Harpists for Hire in New Orleans

Find 49 professional harpists available to hire in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States 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 147 reviews from real clients.

Of the 49 suppliers listed here, one is based within 30 miles of New Orleans. The other 48 are willing to travel there.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 147 reviews of Harpists
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New Orleans

Louisiana

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International harpist with over 21 years of experience

Atlanta

Georgia · 424 miles away

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Book from €450 (EUR)

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Piano-Harp-Vocalist- Music Producer-Audio Engineer

Dallas

Texas · 442 miles away

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Harpist for Weddings & Luxury Events

Knoxville

Tennessee · 547 miles away

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Harpist providing classical and contemporary music for weddings

Springfield

Illinois · 681 miles away

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Book from $650 (USD)

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Weddings, cocktail hours, solo concerts, seminars, lectures, parties

Stamford

Connecticut · 1,202 miles away

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CLASSICAL CELTIC HARP and PIANO Music for Weddings, Funerals, Events

Hartford

Connecticut · 1,266 miles away

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Traditional and Popular Celtic Music and more

Freetown

Massachusetts · 1,338 miles away

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San Francisco Bay Area Musician Harp Piano For Wedding & Event

San Jose

California · 1,890 miles away

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the Mystiques 1111 - Harp and Bass Duo

Victoria

British Columbia, Canada · 2,165 miles away

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

Vancouver

British Columbia, Canada · 2,179 miles away

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Pedal harpist & clarsach player. Experienced performer, educator, collaborator

Glasgow

Scotland, United Kingdom · 4,376 miles away

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

Lisbon

Lisbon District, Portugal · 4,508 miles away

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

Lisbon

Lisbon District, Portugal · 4,508 miles away

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Electric harpist, DJ and live performer for epic electronic events

Lisbon

Lisbon District, Portugal · 4,508 miles away

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Music for your event — from Fado to other sonorities.

Lisbon

Lisbon District, Portugal · 4,508 miles away

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Classical and contemporary harp music for weddings and special events.

Lagos

Faro, Portugal · 4,570 miles away

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Harp & Voice performance for your glamourous event

Albufeira

Faro, Portugal · 4,592 miles away

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

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Rates for harp players in New Orleans typically run between about $220 and $1,250+ for event performances, and the average booking comes to $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 107 enquiries for Harpists at events in the United States, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 23 October 2026.

Most requested for
Weddings
43% of enquiries, with private events next at 29%
How early people enquire
About six weeks
41% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
All year round
No month has more than 15% of events

Reviews of Harpists available in New Orleans

5/5 from 147 reviews
Photo of Harpist for all Occasions Harpist for all Occasions "My guests are raving about the special touch the music added to the ambiance of our ceremony. The booking process was extremely easy and you were very accommodating with my requests." Based in New Orleans, Louisiana Katasha August - Private Wedding Photo of The Enchanted Harpist The Enchanted Harpist "She did absolutely amazing at our wedding! Skylar’s beautiful harp playing made for the perfect ambiance to our ceremony! We can’t thank you enough for being a part of our day & making it special!" Based in Atlanta, Georgia (424 miles from New Orleans) 1st January 2026 Kayla R. - wedding Photo of San Francisco Bay Area Musician Harp Piano San Francisco Bay Area Musician Harp Piano "⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️What truly blew everyone away, was when Mary Mei showcased her incredible versatility on the Guzheng a traditional Chinese Zither . The brilliant blend of Western classical mastery and traditional Eastern string artistry added a unique, unforgettable flavor to our celebration that our families are still raving about." Based in San Jose, California (1,890 miles from New Orleans) 22nd September 2026 Susan Chavez - Special celebration Photo of theMystiques1111 theMystiques1111 "DR. LORA." Fanney and Vegari you are So Spectacular, your music is absolutely Cosmic" .... Scotty Satori "this music takes me away from it all , LOve the Mystiques" .. Ayata,, " Fanney and Vegari your music is both so uplifting and grounding Perfect for tonight's Show Thank you" Based in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada (2,165 miles from New Orleans) Scott Catamas - Global Peace tribe Photo of Jennifer Moersch, Cellist & Ensembles Jennifer Moersch, Cellist & Ensembles "Jennifer was great! Extremely patient with me and the last minute changes, came on time, played beautifully and left a great impression on all the attendees. I will definitely recommend her if anyone ever needs a cellist in Vancouver." Based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada (2,179 miles from New Orleans) 25th May 2026 Shari-Jo Robinson - Celebration of Life 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 (4,570 miles from New Orleans) Joana Dias

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Frequently asked questions

Pricing for harpists ranges from $220 to $1,250+, with an average of $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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