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Harpists in Derbyshire

Hire a harpist in Derbyshire

The harp is a classic choice for a wedding ceremony, and for good reason. In Derbyshire, harpists create a calm, elegant atmosphere for the aisle, the signing and the drinks reception afterwards.

Derbyshire has a wide choice of wedding venues, from Callow Hall and Tissington Hall to Osmaston Park. Our harpists travel to towns across the area, including Derby, Chesterfield and Matlock, so the location of your venue won't limit your choice. Other venues in the area include The West Mill, Makeney Hall Hotel and Shottle Hall, and each has its own venue page further down.

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 Derbyshire, and the instant quote button shows pricing and availability in a few seconds.

The essentials:

  • Typical cost: £350 to £900, depending on how long they perform and the date
  • Your quote shows exactly what's included
  • Ceremony, drinks reception and wedding breakfast packages available from many acts
  • Most couples book several months ahead, sooner for a summer Saturday
  • Every booking carries a 14-day change-of-mind refund

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.

Prices usually start from around £350 and go up to £900 or so. 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. Your quote shows the full price for your date, so you can compare acts on the same basis.

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.

Enter your date and venue in the instant quote button for live pricing and availability. After you book, we look after the contract, deposit and details, and keep in touch right up to the wedding. You also get a 14-day change-of-mind refund and an emergency contact number to use on the day.

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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 Derbyshire 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)

“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.”

(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”

Local Venues in Derbyshire

The West Mill

The West Mill

A Grade I listed mill on the Derwent at Darley Abbey, restored into one of Derby's most characterful places to marry, dine and dance till late.

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Callow Hall

Callow Hall

An ivy-clad Victorian house above the Bentley Brook near Ashbourne, with 35 acres of woodland, treehouses and a glass-walled Garden Room to dine in.

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Donington Park Farmhouse

Donington Park Farmhouse

A 17th-century farmhouse and beautifully restored barns at Isley Walton, hosting weddings since 1984, with beef and lamb raised on the estate itself.

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Makeney Hall Hotel

Makeney Hall Hotel

A Victorian mansion looking out over the Amber Valley near Belper, with woodland gardens, a covered outdoor ceremony spot and 46 bedrooms upstairs.

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Osmaston Park

Osmaston Park

A summer marquee on the footprint of a lost Victorian manor, set in 3,000 acres of parkland, woodland and lake views a mile or two south of Ashbourne.

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Tissington Hall

Tissington Hall

A Jacobean hall at the heart of one of the prettiest estate villages in the Peak District, and how a wedding band fits into the day at Tissington.

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Shottle Hall

Shottle Hall

Country-house views over the Ecclesbourne Valley, a warm new barn built for dancing, and what live music is like at Shottle Hall near Belper.

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Thornbridge Hall

Thornbridge Hall

A Jacobean-style hall near Bakewell with RHS gardens, a cellar bar and a carriage house made for dancing.

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The Roundhouse, Derby

The Roundhouse, Derby

The world's oldest surviving railway roundhouse, restored in the heart of Derby into a vast and genuinely unusual place to hold a celebration.

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