Wedding Harpist - Kathryn Rees - Cardiff, Swansea, Bridgend, Wales.

Who is Kathryn?

Kathryn was inspired to play the harp at the age of ten and went on to become a National Eisteddfod winner in both solo and ensemble competitions, a finalist in the Rotary Club's Young Musician of the Year, and winner of the Texaco Young Musician of Wales award.

She has performed as a soloist at the Royal Albert Hall, The Royal Festival Hall and the Houses of Parliament, and recorded for local and national television and radio programs. She is Harpist in Residence for Cor Meibion De Cymru – a role specially created for her – and has accompanied artists such as Dame Shirley Bassey, Charlotte Church and Katherine Jenkins.

Whether performing for an intimate dinner, a solo recital, or a gala ball she charms audiences, adapting and personalising her performances to suit each occasion. She has a wide-ranging and exciting repertoire which varies from classical to jazz, Beethoven to Beyonce, Mozart to Metallica!

Repertoire

This small sample shows how versatile the harp can be and should help you create ideas for the music you'd like played at your special occasion. If there is a piece of music you would like played that doesn't appear here please don't hesitate to get in touch. No request is too strange!

Modern

The harp is often associated with classical music but in the right hands can transform modern pop and rock ballads into stunning pieces of music your guests will recognise and thoroughly enjoy!

Marry You - Bruno Mars
Leona Lewis - Run
Clocks - Coldplay
Fix You - Coldplay
Only Time - Enya
Make You Feel My Love - Adele
Somewhere Only We Know - Keane
All Of Me - John Legend
Love Is All Around - Wet Wet Wet
Have I Told You Lately - Van Morrison
(Everything I Do) I Do It For You - Bryan Adams
Closest Thing To Crazy - Katie Melua
Chasing Cars - Snow Patrol
Better Together - Jack Johnson

Popular Classics

Timeless music apprioriate for all occasions! These are perfect to accompany brides walking down the aisle or to entertain guests during the signing of the register.

Canon in D - Pachelbel
Love Unspoken - Lehar (from The Merry Widow)
Air - Handel (from Water Music)
Arrival of the Queen of Sheba - Handel
Ave Maria
Moonlight Sonata - Beethoven
Romeo And Juliet - Tschaikovsky
Lullaby - Brahms
Air For The G String - Bach
Bridal March - Wagner
Wedding March - Mandelssohn
Waltz of the Flowers - Tschaikovsky
Ode To Joy - Beethoven

Light Jazz

The perfect accompniment to so many occasions, from cocktail parties to corporate dinners.

Fly Me To The Moon
It Had To Be You
When I Fall In Love
The Way You Look Tonight
We Have All The Time In The World
I Get a Kick Out Of You
Let There Be Love
I've Got You Under My Skin

Musicals

Everyone has a favourite musical! Guests may not be able to name these tunes but they'll immediately recognise and enjoy them.

Starlight Express
Memory
Pie Jesu
The Music of the Night
I Could have Danced All Night
The Sound of Music
You'll Never Walk Alone
Oklahoma!

Welsh Melodies

Welsh melodies played on the harp - a match made in heaven!

Myfanwy
David of the White Rock
Men of Harlech
Bugeilio'r Gwenith Gwyn
Calon Lân

Off The Wall...

Just to proove that no request is too strange, here are some unique pieces Kath has been asked to play at various events!

Paint It Black - The Rolling Stones
Star Wars theme
Rainbow Connection - Kermit The Frog Theme
Stairway To Heaven - Led Zeppelin
Nothing Else Matters - Metallica

How To Book

Booking Kath for your wedding or special occasion is very straighforward. For your reassurance, Kath only books one event per day and will continue to play for you even if things are running late!

One

First things first - get in touch to make sure Kath is available on your date.
Give her a call, send an email, use the contact form below or send her a message via Facebook and she'll be happy to help.

Two

Discuss your plans and let Kath know which parts of your wedding or event you'd like her to play for. This can be done over the phone or in person.
Let Kath know if you have particular pieces of music you'd like played, or she will be happy to make suggestions to help you create your perfect mood!

Three

A small deposit reserves Kath for your day (the balance is due on the day of your wedding/event) and you'll receive a copy of your contract in the post that lists everything you discussed and agreed.
If you think of more music you'd like her to play just get in touch any time.

Prices

Kath offers a fully bespoke service and will be happy to provide you with a tailored quote, but offers these prices here as a guide based on typical choices for a wedding day.

Ceremony

£ 300

Create the perfect musical accompiement for the most intimate part of your wedding day.

- Create the perfect ambience for guests as they arrive
- Walk down the aisle to your special chosen music
- Entertain your guests during the signing of the register
- Leave as a married couple to your favourite tune!

Drinks Reception

£ 350

Create the perfect ambience as your guests relax and enjoy drinks to a selection of light jazz and popular classics.

- Combine your choices with Kath's recommendations
- Requests are welcome
- Keeps children entertained too!

SPECIAL!

Ceremony + Drinks Reception:
£ 450

Whole Day

£ 550

Beautiful, personalised harp music to create the perfect ambience for every part of your wedding day!

- Music for your ceremony and throughout the rest of your day
- Musical styles can change throughout the day to suit the mood
- Don't worry if your day is running late!

Prices are for 2022/23 and are subject to change. All prices include VAT. A travel supplement may be charged for multiple venues. Kath is fully insured for public liability and professional indemnity.

Wedding Harpist Kathryn Rees