Engagement party Harpists for hire in Reading
Latest reviews of our Engagement Party Harpists in Reading
"Fantastic musician and a wonderful asset to our wedding day. Cecily was incredible. I could not recommend her more highly. 10/10! "
Katherine hired Cecily Beer for a Wedding (available in Reading)
"Zara was excellent. For the aisle walk she played a song we'd requested and gave it a beautiful rendition, recognisable but phrased in a way to work seamlessly with the ceremony. Our wedding was a small, intimate occasion and Zara's background playing as guests arrived was gentle and natural, which set exactly the right tone. Easy to work with throughout, especially on the day when we had so much else to think about, a real pleasure. We had lots of positive comments on the music from our guests too so I wholeheartedly recommend."
Matt hired Zara Siddiqi for a Wedding (available in Reading)
"What a wonderful performance Zara gave us. A small private event was made truly memorable and special with Zara’s contribution. Excellent, friendly communication, Zara soon understood what we needed. Zara put together a perfect balance of classical music, modern pieces and met any requests. Our guests were delighted and will have lovely memories to share. I would highly recommend Zara as a performer .she made some excellent suggestions and was very flexible making the event perfect "
Anthony hired Zara Siddiqi for a Private event (available in Reading)
FAQs about hiring Engagement Party Harpists in Reading
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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 Reading
Useful information
Engagement Party Harpists in Reading typically play Classical, Pop, Bollywood, and most respond to enquiries within 13 hours. Demand peaks in June, July, August, 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 Reading?
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 2848 bookings and 1615 verified reviews across the UK.
Last updated: 5 October 2026
