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 Amanda
is one of the most exciting young harpists in Britain today. Her
lively character and versatility as a musician result in her being
in great demand…
Amanda was born in Cardiff and began studying the harp at the age of
six. She furthered her studies at Wells Cathedral Music School where
she was the first harpist to obtain a scholarship as a specialist
musician. In 1995, she was a National Eisteddfod winner and a
recipient of the Nansi Richards Scholarship. Her studies continued
at Cardiff University with Caryl Thomas where Amanda gained her BMus
Hons Degree and LRSM.
Amanda has appeared on British and Japanese television, played on
various cruise ships has performed for HRH Prince of Wales, Reverend
Desmond Tutu, the Archbishop of Canterbury and even supported jazz
artist Jamie Cullum. She was accepted on to the late Lord Menuhin’s
scheme ‘Live Music Now!’ in March 2000 and made her debut at the
Purcell Rooms, London in 2002 and St Davids Hall with Joanne Thomas
(mezzo soprano) in January 2003.
Amanda is at home playing a vast range of music - including
traditional, classical, jazz or pop and is currently the resident
harpist for The Celtic Manor Resort in Newport, South Wales where
they are holding the Ryder Cup in 2010.
WEDDING MUSIC
Church Ceremony
Music for the guests as they arrive at the church (up to ˝
hour)
Music during the signing of the register
Optional marches if requested as an alternative to the organ
Civil Ceremony
Music for your guests for approx ˝ hour before the bride arrives
A march for the entrance of the bride
Music during the signing of the register
Music for the bride, groom and guests to leave the room
Amanda always tries to meet with the bride and groom beforehand in
order to pick the music. It is important for the couple to spend
some time picking their music- it will be the soundtrack to their
memories!
Drinks Reception
To play for the duration of the drinks reception until the wedding party
moves into the wedding breakfast (line-up not included.) Times are
not stipulated as many factors can alter the timings of the
reception (including weather, photographers, venue itself) – some
take longer than others, for which Amanda will play for the
duration.
Wedding Breakfast
To play for the breakfast from the line-up to the coffee / speeches.
(Please state if you are having speeches before hand).
Parties of 100 + people may need amplification- please state if this
is the case.
Attire
Depending on
your colour scheme, Amanda will do her best to match with her
outfit.
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