Engagement party Harpists for hire in Chester
Latest reviews of our Engagement Party Harpists in Chester
"Elfair played at my wedding on the 16th of May 2026. Elfair set such a beautiful mood for my guests and played at the venue off Shakespeare North Playhouse with emotion and pride. I have had so many wonderful comment from m guests saying how beautiful Elfair played and the harp was almost mesmerising. A fitting musician to play at the venue and my wedding. Elfair couldn’t do enough to ensure that everything was planned ahead and with an extensive collection of songs to choose from we were spoilt for choice about what songs we wanted. A huge thank you to Elfair for playing so gracefully. If you are wanting a harpist to play then Elfair is 100% guaranteed. Lee & Paul May 2026 "
Lee hired Elfair Dyer for a Wedding (available in Chester)
"Elfair was perfect! Great communication. Very helpful. Professional and helpful. Played beautifull background music at my daughter's wedding reception drinks and breakfast. Highly recommend Elfair for that something extra special. Guests loved the music. "
Alex hired Elfair Dyer for a Wedding (available in Chester)
"Very good, played all the songs that we wanted. Even hung around for the delay. "
Sam hired Rhianwen Pugh for a Wedding (available in Chester)
FAQs about hiring Engagement Party Harpists in Chester
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What kind of music will a harpist perform?
Harpists usually play music from a large classical-style repertoire. However, many harpists will be able to play a selection of pop music as well. Make sure to let them know ahead of time what kind of music you'd like them to play and they'll be more than happy to accomodate you!
How much space will the harpist need to perform? Do I need to provide anything?
Harpists need an area of about 2m x 3m to perform in. You will also need to be provide adequate cover for them, to protect from the sun/rain - the surface should also be flat, firm, and dry. Grass is usually a no-no, so if they are to perform on grass, make sure a solid mat is handy. Wet harp = sad harpist.
I want a harpist to perform at my wedding: which parts of the wedding should they play?
Most commonly, harpists will perform during the following parts of the ceremony: seating of the guests, entrance of the bride, signing of the registry, and the walk-out. If you want the harpist to provide music for the reception, make sure you tell them well in advance if it's at a different venue - moving a harp at short notice ain't easy!
Hiring an Engagement Party Harpist in Chester
Useful information
Engagement Party Harpists in Chester typically play Classical, Pop, Jazz, and most respond to enquiries within an hour. Demand peaks in May, June, July, so if your event falls in that window, it's worth getting in touch early to secure your preferred act.
How much does it cost to hire an Engagement Party Harpist in Chester?
Prices for Engagement Party Harpists vary depending on experience, set length, and the size of the act. As a guide, budget Engagement Party Harpists typically charge around £290 per booking, mid-range acts around £420, and high-end Engagement Party Harpists from £550 per booking upwards.
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This page was created by the Encore team using data from 2721 bookings and 1496 verified reviews across the UK.
Last updated: 8 June 2026
