Allegra Celeste ( Harpist, singer) Harpist and Singer performing all types of music to make your event sparkle!

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Description Price
Wedding reception£300
Solo vocal and guitar 2 x 45 min sets£400
Solo vocal and harp 2 x 45 min sets£500
Solo harp performance 3x 45 min sets£500
My prices are aproxímate. I’m happy to work with client to customize timings and exact pricing. Travel expenses are additional as I’m based in East London

About / Biography

Hello!
I have been playing harp and singing professionally for over 25 years. I started very young as my parents are both musicians so there was and I fell in love with performing as soon as I had my first gig at around age 10.

Originally from California I now live in London where I perform regularly solo as well as with other musicians.
My repertoire consists of various styles from classical, Celtic, contemporary and classic pop, rock and folk as well as originals. I also play guitar and if suitable am able to bring both instruments for a well rounded dynamic performance.

I have a surround sound PA, battery powered amp with mic and instrument capabilities for smaller venues as well as mics and stands so whatever the event may be, I have the sound to help make your event memorable and special.


Available for weddings, memorias/funerals, private parties, corporate events, Christmas and holiday parties, traditional events such as Burns night, St Patricks Day where Celtic music would be a delightful touch as well as harp and guitar lessons.

Happy to answer any questions you might have so please get in touch!

Thank you, Allegra

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There are currently 5 user ratings for Allegra Celeste ( Harpist, singer)

AVERAGE RATING

10 / 101

Location

Based in East London

Will travel up to 65 miles
green circle = areas covered (up to 65 miles)
pink circle = free travel (up to 30 miles)
Please note that the circles shown on the map are calculated "as the crow flies". By road distances may vary, so please get in touch for an accurate quote.

Here’s a small list of some pieces I perform please contact me for full list which is updated regularly. I’m also able to learn your favourites for your special occasion.

CLASSICAL

Canon in D -Pachabel

Minuet - Boccherini

Gymnopedie No.1 - Satie

Claire De Lune- Debussy

Jesu Joy of Mans Desiring

Ave Maria

The Wedding March- Wagner

I Giorini - Einaudi

CELTIC

Morrisons jig

Carolans Draught

Eleanor Plunket

Planxty Irwin

Gartan Mothers Lullaby

Rites of Man

She Moves through the Faire

Wild Mountain Thyme

VOCAL/INSTRUMENTAL

JAZZ STANDARDS

You Belong to Me- Bob Dylan

Besame Mucho- Luis Miguel

Over the Rainbow- Judy Garland

Hallelujah - Leonard Cohen/ Jeff Buckley

Dance me to the End of Love- Leonard Cohen

La Vie En Rose- Edith Piaf

Blue Skies- Willie Nelson

Summertime- Ella Fitzgerald

Fly Me to the Moon- Frank Sinatra

What a Wonderful World- Louis Armstrong

POP/ROCK

Your Song- Elton John

Diamonds -Rihanna

We found Love-Rihanna

Stay-Rihanna

Maps- Yeah Yeah Yeahs

Count on Me- Bruno Mars

Wicked Game-Chris Issac

Sweet Child O Mine- Guns n Roses

Love Song- The Cure

Songbird- Fleetwood Mac

Video Games- Lana Del Rey

Blue Jeans- Lana Del Rey

Fade into You - Mazzy Star

Waterfalls- TLC

You’ve Got the Love- Florence and the Machine

Dog Days are Over - Florence and the Machine

Purple Rain- Prince

Take Me To Church- Hozier

Flowers in Your Hair- the Lumineers

Only Love- Ben Howard

Mango Tree- Angus & Julia Stone

Chandelier- Asia

I'll Stand by You - Pretenders

All My Loving - the Beatles

Here Comes the Sun- the Beatles

Marry You- Bruno Mars

Question-Old 97’s

A Thousand Years – Christine Perri

Can’t Help Falling in Love – Elvis Presley

Shallow- Lady Gaga

Dream a Little Dream of Me- Mamas and Papas

Halo – Beyoncé

Higher Love- Steve Winwood

Perfect – Ed Sheeran

Shape of You- Ed Sheeran

I See Fire- Ed Sheeran

Thinking out Loud- Ed Sheeran

Wonderful Tonight -Eric Clapton

I Don’t Wanna Miss a Thing - Aerosmith

First Day of My Life- Bright Eyes

White Wedding- Billy Idol

Sunny Afternoon- the Kinks

Sign of the Times- Harry Styles

Watermelon Sugar- Harry Styles

Ocean Eyes- Billie Eilish

Stand by Me- Ben E. King

Wonderwall- Oasis

Unchained Melody-Righteous Brothers

How Long Will I love You- Ellie Goulding

Love Me Like You Do- Ellie Goulding

These Arms of Mine- Otis Redding

Make You Feel My Love- Adele

Somewhere only we Know- Lily Allen

Apocalypse- Cigarettes After Sex

Roar- Katy Perry

Call Me - Blondie

One Way Or Another- Blondie

Tide is High- Blondie

Stay With Me- Sam Smith

No Ones Gonna Love you Like I do- Band of Horses

Hold You in My Arms- Ray LaMontagne

All of Me- John Legend

MUSICALS

How Far I’ll Go- Moana

Tale as Old as Time -Beauty and the Beast

When You Wish Upon a Star- Pinocchio

A Whole Néw World- Aladdin

I Won’t Say I’m in Love- Hercules

You’ve Got a Friend in Me- Toy Story

Can You Feel the Love Tonight – The Lion King

Married Life- Up ( instrumental)

Touch the Sky- Brave

Let it Go- Frozen

Somewhere Over The Rainbow- Wizard of Oz

( again, this is just a small list, please do contact me re any songs you might want me to play)

Technical Info

What are your basic technical requirements?

Power socket, chair


Do you provide sound and lighting equipment?

I have sound equipment. Both small battery powered amp or for bigger spaces a surround sound PA


What information do you require about a venue?

If venue requires public liability insurance and any other necessary information.


Can you provide a Spotify/DJ service before and between your sets?

Yes this can be arranged. I’m happy to chose music or client may choose music as well.


Do you have public liability insurance?

Yes I do. Not a problem at all.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best gig you've ever done and the best venue you've ever played at?

Glastonbury festival takes the cake! I love the festival culture of the UK and Europe. Another one was the Good Funeral Awards which was the equivalent to the Oscars of the funeral industry. Very entertaining and interesting indeed!


Which artists have you been most influenced by, who is your favourite artist and what is the greatest song of all time?

I love so many different styles of music! Artists that have stayed with me for the longest are the Beatles, Bob Dylan, Rolling Stones, The Clash, Billie Holiday, Chavela Vargas, Irma Thomas, Otis Redding, Aretha Franklin, Patti Smith, The Stooges, PJ Harvey, Arcade Fire, Billie Eilish…I could go on and on!
Best song of all time? ‘A Day in the Life’ by the Beatles, ‘Gimme Shelter’ by the Stones


What's your previous experience and how did you start gigging?

I’ve been playing professionally since I was in high school. I’ve played hundreds of gigs in many cities and countries. Private gigs, concerts and everything in between:)


What's your favourite type of event to play at?

All sorts of events. I really enjoy working with my clients to curate the most beautiful music for important life events, ceremonies and celebrations.


Do you play Bollywood music on the harp?

Yes! absolutely. I have a lovely selection of Bollywood hits I’ve worked into my repertoire and am always learning more and open to requests with enough notice.

Performance Info

What are your typical setup and performance times?

I normally arrive an hour before performance to set up and play 45 min sets.
For weddings I play around 20 min as guests are being seated, during the ceremony I play a processional as the bride and wedding party enter, 2 pieces during the signing of the registrar ( clients choice for all music of course) and a recessional as the wedding party exits.
All times are aproxímate and I’m happy to work with the clients for what the event requires. I can be flexible.


Are you happy to perform outside?

Yes! In fact the harp sounds amazing in natural acoustics outside. Especially with a light breeze.
As long as there’s a power supply and some sort of covering as instruments need shade in the sun and shelter from rain.


Do the clients have a say in what you play or is it a set repertoire list only?

Absolutely the clients have a say! I’m happy to provide suggestions and clients can pick from my list of songs but as I’m always updating and learning new ones I may know some that aren’t listed.
Also happy to learn specific pieces for special occasions. Especially for weddings if the couple have songs that are special to them.


How do previous clients most commonly describe your performances?

My clients have described my harp music as soothing, relaxing, enchanting, beautiful and magical. The harp is a very special sound!

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