Harpists for Hire in Gauteng

Find 47 professional harpists available to hire in Gauteng, South Africa for wedding ceremonies, drinks receptions, parties and corporate dinners. Between them these harp players have earned an average rating of 5 out of 5 from 145 reviews from real clients.

Of the 47 suppliers listed here, one is based in Gauteng. The other 46 are willing to travel there.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 145 reviews of Harpists
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Solo Kora (African Harp) Music and Solo Guitar (Smooth Jazz), with backing track

Randburg

Gauteng

(1)

Book from $4000 (USD)

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Harpist based in UAE performing Arabic, English, Latin and bollywood music.

Abu Dhabi

United Arab Emirates

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Musician and performer, Qanun player

Dubai

United Arab Emirates

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Book from AED1300 (AED)

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We are a DJ and an electric violin player. We also play laser harp.

Thessaloníki

Central Macedonia, Greece

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Book from €1500 (EUR)

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Solo Singer - Electric Harp player, performing your favourite songs.

Sofia

Sofia-Capital, Bulgaria

(18)

Book from €550 (EUR)

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Juilliard-trained singer & harpist for luxury events

Sofia

Sofia-Capital, Bulgaria

(2)

Book from €500 (EUR)

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From classical to rock!

Rome

Latium, Italy

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Harpist for your wedding or event

Valencia

Spain

(2)

Book from €350 (EUR)

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Harpist soprano voice composer

Siena

Tuscany, Italy

(21) Replies in ~4 hrs

Book from €450 (EUR)

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Italian lyric Soprano

Arezzo

Tuscany, Italy

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Italian wedding musician (singer & harpist) for civil and church ceremonies

Florence

Tuscany, Italy

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Harp & Voice performance for your glamourous event

Albufeira

Faro, Portugal

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Book from €450 (EUR)

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Classical and contemporary harp music for weddings and special events.

Lagos

Faro, Portugal

(1)

Book from €350 (EUR)

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Elegant and versatile harp: let's create together the perfect soundtrack for you

Brescia

Lombardy, Italy

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Harpist

Milan

Lombardy, Italy

(2)

Book from €400 (EUR)

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String Trio with Harp for every kind of events specialized in 50’s italian songs

Milan

Lombardy, Italy

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Book from €200 (EUR)

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Freelance Harpist - years of experience at corporate, luxury and private events

Lisbon

Lisbon District, Portugal

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Book from €300 (EUR)

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Harpist to your events, weddings, to all your special moments

Lisbon

Lisbon District, Portugal

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How much does it cost to hire Harpists in Gauteng?

Low price
fromR3,700ZAR
Average price
fromR8,500ZAR
High price
fromR22,500ZAR

Rates for harp players in Gauteng typically run between about R3,700 and R22,500+ for event performances, and the average booking comes to R8,500. Distance is the biggest single variable after performance length, since the instrument travels in a dedicated vehicle and a long drive at both ends is charged for. Weekend dates through peak wedding season book up first and hold firmer rates, while midweek and off-season dates leave more room to negotiate. A harpist based nearby will almost always quote lower than one travelling across the region for the same set. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 707 enquiries for Harpists at events in every location, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 24 October 2026.

Most requested for
Weddings
66% of enquiries, with private events next at 15%
Typical first reply
Within three hours
72% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About three months
24% enquire less than a month before the event
How far suppliers travel
About 70 miles
For the 81% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Harpists available in Gauteng

5/5 from 145 reviews
Photo of Kora Solo Music and Guitar Solo Kora Solo Music and Guitar Solo "We are organizing a festival in Abu Dhabi in al Reem central park on the 29th November- 2nd of December 2019 from 4pm to 11pm. In the unique celebration of National day and year of tolerance, this festival is a celebration of music, art, dance, food & cultural from all parts of the world. The festival will come to al Reem island to bring people of all ethnicities and nationalities together in the festivities. We are looking for cultural stage performers who can bring a piece of home with them from wherever they are from and perform at the festival." Based in Randburg, Gauteng Assele Kahwaji - Global Festival 2019 Photo of Flòralyn Flòralyn "I cannot recommend Floralyn enough. Not only is her music beautiful, she is a beautiful person inside and out. I feel very lucky to have booked her for my wedding!" Based in Sofia, Sofia-Capital, Bulgaria 16th September 2026 Mary S - Private wedding Photo of Marta -Singer & Harpist for Elegant Events Marta -Singer & Harpist for Elegant Events "I hired Marta to sing at an event at my gallery in Lyon, France, and she was absolutely wonderful. She has a beautiful voice, a lovely presence, and created such a special atmosphere for the evening. She was professional, reliable, and very easy to communicate with from beginning to end. Our guests loved her as well. I would happily work with Marta again and highly recommend her!”" Based in Sofia, Sofia-Capital, Bulgaria 27th August 2026 Miriam - Gallery event Photo of Harpist Neleta Ortiz Harpist Neleta Ortiz "I wanted to thank you, it was truly wonderful in such a beautiful place. I’m delighted that you were with us to share this moment." Based in Valencia, Spain 19th September 2026 Alexandre Decelle - Private wedding Photo of Antonella Natangelo Harp&Voice Antonella Natangelo Harp&Voice "Having Antonella play her harp on our wedding day was truly magical. Antonella was wonderful and made sure we had the most special day. She is a beautiful artist and wonderful person who went the extra mile for us every step of the way. She made sure our special song requests were included and having her perform for us made all of our dreams come true." Based in Siena, Tuscany, Italy 18th September 2026 Mr & Mrs Hodder - Wedding Photo of Danielle Riegel - Harpist Danielle Riegel - Harpist "Danielle is AMAZING. With very short notice she delivered a beautiful performance for my husbands birthday. He’s a professional musician and very picky yet he and our guests were really impressed by her classical performance. We'd seen her before but this private performance was something else. Thank you for making his day feel so special. All the best from me and Simon" Based in Lagos, Faro, Portugal Joana Dias

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Frequently asked questions

Pricing for harpists ranges from R3,700 to R22,500+, with an average of R8,500. The cost depends on the harpist's experience, performance length and any specific repertoire requests. A harp provides an elegant, distinctive sound that works particularly well for wedding ceremonies, drinks receptions and formal dinners.

Popular occasions for hiring harpists include wedding ceremonies, drinks receptions, corporate dinners, afternoon teas and formal occasions. The harp's elegant, resonant sound creates a refined and romantic atmosphere.

Many harpists have a varied repertoire that includes popular songs, film scores and contemporary hits arranged for harp alongside classical and traditional pieces. It is worth checking each harpist's profile or discussing repertoire when making an enquiry.

Most harpists need a flat, stable surface and enough space for the harp (approximately 2 by 2 metres). The instrument is heavy and may require step-free access for loading. For outdoor events, shelter from wind and direct sunlight is important. For the best experience, confirm access and setup details with the harpist.

A harp carries well in a quiet room but is easily lost outdoors or against a crowd, so amplification is usual for anything beyond a small gathering. Most players bring a small pickup or microphone and will say what they need once they know the setting and the numbers. Wind is the bigger problem outdoors, as it moves the strings directly rather than simply reducing the volume.

The two in general use are the pedal harp, which is full size and can play in any key, and the smaller lever harp, which suits tighter spaces and gentler settings. Repertoire is the practical difference: some pieces with heavy key changes need the pedal instrument. Players list which they bring, and several own both.

Most ask for 30 to 45 minutes before the first note, as the instrument has to be carried in, positioned and then tuned. A harp brought from a cold vehicle into a warm room drifts noticeably and cannot be tuned accurately until it has settled. Building that into the schedule matters more here than for most instruments.

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Booking as early as possible increases the chance of securing your supplier's availability on your event date, particularly during busy times of the year. However, many suppliers also accept last minute bookings, and we have successfully arranged bookings for clients with just a few hours' notice.

Contact the supplier you are interested in booking by clicking "Contact Now" on their listing. Discuss your requirements using our messaging system or join a video meeting (like a Zoom-call) to speak face-to-face. Once you are ready to confirm your booking, simply ask the supplier to send you a contract, which you can agree to online, or request amendments. Once you agree to the contract you will be asked to pay a 10% booking fee to confirm the booking, with the balance payable directly to the supplier by the due date you've agreed on.

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