Dr. Vanessa Fountain, harpist

Top Performer

Palm Springs, CA

$250 and up

Travels up to 60 miles

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Flower Duet Harp Solo

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"Daniel" by Elton John

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"Dream On" by Aerosmith

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Playing my electric harp at TEDx Temecula

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My white concert harp

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Winter Solstice party

Overview

Dr. Vanessa Fountain is an internationally renowned harpist and providing public and private concerts as well as events, receptions, weddings, and funerals. In addition to playing for such notables as Oprah Winfrey and Barry Manilow, she has given concerts in Spain, China, and South Africa. She plays Classical, jazz and pop/rock music on various harps and piano, arranges much of her music, and can customize a program of music to clients' individual preferences. Winner of the WeddingWire Couples' Choice Award, given to the top 5% of wedding professionals across the U.S. and Canada continuously from (phone number hidden)2. She services the Coachella Valley and San Diego County; other areas by request.


Reviews

6 reviews

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Jarred E.

April 30, 2025
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A Perfect Accompaniment to the Event

Dr. Vanessa Fountain was wonderful! She communicated clearly, arrived with enough time to set up, and played music that was perfect for the event. Our guests enjoyed her music and having her at the event really enhanced the event. I would hire Dr. Vanessa Fountain to play harp again at an event.

Hired as: Harpist

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Dr. Vanessa Fountain, harpist

Thank you, Jarred, it was a pleasure to work with you and perform for this event!


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Kristi C.

October 12, 2022
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Played for my wedding!

It was a perfect afternoon for my ceremony and the music just perfect. She was easy to communicate with and very professional. Played all my requested songs and did it so perfectly. I would recommend her to anyone I know. Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart.

Hired as: Harpist


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Megan M.

October 27, 2021
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Fabulous

Vanessa was delightful to work with. She’s professional, showed up on time, prompt and easy to communicate with and so extremely talented. The music she played on her harp for our wedding was heavenly and absolutely perfect. Do not hesitate to book her for your event!

Hired as: Harpist


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Sloane

January 27, 2020
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Very professional

Highly recommend Dr. Vanessa. She was responsive, flexible and played beautiful music.

Hired as: Harpist


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Linda P.

December 19, 2019
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Amazing harpist

She was amazing

Hired as: Harpist

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Booking information

Price range: $250 and up

Languages: English

Services offered

Upcoming booked events

November 2026

08

Sunday

Wedding Ceremony

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Coachella, CA

December 2026

05

Saturday

Wedding Reception

3:00pm - 4:30pm

Thermal, CA

Past booked events

April 2025

26

Saturday

Nonprofit Event

4:30pm - 5:30pm

Palm Springs, CA

September 2022

17

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Yucaipa, CA

June 2022

29

Wednesday

Funeral/Memorial Service

5:00pm - 6:00pm

Beaumont, CA

04

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

5:30pm - 6:30pm

Cathedral City, CA

May 2022

28

Saturday

Religious Celebration

1:00pm - 2:00pm

Moreno Valley, CA

October 2021

24

Sunday

Wedding Ceremony

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Palm Springs, CA

January 2020

26

Sunday

Personal Occasion

10:00am - 11:30am

Palm Springs, CA

December 2019

14

Saturday

Christmas Party

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Rancho Mirage, CA

07

Saturday

Fundraiser

5:00pm - 8:00pm

Palm Desert, CA

May 2019

25

Saturday

Wedding Reception

11:30am - 1:30pm

Palm Desert, CA

March 2019

30

Saturday

Wedding Reception

3:30pm - 4:00pm

Palm Springs, CA

February 2018

14

Wednesday

Dinner Party

5:00pm - 7:00pm

La Quinta, CA

February 2016

13

Saturday

Birthday (Adult)

5:00pm - 9:00pm

Indio, CA

March 2015

20

Friday

Wedding Ceremony

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Palm Desert, CA

December 2013

07

Saturday

Holiday Party

4:30pm - 8:30pm

Rancho Mirage, CA

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