Andrea Mumm, Harpist

Harp can add a special touch to any event or function. Music ranging from classical to jazz standards sound incredible on the harp. Andrea performs regularly not only at weddings, but also receptions, church services, business functions, cocktail hours, holiday events, wine tastings, dinner parties, baby showers, afternoon tea, funerals, and birthday parties.

Andrea offers a wide selection of music and can easily tailor the repertoire to the specific event. In the complimentary consultation Andrea provides, she works with the client to find the suitable blend of music for the event. If you have a certain piece in mind that is not found on Andrea's repertoire list, she would be more than happy to learn it for your day!

Wedding packages include prelude music for seating of guests, all processionals, music during the ceremony, recessional, and postlude music for when guests are exiting. Also included is an in-person consultation with Andrea to work with the client to hand pick the best musical selections as well and unlimited e-mail and phone correspondence. Harp works beautifully for cocktail hours as well!

Andrea requires no additional equipment and brings her own music stand and bench to every event and wedding. The harp sound carries well and, in most cases, no extra amplification is necessary.

A native of New Jersey, Andrea Mumm holds the Dr. Billy Graham Principal Harp chair of the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra. Praised for her ability to “handle filigree solo passage with aplomb” and her “serene…and sweetly swoony” playing by the Charlotte Observer, Andrea is regarded as one of the top harpists of her generation. Andrea has performed with the Colorado Music Festival, Civic Orchestra of Chicago, National Repertory Orchestra, Peninsula Music Festival Orchestra, Mercury Opera Company of Rochester, and the Brevard Music Center Orchestra in addition to having toured extensively throughout North and South America as Principal Harpist with the Youth Orchestra of the Americas.

Andrea is able to play outdoor events, but with certain requirements. The harp needs a flat, dry surface on which to stand, preferably with a covering (gazebo, tent, etc.). Generally, the harp takes up an area about the size of 4’ X4’. At the first sign of inclement weather (ex. rain, extreme heat, extreme cold), Andrea will have to move her harp indoors for the safety and protection of her instrument. Due to the delicate nature of her instrument, Andrea is unable to play outdoor events if the temperature is below 50F.

The harp is roughly 81 pounds and stands 74” tall. Andrea has her own “harp car” and is fully self-sufficient when transporting her instrument.

For most occasions, the harp does not need amplification! The harp sound projects well and Andrea can adjust her playing volume based on the venue space. If amplification is necessary, a standard microphone will do.