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What kind of harp(s) do you perform on?
A Harp for Every Occasion - (Have Cart, Will Travel)
 “Li’ili’i” (here & there,
small) - My beach harp is easily transportable to locations where there is no
back-up site; i.e. public parks and beaches. It is a maple Dusty Strings Allegro
26 celtic harp with legs (3.5 feet tall and 20 pounds). The tone is warm and
can be heard for an intimate party from 10 to 30 people. Li’ili’i
has gone to locations like; Diamond Head Beach Park, Ala Moana Beach Park, Kewalo
Basin and JW Marriott Ihilani’s Ocean Lawn.
"Harley" (named after the motorcycle) - My formal engagement and
outdoor harp is an Ebony Lyon & Healy Style 30 Concert Grand Pedal
Harp (6 feet tall and 80 pounds). Its appearance has clean,
masculine lines yet elegant with a warm tone.
"Elvis" - My indoor & recording studio harp is a Camac " Little Big Blue" Electro-Acoustic Semi-Grand Pedal harp ( 5 feet 9 inches and 57 pounds ). This instrument is suitable for large indoor settings for receptions.
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What musical services do you offer?
I offer harp solo, harp & flute (classic yin & yang) and harp & violin
(very rich sounding.) Also, I can arrange for a vocalist on request or work with
your choice of vocalist for a fee. Now you can have your own mini-orchestra with
instrumental offerings of harp / flute / cello or harp / violin / cello. When
working with an accompaniment, I will handle all the details and payments for
them. Song requests are welcome 45 to 60 days prior to your event.
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What is your minimum?
There is a one hour minimum. Whether or not the client needs a performance for
within an hour, it will always be charged the initial hour rate. I do charge
in half-hour increments, but only after the initial hour. For example; Catholic
wedding ceremonies or cocktail receptions.
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How do I go about booking?
I book by contract with a 50% retainer (non-refundable)
to hold your date and payment in full 30 days prior to
your event on a first come, first serve basis. Payment
of the retainer is requested as soon as possible or the
contract will be released 3 weeks from the date of contract.
If someone else asks for your time slot and I have not
received your retainer, I will do my best to contact you. Your contract booking is only secure
once your retainer has been received and deposited. Payments
in full 30 days before the event confirms all details necessary
for the engagement. Forms of payment are accepted by check, money order, Mastercard or Visa.
The following information is needed to initiate the contract: |
- date, time, location, site at location
- type: wedding ceremony, reception or cocktail reception,
etc.
- harp solo, harp & flute, harp & violin, etc.
- attire/color scheme
- special song requests
- name, postal address, contact phone number
- wedding coordinator or event day contact person
Please advise if you would like to receive your contract
by mail or e-mail.
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How far in advance can I book?
You can book from as late as one month to a year in advance. Certain times of
the year book up way in advance like spring break, late May, June, July & August.
Usually, when you have chosen your reception site its a good time to secure
the
booking.
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Do you do last minute weddings?
Yes, I do last minute minute or bookings within the month
of the event. Please call or e-mail for your special
arrangements and availability.
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Do you perform for outdoor events?
I do perform for outdoor events. If inclement weather
prevails
(winds in 20 mph or more, passing showers, drizzle or rain),
Purchaser must arrange for an alternate site, back-up site
or arrange
for coverage before the wedding day (canopy). Please respect
choice
of placement by musicians for best visual vantage point.
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Do you take special requests and how do I go about choosing
my song selection?
I do take special requests and if it is not already in my repertoire, I ask for
45 to 60 days before the event to find the song(s). If you are not
sure of what song but know
what genre you want, I can pick the songs out for you; i.e. Hawaiian & Contemporary
for the prelude & postlude and Classical for the ceremony. I take song selection
phone appointments 30 to 45 days before the event day or in-person at the Wedding
Cafe at the Manoa Marketplace.
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