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- San Diego, CA
- Harpist
- Travels up to 60 miles
- $225.00 to $375.00 and up.
Overview
Add a touch of magic to your special event!
You and your guests will be delighted by the gorgeous sound of my Celtic harp.
With over 20 years of professional experience, here are just a few examples:
Classical:
Bridal Chorus ("Here Comes the Bride)
Pachelbel Canon in D
Wedding March
Popular:
A Thousand Years (Twilight)
A Whole New World
All I Ask of You (Phantom)
All of Me (John Legend)
I'm Yours (Jason Mraz)
Just the Way You Are (Bruno Mars)
Marry Me (Train)
Marry You (Mars)
Oldies: :)
Beatles: All My Loving, Here Comes the Sun
Can't Help Falling in Love with You
Unchained Melody
What a Wonderful World
Even Stairway to Heaven!
Let's create an enchanting music program just for you!
12 Reviews
Amy arrived early to set up and played for my retirement cocktail party for two hours.
The harp music was magical and set up a wonderful tone to the event. I will use her again!
Celtic Music, Harpist
Amy was a pleasure to have at my mom’s 85th birthday party. She was easy to communicate with, very clear about what she needed on the day of the event, showed up on time and was excellent harpest. She was accommodating to our requests and I heard many compliments from our guests. I would definitely use her again for an event and I recommend her without any reservation
~Daniela
Harpist
Response from Magical Harps by Amy Lynn Kanner:
Hi Daniela,
Thank you so much for your lovely, enthusiastic review! It was wonderful to meet you and your mom, and a pleasure to offer the magic of harp music to honor her 85th birthday. I'm delighted to hear that you and your guests enjoyed it.
I hope I'll have the opportunity to play for another celebration again soon!
Sincerely, Amy
Amy played the harp at my mother's committal service at Miramar. She and I chose the songs to be played, and Amy coordinated with our chaplain. Friends and family were greeted with her music as they arrived. 'Fallen' (Helen Jane Long) was the featured song during the ceremony, and Amy gave a stunning and touching performance. 'Amazing Grace' brought us all to tears. I appreciate not only Amy's skill, but her attentiveness to detail and commitment to making the day go smoothly at this difficult time. I am so glad I chose Amy.
Harpist
Response from Magical Harps by Amy Lynn Kanner:
Hello Sandra,
Thank you so much for your lovely review; I am very touched by what you wrote, and it was an honor to meet you and to play at your mother's committal service. I will always remember that day, and the warm welcome I felt from you, and your family and friends.
We had the pleasure of being able to book Amy for our Easter brunch celebration! Amy was a pleasure to work with, communication was easy, arrived early, and most importantly performed beautifully for our residents to enjoy during brunch. Amy was able to cater to our residents special requests, which is always an added bonus. If you're a senior living community I highly recommend you book Amy for your next celebration.
Harpist
Response from Magical Harps by Amy Lynn Kanner:
Thank you so much for such a lovely review, Judy -- I greatly appreciate it! It was an honor and delight to play for your residents, and it was wonderful to meet you; I would love to have the opportunity to share the magic of harp music again.
Sincerely, Amy
Amy was professional and prompt. We needed her to stay an extra half hour and she obliged. Her musical selection has an array of genres.
Harpist
Amy was wonderful. Easy to work with. No hassles. No problems.
Harpist
Amy arrived early which was good so that she could choose where to set up and get organized. Her music was lovely and the guests enjoyed the romantic atmosphere she helped create!
Harpist
Response from Magical Harps by Amy Lynn Kanner:
Thank you so much for your enthusiastic review, Laura -- I am very happy that the guests enjoyed my harp music!
It was my pleasure to play for this special occasion, and I had a wonderful time.
Please feel free to contact me again anytime in the future!
Sincerely, Amy
Thank you, Amy, for your beautiful performance and sharing your talent with our guests. I’m glad we met and hope to receive you at the next opportunity. You made our daughters debut more special with your overall presence.
Harpist
Response from Magical Harps by Amy Lynn Kanner:
Thank you so much for your enthusiastic review, Allen, and for being so welcoming!
It was a pleasure to play my harp for your daughter's special day.
I'm most definitely looking forward to sharing more harp music with your family and friends again!
Sincerely, Amy
Amy was wonderful and the music was just right for our event. She helped make our evening event wonderful and everyone thoroughly enjoyed the music. Brovo Brovo
Harpist
Response from Magical Harps by Amy Lynn Kanner:
Thank you so much for your enthusiastic review, Peg! I thoroughly enjoyed playing for your event, and I would love to play again for any future celebrations you might have. Wishing you a special holiday season, and a New Year filled with happiness and adventures!
She was absolutely AMAZING!
Harpist
Response from Magical Harps by Amy Lynn Kanner:
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Michelle!
I am so happy that you were pleased with my harp music -- it was a pleasure and honor to meet you both, to be a part of your special day, and to share the magic of the harp with you!
I wish you a marriage filled with love and adventures!
I hope I will have the opportunity to play again, perhaps for your friends or family, who would like the harp for weddings or any kind of special occasion.
I also offer harp music for very different settings, such as a memorial service or Celebration of Life.
Many thanks to you both again!
Most sincerely, Amy
She was GREAT !!! We would love to have her back anytime..... My Residents couldn't stop complimenting her.
Harpist
Response from Magical Harps by Amy Lynn Kanner:
Thank you so much, Cassandra -- it was a pleasure to play for your residents! I thoroughly enjoyed it, and would love to come back. So, feel free to call me any time!
Effortlessly harmonious Amy is while playing her harp. The angelic sounds will fill your space with a luxurious warmth that only live music can bring. Any occasion, she's perfect.
Harpist
Response from Magical Harps by Amy Lynn Kanner:
Thank you very much for your review, Dino! I am so glad that my harp music was really special to you and your family. It was an honor to play that day for all of you.
Booking Info
Price Range: $225.00 to $375.00 and up.
Gig Length: 60 - 180 minutes
Insurance: $1,000,000 - Liability Insurance
What to Expect
I am here to offer an unforgettable musical accompaniment to your special event.
I specialize in creating unique music programs for each client, and I am available to assist you in choosing just the right songs -- my goal is to exceed your expectations!
I wear beautiful, flowing attire, and you will find me to be not only professional, but also very easy and fun to work with -- playing the harp for you is my passion.
You can expect me to arrive one hour ahead of time, to leave plenty of time for parking and setting up. I have a portable battery-powered amplifier, which is perfect for outdoor settings.
About
Add a touch of magic to your special event -- you and your guests will be delighted with the gorgeous sound of my Celtic harp.
I will create a unique music program designed especially for you.
Classically trained in piano since the age of 7, I fell in love with the Celtic harp over 20 years ago!
Since then, it has been my passion, and I perform for audiences across San Diego, whether for weddings, receptions and cocktail hours, birthdays and anniversaries, Celebrations of Life, private dinners, or corporate events.
I offer beautiful music from Classical -- Pachelbel "Canon", "Here Comes the Bride" to Celtic/Irish-- "Greensleeves", "Danny Boy", to Popular, including "All I Ask of You" (Phantom of the Opera), "A Thousand Years" (Twilight), "All of Me" (John Legend), "Just the Way You Are" (Bruno Mars), "Stairway to Heaven" and even the Beatles. My repertoire also includes Spanish and Israeli melodies.
I am also a composer and recording artist, with my CD, "Garden of Delights" which soothes and refreshes the soul.
As a graduate of the International Harp Therapy Course, I am trained to play therapeutic harp in settings from hospitals and hospice, to outpatient settings, and even workplaces to relax the staff.
Additional Booking Notes
I bring my own chair, music stand, and a portable battery-powered amplifier (no electricity required.) It boosts the sound beautifully for outdoor events, which account for over 90% of the occasions where I perform.
If you or your venue are able to provide an umbrella for shade, that would be ideal.
I set up my harp as close as possible to natural shade, which may be to the side of or behind the guests; or, if you wish, up front near you.
Services Offered
Past Booked Events
| June 10, 2024 • 2:00pm - 3:30pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| May 15, 2024 • 5:30pm - 7:30pm | Cocktail Party |
| June 23, 2023 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| June 15, 2023 • 11:00am - 11:45am | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| January 15, 2023 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Baby Shower |
| November 24, 2022 • 11:30am - 1:30pm | Christmas Party |
| June 22, 2022 • 2:00pm - 3:30pm | Corporate Event |
| May 13, 2022 • 4:30pm - 5:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| April 17, 2022 • 11:30am - 12:30pm | Retirement Community Event |
| December 08, 2021 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Birthday Party |
| September 25, 2021 • 3:30pm - 5:30pm | Birthday Party |
| July 30, 2021 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Dinner Party |
| July 10, 2021 • 4:00pm - 5:00pm | Birthday Party |
| September 08, 2020 • 7:30pm - 9:30pm | Birthday Party |
| July 28, 2019 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Teen Birthday Party |
| June 01, 2019 • 4:30pm - 6:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| April 05, 2019 • 10:30am - 11:30am | School Assembly |
| November 03, 2018 • 4:00pm - 5:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| December 01, 2017 • 6:30pm - 7:30pm | Nonprofit Event |
| November 18, 2017 • 9:30am - 10:30am | Wedding Ceremony |
| September 09, 2017 • 4:30pm - 5:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| May 13, 2017 • 9:00pm - 11:00pm | Personal Occasion |
| April 16, 2017 • 11:00am - 1:00pm | Holiday Party (Easter) |
Set List
Congratulations on your wedding or other private event -- I'd be delighted to add the magic of harp music to your special occasion!
You and your guests will be delighted by the gorgeous sound.
I'm here to assist you every step of the way to design your perfect music playlist to create an enchanting event.
With over 20 years of professional experience, I offer a wide range of beautiful music and fresh arrangements, from Renaissance to Popular.
Here are just a few examples:
Classical:
Canon in D (Pachelbel) --a wedding favorite!
Ave Maria (Schubert)
Clair de Lune (Debussy)
Four Seasons selections (Vivaldi)
Fur Elise (Beethoven)
Here Comes the Bride (Bridal Chorus)
Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring
Lakme Flower Duet (not well-known, but a lovely melody)
Ode to Joy theme (Beethoven)
Terpsichore (Renaissance) -- on my website "Videos" page. Lively and fun!
Wedding March (typically played at the conclusion of the ceremony)
Popular:
A Thousand Years
A Whole New World
All I Ask of You (Phantom of the Opera)
All of Me (John Legend)
Can You Feel the Love Tonight
Hallelujah (Leonard Cohen)
Have I Told You Lately that I Love You
I'm Yours (Jason Mraz)
Just the Way You Are (Bruno Mars)
Married Life (a delightful song from the movie "UP")
Marry Me (Train)
Marry You (Mars)
One Hand, One Heart ("West Side Story")
Perfect (Ed Sheeran)
River Flows in You (Yiruma)
Take My Breath Away
Tale as Old as Time ("Beauty and the Beast")
Wonderful Tonight
"Oldies": :)
Stairway to Heaven -- guests are often surprised to hear this on the harp, and comment on how amazing it sounds!
Beatles favorites, including: All My Loving, Here Comes the Sun, and Hey Jude
Can't Help Falling in Love with You
Dancing in the Moonlight
Lady in Red
My Girl/Guy
Somewhere Over the Rainbow
Stand by Me
Unchained Melody
What a Wonderful World
When You Wish Upon a Star
Plus, for a unique touch, songs from the Celtic/Irish, French, Italian, Middle Eastern, and Spanish traditions:
Irish/Celtic:
Brian Boru March
Carrickfergus
Danny Boy
Greensleeves
Lord of the Dance
Molly Malone
Ratlin' Bog
Spanish Lady (actually an Irish tune!)
Star of the County Down
The Foggy Dew
When Irish Eyes are Smiling
Whiskey in the Jar
French:
Je Te Veux
La Vie en Rose
Non, Je Ne Regrette Rien
Italian:
Funiculi, Funicula
Gloria
Cinema Paradiso -- Love Song
Quando, Quando
Ti Amo
Spanish:
Bailanda
Despacito
Guantanamera
La Bamba
La Paloma
Middle Eastern:
A Leaf's Caress
Dodi Li
Erev Ba
Erev shel Shoshanim
Hava Nagila
Na'ama
Holiday Favorites, including:
Christmas:
Carol of the Bells
Deck the Halls
Ding, Dong Merrily on High
Drummer Boy
Gloria (In Excelsis Deo)
Good King Wenceslas
Here We Come A Wassailing
It Came upon a Midnight Clear
Lo Ere a Rose is Blooming
Oh, Christmas Tree
O Little Town of Bethlehem
Silent Night
Wassail, Wassail
We Wish You a Merry Christmas
Chanukah:
Chanukah, oh Chanukah
Dreydel, Dreydel
Ocho Kandelikas
Rock of Ages
Sivivon, Sov, Sov, Sov
Who Can Retell
St. Patrick's Day:
Brian Boru March
Carrickfergus
Danny Boy
Greensleeves
Lord of the Dance
Molly Malone
Ratlin' Bog
Spanish Lady (actually an Irish tune!)
Star of the County Down
The Foggy Dew
When Irish Eyes are Smiling
Whiskey in the Jar
***Please feel free to request songs that are not on my website Music List -- it is quite long, but not exhaustive! Therefore, it is very possible that l will know the song or songs you would like! ***
Influences & Inspiration
Christina Tourin, founder of the International Harp Therapy Program, where we are trained in using the harp in a therapeutic way; and even in other settings such as a wedding! One of my brides told me that hearing the harp music as she came down the aisle helped her to relax.
Setup Requirements
Umbrella for outdoor settings.