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I am a professional harpist and I help engaged couples add a personal, memorable, and unique touch to their wedding day by providing them with beautiful music.
Amie True’s beautiful harp melodies will provide an opulent musical backdrop for your special event, creating a magical, celebratory atmosphere for both you and your guests.
Valeria is a sought-after harpist with a vast repertoire including pop, hip-hop jazz, classical and more. She has played for audiences ranging from HM King Charles III to the Rolling Stones.
I perform classical and modern music for all types of events. I am flexible and I want my clients to feel they can easily approach me because their occasion matters to me.
I am an international award-winning harpist with over 15 years of performing experience, and am honoured to have given solo performances for HM The Queen and at Downing Street.
The unique sight and sound of the harp will instantly add a touch of class and sophistication to any event. Its gentle, dulcet tones create a heavenly and sparkling atmosphere, perfect for weddings, parties and more! Make your event stand out by including harp music as your entertainment. With many years of experience, Jess has a variety of repertoire that will provide something for everyone to enjoy. She can perform music of many different genres, including pop, jazz and traditional.
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Jess Hughes is an award-winning, classically-trained harpist who has two degrees from the RNCM. She has performed a variety of solo recitals in and around Greater Manchester, and she has provided beautiful background music for various weddings, parties, and private and corporate functions.
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If you’re planning a Manchester celebration and want music that feels elegant without being stuffy, a harpist is a brilliant choice. The sound immediately lifts a room, it works beautifully in industrial spaces and modern venues alike, and it keeps conversation flowing. In this guide we explain how to book the right harpist for Manchester weddings, corporate awards, hotel lounges, proposals, and graduations. We cover styles, pricing, logistics, and simple planning tips, so you can make confident decisions and get on with the fun part.
Manchester audiences love personality and polish. A harpist gives you both. The instrument has serious visual presence, which suits contemporary spaces and photo-led events, and the repertoire can swing from classical favourites to modern pop. That means we can nod to the city’s culture without turning the night into a singalong. It’s classy, it’s current, and it works at low volume where a band might be too much. What we also like for Manchester is flexibility. Most harpists can perform acoustically for intimate corners, or plug in with light amplification for larger rooms. That makes it easy to glide from ceremony to reception, or from arrivals to dinner, with no fuss.
Here are the Manchester occasions where a harpist shines, and how to shape the booking for each.
Manchester venues are diverse, which is part of the fun. A few practical pointers help you match harp to room.
Access matters. Full-size concert harps are large and delicate. Harpists will ask about parking, steps, lift dimensions, and distances. If your venue has long corridors or multiple levels, factor in a few extra minutes for moves between spaces.
You can be as traditional or as modern as you like. Harpists in Manchester typically offer:
When you send an enquiry, share two or three style markers, such as “modern pop with a few soulful classics” or “elegant ceremony then upbeat reception”. That simple steer helps your harpist shape a set that fits your crowd.
For Manchester bookings, most solo harpist packages sit around £300 to £450, with the lower end covering a short weekday slot and the upper end covering weekend peak times or longer play. What you typically get:
Extras that can affect price:
If your budget is tight, reduce the number of sets and focus on the most high-impact moments. A single, perfectly placed set often lands better than three average ones.
A good match makes everything easier. Here’s how we shortlist in Manchester.
A simple running order keeps your event smooth. Here are two sample outlines you can adapt.
Harp setup is neat and quick, but a few small details make a big difference.
We like to keep things subtle. Rather than on-the-nose choices, ask for a set that blends contemporary chart melodies, a few classic ballads reworked for harp, and a handful of soul-inspired instrumentals. This approach feels authentic to the city, brings smiles of recognition, and still suits smart occasions. If there are two or three songs that are special to you, share them early so the harpist can confirm arrangements.
We want your event to feel easy, personal, and secure from the first click. Here is how we make that happen.
Final word Manchester loves events with personality, and a harpist gets you there with grace. The sound is elegant, the look is striking, and the repertoire can be tailored to your crowd. Keep the plan simple, pick the right performer, and lock in the key moments. We will help you do it quickly, clearly, and with full peace of mind. When you are ready, tell us your date and we will match you with the ideal Manchester harpist so you can start shaping the music for your day.