Making a booking

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Every event is unique and I'm always happy to discuss your individual requirements, but here are some of my most frequently-asked questions.

  • Thank you so much for playing the harp at our wedding ceremony. It was beautiful and helped to make our day perfect. We will definitely be recommending you.

    Sarah & Gavin

  • Thank you so much for your lovely playing, we enjoyed the music a great deal. I think I made an excellent choice with you, and your guiding of Annabel and Ben in their choice of music was excellent.

    Barbara

  • A big heartfelt thank you for playing at Laura and Michael's wedding. It really made the day special for us and we have had many favourable comments.

    Jill & Willis

  • Many thanks for the lovely music on our wedding day. Thank you for helping to make our day a very special one.

    Wendy & David

  • Kathryn was really excellent everyone loved her playing, it was just right for the occasion, her choice of music was charming and it all worked really well the small harp for the Minstrel's Gallery and the pedal harp for the Long Gallery.

    Janen

  • We would just like to thank you for helping to make the celebrations for our Ruby Wedding so special.

    Mike & Barb

Weddings / civil partnerships

how much will it cost?

Ceremony - from £265

This includes music to greet the guests as they assemble, the entrance of the bridal party, signing of the register and the departure of the wedding party.  We'd also have a consultation to choose just the right music for your day.  

Drinks - from £235
Background music as guests mingle over drinks and photographs are taken.  

Wedding breakfast - from £235
a selection of music from the moment the guests come in to dine, up to coffee (or speeches).  

Drinks reception & wedding breakfast from £350

Ceremony & drinks from £400

Ceremony & breakfast from £450

Ceremony, drinks & breakfast from £500

minimum charge

There is a minimum charge for Saturdays in July and August, Bank Holiday Saturdays and December 18th - January 6th.  Fees start at £350 for these dates.

 

Corporate Events

I've played at lots of corporate events, including dining-in nights, product launches, Christmas parties and chill-out sessions!  The harp sets a wonderful tone and the music can be tailored to the theme.   Fees start at £200.

how far in advance do I need to book?

As soon as possible.  I can accept bookings up to three years in advance but I also play at events with just three days' notice!  You are always welcome to check availability. 

what happens at a consultation?

  • You come to my house at a convenient date and time
  • I make you a nice cup of tea
  • We chat about your ideas, the theme of your wedding, music you love (including unusual requests!)
  • I listen, then make suggestions
  • I play you lots of really great music
  • We find just the right pieces for your day
  • I give you all the details in writing for you to show the registrar, vicar, celebrant ..

is it loud enough for my event?

Yes!  I've worked with amplification specialists Accusound to get the biggest, most natural and rich sound out of my harp at big events.  I'm able to play (and be heard perfectly though not obtrusively) at events of 400+ people, even if they're all talking, eating and drinking ! 

 

how do you transport the harp?

Carefully!  My pedal harp is 6' tall and weighs nearly six stone (35 kg).  It's essentially quite a fragile instrument - direct sunlight and draughts or sudden changes in temperature are very detrimental - so a lot of thought goes into its transportation and placing at an event.

I'm unable to play outside and if your event is being held in a marquee, we'll need to arrange suitable access.  Flights of stairs can also present a challenge, but I can discuss this with you at the time of booking.  I'm sure you appreciate how precious my harp is to me so I ask you to guarantee a parking space and safe unloading area.

how do I book?

Please email or call to chat through your requirements - I'll ask you for the date, time, venue and nature of your event, plus any special requests or requirements.

A deposit is required to secure the date and I'll send you a performance contract to check and sign, returning a copy to me.  The balance of fees is due 30 days before the event.

If you are booking for a wedding ceremony or civil partnership, I'll also arrange a consultation with you. 

Kathryn Lewis is a member of the Musicians' Union 


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