Erin Hansen Janke, harpist

Manville, RI

$200-$500

Travels up to 30 miles

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Tale as Old as Time

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2017 Biltmore wedding (Asheville, NC)

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2016 performance with chamber group (Bob Jones University)

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2016 outdoor wedding

Overview

Your event + Harp music = Unforgettable.
In my more than seventeen years of experience performing, I have played for countless weddings and other events, first in the Midwest, then upstate South Carolina, and now the Boston area. My repertoire includes classical favorites, hymns, Celtic, folk, Disney/Broadway, and more!


Reviews

5 reviews

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Cathy M.

January 25, 2026
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Perfect

Erin and I communicated regarding day of details. She arrived on time and she was absolutely wonderful for my daughter-in-laws baby shower. The music was unbelievable and I have been receiving texts and calls from our guests saying how much they loved it. I believe one of my guests asked Erin if she had a CD
I have never had a harpist at a baby shower before. I heard about gig salad from a friend and so glad I did Erin did not disappoint and I would highly recommend her for any of your event entertainment
C McKay

Hired as: Harpist


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Brittany S.

September 16, 2024
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Wonderful to work with

We loved working with Erin! She's very talented and in our meeting with her to discus songs she was easy to talk to and very comfortably led us through the process. We also received a lot of compliments on the music and Erin her harp music did a lot to transform our weekday afternoon into a wedding day!

Hired as: Harpist


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Suzanne M.

September 28, 2023
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Outstanding!

Erin's performance at our wedding was truly exceptional. From the moment we began working with her, it was evident that she possessed a remarkable level of professionalism and ease to collaborate with. She effortlessly fulfilled every commitment she made, leaving us thoroughly impressed.

The music Erin played on her harp was nothing short of exquisite. The beautiful melodies resonated throughout the venue, creating an enchanting atmosphere that added an extra touch of elegance to our special day. Her talent and skill were evident in every note she played, leaving a lasting impression on all our guests.

Without hesitation, we wholeheartedly recommend Erin to anyone seeking a truly exceptional musical experience. Her ability to create such a captivating ambiance with her harp is truly remarkable. We were privileged to have her as a part of our wedding, and we are confident that she will exceed expectations for any future event.

Erin's professionalism, reliability, and extraordinary musical talent make her an outstanding choice for any occasion. We cannot express enough gratitude for the beautiful addition she brought to our wedding.

Hired as: Harpist


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Aaron C.

October 4, 2022
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Outstanding performance

Professional, prompt and talented. Stupendous effort. Thank you very much.

Hired as: Harpist


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Ayesha A.

February 14, 2022
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Great for wedding!

Erin is incredibly talented and went out of her way to perform at our wedding! She worked with a violinist and even practiced a couple of new songs (including a Bollywood one) at our request. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking to add beautiful music to their event!

Hired as: Harpist

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Booking information

Price range: $200-$500

What to expect

I promise you beautiful music appropriate to your event, played on a beautiful instrument. I strive to be flexible and accommodating for any requests you may have.

About

In my almost 20 years of experience performing, I have played for countless weddings and other events, first in the Midwest, then upstate South Carolina, and now in the Boston area. One of my greatest joys is making music and sharing God's gift of music with others.

I received my first harp as a gift when I was seven years old, and from then on I have never stopped loving music. The harp has taken me from performing for tea rooms when I was nine to playing for weddings throughout my teen years, then completing a bachelor's degree in Harp Performance, and now working as a professional harpist.

In addition to solo performance, I have experience as a harpist with orchestras, bands, and choirs. In my spare time, I also compose for harp and piano and teach private harp lessons to students of all ages and stages.

Additional booking notes

The harp is by nature a quieter instrument, so performance in an outdoor venue or a large or crowded space may require a mic.
Proper lighting is needed so that I can read my music.
A flat, stable surface is necessary for the harp. The instrument is transported via a rolling dolly, so I try to avoid stairs if possible. Ramps and elevators to the venue are greatly appreciated.

Services offered

Past booked events

January 2026

24

Saturday

Baby Shower

11:30am - 1:00pm

Bellingham, MA

September 2024

12

Thursday

Wedding Ceremony

3:30pm - 4:30pm

Newton Center, MA

September 2023

23

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

5:00pm - 6:30pm

Providence, RI

March 2023

17

Friday

Cultural Event

12:00pm - 1:30pm

Roxbury, MA

October 2022

01

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

4:00pm - 6:30pm

Uxbridge, MA

July 2022

09

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Boston, MA

April 2022

30

Saturday

Wedding Reception

3:30pm - 5:00pm

Boston, MA

February 2022

12

Saturday

Wedding Reception

12:00pm - 1:00pm

Somerville, MA

November 2020

28

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

2:30pm - 5:00pm

Anderson, SC

March 2018

30

Friday

GAMAC Spring Concert

7:30pm - 9:00pm

December 2017

17

Sunday

Performance of "Amahl and the Night Visitors"

7:30pm - 9:30pm

09

Saturday

GAMAC Christmas Concert

7:30pm - 9:00pm

May 2017

20

Saturday

Wedding

6:00pm - 7:00pm

13

Saturday

Wedding

7:00pm - 8:00pm

September 2016

10

Saturday

Wedding

7:00pm - 8:00pm

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