Jessica Schaeffer, Harp
- Asheville, NC
- Harpist
- 36 Verified Bookings
Sarah M. said “I have always dreamt of having a harpist play at my wedding. I was hesitant on getting one since wedding planning is expensive in general. But I believe…”
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I play in a variety of styles incl. classical, Celtic, jazz, old time, bluegrass, show tunes & folk and perform on Irish flute, silver flute, alto flute, penny whistle, fife and low whistle. Performances are as a soloist with guitar, harp or piano. I recorded an album in 2016 called The Long View, found on Apple Music and Spotify. I am a member of a contradance band and a duo, Tapestry.
Suzanne's beautiful music provided the perfect ambiance for our girl's night out wine event! Her talented performance set the tone for a lovely evening. I highly recommend Suzanne and look forward to booking her for future events.
Price Range: $150 - $600
Gig Length: 30 - 180 minutes
Insurance: $1,000,000 - I can add insurance if needed for a particular venue.
I play a variety of genres and can tailor a performance to your needs. I am self sufficient and will bring my own sound system. I am a professional and am on time and ready when needed, but flexible with changes.
Another type of event I enjoy is providing educational programming at libraries, adult living centers, book clubs, etc. I like to give information about the history of the music and answer questions about the various flutes I play.
I grew up in Florida and studied flute with Geoffrey Gilbert, past principle of the London Symphony. After graduating frpm Stetson Univ. I moved to Minneapolis where I began a 17 year career as a travel consultant while feeding my love of music by forming a flute and guitar duo called Poco a Poco. I married my college sweetheart and we eventually moved to Hickory, NC where we raised our three children.
After moving to Hickory I became a certified Suzuki flute instructor and taught private and group lessons for over 20 years. Throughout the years I have played with the Western Piedmont Symphony's chamber orchestra, freelanced at weddings, parties, The Biltmore House, churches and corporate events, enjoyed being a member of the band Puddingstone, the duo Tapestry, the contradance band Down the Hall, and the Celtic trio Soula. I have become quite fond of Celtic music and in the last ten years have purchased an irish flute and several whistles, attended Irish music weeks at the Swannanoa Gathering and Augusta Heritage Center and dedicated myself to private lessons with the well known Irish flutist, Kevin Crawford. I love stretching myself and am always looking for an adventure. In addition to playing my flute I am the proprietor of two on-line Etsy shops - one sells vintage clothing and accessories (Vintage Runway), and the other sells vintage quilts and other linens (High Cotton Vintage).
I have an easy set-up and only require a chair for myself and for anyone else playing with me. I will bring lighting, mic with stand, and amp.
I do require access to electricity.
If playing outdoors I do request some kind of covering.
December 03, 2024 • 6:00pm - 11:00pm | Contradance |
December 19, 2024 • 6:00pm - 11:00pm | Old Farmer's Ball |
October 19, 2024 • 4:30pm - 8:00pm | Wedding reception |
October 12, 2024 • 11:00am - 4:00pm | Celtic Music Festival |
October 05, 2024 • 9:30am - 1:00pm | Hickory Farmer's Mkt |
October 01, 2024 • 6:00pm - 10:30pm | Contradance |
September 28, 2024 • 9:30am - 1:00pm | Hickory Farmer's Mkt |
September 09, 2024 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Contradance |
September 07, 2024 • All-day event | Antlers and Acorns |
September 06, 2024 • All-day event | Antlers and Acorns |
September 01, 2024 • All-day event | Happy Valley Jamboree |
August 31, 2024 • All-day event | Happy Valley Jamboree |
August 17, 2024 • 7:00pm - 11:00pm | Contradance Old River Falls, SC |
August 10, 2024 • 10:00am - 12:00pm | Grace Chapel Rd Farmers Mkt |
July 06, 2024 • 9:30am - 1:00pm | Hickory Farmer's Market |
March 17, 2023 • 2:30pm - 3:15pm | Holiday Party |
The Irish band Lunasa, Kevin Crawford, The ALT, Michael McGoldrick
Contradance music
Old time music
Classical flute repertoire
Sarah M. said “I have always dreamt of having a harpist play at my wedding. I was hesitant on getting one since wedding planning is expensive in general. But I believe…”
Emory A. said “PJ was incredibly professional and was a great addition to our family thanksgiving gathering! I originally booked for a solo singer/guitarist but she…”
Jasmine M. said “Her talent made my special day magical! Communication was exceptional! She even learned a new piece just for my wedding! Hands down the best harpist!…”
Cheryl R. said “The ladies were amazing, so very talented! Our membership enjoyed the lovely performance! We would love to have them back again!!!”