Harpist for your wedding
in Hong Kong
We have a growing classical, contemporary and jazz repertoire, built up by requests. Do you have a favorite piece of music that you would like played?
If it is not included on our repertoire, ask us anyway: we may be able to arrange something just for you! If you are considering hiring Music from our studio, please contact us with any questions you may have.
It's the moment you've been waiting for - you and your wedding party making a grand entrance and walking down the aisle.
But what music will you select for your classical wedding ceremony? Music has the power to set a mood, bring to mind emotion, and give moment unique character. Classical music is a traditional choice for wedding ceremonies.
The music at your wedding should be something to treasure forever - don't let it be something you would rather just forget.
If you desire to make your ceremony unique choose the harp for wedding music.
You can think of your classical wedding as having four "stages" when selecting your harp music.
The prelude is harp background music played prior to the wedding ceremony, while the guests are arriving and being seated. It is usually 15 - 30 minutes in length, depending on the wedding ceremony location and the number of guests.
During this time, you may wish to play quiet, meditative pieces or light and cheerful harp music. From there, your harpist can select appropriate pieces from her repertoire.
As your guests arrive, they are greeted by the sound - and the sight - of the harp. The prelude music sets the tone for the rest of your ceremony, so it should reflect the style of your wedding.
There are typically three parts to the processional:
The ceremonial seating of parents and grandparents signals to the guests the beginning of the actual wedding ceremony. After the last parent is seated the attendants enter.
The final and most important part of the processional is, of course, the bride's entrance. This is where she will be making her grand entrance, so for the bridal processional the harpist usually plays the most stately and majestic of the processional selections. As with the attendants' processional, the bridal processional should be at an easy walking speed.
The harp is the perfect instrument to add something special to any occasion:
Elena has had a wide experience playing weddings and other functions around Hong Kong, playing for numbers of people ranging from small private dinner parties to 100+ receptions.
Picking music for your wedding is a very personal choice but Elena will offer help and suggestions if you would like a bit of guidance. Her repertoire ranges from classical harp wedding music, light classical through to folk music, jazz arrangements and popular songs. Vocal and harp duo is also available.
Depending on the order of ceremony, you may want one or two selections played during the wedding ceremony. Playing as your guests find their seats before the ceremony starts, time depends on venue and what you decide, but as a guide 20mins before the entrance of the Bridal party.
Music during the signing of the register and photos. Music as you 'walk down the aisle' and your guests leave the place. This might be a solo of a special song, background music for the lighting of your unity candle, or a meditative piece after a prayer.
Recessional music is played right after the ceremony, as the newly-married couple walks back up the aisle, followed by the wedding party. This piece is joyful and upbeat, celebrating the wedding that has just taken place. From time to time the first recessional is followed by a second similar piece, played as the guests are walking out.
Recessional harp music is played right after the ceremony, as the newly-married couple walks back up the aisle, followed by the wedding party.
Playing on harp and flute, Elena and Fiona are available for hire to add an elegant touch to weddings and functions. They perform a diverse range of pleasant and romantic music including classical favorites, pop, Broadway and film songs, light jazz and traditional songs.
A harp at your wedding will provide you with elegant music played on a beautiful instrument, creating the perfect atmosphere for you and your guests on your wedding day. Many couples enjoy this opportunity to hear and see a harp up close.
Don't worry if you aren't sure exactly what music you'd like - that's what a professional harpist is here for. During your wedding music consultation, she can provide suggestions, and play a variety of selections for you to choose from.