- Baltimore, MD
- Harpist
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Overview
Harpist specializing in pop-rock music
Can play acoustic or electric harp for any event
Reviews
18 reviews
Megan N.
June 9, 2024Wonderful
Abbie was a beautiful addition to our wedding. She was so sweet, organized, on time, and SO TALENTED. Also extremely reasonably priced considering her resume. We only gave her one specific song to play during the ceremony and she filled in the blanks beautifully!!!!
I would not hesitate to book Abbie again. Thank you Abbie!!! You’re a gem.
Hired as: Harpist
Paul H.
February 15, 2024Valentine's Blockbuster!
Abbie's performance on Valentine's Day was a truly enchanting experience that added a touch of magic to the atmosphere. She skillfully created a perfect ambiance that enhanced the romantic mood of the evening.
The harp's delicate and resonant tones seemed to weave effortlessly through the room, filling it with an ethereal quality. Each note struck a chord with the emotions of the audience, conveying a sense of love and intimacy. The harpist's technical prowess and expressive playing style contributed to a captivating performance that held the attention of everyone present.
The choice of repertoire also played a significant role in setting the mood. Whether it was classic love songs, contemporary ballads, or perhaps even original compositions, the harpist's selections resonated with the theme of the evening, enhancing the overall atmosphere.
The harpist's presence itself added a touch of elegance and sophistication to the event. The instrument's graceful appearance, combined with the musician's poise and artistry, created a visually stunning performance that complemented the auditory experience.
Overall, Abbie's performance on Valentine's Day can be described as nothing short of magical. The music, ambiance, and the artist's skill combined to create a perfect environment for a romantic evening, leaving a lasting impression on those fortunate enough to witness this exceptional musical celebration of love.
Hired as: Harpist
Abbie Palmer
Paul - thank you for your incredibly kind review! It was beyond a pleasure playing for the very special evening! The event was beautifully produced by you and your staff and the venue is (as always) very magical as well! Thank you again and I hope to be in touch in the future!
Johanna D.
December 16, 2023Holiday party harpist
We had Abbie stationed in our holiday party entrance. She did a great job, and set the mood for all of our guests. Would definitely use her again. Thanks, Abbie!
Hired as: Harpist
Abbie Palmer
Thank you so much for having me Johanna! Was a true pleasure to be part of the night :)
Tara C.
November 13, 2023Professional, Responsive and Fabulously Talented
Abbie provided harp music for our intimate wedding of 17 people in Winchester, VA. All of our guests were so impressed by her. Abbie was recommended to us by another musician in the area, and we booked her almost immediately after our first email interaction. She is so responsive and easy to work with. Abbie has an extensive repertoire across multiple categories of music. She was even able to learn a new song for us that we had always wanted to walk down the aisle to. She was very punctual, dressed in formal attire for the occasion, and handled everything from set up to moving from the ceremony site to the cocktail hour area seamlessly. I highly recommend Abbie for your next event and should I find myself in need of a fantastic musician in the future I’ll know who to go to first :)
Hired as: Harpist
Abbie Palmer
Tara, it was such a pleasure playing for your wedding! Your family and friends seemed like such wonderful people and I so enjoyed working on your selections/setlist :) Thank you again and I hope we cross paths again sometime soon!
Louise E. T.
November 10, 2023Perfection
Abbie was a dream to plan and work with. She went to the trouble of learning pieces from an opera that was a favorite to play at the reception. She was the consummate professional!! Everyone remarked on her performance, her charm and how lovely she looked. I would gladly engage her again!
Hired as: Harpist
Abbie Palmer
Louise - thank you so much for your kind words, it was such a pleasure having the opportunity to get to know you and your wonderful family and friends for this very special event. I'm so glad to hear the harp music was what you were hoping :) I hope we can work together again in the future!
Booking information
Price range: $500 and up
Languages: English
Gig length: 60 - 240 minutes
Insurance: $1,000,000 - Chubb
What to expect
Expect to see a well seasoned performer who is enthusiastic about providing music for any type of venue or event. Abbie is innovative and enjoys thinking outside the box when it comes to performance.
About
Abbie Palmer is a multi-genre electric harpist and singer-songwriter. With roots in World music, Conservatory Classical training, and a contemporary writing style, Abbie brings an eclectic and eccentric flavor to any stage or listener. She is most known for her unique percussive style of playing on the harp and her ability to seamlessly improvise with any instrument in any genre. Her original music offers an interesting fusion of various genres, and Abbie has been writing/recording/performing her original music for over 15 years. Abbie also specializes in meditation music based off of her board certification in music therapy. Abbie’s roots are in Celtic music having grown up in a family of Celtic musicians and performing at Renaissance Festivals from a young age. Abbie has had the pleasure of playing with some of DC's most highly esteemed musicians, spanning a range of genres and continents of origins, namely traditional Scottish and Irish, New Age, Electronic, Hip-Hop, North African, Jazz, and Pop/Rock.
Additional booking notes
Abbie can bring her own sound equipment as well as plug into an already established sound system.
Services offered
Past booked events
February 2026
14
Saturday
Dinner Party
5:30pm - 9:00pm
•
Manakin Sabot, VA
December 2025
31
Wednesday
New Year's Party
8:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Washington, DC
June 2024
29
Saturday
Baby Shower
12:30pm - 3:30pm
•
Bethesda, MD
22
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
4:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Wilmington, DE
08
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
11:30am - 1:00pm
•
Alexandria, VA
February 2024
14
Wednesday
Dinner Party
6:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Manakin Sabot, VA
December 2023
14
Thursday
Cocktail Party
5:30pm - 8:00pm
•
Washington, DC
October 2023
27
Friday
Funeral/Memorial Service
1:00pm - 3:00pm
•
Washington, DC
September 2023
29
Friday
Wedding Cocktail Hour
6:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Rehoboth Beach, DE
22
Friday
Wedding Ceremony
4:30pm - 6:00pm
•
Edgewater, MD
May 2023
20
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
11:00am - 12:00pm
•
Alexandria, VA
05
Friday
Wedding Ceremony
4:30pm - 6:00pm
•
Adamstown, MD
April 2023
15
Saturday
Fundraiser
6:00pm - 7:30pm
•
Baltimore, MD
15
Saturday
Bridal Shower
12:00pm - 2:00pm
•
Hagerstown, MD
February 2023
18
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
4:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Richmond, VA
11
Saturday
Holiday Party
6:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Manakin Sabot, VA
December 2022
18
Sunday
Dinner Party
7:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Reston, VA
15
Thursday
Anniversary Party
5:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Glen Arm, MD
04
Sunday
Retirement Party
1:00pm - 4:00pm
•
Mount Vernon, VA
03
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
11:00am - 1:00pm
•
Washington, DC
October 2022
01
Saturday
Baby Shower
2:30pm - 3:00pm
•
Capitol Heights, MD
September 2022
16
Friday
Funeral/Memorial Service
10:00am - 11:00am
•
Hyattsville, MD
Set list
Please ask me! Because I play Classical, Celtic, Rock/Pop, Folk, Original, Liturgical, etc, I can give you a suggested setlist for each genre depending on what you're looking for!
Influences and inspiration
Imogen Help
Regina Spektor
Florence and the Machine
Tori Amos
Enya
Joni Mitchell
Coldplay
The Beatles
Setup requirements
N/A
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