Harpists for Hire in New Forest

Find 70 professional harpists available to hire in New Forest, England, United Kingdom 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 216 reviews from real clients.

Of the 70 suppliers listed here, 2 are based in or near New Forest. The other 68 are willing to travel there.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 216 reviews of Harpists
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Harpist providing classical and contemporary music for weddings

Springfield

Illinois, United States

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International harpist with over 21 years of experience

Atlanta

Georgia, United States

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Book from €450 (EUR)

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Solo, duo, trio, quartet performing classical, pop, jazz and more!

Vancouver

British Columbia, Canada

(31)

Book from $350 (CAD)

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Piano-Harp-Vocalist- Music Producer-Audio Engineer

Dallas

Texas, United States

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the Mystiques 1111 - Harp and Bass Duo

Victoria

British Columbia, Canada

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San Francisco Bay Area Musician Harp Piano For Wedding & Event

San Jose

California, United States

(3)

Book from $450 (USD)

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Solo Kora (African Harp) Music and Solo Guitar (Smooth Jazz), with backing track

Randburg

Gauteng, South Africa

(1)

Book from $4000 (USD)

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How much does it cost to hire Harpists in New Forest?

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Rates for harp players in New Forest typically run between about £160 and £850+ for event performances, and the average booking comes to £350. 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 43 enquiries for Harpists at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 29 October 2026.

Most requested for
Weddings
52% of enquiries, with private events next at 15%
Typical first reply
Within 12 hours
60% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About three months
35% enquire less than a month before the event

Reviews of Harpists available in New Forest

5/5 from 216 reviews
Photo of Wendy Jane Wendy Jane "Wendy Jane played for our wedding ceremony and drinks reception and she was absolutely amazing. The music was stunning and a wonderful addition to our day!" Based in Ringwood, England Ellie B - Wedding Photo of Scarlett Smith - Bristol Harpist Scarlett Smith - Bristol Harpist "Scarlett played at our small wedding ceremony last week at very short notice - only a few days! She even learnt a special request of ours, which is exceptional given the timescales. Despite it being a small, intimate ceremony, Scarlett helped make it extremely special - her musicianship was outstanding and it was the perfect fit for a Covid wedding! Highly recommended, thanks Scarlett :-)" Based in Bristol, England Will Rees - Wedding Photo of The Dionysus Ensemble The Dionysus Ensemble "Thank you so much for playing at our wedding! It was absolutely perfect! Just seen a video of our entrance with the music and it was perfect. Thank you so much!" Based in Slough, England Emily - Private wedding Photo of Noa Davies - Harpist Noa Davies - Harpist "Noa’s talent and professionalism added an elegant atmosphere to our event at London Fashion Week, and we will be hiring her for future events without hesitation. Multiple celebrity and successful guests commented on the quality of the music and how impressed they were by the artistry and sophistication Noa’s live music brought to the room." Based in Bicester, England Steve S - Fashion Show Photo of Dorothy Harpist Dorothy Harpist "TLDR: Music is good, communications is on point, on the day it’s all under control and beautifully executed, everyone enjoyed, stress free throughout, we are so happy. —— We are so blessed to have Dorothy playing harp at our wedding! Totally recommend her as she excels every single steps throughout. She’s so talented, professional and with lots of personal touch that we deeply appreciate. Her music is just amazing. All the guests complimented her and enjoyed all the songs. She’s able to learn extra new songs depending on the packages, and those ones we asked her to learn were beyond the world. Made so many of us cry as the music really complemented the moment perfectly. Her website and wedding information book was clear and easy to navigate. From the first email communications, Dorothy showed great dedication, care and professionalism in catering to our big day. She gave super clear communications and instructions, was very involved throughout but also gives us (the couple) lots of freedom to design the process (music lineups, songs arrangement, where to set up the harp, etc) to make it how we want it. We’ve dealt with so many suppliers along the way as we plan for the wedding, and although they are all great, Dorothy is honestly the best and really makes us feel so safe and happy throughout and even afterwards. Photo 1 in review by Ceyone H" Based in London, England Celest - wedding Photo of Cecilia De Maria Cecilia De Maria "Cecilia played beautifully. She made me cry tears of hapiness the minute I heard her playing as I walked down the isle. I speak for everybody that attended my ceromony, just magical. Thankyou for being part of my special day! A day I'll never forget x" Based in London, England Carly - Wedding

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Frequently asked questions

Pricing for harpists ranges from £160 to £850+, with an average of £350. 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.

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