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Melody Cooper Music
- Asheville, NC
- Harpist
- Travels up to 120 miles
- Contact for rates
Overview
Lovely and diverse music for your wedding ceremony,cocktail party or dinner.
Melody Cooper has 20 years experience providing the perfect music for your wedding ceremony or event. She is an experienced harpist, pianist, vocalist and even plays ukulele! Her repertoire spans classical, contemporary,Latin, Celtic and jazz.
15 Reviews
I had a small dinner party and Mrs. Cooper played her harp during the evening. Mrs. Cooper, upon arrival, was kind, extremely lovely, and a gracious person. She was quiet and unobtrusive getting her harp in and out, and do not, get me started on her performance. I can only say, WOW!! Amazing sounds and amazing talent coming right out of my living room.
I had two guests, and both said OMG, where did you find her, I want her too.
I can't express enough what an incredible memory that she made for us all, I will see her again.
Thank you Mrs. Cooper
Awesome!!
BT
Harpist
Response from Melody Cooper Music:
Thank you Billy. It was so wonderful to be part of the fabric of love and laughter in your home last night. Look forward to seeing you all again!
Melody was fantastic. It was a party in our home and she made the whole evening feel warm and magical. I can't wait to have another party so that I can ask her to come and play for us again!
Singing Pianist
Response from Melody Cooper Music:
Thank you Karen. Playing your party was a joy. I thought the evening wove such a warm , loving and fun atmosphere. You set the scene for magic to happen! And I truly appreciate your generosity.
Melody performed during our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour and we could not have been happier with the experience! During the months leading up to the wedding, she was very responsive to all of our questions and helped us choose the right music. She arrived early on the day of and performed beautifully - our guests were raving about her! We loved working with her and would highly recommend her to anyone who is in need of a harpist.
Harpist
Response from Melody Cooper Music:
Thanks Leslie! It was an absolute joy to play for your wedding. You were both so happy, the whole place was buzzing. Your families were very sweet and you chose a gorgeous setting, with the mountains behind you at the Crest Pavillon. I have a picture to send you that I took through the harp! Enjoy your bliss!
Melody jumps right in and knows how to make a ceremony perfect!
Harpist
Melody was so incredibly gracious and talented and accommodating of our somewhat unique request. In addition to Performing at my
birthday party, she learned a special song and accompanied my family and I singing it. She was also so much FUN!
Singing Pianist
Response from Melody Cooper Music:
Truly enjoyed being a part of your special birthday celebration. Your family and friends are such a warm welcoming group of people. And it was so fun to have you and your friends singing along and wowing us all on violin!! Hope to see you in the neighborhood sometime.
Melody did a great job. The music was beautiful.
Pianist, Harpist
Melody was perfect! Everyone enjoyed her playing and singing very much. A professional and pleasant experience in every way.
Pianist, Singing Pianist
Response from Melody Cooper Music:
It was an honor and a sincere pleasure to play and sing at your reception. Your diverse group of loving friends and family really reflect what a wonderful couple you are. Thank you very much for the wine, so thoughtful. And also thank you for going the extra mile and sending me a tip on Venmo. I'm very grateful for your generosity.
Melody is such a blessing. Her talent, uniqness and charisma is guaranteed to put a smile on anyone's face. Thank you Melody for sharing your amazing talent with us. Your harp sounded like heaven
Harpist
Response from Melody Cooper Music:
Thanks Chris. So glad I was able to come and share in some holiday cheer. I love how you bring such an upbeat yet authentic vibe to your work. People at the home are in a tough situation and humor and some special moments go such a long way. Thanks for inviting me, perhaps we'll do this again sometime.
I couldn't have asked for a better experience! Melody was very professional,thoughtful and overall great performer. Melody knew exactly what to do without a rehearsal, she made my whole wedding better than I could have imagined. Thank you Melody!
Harpist
Response from Melody Cooper Music:
Thank you for the lovely review. I was so happy to be a part of your wedding celebration and to share in the love and joy of your family and friends. And thank you again for your generosity.
Melody was great! She took time to learn a piece that was new to her for our 10/5/19 ceremony. She played and sang it to perfection. Melody was a joy to work with, and I highly recommend her!!
Harpist
Response from Melody Cooper Music:
Thanks Mary. I was so glad we had nice weather and the whole ceremony came together so beautifully. And I do have a soft spot for men in kilts! Also nice to have a cool new song in my book. Many happy years!
Her talent made the day of my wedding truly special. Great harpist, great song catalog and great person. My family was also so happy with her music.
Harpist
Response from Melody Cooper Music:
Thank you Susana. It was truly a pleasure and an honor to be a part of your wedding. You both have such loving families as well, a very special day.
We would love for all those who are looking for a delightful Celtic harpist, to truly consider Melody. She played this past fall at our son's Scottish wedding in North Carolina. She was just magical and a consummate professional. She learned pieces of music that were special to me just for the occasion, and everyone loved her playing. She was a joy to work with, and of course to listen too! She is a wonderful musician! We highly recommend her!
Deborah M
Harpist
Response from Melody Cooper Music:
Thank you Deborah. Everything about that day, the piper, the setting, the gorgeous bride and happy family, the kilts, was magical. One of my all time favourite weddings I've ever played. And thank you for an amazing songlist, I've fallen in love with Gift of a Thistle.
Melody came to share your gift of music with us. She was delightful and offered quite a variety of musical pieces on both piano and harp. She is so easy to work with and has promised to come back soon!?
Singing Pianist, Harpist
Response from Melody Cooper Music:
Thank you Sister Lee Ann, It was a pleasure to play music and share some stories and meet you all. Yes, I'll be back, after all I never tasted the 8 flavors of ice cream!
volume was a disappointment for our outdoor event, but quality was good. very easy to work with.
Harpist
Response from Melody Cooper Music:
thank you Jim. In hindsight, we could have set me up closer to the altar on the lower level, I was worried about the volume outdoors. I had planned to plug into my speaker, I am glad we used that for the minister. Plan A was to use it for both of us. I appreciate the feedback, so I can plan for future events accordingly.
I worked with Melody on our school's production of The Lion King Junior, and the experience was without stress, and full of joy. I greatly enjoyed working with Melody, the energy she brought to our school and to the students was wonderful, and I personally enjoyed her ability to be adaptable, improvise, and infuse humor and lightheartedness into our environment.
I would recommend Melody to anyone who is looking for a technically skilled professional with a wonderful personality on top of her exceptional talent!
I would personally love to work with her again.
Pianist
Response from Melody Cooper Music:
Thanks Brandon, working with you, Tom, the whole amazing team and the entire student body at The Learning Community on this show was an unforgettable experience. This was such a professional production and I was honored to be part of it. Plus in spite of all the hard work, it was a blast!
Booking Info
Price Range: Contact for rates
Services Offered
Past Booked Events
July 20, 2024 • 1:00pm - 3:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
May 25, 2024 • 4:30pm - 5:15pm | Wedding Ceremony |
May 18, 2024 • 4:30pm - 5:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
December 18, 2023 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Cocktail Party |
December 09, 2023 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Dinner Party |
July 29, 2023 • 4:00pm - 7:00pm | Birthday Party |
April 16, 2023 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
May 16, 2022 • 2:00pm - 2:45pm | Wedding Ceremony |
May 07, 2022 • 4:00pm - 7:00pm | Wedding Reception |
April 21, 2022–April 22, 2022 • 11:30pm - 2:00am | Corporate Event |
December 21, 2021 • 5:30pm - 7:30pm | Christmas Party |
September 04, 2021 • 11:00am - 12:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
May 15, 2021 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
May 13, 2021 • 7:00pm - 8:30pm | Dinner Party |
May 09, 2021 • 11:00am - 2:00pm | Restaurant/Bar Event |
April 30, 2021 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm | Retirement Community Event |
April 24, 2021 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Wedding Cocktail Hour |
April 04, 2021 • 3:00pm - 6:00pm | Wedding Reception |
November 01, 2020 • 6:30pm - 7:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
October 05, 2019 • 1:30pm - 3:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
August 10, 2019 • 12:00pm - 12:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
June 22, 2019 • 4:30pm - 5:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
April 21, 2019 • 10:00am - 2:00pm | Dinner Party |
December 15, 2018 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | House Party |
May 20, 2018 • 3:30pm - 5:00pm | Personal Occasion |
September 23, 2017 • 4:30pm - 5:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
August 05, 2017 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
Set List
Sample Harp Repertoire
Melody Cooper
Classical Contemporary
Pachelbel's Cannon Here Comes The Sun
La Rejouissance ( Handel) And I Love Her
Bridal March ( Wagner ) If I Ain't Got You
Spring ( Vivaldi ) Hallelujah
Aliso Over the Rainbow
Air ( Water Music Handel ) I Do It For You
Bridal Recessional ( Mendelssohn ) Come What May
Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring The Time of My Life
Trumpet Tune Summertime
Trumpet Voluntary At Last
Romance ( Mozart ) How Sweet It Is
Cannon in G From The Beginning
Arioso ( Bach ) Angel of Music
Ode to Joy ( Beethoven ) Besame Mucho
Rondeau Theme ( Mouret ) Changes In Lattitude
Aliso I'm Yours
Clair de Lune ( Debussy ) Come Away With Me
Pavanne ( Ravel ) Feather Theme ( Forrest Gump )
Flower Duet from Lakme Fields of Gold
An Ayre ( J Clarke ) Eclipse ( Twilight )
Melodia Sentimentale ( Villa-Lobos ) Nothing Else Matters
Celtic Stairway to Heaven
Lord Inchquin The Water is Wide Carrickfergus
Castle of Dromore The Kerry Dance The Girl I Left Behind
Farewell to Liverpool Fanaid Grove Ashokan Farewell
The Lark in the Morning
Carolan's Draught
Believe Me If All These Endearing Young Charms
Hymns and Such Jewish Repertoire
Abide In Me Bashana Haba'a
When Morning Gilds The Sky Hevenu Shalom Alechem
All Good All Good Siman Tov
Ave Maria Tzena Tzena
Be Thou My Vision
What Wondrous Love
Peace Like a River