingforany price, sort bybest match
All the groups below are available to travel to Reading
Shortlist
Hire Rachel Horton-Kitchlew Harpist with Encore
View profile
Check availability
£375 - £750
HarpistThame

I've played over 100 weddings, each made romantic and memorable by the harp. I'll make the perfect arrangements for your special day.

Shortlist
Hire Aoife Miralles Harpist with Encore
View profile
Check availability
£370 - £500
HarpistOxford

Oxfordshire-based harpist. Available for solo and orchestral work, weddings, events, and private tuition.

Shortlist
Hire Maddy Hurlstone Harpist with Encore
View profile
Check availability
£200 - £600
HarpistAlton

A beautiful and elegant addition to any event, guaranteed to bring your event's vision to life.

Shortlist
Hire Cecily Beer Harpist with Encore
View profile
Check availability
HarpistCamberley

Resident Harpist of The Waldorf, one of London’s luxury hotels, Cecily is one of the most in demand harpists in the South East.

Shortlist
Hire Zara Siddiqi Harpist with Encore
View profile
Check availability
£312.50 - £625
HarpistHarrow

UK Harpist available for Weddings, Private Events, and background music. Varied repertoire; jazz, pop, classical, Celtic traditional.

Shortlist
Hire Emilija Harpist with Encore
View profile
Check availability
£125 - £375
HarpistWembley

Lithuanian National Instrument 'kanklės' player, National Laureate / Classical / Contemporary Classical / Folk / POP / Soundtrack Music

Shortlist
Hire Aideen Mchugh Harpist with Encore
View profile
Check availability
From£180
HarpistHarefield

Harpist and Violinist with over 10 years of experience of playing background music at events.

Shortlist
Hire Jemima Small Harpist with Encore
View profile
Check availability
HarpistThatcham

Berkshire harpist, playing for weddings and functions. Ready to make your event extra special

Shortlist
Hire Haley Wong Harpist with Encore
View profile
Check availability
£280 - £550
HarpistOxford

I have performed in multiple venues: France, Japan, Italy, and most recently and notably, the Sheldonian Theatre in Oxford.

Shortlist
Hire Julia Read Scottish Piper & Harpist Harpist with Encore
View profile
Check availability
£350 - £462.50
HarpistBourne End

Based in Marlow, I offer the bagpipes and harp for events. I can play both instruments at the same event.

Shortlist
Hire Meta Killick Harpist with Encore
View profile
Check availability
£233 - £400
HarpistWinchester

Meta is a folk harpist, therapeutic harp practitioner and music therapist available for events in Hampshire. All music is played by heart.

Shortlist
Hire Claire Marie Haynes Harpist with Encore
View profile
Check availability
From£180
HarpistAylesbury

Claire is a professional harpist based in Aylesbury and is available to hire for Weddings, Concerts, Recitals and Corporate events.

Shortlist
Hire Roberta Mascia Harpist with Encore
View profile
Check availability
£250 - £600
HarpistLondon

Experienced harpist for your memorable event. Available with Celtic harp for classical, pop and religious music background.

Shortlist
Hire Rachael Brentwood Harpist with Encore
View profile
Check availability
£295 - £390
HarpistManchester

Magnificent music and a beautiful atmosphere from a first-class professional harpist. Pop, classical, bollywood, Disney, jazz, folk & more ♥

Shortlist
Hire Tomos Xerri Harpist with Encore
View profile
Check availability
From£200
HarpistLondon

Tomos is a professional, highly experienced, and flexible harpist available for weddings, recitals, and orchestral gigs, covering the UK.

Shortlist
Hire Glenda Allaway Harpist with Encore
View profile
Check availability
From£350
HarpistLondon

"I have to say having Glenda at our wedding was the best decision we made."

Shortlist
Hire Isabel Harries Harpist with Encore
View profile
Check availability
HarpistLondon

Professional and highly experienced harpist based in West Wales and London. Hire Isabel and her gold harp for your wedding or special event

Shortlist
Hire Natalie Lurie Harpist with Encore
View profile
Check availability
£300 - £500
HarpistLondon

Trained at the Royal Academy of Music, Natalie is a classical and pop harpist with 20+ years of experience.

FAQs about hiring Harpists in Reading

Take the stress out of hiring musicians with Encore

How long do harpists play for?

Harpists play for about 45-50 minutes, then take a 15-minute break to rest, drink water, and play beautiful music again. A harp performance often lasts two sets, or around two hours in total.

Would a harp suit my event?

Harpists are perfect for occasions (or portions of occasions) where you want live music but don't want it to be the main attraction. Wedding harpists are particularly common but the harp is also suited for corporate events and funerals/memorial ceremonies, typically as background music during the sections where visitors are chatting, such as drinks receptions.

Do harpists take requests?

Yes! Harpists enjoy adding new compositions to their repertoire, and if they can't find an arrangement, they will often compose one for your event. This may result in an additional fee for your booking, but it is definitely worth the extra cost to have such a unique form of party entertainment.

What types of music can harpists play?

Professional harpists are versatile musicians capable of playing a wide variety of music genres. While classical music is their forte, they can also perform contemporary, popular, and even experimental music. Classical harpists excel in Baroque, Romantic, and modern compositions, including works by renowned composers like Bach, Mozart, and Debussy. Additionally, harpists can arrange and perform traditional folk music from various cultures, showcasing the harp's adaptability to diverse musical traditions. They can enchant listeners with Celtic tunes, Middle Eastern melodies, and Latin American folk songs. Harp players can also play modern hits, film scores, jazz classics, and even well-liked rock or pop tunes, providing a distinctive and refined rendition of these genres. You can browse and filter through our varied collection of 145 harpists for hire to find one that will play the genres you're looking for. You can also speak to one of our experts to get tailored advice on booking a harpist for your event.

How long will the harpist play for?

Yes, harpists will bring their own harp and the majority of harpists will have a music stand and a stool. However, they may occasionally need you to provide a chair. There should also be sufficient lighting in the area where they will be playing.

Hiring a Harpist in Reading

Useful information

Popular genres:
Classical, Pop, Folk
Average response time:
10 hours
Busiest times:
May, August, September

How much does it cost to hire a Harpist in Reading?

The typical price for a Harpist is:
£Budget£290
££Pro£420
£££High-end£550+

Try our instant price calculator

Answer 1 quick question to get an instant quote estimate
1How long would you need musicians for?
1 hour
2 hours
3 hours
Bear in mind: musicians typically play for 45 mins with a 15 min break per hour.
Not quite sure of what you want?
We’re here to help!
Morven, our bookings specialist, is on hand to guide and assist you
1
Tell us about your event.
2
Relevant musicians are instantly alerted.
3
Available performers respond with tailored quotes.
Finding the perfect musician has never been easier.

A guide to hiring Harpists

Take the hassle out of hiring Harpists with Encore Musicians

The fastest way to find and book great musicians