Reviews of Lisa - Modern Singing Harpist

17 reviews, rated 10/10 on average

David & Nuala Donegan (Wedding) 29 Jul 2019
10/10

It is difficult to capture just how fabulous Lisa was before as well as on the day. She is such a lovely, fun and friendly woman. We really enjoyed working with her in planning the day and her singing down the phone to us as she explored various song suggestions will be a fond memory for us both... leaving us very excited for the day itself. We both love music, as do our families and put a lot of effort to line up some fantastic musical acts in addition to Lisa, including a 6 piece band and a solo guitarist we flew in from abroad. We also had a number of first class entertainers and performers....however despite this, the number one comment we had from every guest during the day and since has been the dramatic and hugely positive impression Lisa had on everyone. We almost felt bad our guests were giving her so much attention and trying to book her for their own events, including a lot of people who had already booked their musicians and were now having second thoughts!! We wanted the wow factor and Lisa certainly provides that. We can’t think of anyone we’ve ever seen musically who is so versatile and yet consistently high quality, indeed... top class. From classical church performances (she is very knowledgable and comfortable in working with you and your ceremony) ... she also learnt a particular piece for us that we’ve never heard covered and yet she delivered it as if it was her favourite song while also very much making it her own. Switching to a top class contemporary set during the drinks reception took everyone by surprise....and her true personality really came out when she switched into a medley of her own hip hop / original numbers blended with a traditional Irish music session, a sing off and an Irish dance combo. There is little to add to what others more qualified have already said in terms of her pure and incredible voice. Beyond this... to give you a sense of her capability... she was able to jam with another musician she only met on the day... to pick up, tune and play a new instrument (family heirloom banjo) as a special request.... to captivate 150 guests of all age ranges and from across the globe, and was able to keep our guests enthralled and enchanted with her for over 6 hours. We’ve met someone who we will enjoy following and listening to for the rest of our lives and who we will always feel lucky we were able to have share our special day. I suspect we will be going to see her gig and perform again very soon (if our guests don’t beat us to it first!).

Ian Carter (Daughter's Wedding) 11 Nov 2016
10/10

I cannot rate Lisa higher than 10/10, but I will do my best to justify why this should be possible. To begin with Lisa was a delight to deal with before, during and after the Wedding. Left largely to her own devices on the day, she was a complete professional and delivered all that we asked for and more. She was booked to perform to welcome guests to the Ceremony, during the Ceremony and throughout the Wedding Breakfast and did so exquisitely. We could not have made a more perfect choice of performer. Lisa is truly gifted, not only as an outstanding harpist, musician, songwriter and musical arranger, but she also has a tone to her voice that oozes pure quality, whatever the genre of music. Her performance of 'At Last' during the Ceremony was without question the best rendition of this much reproduced number that I have ever heard, including by Etta James. It was so good it caused a brief pause in everyone's joy for the married couple, as they went to sign the Register, whilst they registered the stunning sound, and this was captured perfectly on the video. Lisa performed a wide range of music equally well, including some traditional Irish music and other requests and was top class throughout. I lost count of how many guests complimented the beauty of her performances from start to finish and the fact that she set the perfect mood for a perfect day. It is certainly a sentiment that I echo loudly and I will forever remember and be grateful for the massive contribution that Lisa made to the happiest day of my daughter's life, and to one of my own.

Jason O'Brien 28 Jan 2016
10/10

Watching Lisa perform is like watching someone possessed by music - a truly astonishing experience. She is also a fantastic person. Happy to now call her a friend, Jason.

Hillary & Michael 28 Jan 2016
10/10

Lisa performed for a Christmas party we threw in our house. Could not recommend her more. Will be booking her every year!

Tricia Green 28 Jan 2016
10/10

Lisa performed with our vocal group for concert. She was such a huge addition, very helpful, professional, easy-going, with an unbelievable talent. I've already booked her for my wedding, cannot wait to hear her sing and play harp again!

Natalie 28 Jan 2016
10/10

Lisa performed at a fashion show I hosted. She was absolutely amazing. Her voice is so beautiful, it really added so much to the night. People are still talking about her! So glad I booked her!

Morgan 28 Jan 2016
10/10

Incredible musician. Very professional. Went down a treat at my retirement party.

Selina Dawson 27 Jan 2016
10/10

Lisa did the music in the church for our wedding. I gave her a list of songs I wanted, some of them she didn't know but was willing to learn for our big day. She was very helpful at filling in the bits I had neglected and selected some beautiful pieces of music. Although the day is a bit of a blur to me, everyone still comments on how amazing the music was. She also sang our first dance with the band which was very special. I think the band would have kept her all night! I'd highly recommend her.

Laura O'Connor 24 Jan 2016
10/10

Lisa played for our wedding last year and was absolutely outstanding. She made the day even more magical. Lisa was so easy to work with while giving us loads of helpful advice and meeting our every requirement. 4 couples who attended our wedding went on to book her for theirs and were every bit as happy. A remarkable singer and musician. Get booking!

Tim Bradley 18 Jan 2016
10/10

Lisa played during our wedding ceremony and was one of the highlights of our very special day. We have received so many messages from friends and family since the big day complimenting her music. We provided a playlist to Lisa, some of which would not be traditional wedding tunes, but she played everything we requested and it was note perfect. Lisa's professionalism was very evident and was able to provide some much appreciated advice and guidance in relation to the music for the ceremony. We are delighted that she was a part of our big day and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a talented and professional artist for any occasion. Tim & Julie

Diarmuid O Brien (CadeNza Wedding Muisc) 14 Jan 2016
10/10

Lisa is the most amazing talented singer and musician we ever worked with, a true professional that blew the audiences away whenever she performed, we'd highly recommend Lisa, that's if you're lucky enough to get her...

Jodi Marr (Grammy Award Winning Songwriter, Publisher) 13 Jan 2016
10/10

The unique sound of Irish harp and banjo accompanying LISA'S stellar voice is a once in a life time experience

She Plays the harp in a style all her own; almost as if she were playing finger style guitar. Combining her deep knowledge of Irish traditional music with current pop styling is what attracted me to her as an artist and storyteller in the first place

She is the first artist I signed to my new venture abfab artists .com and LISA has already written with several Grammy winning writers producers and artists for the pop market and film and television

I'm very much looking forward to working on her upcoming album.

Miles Copeland (Former Manager of The Police) 13 Jan 2016
10/10

Phenomenal harpist and singer!

Alan 12 Jan 2016
10/10

Hi
I had Lisa play for us at our wedding in December '13. She is an amazingly talented musician and very easy to work with when organising the music for the church and reception. We had some ideas of our own and Lisa was able to play the songs we requested as well as recommending a few more that beautiful on the day.
She incorporated the harp and banjo into our requested songs and she has a voice that has to be heard to be believed!
Lisa's music helped to create a very special atmosphere and made our day even more memorable!
I could not recommend more highly!

Jane and Dave 12 Jan 2016
10/10

Where do I start? Lisa was just exceptional at our wedding! I could not recommend her more. Everyone is still talking about her. So beautiful. She added so much to the day

Jane & Dave

Lisa - Modern Singing Harpist

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