Emily Montoya Barnes

Top Performer

Reno, NV

$400 and up

Travels up to 90 miles

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Overview

Emily Barnes is an experienced harpist in the Reno/Tahoe area. She has been performing at weddings and events for over 15 years, and has experience playing in casinos, golf courses, and many other popular venues in town. Emily is a graduate of Manhattan School of Music with a degree in Harp Performance. She has performed domestically and abroad as a soloist and as part of a flute and harp duo. Her experience, professionalism and enthusiasm make her a highly-sought after harpist.


Reviews

4 reviews

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Carol H.

October 30, 2024
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Emily was wonderful

On time, dressed perfectly. We had her pick the music which was spot on for the event. Would definitely hire her again and your company.

Hired as: Harpist

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Emily Montoya Barnes

Thank you, Carol!


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Reynna A.

May 17, 2022
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Amazing! Book immediately!

From questions we had prior to booking, to planning our wedding day, Emily amazing communication. You can tell she really cares and she played beautifully.

Hired as: Harpist


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Cassie E.

April 26, 2021
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Amazing Harpist! Highly recommend!

She played beautifully at my wedding! She was very sweet and professional! I’m so happy that she was able to be at my wedding!

Hired as: Harpist


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Rena

August 6, 2018
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Emily was exquisite!

Emily was simply exquisite! Our guests are still raving about her!

Hired as: Harpist

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Booking information

Price range: $400 and up

Languages: English , Spanish

Gig length: 30 - 240 minutes

About

Emily has been performing at weddings and events in the Las Vegas area for over 10 years. She has experience playing in casinos, golf courses, and many other popular venues in town. Emily is a graduate of Manhattan School of Music with a degree in Harp Performance. She has performed domestically and abroad as a soloist and as part of a flute and harp duo. Her experience, professionalism and enthusiasm make her a highly-sought after harpist.

Emily plays a variety of styles including:
Pop
Broadway/Show tunes
Jazz
Irish/Traditional
Classical

Services offered

Upcoming booked events

August 2026

08

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

5:00pm - 5:45pm

Tahoe City, CA

Past booked events

May 2025

08

Thursday

Grand Opening

1:30pm - 5:30pm

Minden, NV

October 2024

29

Tuesday

Cocktail Party

5:30pm - 7:00pm

Reno, NV

June 2023

10

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

3:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks, NV

June 2022

11

Saturday

Wedding Cocktail Hour

5:00pm - 8:00pm

Quincy, CA

May 2022

12

Thursday

Wedding Ceremony

11:00am - 12:30pm

Grass Valley, CA

July 2021

11

Sunday

Birthday Party

5:00pm - 7:00pm

Reno, NV

April 2021

24

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

9:30am - 11:00am

Quincy, CA

July 2018

27

Friday

Wedding Cocktail Hour

8:00pm - 9:30pm

Las Vegas, NV

Setup requirements

Shade

accessible walkway to site

Level ground or platform at playing location

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