Harpists for hire Near You

Hire a harpist near you 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 164 best harp players local to you here.

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Hire Rachael Brentwood Harpist with Encore
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£295 - £390
HarpistManchester

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

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Hire Tomos Xerri Harpist with Encore
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From£200
HarpistLondon

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

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Hire Glenda Allaway Harpist with Encore
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From£350
HarpistLondon

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

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Hire Isabel Harries Harpist with Encore
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HarpistLondon

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

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Hire Natalie Lurie Harpist with Encore
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£300 - £500
HarpistLondon

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

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Hire Elinor Nicholson Harpist with Encore
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£440 - £640
HarpistManchester

Manchester based harpist providing classical and contemporary harp music for any occasion.

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Hire Scarlett Smith Harpist with Encore
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HarpistBristol

✨ Electro-acoustic harp bops for fun filled celebrations ✨ Live looping & modern covers.

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Hire Erica Sinclair Harpist with Encore
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£300 - £400
HarpistDroitwich

Worcestershire-based harpist with over fifteen years' experience playing for weddings and events

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Hire Harriet Adie Harpist with Encore
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£350 - £450
HarpistLondon

With over 15 years' experience, award winning harpist Harriet has played for Royalty, film stars, and luxury brands such as Patek Philippe.

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Hire Glain Dafydd Harpist with Encore
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From£230
HarpistLondon

Glain is a professional harpist in London

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Hire Ada Grace Francis - Singing Harpist and Pianist Harpist with Encore
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£350 - £550
HarpistManchester

Singing harpist and pianist playing contemporary songs, adding a unique twist to the traditional wedding instrument!

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Hire Zita Silva Harpist with Encore
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£437.50 - £562.50
HarpistBedford

Experienced and versatile freelance harpist based in London, England and Porto, Portugal.

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Hire Lucy Nolan Harpist with Encore
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£400 - £750
HarpistDerbyshire

Award-winning harpist available for solo and orchestral work, weddings, events and private tuition in North England and the Midlands.

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Hire Fionnuala Kirby Harpist with Encore
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£300 - £500
HarpistYelverton

Celtic Harpist who plays for Weddings and Events in Devon, Cornwall, Somerset and Dorset with a wide repertoire of musical styles.

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Hire Sophie Rocks Harpist with Encore
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£406.25 - £562.50
HarpistGlasgow

Scottish award winning professional harpist. With years of experience, Sophie is committed to adding that special touch to your occasion.

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Hire Mark Levin Harpist with Encore
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HarpistOxted

Mark is a professional harpist with over 10 years weddings and events experience around the UK, offering a unique contemporary harp style.

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Hire Tsvetelina Likova Harpist with Encore
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£350 - £450
HarpistEdinburgh

Professional electric and acoustic harpist who would love to make your event a magical experience for you and your guests

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Hire Noa Davies Harpist with Encore
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£400 - £675
HarpistBicester

Bespoke live harp music for every occasion! Featured on Season 1 of Ultimate Wedding Planner!

Latest reviews of our Harpists

Wendy Jane
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"Wendy was amazing! She played the harp during our ceremony, and also volunteered to sing for us! Always available before our wedding day to arrange all the little details for her performance. We were so happy to have her with us and make the event even more special - also, everybody loved her performance! I wish her all the best in any future musical endeavours she will engage with!"

Michalis hired Wendy Jane for a Wedding

Verified Review, 27 October 2024
Lizzie Peacock
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"Great all the way from booking to the actual day, everyone made comments on how good Lizzie was and how it added to the atmosphere."

Andy hired Lizzie Peacock for a Wedding

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Noa Davies
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"Noa was absolutely fantastic on our wedding day. Our guests have all complimented how beautifully she played - “she left us in a bubble of calm and serenity whilst waiting for the bride”. I couldn’t have asked for anything more. Thank you Noa! "

Zoe hired Noa Davies for a Wedding

Verified Review, 25 October 2024

FAQs about hiring Harpists in the UK

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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 Near You

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Popular genres:
Classical, Pop, Folk
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60 hours
Busiest times:
June, August, September

How much does it cost to hire a Harpist in the UK?

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

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