Anela Lauren

Top Performer

Coos Bay, OR

$250 and up. discounts for senior/wellness events.

Travels up to 120 miles

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Nature Boy

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36-string Thormahlen Swan

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Mele from the Harp

Overview

I have been a professional harpist for over 20 years. I love to create beautiful ambiance for all kinds of special events - weddings, memorials, bridal/baby showers, birthdays, anniversaries, art openings, holiday events, etc. I also love to play at senior centers and at yoga/wellness classes and retreats and I offer discounted rates for these services.

I am easy to work with and dependable. I arrange all kinds of music to the celtic harp - from classical to contemporary, folk, rock, and world (especially Hawaiian, as I lived there for many years). I provide amplification for up to 100 guests at no additional charge. I look forward to helping make your dreams come true for your special day.


Reviews

12 reviews

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Carolyn G.

June 28, 2025
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Memorial service success

Anela was a delight-responsive, easy to book online and showed up promptly. She was flexible with a plan for playing outside for our mom’s memorial service. The music was beautiful and she did a wonderful job. The service ran much longer than I anticipated initially and she quietly slipped out to allow our other performer a chance to play. It all worked beautifully and was wonderful.

Hired as: Harpist


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Heather S.

May 27, 2025
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Thank you for the memories!

We had a destination wedding in Oregon last week, our experience with hiring Anela was spectacular. From start to finish, she made everything about it easy and reliable. Thank you again so much.

Hired as: Harpist


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Svetlana M.

August 28, 2023
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Amazing!!!

10 out of 5 stars!!! Loved the music! Made the wedding ceremony so magical. Our families and guests are still talking about how they enjoyed the music!

Hired as: Acoustic Band, Harpist

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Anela Lauren

Thank you Lana. It was a beautiful day!


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Dan P.

December 25, 2018
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Everything was great

Anela showed up on time as promised, and played her Harp beautifully throughout our holiday party. All of our guests enjoyed her music. Highly recommend!

Hired as: Harpist


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Betty L.

November 24, 2017
Verified review

Exceptional performance

Anela took time from her busy holiday to come to our house and play for a dinner party. Everyone enjoyed her music.

Hired as: Harpist

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Booking information

Price range: $250 and up. discounts for senior/wellness events.

Gig length: 60 - 180 minutes

What to expect

I have clear lines of communication. As soon as you provide the general location of the event, I will give you a quote. Once your deposit is received, we will be confirmed. Full payment is required 2 weeks before the event. For weddings, I ask for song choices for at least the bridal walk and recessional - if you would like to choose more songs from my repertoire that is great, or you can choose genres and let me play what feels right in the moment. If you have special requests I need to know as soon as possible so I can determine whether they can be arranged to the harp. Depending on the song, I may charge extra for this service. I will arrive early to set up and will play for you with joy! I look forward to working with you to make your dreams come true.

About

I grew up playing the piano and switched to the harp because it was ever so slightly more portable. I played professionally for 13 years on the island of Kaua'i, 7 years in Boulder, Colorado and just recently moved to Coos Bay, Oregon. I have a small lap harp, Lulu, which is perfect for small spaces and remote places, and a full-sized celtic floor harp (a Thormahlen Swan) named Guinevere, who has a lovely curly maple body and strong, resonant tone. I am dependable and easy to work with.

Additional booking notes

Harps cannot get wet. If there is any chance of rain, a canopy or indoor venue must be provided.

Services offered

Upcoming booked events

August 2026

02

Sunday

Wedding Ceremony

4:00pm - 6:00pm

Eugene, OR

September 2026

12

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

4:30pm - 7:00pm

Crescent, OR

19

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Medford, OR

Past booked events

June 2025

27

Friday

Personal Occasion

11:00am - 12:00pm

Bandon, OR

May 2025

22

Thursday

Wedding Ceremony

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Eugene, OR

October 2024

20

Sunday

Funeral/Memorial Service

2:30pm - 3:00pm

Dexter, OR

September 2024

21

Saturday

Wedding Reception

3:30pm - 5:30pm

Newport, OR

July 2024

25

Thursday

Wedding Ceremony

12:30pm - 2:30pm

Florence, OR

August 2023

26

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

2:30pm - 4:00pm

Coos Bay, OR

January 2023

28

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

1:30pm - 3:30pm

Cottage Grove, OR

December 2018

23

Sunday

Dinner Party

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Boulder, CO

October 2018

21

Sunday

Wedding Ceremony

4:30pm - 5:00pm

Dillon, CO

November 2017

23

Thursday

Dinner Party

3:00pm - 4:00pm

Longmont, CO

October 2017

07

Saturday

Baby Shower

1:30pm - 4:00pm

Cherry Hills Village, CO

September 2017

28

Thursday

Grand Opening

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Boulder, CO

July 2017

08

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

1:00pm - 2:00pm

Estes Park, CO

January 2017

08

Sunday

Launch Party

7:00pm - 8:00pm

Severance, CO

January 2016

28

Thursday

Grand Opening

4:00pm - 6:30pm

Parker, CO

October 2015

17

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

3:00pm - 3:30pm

Allenspark, CO

September 2015

12

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

12:00pm - 12:45pm

Lafayette, CO

August 2015

30

Sunday

Wedding Ceremony

10:30am - 11:15am

Denver, CO

22

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Idaho Springs, CO

16

Sunday

Cultural Event

3:30pm - 5:30pm

Boulder, CO

January 2015

17

Saturday

Birthday Party

1:30pm - 2:15pm

Boulder, CO

Set list

Please visit my website for a complete set list.

Influences and inspiration

My harp heroes include Sylvia Woods, Deborah Henson-Conant and Alice Coltrane. Other musical influences include Joni Mitchell, Israel Kamakawiwo'ole, Dennis Kamakahi, and numerous others.

Setup requirements

power source, 3' x 3' area for myself and the harp

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