Joy Smith Harps & Story Telling
Music for Weddings & Special Events
Music for Weddings & Special Events
'Magical and virtuosic harps' BBC radio 4, Jenni Murray (Women's Hour)
Joy is a prize winning harpist, performing regularly as a soloist, chamber and orchestral musician throughout the United
Kingdom and abroad. She is one of the most highly respected harpists on the circuit today and her performance brings a
special touch to any event.
'Wonderful, lush, alert performance' The Guardian
Joy has played at such diverse occasions as the Proms at the Royal Albert Hall, a harp recital for HM the Queen, Baroque opera at The Royal Opera House in Covent Garden and at the Glastonbury Rock Festival with her electric harp. She has had her own jazz harp residency at London's Cafe de Paris and has made numerous appearances on television (Top of The Pops, MTV, The Andrew Marr Show) and radio. She has recorded and played with artists such as David Gray, Sophie Ellis Baxter and Paul Hartnoll (Orbital).
This versatility means she can tailor her repertoire perfectly foreach individual occasion, from the intimacy of a small ceremony to filling a stadium. Joy performs on 7 different harps from a classic golden concert grand to medieval, baroque and ultra modern electric harps.
'So improvisatory and spontaneous. Very very exciting.’ BBC Radio 3
Joy has huge experience as a wedding harpist and is always happy to give advice on music for ceremonies. She also enjoys performing at corporate events of all sizes and has amplification for very large functions. Whether you wish to have subtle background music or a dynamic focus point to your event, Joy's versatility and experience will create the perfect ambience.
PERSONALISED ARRANGEMENTS AND COMPOSITIONS
Joy can arrange music from any genre to suit your occasion, from classical to jazz, heavy metal to rap. You can also
commission an original composition or improvisation which will be totally unique to you.
VIRTUAL HARP
Joy can liase with your venue to arrange a screen for her to be live at your wedding - even from the other side of the globe! She can also send a pre recorded film, including a featured performance of the music of your choice with a spoken
introduction. This could be for during the signing of the register, as a special moment before the toast or as a unique and
memorable part of the speeches. The only limit is your imagination.
CUSTOMISED RECORDING
Music is such an important and memorable part of any special occasion. Joy can provide a professional recording of your chosen music so you have a lasting memory of the day. It can be a lovely addition to put on your wedding gift list!
STORY TELLING - real and virtual
Joy is a gifted storyteller and her story nights for grown ups are infamous. She will specially design a concert of stories tailored to your requirements. You can book her as a featured artist to
entertain your guests before/after the meal or have a special space where people can mingle and be lured into a world where Joy will ignite your imagination and lure you into letting down
your guard. Also available on zoom.
Audience quotes.
“Glamorous, thought provoking, inspiring and down right good fun....more please.”
“Absolutely mesmerising storytelling.”
“I loved Joy’s performance- a complete revelation.”
“Rarely have we had such a diverting entertainment.”
“Joy’s stories and beautiful harp playing, what a talent and so original.”
“A truly magical evening.”
'Magical and virtuosic harps' BBC radio 4, Jenni Murray (Women's Hour)
Joy is a prize winning harpist, performing regularly as a soloist, chamber and orchestral musician throughout the United
Kingdom and abroad. She is one of the most highly respected harpists on the circuit today and her performance brings a
special touch to any event.
'Wonderful, lush, alert performance' The Guardian
Joy has played at such diverse occasions as the Proms at the Royal Albert Hall, a harp recital for HM the Queen, Baroque opera at The Royal Opera House in Covent Garden and at the Glastonbury Rock Festival with her electric harp. She has had her own jazz harp residency at London's Cafe de Paris and has made numerous appearances on television (Top of The Pops, MTV, The Andrew Marr Show) and radio. She has recorded and played with artists such as David Gray, Sophie Ellis Baxter and Paul Hartnoll (Orbital).
This versatility means she can tailor her repertoire perfectly foreach individual occasion, from the intimacy of a small ceremony to filling a stadium. Joy performs on 7 different harps from a classic golden concert grand to medieval, baroque and ultra modern electric harps.
'So improvisatory and spontaneous. Very very exciting.’ BBC Radio 3
Joy has huge experience as a wedding harpist and is always happy to give advice on music for ceremonies. She also enjoys performing at corporate events of all sizes and has amplification for very large functions. Whether you wish to have subtle background music or a dynamic focus point to your event, Joy's versatility and experience will create the perfect ambience.
PERSONALISED ARRANGEMENTS AND COMPOSITIONS
Joy can arrange music from any genre to suit your occasion, from classical to jazz, heavy metal to rap. You can also
commission an original composition or improvisation which will be totally unique to you.
VIRTUAL HARP
Joy can liase with your venue to arrange a screen for her to be live at your wedding - even from the other side of the globe! She can also send a pre recorded film, including a featured performance of the music of your choice with a spoken
introduction. This could be for during the signing of the register, as a special moment before the toast or as a unique and
memorable part of the speeches. The only limit is your imagination.
CUSTOMISED RECORDING
Music is such an important and memorable part of any special occasion. Joy can provide a professional recording of your chosen music so you have a lasting memory of the day. It can be a lovely addition to put on your wedding gift list!
STORY TELLING - real and virtual
Joy is a gifted storyteller and her story nights for grown ups are infamous. She will specially design a concert of stories tailored to your requirements. You can book her as a featured artist to
entertain your guests before/after the meal or have a special space where people can mingle and be lured into a world where Joy will ignite your imagination and lure you into letting down
your guard. Also available on zoom.
Audience quotes.
“Glamorous, thought provoking, inspiring and down right good fun....more please.”
“Absolutely mesmerising storytelling.”
“I loved Joy’s performance- a complete revelation.”
“Rarely have we had such a diverting entertainment.”
“Joy’s stories and beautiful harp playing, what a talent and so original.”
“A truly magical evening.”
