Allie Robertson - Harpist

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Ailie Robertson is an international harpist based in London. Her diverse repertoire encompasses classical, folk and jazz music.

She has some of the most impressive credentials in the harp world. A 5-time National Mod Gold Medalist, she was also 1st prizewinner at the inaugural London Harp Competition, and best overall musician at the Edinburgh Competition Festival. She has represented Commun na Clarsach for Scotland at the Pan Celtic Festival in Ireland, and in 2005 she was awarded a scholarship from the ESU in recognition of her ‘virtuosic clarsach playing’, and was a winner of the St Albans New Roots award. She was the winner of the Live Ireland award for ‘Instrumental Cut of the Year’ for her debut album ‘First Things First’.

Ailie now enjoys a successful solo career throughout the United Kingdom, giving regular public recitals in addition to freelance orchestral engagements. She provides the highest level of performance for weddings, functions and corporate events and has performed for HRH the Queen, at the Scottish Parliament, and for many VIP events.

For wedding ceremonies, the music is carefully tailored to suit your individual wishes. Ailie has a comprehensive list of over 200 pieces of classical, light pop, jazz and folk music. She can either perform on the concert pedal harp or the clarsach (lever harp).

To find out more about this act or to get a direct price then enquire now.

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'We used Ailie Robertson who is based in Edinburgh and she was superb! We wanted modern songs for the ceremony and she learnt Elbow- one fine day for me walking down the aisle, Snow Patrol-Run for signing the register and we walked out to good old Robbie-Angels. She was very well priced so we had her play an extra hour. Everyone commented on how great she was and she set the mood for the rest of the day. Money well spent.'

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How far in advance should we book?

As soon as you know your date. Weekends, especially in summer, can book up 12 months or more ahead, so the earlier you secure Allie Robertson, the better. We can sometimes help at a few weeks' notice too, so it's always worth asking.

What's your payment and cancellation policy?

A £250 reservation fee secures your date, and the balance is due 30 days before the event. If you cancel more than three months before, you only lose the reservation fee. Charges then rise on a sliding scale, and the full amount is due within one month of the date. Your booking agreement sets out the exact terms.

What if the timings change after we book?

That's fine. Plans often change as the day gets closer. Just let the Hireaband team know, and we'll check the new timings with Allie Robertson and update your booking. If you'd like to add more performance time or another act later on, we can arrange that too.

What should we expect if we've never booked an act through Hireaband before?

We'll guide you from your first enquiry to the day itself. You'll get a written booking agreement, a clear quote and a named contact. Hireaband is free to use, and with the Hireaband Price Promise you'll never pay more for an act than by booking anywhere else.

How much contact will we have with the act before the event?

We'll put you in touch with Allie Robertson around three months before your date, so you can go through timings, music choices and any special requests together. Until then, the Hireaband team are on hand to answer any questions.

Can we see the act perform before booking?

Most performances are at private events, so it isn't always possible to see an act live. The videos, audio and client reviews on this page are the best way to get a feel for Allie Robertson. If you'd like to know more, the Hireaband team are happy to talk it through with you.

How far will you travel?

Many of our acts perform across the UK. Any quote you receive already includes travel, so there are no surprise extras. For longer journeys an overnight stay may be needed, and we'll tell you before you book.

Are you insured?

If your venue asks for public liability insurance or electrical safety (PAT) certificates, let the Hireaband team know. We'll get the paperwork from Allie Robertson and send it to your venue.

Will we need to provide anything on the day?

This depends on the act and how long they're with you. Some need a space to get ready, parking, or a meal if they're with you for several hours. We'll confirm Allie Robertson's requirements with you before the day, so there are no surprises.

What happens if the performer is ill on the day?

It's very rare, but if it happens we'll find a suitable replacement. Hireaband is one of the UK's largest entertainment agencies, with hundreds of acts on our books, so we can usually cover your event even at short notice.

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