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Harpists in Birmingham

Hire a harpist in Birmingham

Few instruments suit a wedding ceremony as well as the harp. In Birmingham, harpists are booked for ceremonies, drinks receptions and wedding breakfasts, playing gentle classical pieces and harp arrangements of modern songs.

Whether your wedding is near Birmingham, Solihull and Sutton Coldfield or further afield, the harpists here cover the whole of Birmingham. Local venues include New Hall Hotel & Spa, Fazeley Studios and Aston Hall, and it's worth checking with your venue where the music or entertainment will be set up. Moxhull Hall, Birmingham Botanical Gardens and Selly Manor are among the other Birmingham venues listed further down, each with its own page.

Many harpists arrange modern songs for the harp as well as playing classical pieces, so a favourite song can sound completely different, and entirely fitting, at a ceremony.

Since 1999, Hireaband has matched couples with live entertainment for their wedding day. The harpists listed here all travel to Birmingham, and the instant quote button shows pricing and availability in a few seconds.

The essentials:

  • Prices usually from £350 up to £900
  • Many acts can cover more than one part of the day in a single booking
  • Summer Saturdays book up first, so it pays to enquire early
  • The quote you receive sets out exactly what's included
  • 14-day change-of-mind refund on every booking

A harp needs a flat, level space and shelter from sun, wind and rain. If your ceremony and drinks reception are in different places, tell us the timings so the harpist can plan the move between them.

Most harpist bookings fall between £350 and £900. A ceremony-only booking sits at the lower end, while a harpist covering the ceremony, drinks reception and wedding breakfast sits towards the upper end. The date and time of year make up the rest of the difference, so a weekday or winter date can cost less than a summer Saturday.

Every act's page has video and audio of the performer you would actually book, along with their repertoire and written reviews from couples who have booked them. It's the easiest way to check the style and the sound before you commit.

The instant quote button gives you a price and availability for your date straight away. From there, we manage the contract and deposit and keep you updated until the day. Every booking is covered by a 14-day change-of-mind refund, and there's an emergency contact line on the day in case anything needs sorting.

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FAQs

Usually the processional, signing of the register and recessional, then background music for the drinks reception. Repertoire includes classical pieces and harp arrangements of modern songs.

Yes. Many harpists have arrangements of pop and film songs, and some can arrange a special request with enough notice.

Yes, with shade and shelter nearby. A harp can't play in rain or strong sun, so check your venue in Birmingham has a covered spot.

Around two by two metres of flat, level floor and a chair. No power is needed.

Typically £350 to £900, depending on how long they play and the date. Your quote shows exactly what's included.

Usually, yes. Tell us the timings and the distance between rooms, and the harpist will plan the move.

Reviews

(5)

“Jennifer gave us an outstanding walking up the aisle song, which I had requested. Only wish I had got to hear her playing more song as oppose to spending 3 hours having photos taken! Thanks to all at hire a band.”

(5)

“Declan was absolutely fantastic. We had a zoom chat with him the week of the wedding and gave him a few ideas. Everyone on the day commented on how good he was. Kept all our guests entertained while we got our wedding photos taken too. The only bad thing was we never got to thank him in person before he left!
So thank you!”

(5)

“Declan Daniel was amazing, he was early and performed non-stop for the full slot. He was funny and kept everyone entertained. I would highly recommend him to others and would hire him again for future events.
The Hireaband team were helpful, friendly and kept in touch before the event and provided all the information we would require in case we needed it.
Highly recommend their services!”

(5)

“Declan was a breath of fresh air- not only was he professional but put us both at ease knowing that the music was in the best hands. We received loads of compliments about the ceremony and drinks reception music Declan played. He chatted away to some of our guests before he headed off which was lovely. Would recommend Declan 100% to anyone and only wish we had another event to book him for!”

(5)

“Hi. We would like to record our appreciation to Declan Daniel for the music he played at our wedding reception last Saturday. Many of the guests commented on the quality of his playing and there is no doubt that Declan's music added a very special ingredient to our special day. Please pass on our thanks and best wishes for his musical career. Many thanks also for a very efficient service. Best wishes”

(5)

“We just wanted to thank you so much for performing at our wedding. The guests raved about you and a couple have actually asked for your name! I personally heard the harp :) I opened the window and listened to you as the guests arrived and it sounded so magical! Your guitar talents are off the chart!
Thanks so much for making our wedding day so special.”

Local Venues in Birmingham

The Grand Hotel Birmingham

The Grand Hotel Birmingham

An 1879 hotel in the heart of Birmingham, with a Louis XIV-style ballroom, ornate plasterwork and Art Deco chandeliers.

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New Hall Hotel & Spa

New Hall Hotel & Spa

A moated manor house on 26 acres at Sutton Coldfield, with ceremonies held in the Great Chamber.

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Moxhull Hall

Moxhull Hall

A privately owned country house at Sutton Coldfield, taken for exclusive use with an Oak Hall for ceremonies and a Starlit Pavilion for the evening.

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Castle Bromwich Historic Gardens

Castle Bromwich Historic Gardens

Ten acres of restored 18th-century walled gardens at Castle Bromwich, a blank canvas for a marquee or tipi wedding.

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The Bond

The Bond

A canalside industrial space in Digbeth, with exposed brick and steel, a Gatehouse ceremony area and a glass-lined Canopy over the water.

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Fazeley Studios

Fazeley Studios

A converted Victorian chapel in Digbeth, with skylit ceilings and whitewashed walls left as a genuine blank canvas.

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Aston Hall

Aston Hall

A Grade I listed Jacobean mansion in Aston with royal connections, ceremonies held in the Great Hall among original period details.

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Birmingham Botanical Gardens

Birmingham Botanical Gardens

Victorian glasshouses and Grade II listed suites at Edgbaston, set among the botanical collections.

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Selly Manor

Selly Manor

A 14th-century timber-framed manor at Bournville, with characterful rooms and a cottage garden for an intimate day.

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