Margaret Davis

Oakland, CA

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Travels up to 120 miles

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Overview

With an enchanting repertoire of Classical, Celtic, Renaissance and Medieval music, Margaret has been performing professionally for over 15 years for weddings, memorials, parties, open houses, and Medieval-themed events. Beautiful, sophisticated and elegant, the gentle music of the Celtic harp makes an unforgettable addition to your celebration, and she will work with you to select a program of music to complement your event. She holds a degree in Music and is past Chairman of the Board of the Bay Area Folk Harp Society. Clients have included the City of American Canyon, the City of Alameda, the Fairmont Hotel, the Claremont Hotel, Macy's, Crocker Galleria, and many others.


Reviews

13 reviews

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Elsa R.

February 9, 2023
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Excellent performance!!

Elevated the experience indeed!!

Hired as: Harpist


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Katie V.

August 1, 2021
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Outstanding music!

This was for a multi-generational event. They really set the tone for the party, and it was such a treat to have live music. Excellent musicians, great entertainers! They were very flexible and adjusted their schedule at the last minute. We will definitely have them back. Highly recommend them!!!

Hired as: Celtic Music, Harpist


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Laura K. S.

September 29, 2019
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Great

Margaret played for our Celebration of Life. She arrived early and played beautifully.

Hired as: Celtic Music, Harpist


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Sean M.

December 6, 2018
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An Absolute Wonder of Beautiful Music

Margaret was an absolute pleasure to work with. She performed at my church's first Sunday of Advent. Her music was beautiful. Throughout the week, my office has been called, or I have received emails of appreciation for her wonderful performance.

Hired as: Harpist


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Patty L.

December 5, 2017
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Excellent Harpist

She provided music creating an environment of serenity and love. You will be very happy for Margaret is sincere, honest and very professional. Would strongly recommend her for your special occasion.

Hired as: Celtic Music, Harpist

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Booking information

Price range: Contact for rates

Gig length: 30 - 240 minutes

Services offered

Past booked events

February 2026

14

Saturday

Holiday Party

4:00pm - 7:00pm

San Mateo, CA

May 2025

11

Sunday

Cocktail Party

11:00am - 12:30pm

Hayward, CA

10

Saturday

Birthday Party

1:00pm - 3:30pm

Oakland, CA

February 2025

13

Thursday

Retirement Community Event

4:30pm - 6:00pm

Oakland, CA

January 2023

26

Thursday

Personal Occasion

9:00am - 11:00am

Pleasanton, CA

June 2022

04

Saturday

Wedding Reception

1:00pm - 2:30pm

Castro Valley, CA

July 2021

31

Saturday

Birthday Party

2:30pm - 5:00pm

Alameda, CA

September 2019

28

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

12:00pm - 1:30pm

San Rafael, CA

August 2019

17

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Felton, CA

December 2018

02

Sunday

Religious Celebration

10:30am - 10:45am

Walnut Creek, CA

September 2018

30

Sunday

Children's Birthday Party

11:00am - 2:00pm

Palo Alto, CA

December 2017

03

Sunday

Wedding Ceremony

2:00pm - 5:00pm

Berkeley, CA

October 2017

29

Sunday

Birthday (Adult)

3:00pm - 5:00pm

Lafayette, CA

May 2017

21

Sunday

Wedding Ceremony

10:00am - 12:00pm

Oakland, CA

March 2017

03

Friday

Birthday (Adult)

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Vacaville, CA

October 2016

23

Sunday

Birthday (Child)

12:00pm - 1:00pm

San Carlos, CA

June 2016

25

Saturday

Anniversary Party

7:00pm - 10:30pm

Oakland, CA

18

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

4:30pm - 5:30pm

San Francisco, CA

May 2016

08

Sunday

Holiday Party (Other)

11:00am - 12:30pm

Burlingame, CA

March 2016

27

Sunday

Holiday Party (Easter)

12:00pm - 1:30pm

Redwood City, CA

October 2015

03

Saturday

Nonprofit Event

11:00am - 3:00pm

Oakland, CA

May 2015

16

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

3:30pm - 5:30pm

Davis, CA

April 2015

09

Thursday

Grand Opening

10:00am - 11:30am

Oakland, CA

March 2015

28

Saturday

Bridal Shower

1:00pm - 4:30pm

San Jose, CA

June 2014

28

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

12:00pm - 12:30pm

Santa Clara, CA

June 2013

27

Thursday

Wedding Ceremony

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Redwood City, CA

Influences and inspiration

I have been inspired by harpists Maire Ni Chathasaigh, Alison Kinnaird, Alan Stivell, Maureen Brennan, Diana Stork, Cheryl Ann Fulton, and Sylvia Woods, and singers Maire Brennan, Susan Rode Morris, and Loreena McKennitt.

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